Judg 17:2 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Judg 17:2-3: 17:2-3 Micah’s mother was indulgent and idolatrous, yet she invoked the Lord’s name in both cursing and blessing. • I heard you place a curse: The words uttered in curses and blessings were understood to have power, particularly if the speaker had the authority to utter such pronouncements (cp. Gen 27 ; Isa 55:11 ). • 1,100 pieces: This same large number was given to Delilah (Judg 16:5 ). It was probably Micah’s mother’s life savings or dowry. • The Lord bless you: Micah’s mother was hoping that the blessing would effectively neutralize her earlier curse.

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‏ Judges 17:2

Summary for Judg 17:2-3: 17:2-3 ^a Micah’s mother was indulgent and idolatrous, yet she invoked the Lord’s name in both cursing and blessing.

• I heard you place a curse: The words uttered in curses and blessings were understood to have power, particularly if the speaker had the authority to utter such pronouncements (cp. Gen 27 ^b; Isa 55:11 ^c).

• 1,100 pieces: This same large number was given to Delilah (Judg 16:5 ^d). It was probably Micah’s mother’s life savings or dowry.

• The Lord bless you: Micah’s mother was hoping that the blessing would effectively neutralize her earlier curse.