Old Testament · Judges 21

What does Judges chapter 21 mean?

A clear, faithful look at Judges 21 — context, content, and Christ.

Summary of Judges 21

Judges chapter 21 continues the unfolding story of Judges, written by Possibly Samuel (c. 1050-1000 BC). To grasp this chapter, read it slowly in context, watch what it reveals about God, and trace how it connects to the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Key takeaway

Judges 21 invites us to know God better and respond in faith. As you read, ask: What does this passage say about who God is, who I am, and what I'm called to do?

How Judges 21 fits the whole book

Judges shows the downward spiral of Israel's covenant unfaithfulness and the mercy of God who raises up flawed deliverers. Chapter 21 of Judges contributes to this larger story by deepening one or more of the book's themes — for example, god's character and glory and sin, grace, and redemption.

Anchor verse from Judges

"In those days there was no king in Israel. Everyone did what was right in his own eyes."
Judges 21:25