In this verse, we find Zebah and Zalmunna, the kings of Midian, retreating to Karkor with a drastically reduced army of fifteen thousand men. Originally, their forces were much larger, numbering one hundred and twenty thousand swordsmen. This dramatic reduction in their numbers underscores the effectiveness of Gideon's campaign against them, which was divinely guided and empowered. The narrative highlights the theme of divine intervention and support, demonstrating that with God's help, even a small group can achieve victory against overwhelming odds. This story encourages believers to have faith in God's plans and timing, trusting that He can bring about victory and deliverance in their lives, regardless of the challenges they face. The historical context also provides insight into the struggles of the Israelites during this period, emphasizing the importance of faith and obedience to God's will.
Now Zebah and Zalmunna were in Karkor with a force of about fifteen thousand men, all that were left of the armies of the eastern peoples; a hundred and twenty thousand swordsmen had fallen.
Judges 8:10
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