Barak, Gideon, Jephthah, Samson, and Samuel are mentioned in (Heb 11:32) as "Heroes Of The Faith." *** Bonus Trivia: The "Spirit of the Lord" is said to have come upon 4 of these judges: Othniel (Judg 3:10), Gideon (Judg 6:34), Jephthah (Judg 11:29), and Samson (Judg 13:25)(Judg 14:6,19)(Judg 15:14). read more
Saul was the first king, and he ruled over all of the 12 tribes of Israel for 40 years. After Saul's death, the kingdom became temporarily divided, with Saul's son Ishbosheth ruling 11 of the tribes for two years, while David ruled Judah. After Ishbosheth was assassinated, David became king over all 12 tribes. read more
THE AGE OF THE JUDGES OF ISRAEL Part I: THE RULE OF THE JUDGES OF ISRAEL Biblical Period 5 Lesson # 13 • Previous • Salvation History Study List • Next. Loving Father, In the period of the Judges You gave Your Covenant people leaders to guide and protect the infant nation of Israel. read more