Jephthah

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Definition

Jephthah was a warrior from Gilead who served as a judge over Israel.

In Hebrews 11:32, Jephthah is praised as an important leader who delivered his people from their enemies.
He rescued the Israelites from the Ammonites and led his people to defeat the Ephraimites.
Jephthah however, made a foolish, hasty vow to God that resulted in the sacrifice of his daughter.

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(See also: Ammon, deliver, Ephraim, judge, vow)

Bible References

Hebrews 11:32-34
Judges 11:1-3
Judges 11:35
Judges 12:2

Word Data

Strong’s: H3316

In other dictionaries

Read “Jephthah” in the 4 dictionaries

JephthahEaston’s Bible Dictionary & Webster’s 1828 Dictionary
JephthahInternational Standard Bible Encyclopedia
JephthahSmith’s Bible Dictionary

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