Judges 8:4
New International Version
Gideon and his three hundred men, exhausted yet keeping up the pursuit, came to the Jordan and crossed it.

New Living Translation
Gideon then crossed the Jordan River with his 300 men, and though exhausted, they continued to chase the enemy.

English Standard Version
And Gideon came to the Jordan and crossed over, he and the 300 men who were with him, exhausted yet pursuing.

Berean Standard Bible
Then Gideon and his three hundred men came to the Jordan and crossed it, exhausted yet still in pursuit.

King James Bible
And Gideon came to Jordan, and passed over, he, and the three hundred men that were with him, faint, yet pursuing them.

New King James Version
When Gideon came to the Jordan, he and the three hundred men who were with him crossed over, exhausted but still in pursuit.

New American Standard Bible
Then Gideon and the three hundred men who were with him came to the Jordan and crossed over, exhausted yet still pursuing.

NASB 1995
Then Gideon and the 300 men who were with him came to the Jordan and crossed over, weary yet pursuing.

NASB 1977
Then Gideon and the 300 men who were with him came to the Jordan and crossed over, weary yet pursuing.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then Gideon and the 300 men who were with him came to the Jordan and crossed over, weary yet pursuing.

Amplified Bible
So Gideon came to the Jordan and crossed over [the river], he and the three hundred men who were with him—exhausted, yet [still] pursuing [the enemy].

Christian Standard Bible
Gideon and the three hundred men came to the Jordan and crossed it. They were exhausted but still in pursuit.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Gideon and the 300 men came to the Jordan and crossed it. They were exhausted but still in pursuit.

American Standard Version
And Gideon came to the Jordan, and passed over, he, and the three hundred men that were with him, faint, yet pursuing.

Contemporary English Version
After Gideon and his 300 troops had chased the Midianites across the Jordan River, they were exhausted.

English Revised Version
And Gideon came to Jordan, and passed over, he, and the three hundred men that were with him, faint, yet pursuing.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Gideon and his 300 men headed toward the Jordan River. They were exhausted when they crossed it, but they kept pursuing the enemy.

Good News Translation
By this time Gideon and his three hundred men had come to the Jordan River and had crossed it. They were exhausted, but were still pursuing the enemy.

International Standard Version
Meanwhile, Gideon and the 300 soldiers with him came to the Jordan, exhausted but continuing their pursuit.

Majority Standard Bible
Then Gideon and his three hundred men came to the Jordan and crossed it, exhausted yet still in pursuit.

NET Bible
Now Gideon and his three hundred men had crossed over the Jordan River, and even though they were exhausted, they were still chasing the Midianites.

New Heart English Bible
Gideon came to the Jordan, and passed over, he, and the three hundred men who were with him, exhausted and famished.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Gideon came to Jordan, and passed over, he, and the three hundred men that were with him, faint, yet pursuing them.

World English Bible
Gideon came to the Jordan and passed over, he and the three hundred men who were with him, faint, yet pursuing.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Gideon comes to the Jordan, passing over, he and the three hundred men who [are] with him—wearied, yet pursuing—

Young's Literal Translation
And Gideon cometh in unto the Jordan, passing over, he and the three hundred men who are with him -- wearied, and pursuing,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Gideon will come to Jordan to pass through, he and the three hundred men that are with him, faint and pursuing.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when Gedeon was come to the Jordan, he passed over it with the three hundred men, that were with him: who were so weary that they could not pursue after them that fled.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when Gideon had arrived at the Jordan, he crossed over it with the three hundred men who were with him. And they were so weary that they were unable to pursue those who were fleeing.

New American Bible
When Gideon reached the Jordan and crossed it, he and his three hundred men were exhausted and famished.

New Revised Standard Version
Then Gideon came to the Jordan and crossed over, he and the three hundred who were with him, exhausted and famished.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Gideon came to the Jordan and passed over, he and the three hundred men who were with him, pursuing, yet faint from hunger.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Gedun came to the Jordan and he crossed over; he and the three hundred men of his people were running, and they were growing faint
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Gideon came to the Jordan, and passed over, he, and the three hundred men that were with him, faint, yet pursuing.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Gedeon came to Jordan, and went over, himself and the three hundred with him, hungry, yet pursuing.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Gideon Defeats Zebah and Zalmunna
3God has delivered Oreb and Zeeb, the two princes of Midian, into your hand. What was I able to do compared to you?” When he had said this, their anger against him subsided. 4Then Gideon and his three hundred men came to the Jordan and crossed it, exhausted yet still in pursuit. 5So Gideon said to the men of Succoth, “Please give my troops some bread, for they are exhausted, and I am still pursuing Zebah and Zalmunna, the kings of Midian.”…

Cross References
Hebrews 11:32-34
And what more shall I say? Time will not allow me to tell of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets, / who through faith conquered kingdoms, administered justice, and gained what was promised; who shut the mouths of lions, / quenched the raging fire, and escaped the edge of the sword; who gained strength from weakness, became mighty in battle, and put foreign armies to flight.

Isaiah 40:29-31
He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak. / Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall. / But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.

1 Samuel 30:10
because two hundred men were too exhausted to cross the brook. But David and four hundred men continued in pursuit.

2 Corinthians 12:9-10
But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me. / That is why, for the sake of Christ, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.

Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.

2 Timothy 2:3
Join me in suffering, like a good soldier of Christ Jesus.

Galatians 6:9
Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.

1 Corinthians 9:24-27
Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way as to take the prize. / Everyone who competes in the games trains with strict discipline. They do it for a crown that is perishable, but we do it for a crown that is imperishable. / Therefore I do not run aimlessly; I do not fight like I am beating the air. ...

2 Samuel 22:30
For in You I can charge an army; with my God I can scale a wall.

Psalm 18:29
For in You I can charge an army, and with my God I can scale a wall.

Isaiah 41:10
Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.

Joshua 1:9
Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”

1 Kings 19:7-8
A second time the angel of the LORD returned and touched him, saying, “Get up and eat, or the journey will be too much for you.” / So he got up and ate and drank. And strengthened by that food, he walked forty days and forty nights until he reached Horeb, the mountain of God.

Exodus 17:8-13
After this, the Amalekites came and attacked the Israelites at Rephidim. / So Moses said to Joshua, “Choose some of our men and go out to fight the Amalekites. Tomorrow I will stand on the hilltop with the staff of God in my hand.” / Joshua did as Moses had instructed him and fought against the Amalekites, while Moses, Aaron, and Hur went up to the top of the hill. ...

Deuteronomy 20:1-4
When you go out to war against your enemies and see horses, chariots, and an army larger than yours, do not be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, is with you. / When you are about to go into battle, the priest is to come forward and address the army, / saying to them, “Hear, O Israel, today you are going into battle with your enemies. Do not be fainthearted or afraid; do not be alarmed or terrified because of them. ...


Treasury of Scripture

And Gideon came to Jordan, and passed over, he, and the three hundred men that were with him, faint, yet pursuing them.

faint

1 Samuel 14:28,29,31,32
Then answered one of the people, and said, Thy father straitly charged the people with an oath, saying, Cursed be the man that eateth any food this day. And the people were faint…

1 Samuel 30:10
But David pursued, he and four hundred men: for two hundred abode behind, which were so faint that they could not go over the brook Besor.

2 Corinthians 4:8,9,16
We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; …

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Judges 8
1. Gideon pacifies the Ephraimites
4. Succoth and Penuel refuse to deliver Gideon's army
10. Zebah and Zalmunna are taken
13. Succoth and Penuel are destroyed
17. Gideon revenges his brothers's death on Zebah and Zalmunna
22. He refuses government
24. His ephod the cause of idolatry
28. Midian subdued
29. Gideon's children, and death
33. The Israelites' idolatry and ingratitude














Then Gideon
Gideon, whose name means "hewer" or "one who cuts down," is a central figure in the Book of Judges. He is called by God to deliver Israel from the oppression of the Midianites. His account is one of faith and obedience, despite initial hesitations. Gideon's leadership is marked by reliance on God's strength rather than human might, as seen in the reduction of his army to just 300 men. This highlights the biblical theme that God often uses the weak and the few to accomplish His purposes, demonstrating His power and glory.

and his three hundred men
The number 300 is significant in the narrative of Gideon. Originally, Gideon had 32,000 men, but God reduced this number to 300 to ensure that the victory would be attributed to divine intervention rather than human strength. This small band of warriors symbolizes faith and trust in God's provision. The reduction of the army serves as a reminder that God often works through a faithful remnant, emphasizing quality of faith over quantity of numbers.

came to the Jordan
The Jordan River is a significant geographical and spiritual landmark in the Bible. It represents a boundary and a place of transition. For Gideon and his men, crossing the Jordan signifies a continuation of their mission and a step of faith into enemy territory. Historically, the Jordan has been a site of many pivotal moments in Israel's history, including the crossing by Joshua and the Israelites into the Promised Land. It symbolizes a passage from one stage of God's plan to another.

and crossed it
Crossing the Jordan is an act of determination and commitment. It reflects the resolve of Gideon and his men to pursue God's mission despite the challenges. This action can be seen as a metaphor for overcoming obstacles and moving forward in faith. The crossing signifies a transition from preparation to action, from promise to fulfillment, and from fear to courage.

exhausted yet still in pursuit
This phrase captures the perseverance and dedication of Gideon and his men. Despite their physical exhaustion, they continue to pursue the Midianite kings. This determination is a testament to their faith and commitment to God's calling. The Hebrew root for "exhausted" conveys a sense of weariness and depletion, yet their pursuit underscores a reliance on divine strength. This reflects the Christian principle that in our weakness, God's strength is made perfect (2 Corinthians 12:9). It serves as an inspiration to believers to persist in their spiritual journey, trusting in God's provision and strength even when weary.

(4) And Gideon came to Jordan.--This verse resumes the narrative of Judges 7:23. The intermediate verses are an episode, and they are only here introduced by anticipation, in order to close the notice about the tribe of Ephraim.

And passed over.--Literally, passing over; but the English Version is correct as to the meaning, and it may be regarded as certain that Succoth was to the east of Jordan.

Faint, yet pursuing.--It may be doubted whether the usual application of these words is accurate. The LXX. render them, "fainting and hungry," and the Vulg., "and for weariness they could not overtake the fugitives." Literally it is, faint and pursuing, where the and is explanatory. "Exhausted and pursuing," 1 e., exhausted with pursuing (Keil). "In 1815 Mehemet All pursued the Arabs with such haste as to find himself without provisions, and had to be content with a few dates; but the result was a great success" (Ritter xii. 932).

Verse 4. - Came to Jordan. The narrative goes back to Judges 7:24, to follow up the personal history of Gideon, from which the writer had been diverted to relate the result of Gideon's message to the Ephraimites, which is told in vers. 24 and 25, and Judges 8:1-3 (see Judges 7:25, note; Judges 2:1-6, note).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then Gideon
גִדְע֖וֹן (ḡiḏ·‘ō·wn)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1439: Gideon -- a judge of Israel

and his
אִתּ֔וֹ (’it·tōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 854: Nearness, near, with, by, at, among

three
וּשְׁלֹשׁ־ (ū·šə·lōš-)
Conjunctive waw | Number - feminine singular construct
Strong's 7969: Three, third, thrice

hundred
מֵא֤וֹת (mê·’ō·wṯ)
Number - feminine plural
Strong's 3967: A hundred

men
הָאִישׁ֙ (hā·’îš)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

came
וַיָּבֹ֥א (way·yā·ḇō)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

to the Jordan
הַיַּרְדֵּ֑נָה (hay·yar·dê·nāh)
Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 3383: Jordan -- the principal river of Palestine

[and] crossed it,
עֹבֵ֣ר (‘ō·ḇêr)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 5674: To pass over, through, or by, pass on

exhausted
עֲיֵפִ֖ים (‘ă·yê·p̄îm)
Adjective - masculine plural
Strong's 5889: Faint, weary

yet still in pursuit.
וְרֹדְפִֽים׃ (wə·rō·ḏə·p̄îm)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 7291: To pursue, chase, persecute


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