Judges 9:47
New International Version
When Abimelek heard that they had assembled there,

New Living Translation
Someone reported to Abimelech that the citizens had gathered in the temple,

English Standard Version
Abimelech was told that all the leaders of the Tower of Shechem were gathered together.

Berean Standard Bible
And when Abimelech was told that all the leaders in the tower of Shechem were gathered there,

King James Bible
And it was told Abimelech, that all the men of the tower of Shechem were gathered together.

New King James Version
And it was told Abimelech that all the men of the tower of Shechem were gathered together.

New American Standard Bible
And it was reported to Abimelech that all the leaders of the tower of Shechem were gathered together.

NASB 1995
It was told Abimelech that all the leaders of the tower of Shechem were gathered together.

NASB 1977
And it was told Abimelech that all the leaders of the tower of Shechem were gathered together.

Legacy Standard Bible
And it was told to Abimelech that all the lords of the tower of Shechem were gathered together.

Amplified Bible
Abimelech was told that all the leaders of the Tower of Shechem were assembled together.

Christian Standard Bible
Then it was reported to Abimelech that all the citizens of the Tower of Shechem had gathered.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then it was reported to Abimelech that all the lords of the Tower of Shechem had gathered together.

American Standard Version
And it was told Abimelech that all the men of the tower of Shechem were gathered together.

Contemporary English Version
but Abimelech found out where they were.

English Revised Version
And it was told Abimelech that all the men of the tower of Shechem were gathered together.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
When Abimelech was told that they had gathered there,

Good News Translation
Abimelech was told that they had gathered there,

International Standard Version
Abimilech was told that all of the "lords" of the Shechem Tower had assembled there.

Majority Standard Bible
And when Abimelech was told that all the leaders in the tower of Shechem were gathered there,

NET Bible
Abimelech heard that all the leaders of the Tower of Shechem were in one place.

New Heart English Bible
And it was told Abimelech that all the lords of the Tower of Shechem were gathered together.

Webster's Bible Translation
And it was told to Abimelech, that all the men of the tower of Shechem were assembled.

World English Bible
Abimelech was told that all the men of the tower of Shechem were gathered together.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and it is declared to Abimelech that all the masters of the Tower of Shechem have gathered themselves together,

Young's Literal Translation
and it is declared to Abimelech that all the masters of the tower of Shechem have gathered themselves together,

Smith's Literal Translation
And it was announced to Abimelech that all the lords of the tower of Shechem were gathered together.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Abimelech also hearing that the men of the tower of Sichem were gathered together,

Catholic Public Domain Version
Abimelech, also hearing that the men of the tower of Shechem had joined together,

New American Bible
It was reported to Abimelech that all the lords of the Migdal-shechem were gathered together.

New Revised Standard Version
Abimelech was told that all the lords of the Tower of Shechem were gathered together.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And it was told Abimeleck that all the lords of the tower of Shechem were gathered together.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And they showed Abimelek that the Lords of the Tower of Shekeem were assembled
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And it was told Abimelech that all the men of the tower of Shechem were gathered together.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And it was reported to Abimelech, that all the men of the tower of Sychem were gathered together.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Fall of Shechem
46On hearing of this, all the leaders in the tower of Shechem entered the inner chamber of the temple of El-berith. 47And when Abimelech was told that all the leaders in the tower of Shechem were gathered there, 48he and all his men went up to Mount Zalmon. Abimelech took his axe in his hand and cut a branch from the trees, which he lifted to his shoulder, saying to his men, “Hurry and do what you have seen me do.”…

Cross References
2 Samuel 11:16-17
So as Joab besieged the city, he assigned Uriah to a place where he knew the strongest enemy soldiers were. / And when the men of the city came out and fought against Joab, some of David’s servants fell, and Uriah the Hittite also died.

2 Kings 9:6-10
So Jehu got up and went into the house, where the young prophet poured the oil on his head and declared, “This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘I anoint you king over the LORD’s people Israel. / And you are to strike down the house of your master Ahab, so that I may avenge the blood of My servants the prophets and the blood of all the servants of the LORD shed by the hand of Jezebel. / The whole house of Ahab will perish, and I will cut off from Ahab every male, both slave and free, in Israel. ...

2 Kings 10:18-28
Then Jehu brought all the people together and said, “Ahab served Baal a little, but Jehu will serve him a lot. / Now, therefore, summon to me all the prophets of Baal, all his servants, and all his priests. See that no one is missing, for I have a great sacrifice for Baal. Whoever is missing will not live.” But Jehu was acting deceptively in order to destroy the servants of Baal. / And Jehu commanded, “Proclaim a solemn assembly for Baal.” So they announced it. ...

2 Chronicles 23:12-15
When Athaliah heard the noise of the people running and cheering the king, she went out to them in the house of the LORD. / And she looked and saw the king standing by his pillar at the entrance. The officers and trumpeters were beside the king, and all the people of the land were rejoicing and blowing trumpets, while the singers with musical instruments were leading the praises. Then Athaliah tore her clothes and screamed, “Treason, treason!” / And Jehoiada the priest sent out the commanders of hundreds in charge of the army, saying, “Bring her out between the ranks, and put to the sword anyone who follows her.” For the priest had said, “She must not be put to death in the house of the LORD.” ...

Isaiah 10:33-34
Behold, the Lord GOD of Hosts will lop off the branches with terrifying power. The tall trees will be cut down, the lofty ones will be felled. / He will clear the forest thickets with an axe, and Lebanon will fall before the Mighty One.

Isaiah 37:38
One day, while he was worshiping in the temple of his god Nisroch, his sons Adrammelech and Sharezer put him to the sword and escaped to the land of Ararat. And his son Esar-haddon reigned in his place.

Jeremiah 41:1-3
In the seventh month, Ishmael son of Nethaniah, the son of Elishama, who was a member of the royal family and one of the king’s chief officers, came with ten men to Gedaliah son of Ahikam at Mizpah, and they ate a meal together there. / Then Ishmael son of Nethaniah and the ten men who were with him got up and struck down Gedaliah son of Ahikam, the son of Shaphan, with the sword, killing the one whom the king of Babylon had appointed to govern the land. / Ishmael also killed all the Jews who were with Gedaliah at Mizpah, as well as the Chaldean soldiers who were there.

Ezekiel 9:5-7
And as I listened, He said to the others, “Follow him through the city and start killing; do not show pity or spare anyone! / Slaughter the old men, the young men and maidens, the women and children; but do not go near anyone who has the mark. Now begin at My sanctuary.” So they began with the elders who were before the temple. / Then He told them, “Defile the temple and fill the courts with the slain. Go forth!” So they went out and began killing throughout the city.

Hosea 10:14
the roar of battle will rise against your people, so that all your fortresses will be demolished as Shalman devastated Beth-arbel in the day of battle, when mothers were dashed to pieces along with their children.

Zephaniah 1:12-13
And at that time I will search Jerusalem with lamps and punish the men settled in complacency, who say to themselves, ‘The LORD will do nothing, either good or bad.’ / Their wealth will be plundered and their houses laid waste. They will build houses but not inhabit them, and plant vineyards but never drink their wine.

Matthew 21:38-41
But when the tenants saw the son, they said to one another, ‘This is the heir. Come, let us kill him and take his inheritance.’ / So they seized him and threw him out of the vineyard and killed him. / Therefore, when the owner of the vineyard returns, what will he do to those tenants?” ...

Matthew 23:35
And so upon you will come all the righteous blood shed on earth, from the blood of righteous Abel to the blood of Zechariah son of Berechiah, whom you murdered between the temple and the altar.

Mark 12:7-9
But the tenants said to one another, ‘This is the heir. Come, let us kill him, and the inheritance will be ours.’ / So they seized the son, killed him, and threw him out of the vineyard. / What then will the owner of the vineyard do? He will come and kill those tenants and give the vineyard to others.

Luke 11:50-51
As a result, this generation will be charged with the blood of all the prophets that has been shed since the foundation of the world, / from the blood of Abel to the blood of Zechariah, who was killed between the altar and the sanctuary. Yes, I tell you, all of it will be charged to this generation.

Luke 20:14-16
But when the tenants saw the son, they discussed it among themselves and said, ‘This is the heir. Let us kill him, and the inheritance will be ours.’ / So they threw him out of the vineyard and killed him. What then will the owner of the vineyard do to them? / He will come and kill those tenants and give the vineyard to others.” And when the people heard this, they said, “May such a thing never happen!”


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Judges 9
1. Abimelech by conspiracy with the Shechemites, and murder of his brothers, is made king
7. Jotham by a parable rebukes them, and foretells their ruin
22. Gaal conspires with the Shechemites against him
30. Zebul reveals it
34. Abimelech overcomes them, and sows the city with salt
46. He burns the hold of the god Berith
50. At Thebez he is slain by a piece of a millstone
56. Jotham's curse is fulfilled.














When this was reported
This phrase indicates the communication of intelligence or news. In the context of ancient Israel, such reports were often delivered by messengers or scouts. The Hebrew root for "reported" is "נָגַד" (nagad), which means to declare or make known. This highlights the importance of communication and the spread of information in biblical narratives, often serving as a catalyst for action. In a spiritual sense, it reminds believers of the significance of being informed and discerning in their actions.

to Abimelech
Abimelech, whose name means "my father is king," was a son of Gideon (Jerubbaal) and a concubine from Shechem. His account is a cautionary tale about ambition and the quest for power. Abimelech's actions throughout Judges 9 reflect a departure from the godly leadership exemplified by his father. His character serves as a warning against the dangers of self-exaltation and the pursuit of power without divine guidance.

he and all his men
This phrase underscores the collective action and leadership of Abimelech. The Hebrew word for "men" is "אִישׁ" (ish), which can refer to individuals or a group of warriors. Abimelech's men were likely loyal followers or mercenaries, reflecting the militaristic and tribal nature of the period. This highlights the importance of leadership and the influence one person can have over a group, for better or worse.

went up
The act of going up, especially in a biblical context, often signifies a movement towards a place of significance or confrontation. The Hebrew verb "עָלָה" (alah) means to ascend or climb. This ascent can symbolize a physical journey as well as a spiritual or moral challenge. In this narrative, it foreshadows the impending conflict and the consequences of Abimelech's ambition.

Mount Zalmon
Mount Zalmon is mentioned only here in the Bible, and its exact location is uncertain. The name "Zalmon" means "shady" or "dark," which could imply a forested or shadowy area. In a broader biblical context, mountains often represent places of encounter, refuge, or battle. The ascent of Mount Zalmon by Abimelech and his men sets the stage for the unfolding events, symbolizing the looming darkness of Abimelech's reign and the moral shadows cast by his actions. This serves as a reminder of the spiritual battles believers face and the need for divine guidance in overcoming them.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
And when it was reported
וַיֻּגַּ֖ד (way·yug·gaḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hofal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous

to Abimelech
לַאֲבִימֶ֑לֶךְ (la·’ă·ḇî·me·leḵ)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 40: Abimelech -- 'father is king', a Philistine name, also an Israelite name

that
כִּ֣י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

all
כָּֽל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the leaders
בַּעֲלֵ֖י (ba·‘ă·lê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1167: A master, a husband, owner

in the tower
מִֽגְדַּל־ (miḡ·dal-)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 4026: A tower, a rostrum, a, bed of flowers

of Shechem
שְׁכֶֽם׃ (šə·ḵem)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 7927: Shechem -- 'ridge', a district in Northern Palestine, also a son of Hamor

were gathered there,
הִֽתְקַבְּצ֔וּ (hiṯ·qab·bə·ṣū)
Verb - Hitpael - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 6908: To gather, collect


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