Topical Encyclopedia The Tribe of Zebulun is one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Zebulun, the sixth son of Jacob and Leah. Zebulun's name is often associated with dwelling or habitation, as Leah declared, "God has presented me with a precious gift. This time my husband will treat me with honor, because I have borne him six sons" (Genesis 30:20). The tribe's inheritance was located in the northern part of Canaan, bordered by the tribes of Asher, Naphtali, and Issachar, with its territory extending to the sea, as prophesied by Jacob: "Zebulun will dwell by the seashore and become a haven for ships; his border will extend to Sidon" (Genesis 49:13).Zebulun played a significant role in the history of Israel, particularly during the period of the Judges. The tribe is noted for its bravery and willingness to fight for the cause of Israel. In the Song of Deborah, Zebulun is praised for risking their lives on the battlefield: "Zebulun was a people who risked their lives; Naphtali, too, on the heights of the battlefield" (Judges 5:18). Barak Against Sisera The narrative of Barak and the battle against Sisera is a pivotal event in the Book of Judges, chapters 4 and 5. Barak, a military leader from the tribe of Naphtali, was summoned by the prophetess Deborah to lead an army against Jabin, the king of Canaan, whose commander was Sisera. Deborah instructed Barak to gather 10,000 men from the tribes of Naphtali and Zebulun to confront Sisera's forces at Mount Tabor. Barak's response to Deborah's call highlights his reliance on her prophetic leadership: "If you will go with me, I will go; but if you will not go with me, I will not go" (Judges 4:8). Deborah agreed to accompany him but foretold that the honor of victory would go to a woman. This prophecy was fulfilled when Jael, the wife of Heber the Kenite, killed Sisera by driving a tent peg through his temple while he slept in her tent (Judges 4:21). The battle itself was a miraculous victory for Israel. The Lord routed Sisera and all his chariots and army by the sword, and Sisera fled on foot. The involvement of the tribe of Zebulun was crucial, as they provided a significant portion of the fighting force. Their courage and willingness to engage in battle were instrumental in the defeat of the Canaanite oppressors. The victory is celebrated in the Song of Deborah, which extols the bravery of the tribes that participated, including Zebulun. The song serves as both a historical account and a theological reflection on God's deliverance of Israel through the obedience and valor of its leaders and tribes. The narrative of Barak and Sisera underscores the importance of faith and obedience to God's commands, as well as the role of women in God's redemptive history. Nave's Topical Index Judges 4:6,10And she sent and called Barak the son of Abinoam out of Kedeshnaphtali, and said to him, Has not the LORD God of Israel commanded, saying, Go and draw toward mount Tabor, and take with you ten thousand men of the children of Naphtali and of the children of Zebulun? Nave's Topical Index Judges 5:14,18 Library A Nation's Struggle for a Home and Freedom. The Marvels of Holy Scripture, --Moral and Physical. --Jael's Deed ... 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