And from that time on Israel became stronger and stronger against King Jabin until they finally destroyed him.
Parallel translations
- WEB The hand of the children of Israel prevailed more and more against Jabin the king of Canaan, until they had destroyed Jabin king of Canaan.
- KJV And the hand of the children of Israel prospered, and prevailed against Jabin the king of Canaan, until they had destroyed Jabin king of Canaan.
- BSB And the hand of the Israelites grew stronger and stronger against Jabin king of Canaan until they destroyed him.
- NKJV And the hand of the children of Israel grew stronger and stronger against Jabin king of Canaan, until they had destroyed Jabin king of Canaan.
- NASB And the hand of the sons of Israel pressed harder and harder upon Jabin the king of Canaan, until they had eliminated Jabin the king of Canaan.
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Quick answer
Israel grows stronger until Jabin is finally destroyed.
Overview
The victory at the Kishon begins a sustained campaign that ends Jabin's power entirely. God's deliverance is thorough, removing the oppressor completely. The chapter closes with the covenant people restored, showing the Lord's faithfulness to those who cry out to Him.
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- 1 Sam 3:12In that day I will perform against Eli all that I have spoken concerning his house, from the beginning even to the end.
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