Judges 19:8
“And he arose early in the morning on the fifth day to depart: and the damsel’s father said, Comfort thine heart, I pray thee. And they tarried until afternoon, and they did eat both of them.”

What does Judges 19:8 mean?
The Bible verse Judges 19:8 in the King James Version reads: "And he arose early in the morning on the fifth day to depart: and the damsel's father said, Comfort thine heart, I pray thee. And they tarried until afternoon, and they did eat both of them." This verse is part of the…
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In the book of Judges, we find ourselves amidst a historical narrative rife with the complexities of human interaction, familial loyalty, and moral ambiguity. Judges 19:8 presents a profound moment: "And he arose early in the morning on the fifth day to depart: and the damsel's…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Comfort and Embracing Relationships
O Lord God Almighty, We humbly come before You today, lifting our hearts and voices in gratitude and adoration. As we meditate on the profoundness of Your Word, and in particular the verse from Judges 19:8, we seek Your presence to guide us through understanding and application…
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