“Gideon, rule over us,” the Israelites said; for they were grateful that they were released from the slavery of the Midianites. “I will not rule over Israel,” replied Gideon; “The Lord rules over Israel. It is the Lord that destroyed 120,000 Midianite warriors.” The Israelites lived in peace during the next 40 years (the remainder of Gideon’s life). [Bible: Judges 8:4-33]
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