Judges 9:56-57 The Rise and Fall of Abimelek

56 Thus God repaid the wickedness that Abimelech had done to his father by murdering his seventy brothers.

57 God also made the men of Shechem pay for all their wickedness. The curse of Jotham son of Jerub-Baal came on them.

Meaning of Judges 9:56-57

Judges 9:56 reveals God's justice in action, underscoring that Abimelek's wickedness and betrayal do not escape divine retribution. This verse serves as a powerful reminder that God's sovereignty ensures that evil deeds are ultimately brought to account, assuring us of His righteous governance.

Cross References for Judges 9:56-57

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Revelation 19:20-21 - But the beast was captured, and with him the false prophet who had performed the miraculous sig... Click to read the verse Revelation 19:20-21 Click to read the verse Revelation 19:20-21

Psalms 94:23 - He will repay them for their sins and destroy them for their wickedness; the Lord our God will ... Click to read the verse Psalms 94:23 Click to read the verse Psalms 94:23

Proverbs 5:22 - The evil deeds of a wicked man ensnare him; the cords of his sin hold him fast. Click to read the verse Proverbs 5:22 Click to read the verse Proverbs 5:22