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Jephthah

Facts:

Jephthah was a warrior from Gilead who served as a judge over Israel.

• In Hebrews 11:32, Jephthah is praised as an important leader who delivered his people from their enemies.
• He rescued the Israelites from the Ammonites and led his people to defeat the Ephraimites.
• Jepthah however, made a foolish, hasty vow to God which resulted in the sacrifice of his daughter.

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(See also: Ammon, deliver, Ephraim, judge, vow)

Bible References:

• Hebrews 11:32-34
• Judges 11:1-3
• Judges 11:34-35
• Judges 12:1-2