King James Version

What Does Judges 12:15 Mean?

“And Abdon the son of Hillel the Pirathonite died, and was buried in Pirathon in the land of Ephraim, in the mount of the Amalekites.”

Context

And after him Abdon the son of Hillel, a Pirathonite, judged Israel.

And he had forty sons and thirty nephews , that rode on threescore and ten ass colts: and he judged Israel eight years. nephews: Heb. sons' sons

And Abdon the son of Hillel the Pirathonite died, and was buried in Pirathon in the land of Ephraim, in the mount of the Amalekites.

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Commentary

Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers

(15) **In Pirathon.**—The city of David’s hero, Benaiah (2Samuel 23:30; 1 Maccabees 9:50; Jos. *Antt. xiii.* 1, § 3). It is now *Feratah, *six miles west of Shechem. **In the mount of the Amalekites.**—The phrase is explained in Judges 12:14. It points to an early settlement of Amalekites in Central Palestine. Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers Text Courtesy of BibleSupport.com. Used by Permission. Bible Hub

Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Judges. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Judges 12:15 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.