Book of Judges Summary: A Complete Animated Overview

Watch our overview video on the book of Judges, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. In Judges, the Israelites turn away from God and face the consequences. God raises judges in cycles of rebellion, repentance, and restoration.

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[jspswelskisj]

The amount of times i mentally facepalmed myself because of the cycle of the same sin that the Israelites kept repeating throughout the book of Moses, then in the book of judges. Then i realised this is probably what I do in my day to day life. My father God's love, mercy and patience is underserved. Praise God.

[daneyyp]

"In those days there was no King in Israel. Everyone did what was right in their own eyes"

It's 2020. And it's still true. Politics, religion, and now social media. Everyone is still doing what they believe is right.

And its 2020. YET God is the same God who forgives still and holds on to his promises for us.

God is just so beautiful and good.

[rockandsandapologetics]

When I was a teenager Judges was an interesting book of all kinds of battles and intrigue. As an adult I look back and think this is the saddest part of the Bible, that His people would sink so low. Then I look at today's society and even my own life and gasp. Have we, have I really strayed this far away from God. And so the Book of Judges stands as a warning to us even today. He loves His people and would rather have us repent that be afflicted by Him.

[b_cllins]

These drawing are so cool! Learning this way is epic.

[bowhunter]

I read a book, then I watch the video summary of the book. This is the most accurate video of all the books so far. Brutal read. Had to walk away from it at one point, then it got worse. So the warning is warranted. Main lesson of the book as I read it is, "man did what was right in his own eyes", and why that is not a good thing without the influence of the Lord our God.

[bashirgha]

if a nonbeliever would read this book he will rant about how faulty it is and how awful is our God for letting these atrocious events to happen, but as we can see throughout this video that WE the people were responsible for all this evil to happen and God was there to rescue us everytime even when we did exactly what He asked us not to do.

[randallhall]

It is amazing how even just reading the Bible up through the book of Judges can totally change a persons view of God and the entire world, all humanity. It is so clear how lost our world is today. Worshiping "false gods" is rampant in our society, when you think of how many people worship money, power, sex, alcohol, popularity, careers, material possessions, and on and on. Put God first and He will change your life in ways you never imagined!!!

[jonahray]

the cycle of sining, oppression, repentance, deliverance, peace and sining again is what iv'e been doing for years and now I know why my life kept repeating. this video showed me how to stop repeating and that it's wrong.

[ryancrory]

I am only starting to read the Bible, but I am struck by just how much wisdom and how many powerful lessons are packed into its pages. The lesson of Judges is still relevant today and the cycle of sin is as clear to see now as it was then. It's amazing that it's message should still be taken seriously thousands of years after it was first written - a true masterpiece!

[rashaetate]

I watch these before I read the full chapter to get a brief synopsis. That way I can understand the book better as I read along. Thank you. ❤️

[BibleMunch]

The book of Judges reminds us of what happens when we do things our way, instead of God's way. Judges 17:6 explains:

"In those days there was no king in Israel. Everyone did what was right in his own eyes."

Doing whatever we desire didn't end well for them... and it won't end well for us.

God's way is always the better way. May we learn that lesson before it's too late.

Another excellent video guys!

[lmahwikizi]

I am so grateful for these videos! I was saved 8 months ago and have been bouncing around the Bible trying to figure it all out. I have studied the Gospels in detail, but I was searching for the WHOLE PICTURE. This is such an amazing companion for a newbie walking through the Bible. Thank you so much for all of your hard work.

[Apostylicpoet]

I love these illustrations! Having read the Bible a few times, it's just better seeing it visually. You guys did an awesome job bringing this to life! God bless you all.

[beaprele]

I just finished reading the book of Judges and stayed there asking myself 'what is God saying through this horrible story about the Levite concubine?' I thought it couldn't get worse than Japhtha killing his daughter... then came the Levite and the concubine!!! Thank you for this EXCELLENT explanation! I knew about BibleProject but never watched one of your videos... it really is so well done and I feel so much better after listening to this. God bless you all and keep you safe. Love from Switzerland.

[moss]

I just finished reading the book of Judges for the first time and the last chapter have deeply rattled me with the abhorrent things Israel does. It disturbs me to no end how quickly they went from praising the Lord to horrid sin. Thank you Lord for sending your son Jesus to save us from turning out like Israel

[jennalillywho]

I was familiar with the story of Gideon and Samson, but I never knew how their stories fit into the book as a whole or the context of judges. So thankful for your videos! Encourages me to study the Word more diligently, and your videos help with that. May God continue to bless this work as it edifies the body!

[sholynn]

I just finished reading the book of Judges, and I was so confused, I didn't understand why the God of Israel was allowing these things to happen, but now I see, I understand much more in depth and I am so grateful ♥ God is Love! ♥ I pray that your project gets much more main stream recognition that it truly deserves!

[vlogmom]

Wow, this is very interesting. This teaches us that every time we turn away from God, really bad things happen, but every time we make the choice to obey and follow God we have a really good life, and amazing blessings.

[Talkbyfaitharnez]

My bishop often quotes his father’s saying “God is the only employer that would fire you and let you keep working” meaning He gives us spiritual gifts for the furthering of His kingdom but if we turn away from Him it doesn’t always mean we lose our gifts, just our purpose for them. I think this book and Samson really shows that!