0

Is there any significance in Judges when it is stated that some of the judges’ sons and daughters rode on donkeys?



      

Judges 12:14

ESV - 14 He had forty sons and thirty grandsons, who rode on seventy donkeys, and he judged Israel eight years.

Clarify Share Report Asked January 28 2021 Mini Anonymous

Community answers are sorted based on votes. The higher the vote, the further up an answer is.

0
Mini Tim Maas Supporter Retired Quality Assurance Specialist with the U.S. Army
Although Jesus' entry into Jerusalem on a donkey on Palm Sunday is commonly cited as an example of His humility (even though, as noted in the prophecy in Zechariah 9:9, He was also entering as a King), the use of a donkey to ride on was regarded in the book of Judges as a sign of honor and status. 

(In addition to the instance from Judges 12:14 cited in the question, passages such as Judges 5:10 and Judges 10:4 also mention such use of donkeys by prominent persons.)

January 29 2021 0 responses Vote Up Share Report


Add your Answer

All answers are REVIEWED and MODERATED.
Please ensure your answer MEETS all our guidelines.

What makes a good answer? ▼

A good answer provides new insight and perspective. Here are guidelines to help facilitate a meaningful learning experience for everyone.

  1. Adhere to the eBible Statement of Faith.
  2. Your answer should be complete and stand-alone.
  3. Include supporting arguments, and scripture references if possible. Seek to answer the "why".
  4. Adhere to a proper tone and spirit of love and understanding.
  5. For more info see The Complete Guide to eBible
Header
  1. 4000 characters remaining