Read Judges 9.7--21. In 9.7-21: Jotham's fable. In verses 8-13: This fable displays cynicism about kingship similar to 1 Samuel 8. The useful plants (representing Gideon 8.22-21) refuse kingship as a waste of their valuable aptitudes. In verses 14-15: The worthless bramble (Abimelech) accepts. But beware! The bramble's shade is prickly and meager, and its potential for fire threatens danger. In verse 16: The rest of Jotham's speech is an extended curse that culminates in 19-20. In verses 17-18: The curse is interrupted to demonstrate that the leaders of Shechem have not acted fairly. In verse 20: Fire represents the dissension that is soon to unfold. Jotham's curse reaches fulfillment in 56-57. Comments or Questions..
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