Read Judges 5.1-9
In 5.1-31 The song of Deborah.
In verse 2: Archaic language makes this poem difficult to interpret.
Lock are long may refer to vows of military dedication, similar to Samson's long hair.
In verses 4-5: The poetic format of a "theophany" describes the awe-inspiring approach of the divine warrior (compare Deut 33.2-3).
In verse 6-8: Israel's precarious situation before the victory (vv. 6, 8), is contrasted with the good fortune that followed (v. 7)
Mother Israel (v. 7) is an honorific title signifying authority and leadership.
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