Angel of the LORD at Bochim

Overview

• Testament: Old
• Book: Judges
• Chapters: Judges 2:1-5
• Summary: The angel of the LORD rebukes Israel for covenant compromise, and the people weep at Bochim.

Details

The LORD reminds Israel that He brought them from Egypt and promised never to break His covenant. Because Israel has made covenants with the inhabitants of the land and has not thrown down their altars, those peoples will become snares.

Key People Involved

• The LORD — Speaks covenant rebuke

Key Places

• Bochim — Place of weeping

Important Verses

“Why have ye done this?” — Judges 2:2

Cross-References

• Related events: Tribal Failures to Conquer, Cycle of Apostasy

Notes

Bochim gives the theological explanation for the rest of the book.