A.M. 2598. B.C. 1406.
The Levite's cause heard in a general convention of the tribes, Judges 20:1-7. They resolve to avenge his quarrel, Judges 20:8-11. The Benjamites assemble in defence of the criminals, Judges 20:12-17. The defeat of Israel in the first two battles, Judges 20:18-25. They humble themselves before God, Judges 20:26-28. The total rout of the Benjamites, Judges 20:29-48.