4. The Book of Judges 4:1-5:31

Prayer and Praise
Opening Prayer
Most merciful Father, I pray
for those whose tears I cannot see,
for those whose cries I cannot hear,
for those whose pain I cannot feel,
For I know that You see all, You hear all, and You love all.
Give me Your Holy Spirit, O Lord, that
I may see as You see,
hear as You hear,
and love as You love.
I ask this through Christ, Your Son, our Lord. Amen.
- Father Francis M. Lahout.

Review

Presentation

Role of Women in the ancient world

Glossary

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Identify these Famous Persons

Deborah

Where do we find the passage about her? Jdges 4-5
Key passage Jdgs 4:4

Background

Where was she born? Where did she live? Canaan
Who were in his/her family?
The spouse - Lappidoth
Tribe & clan? Ephraim

What was his occupation? Prophetess and judge
Who were his contemporaries? Barak, Jael, Jabin of Hazor, Sisera
Strengths and Accomplishments?

• 4th and only female judge of Israel
• special abilities as a mediator, adviser and counselor
• when called on to lead, was able to plan, direct and delegate
• known for her prophetic power
• a writer of songs
• Served for 40 years
• Fought Jabin (Canaanites)
Lessons from his life?
• God chooses leaders by his standards, not ours
• Wise leaders choose good helpers

Faith sharing Questions

What does the Catholic Church teach about the Role of Women?
Catechism of the Catholic Church

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Intercesssory Prayer

Assignment for this Week

Kay Arthur Choosing victory; Overcoming Defeat, Week 4 p.69

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