Judges 20:18 meaning and explanation

The Israelites set out, went up to Bethel, and inquired of God, “Who of us shall go up first to fight against the Benjamites?” “Judah will be first,” the LORD replied.

Judges 20:18, Berean Standard Bible

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The tribes have gathered at Mizpah over the atrocity at Gibeah, and Benjamin has refused to hand over the guilty men. Here the Israelites go up to Bethel, a sanctuary, to ask God which tribe should lead the attack.

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