To him the elders went; he was to be their leader in fighting against the sons of Ammon.
"The History of Antiquity, Vol. II (of VI)"
Max Duncker
"If I return in triumph from the sons of Ammon," such was Jephthah's vow, "the first that meets me at the door of my house shall be dedicated to Jehovah, and I will sacrifice it as a burnt-offering."
"The History of Antiquity, Vol. II (of VI)"
Max Duncker
His contemporary, Nahash of Ammon, is on the throne before the election of Saul, and continues beyond the death of Saul and Ishbosheth, and even 10 years into the reign of David.
"The History of Antiquity, Vol. II (of VI)"
Max Duncker