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And Jephthah came... unto his house, & behold, his daughter came out to meet him
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And Jephthah came... unto his house, & behold, his daughter came out to meet him
And Jephthah came to Mizpeh unto his house, & behold, his daughter came out to meet him, 19th century? Biblical scene, from Judges 11: 34: the judge Jephthah, after leading the Israelites to victory in battle against the Ammonites, is greeted by his daughter, who celebrates his return with a tambourine. Jephthah is shocked as he realises he must offer up the life of his daughter to God as the consequence of making a rash vow to sacrifice whatever would come out of the door of his house first. Engraving
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Belief Chariot Daughter Faith Father Fatherhood Floyd Foolish H Melville Israel Israelite Israelites Jephthah Jewish Judaism Melville Promise Regret Returning Shock Shocked Stupid Tambourine W Floyd Welcoming Impulse Impulsive Mizpah Old Testament
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This 19th-century print captures a poignant biblical scene from Judges 11:34. The renowned judge Jephthah, having led the Israelites to a triumphant victory over the Ammonites, returns home to Mizpeh. As he approaches his house, he is taken aback by an unexpected sight - his beloved daughter emerges from the door to greet him with jubilant tambourine music. In this moment of joyous reunion, Jephthah's elation quickly turns into shock and despair as he realizes the devastating consequences of a rash vow made in battle. In a foolish impulse driven by faith and devotion, Jephthah had vowed to sacrifice whatever would first come out of his house upon his return. The engraving masterfully portrays the conflicting emotions that overwhelm both father and daughter in this heart-wrenching encounter. The anguish on Jephthah's face reflects regret for his impulsive promise while also grappling with religious duty. His daughter stands before him unaware of her fate yet radiating love and adoration for her father. This powerful image serves as a reminder of the complexities inherent in matters of faith and human folly. It encapsulates themes such as sacrifice, family bonds, and the weighty consequences that can arise from ill-considered vows. W Floyd's skillful rendition transports us back to ancient times while evoking universal emotions still relevant today. Through this black-and-white masterpiece, we are invited to contemplate our own actions and decisions within the context of belief systems and their potential repercussions.
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