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In a bowl fit for nobles, she brought him yogurt.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/judges/5.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />He asked for water and she gave him milk; she brought him curds in a noble’s bowl.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/judges/5.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />He asked for water, and she gave him milk. In a magnificent bowl she brought him curds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/judges/5.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />He asked water, <i>and</i> she gave <i>him</i> milk; she brought forth butter in a lordly dish.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/judges/5.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />He asked for water, she gave milk; She brought out cream in a lordly bowl.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/judges/5.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“He asked for water, she gave him milk; In a magnificent bowl she brought him curds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/judges/5.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220He asked for water and she gave him milk; In a magnificent bowl she brought him curds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/judges/5.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“He asked for water <i>and</i> she gave him milk; In a magnificent bowl she brought him curds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/judges/5.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />He asked for water, <i>and</i> she gave him milk; In a mighty bowl she brought him curds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/judges/5.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“Sisera asked for water and she gave him milk; She brought him curds in a magnificent bowl.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/judges/5.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He asked for water; she gave him milk. She brought him cream in a majestic bowl.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/judges/5.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He asked for water; she gave him milk. She brought him curdled milk in a majestic bowl. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/judges/5.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />He asked water, and she gave him milk; She brought him butter in a lordly dish.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/judges/5.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Sisera asked for water, but Jael gave him milk--cream in a fancy cup. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/judges/5.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />He asked water, and she gave him milk; she brought him butter in a lordly dish.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/judges/5.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Sisera asked for water. She gave him milk. She offered him buttermilk in a royal bowl.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/judges/5.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Sisera asked for water, but she gave him milk; she brought him cream in a beautiful bowl. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/judges/5.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Sisera asked for water— she gave him milk. In a magnificent bowl she brought him yogurt! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/judges/5.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />He asked for water, and she gave him milk. In a magnificent bowl she brought him curds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/judges/5.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />He asked for water, and she gave him milk; in a bowl fit for a king, she served him curds. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/judges/5.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />He asked for water. She gave him milk. She brought him curds in a princely bowl.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/judges/5.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />He asked water, and she gave him milk; she brought forth butter in a lordly dish.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/judges/5.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />He asked for water. She gave him milk. She brought him butter in a lordly dish. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/judges/5.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />He asked for water—she gave milk; She brought butter near in a lordly dish.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/judges/5.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Water he asked -- milk she gave; In a lordly dish she brought near butter.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/judges/5.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />He asked water, she gave milk; In a prince's dish brought she curdled milk.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/judges/5.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />He asked her water and she gave him milk, and offered him butter in a dish fit for princes. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/judges/5.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />He begged her for water, and she gave him milk, and she offered him butter in a dish fit for princes.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/judges/5.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />He asked for water, she gave him milk, in a princely bowl she brought him curds. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/judges/5.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />He asked water and she gave him milk, she brought him curds in a lordly bowl.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/judges/5.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />He asked water, and she gave him milk; she brought forth butter in a giant bowl.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/judges/5.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />He asked for water and she gave milk in the cup of a mighty man; she brought cream<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/judges/5.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Water he asked, milk she gave him; In a lordly bowl she brought him curd.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/judges/5.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />He asked for water, she gave him milk in a dish; she brought butter of princes.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/judges/5-25.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/AjzBiIYY2Dc?start=1400" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/judges/5.htm">The Song of Deborah and Barak</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">24</span>Most blessed among women is Jael, the wife of Heber the Kenite, most blessed of tent-dwelling women. <span class="reftext">25</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7592.htm" title="7592: šā·’al (V-Qal-Perf-3ms) -- To ask, inquire. Or shael; a primitive root; to inquire; by implication, to request; by extension, to demand.">He asked for</a> <a href="/hebrew/4325.htm" title="4325: ma·yim (N-mp) -- Waters, water. Dual of a primitive noun; water; figuratively, juice; by euphemism, urine, semen.">water,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5414.htm" title="5414: nā·ṯā·nāh (V-Qal-Perf-3fs) -- To give, put, set. A primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application.">and she gave him</a> <a href="/hebrew/2461.htm" title="2461: ḥā·lāḇ (N-ms) -- Milk. From the same as cheleb; milk.">milk.</a> <a href="/hebrew/117.htm" title="117: ’ad·dî·rîm (Adj-mp) -- Majestic. From 'adar; wide or large; figuratively, powerful.">In a magnificent</a> <a href="/hebrew/5602.htm" title="5602: bə·sê·p̄el (Prep-b:: N-msc) -- A bowl. From an unused root meaning to depress; a basin.">bowl</a> <a href="/hebrew/7126.htm" title="7126: hiq·rî·ḇāh (V-Hifil-Perf-3fs) -- To come near, approach. A primitive root; to approach for whatever purpose.">she brought him</a> <a href="/hebrew/2529.htm" title="2529: ḥem·’āh (N-fs) -- Curd. Or chemah; from the same root as chowmah; curdled milk or cheese.">curds.</a> </span><span class="reftext">26</span>She reached for the tent peg, her right hand for the workman’s hammer. She struck Sisera and crushed his skull; she shattered and pierced his temple.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/24-18.htm">Genesis 24:18-20</a></span><br />“Drink, my lord,” she replied, and she quickly lowered her jar to her hands and gave him a drink. / After she had given him a drink, she said, “I will also draw water for your camels, until they have had enough to drink.” / And she quickly emptied her jar into the trough and ran back to the well to draw water, until she had drawn water for all his camels.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/25-18.htm">1 Samuel 25:18</a></span><br />Then Abigail hurried and took two hundred loaves of bread, two skins of wine, five butchered sheep, five seahs of roasted grain, a hundred clusters of raisins, and two hundred cakes of figs. She loaded them on donkeys<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/31-6.htm">Proverbs 31:6-7</a></span><br />Give strong drink to one who is perishing, and wine to the bitter in soul. / Let him drink and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/10-42.htm">Matthew 10:42</a></span><br />And if anyone gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones because he is My disciple, truly I tell you, he will never lose his reward.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/17-10.htm">1 Kings 17:10-11</a></span><br />So Elijah got up and went to Zarephath. When he arrived at the city gate, there was a widow gathering sticks. Elijah called to her and said, “Please bring me a little water in a cup, so that I may drink.” / And as she was going to get it, he called to her and said, “Please bring me a piece of bread.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/17-28.htm">2 Samuel 17:28-29</a></span><br />They brought beds, basins, and earthen vessels, as well as wheat, barley, flour, roasted grain, beans, lentils, / honey, curds, sheep, and cheese from the herd for David and his people to eat. For they said, “The people have become hungry, exhausted, and thirsty in the wilderness.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/4-7.htm">John 4:7-10</a></span><br />When a Samaritan woman came to draw water, Jesus said to her, “Give Me a drink.” / (His disciples had gone into the town to buy food.) / “You are a Jew,” said the woman. “How can You ask for a drink from me, a Samaritan woman?” (For Jews do not associate with Samaritans.) ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/10-4.htm">1 Corinthians 10:4</a></span><br />and drank the same spiritual drink; for they drank from the spiritual rock that accompanied them, and that rock was Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/2-15.htm">Exodus 2:15-17</a></span><br />When Pharaoh heard about this matter, he sought to kill Moses. But Moses fled from Pharaoh and settled in the land of Midian, where he sat down beside a well. / Now the priest of Midian had seven daughters, and they came to draw water and fill the troughs to water their father’s flock. / And when some shepherds came along and drove them away, Moses rose up to help them and watered their flock.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/11-31.htm">Hebrews 11:31</a></span><br />By faith the prostitute Rahab, because she welcomed the spies in peace, did not perish with those who were disobedient.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ruth/2-9.htm">Ruth 2:9</a></span><br />Let your eyes be on the field they are harvesting, and follow along after these girls. Indeed, I have ordered the young men not to touch you. And when you are thirsty, go and drink from the jars the young men have filled.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/55-1.htm">Isaiah 55:1</a></span><br />“Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters; and you without money, come, buy, and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/22-17.htm">Revelation 22:17</a></span><br />The Spirit and the bride say, “Come!” Let the one who hears say, “Come!” And let the one who is thirsty come, and the one who desires the water of life drink freely.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/19-6.htm">1 Kings 19:6</a></span><br />And he looked around, and there by his head was a cake of bread baked over hot coals, and a jar of water. So he ate and drank and lay down again.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/25-35.htm">Matthew 25:35</a></span><br />For I was hungry and you gave Me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave Me something to drink, I was a stranger and you took Me in,</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">He asked water, and she gave him milk; she brought forth butter in a lordly dish.</p><p class="hdg">asked</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/judges/4-19.htm">Judges 4:19-21</a></b></br> And he said unto her, Give me, I pray thee, a little water to drink; for I am thirsty. And she opened a bottle of milk, and gave him drink, and covered him… </p><p class="hdg">butter.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/deuteronomy/28-17.htm">Bowl</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/32-14.htm">Butter</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/32-14.htm">Curd</a> <a href="/job/10-10.htm">Curdled</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/32-14.htm">Curds</a> <a href="/numbers/7-80.htm">Dish</a> <a href="/zechariah/11-13.htm">Lordly</a> <a href="/mark/13-1.htm">Magnificent</a> <a href="/judges/4-19.htm">Milk</a> <a href="/judges/5-13.htm">Nobles</a> <a href="/numbers/7-85.htm">Plate</a> <a href="/judges/1-1.htm">Request</a> <a href="/judges/5-11.htm">Water</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/judges/6-38.htm">Bowl</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-29.htm">Butter</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-29.htm">Curd</a> <a href="/job/10-10.htm">Curdled</a> <a href="/2_samuel/17-29.htm">Curds</a> <a href="/1_kings/19-6.htm">Dish</a> <a href="/zechariah/11-13.htm">Lordly</a> <a href="/1_kings/8-13.htm">Magnificent</a> <a href="/1_samuel/1-23.htm">Milk</a> <a href="/1_samuel/2-8.htm">Nobles</a> <a href="/2_kings/21-13.htm">Plate</a> <a href="/judges/8-8.htm">Request</a> <a href="/judges/6-38.htm">Water</a><div class="vheading2">Judges 5</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/judges/5-1.htm">The Song of Deborah and Barak</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/judges/5.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/judges/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/judges/5.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>He asked for water</b><br>This phrase highlights the simplicity of Sisera's request, reflecting his vulnerability and exhaustion after fleeing from battle. Water, a basic necessity, symbolizes his dire need for refreshment and safety. In the cultural context of the ancient Near East, offering water to a guest was a common act of hospitality, as seen in <a href="/genesis/24-17.htm">Genesis 24:17-18</a> when Rebekah offers water to Abraham's servant. This request sets the stage for the unexpected turn of events that follow.<p><b>and she gave him milk</b><br>Jael's response to Sisera's request is significant. Instead of water, she offers milk, which can be seen as an act of generosity and hospitality, going beyond what was asked. Milk, often associated with nourishment and comfort, might have been intended to lull Sisera into a false sense of security. This act can be seen as a strategic move by Jael, as milk has soporific qualities that could induce drowsiness. The offering of milk instead of water also foreshadows the unexpected outcome of the encounter.<p><b>In a magnificent bowl</b><br>The use of a "magnificent bowl" suggests a display of honor and respect, as such vessels were typically reserved for esteemed guests. This detail emphasizes the deceptive nature of Jael's hospitality, as she presents herself as a gracious host. The choice of a splendid vessel could also symbolize the gravity of the moment, as it contrasts with the impending betrayal. This act of presenting milk in a fine bowl can be seen as a type of Christ, who offers grace and salvation in unexpected ways, often through humble means.<p><b>she brought him curds</b><br>Curds, a form of dairy product, were a staple in the diet of ancient Near Eastern peoples. The mention of curds further emphasizes the theme of nourishment and comfort. This detail might also indicate the richness of the offering, as curds were considered a delicacy. The act of bringing curds, like the milk, serves to deepen Sisera's sense of security and trust in Jael. This moment can be connected to the broader biblical theme of God's deliverance through unexpected means, as seen in the story of David and Goliath, where a young shepherd defeats a mighty warrior with a simple sling and stone.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/sisera.htm">Sisera</a></b><br>The commander of the Canaanite army under King Jabin, who was defeated by the Israelites led by Deborah and Barak.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/jael.htm">Jael</a></b><br>The wife of Heber the Kenite, who played a crucial role in the defeat of Sisera by offering him hospitality and then killing him.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/d/deborah.htm">Deborah</a></b><br>A prophetess and judge of Israel who, along with Barak, led the Israelites to victory over the Canaanites.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/b/barak.htm">Barak</a></b><br>The military leader who, under Deborah's guidance, led the Israelite army against Sisera.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_song_of_deborah.htm">The Song of Deborah</a></b><br>A victory hymn found in <a href="/bsb/judges/5.htm">Judges 5</a>, celebrating the triumph over the Canaanites and highlighting the roles of various individuals, including Jael.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_hospitality.htm">The Power of Hospitality</a></b><br>Jael's offering of milk instead of water demonstrates the cultural significance of hospitality and how it can be used for God's purposes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god_uses_the_unexpected.htm">God Uses the Unexpected</a></b><br>Jael, a non-Israelite woman, played a pivotal role in God's plan, reminding us that God can use anyone, regardless of background or status.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/courage_in_action.htm">Courage in Action</a></b><br>Jael's boldness in a dangerous situation exemplifies the courage that believers are called to exhibit in standing for righteousness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/divine_strategy.htm">Divine Strategy</a></b><br>God's plans often defy human expectations, as seen in the unexpected victory through Jael's actions, encouraging us to trust in His wisdom.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/symbolism_of_milk_and_curds.htm">Symbolism of Milk and Curds</a></b><br>The choice of milk and curds over water can symbolize abundance and blessing, reflecting God's provision and care.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_judges_5.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Judges 5</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_foods_are_mentioned_in_the_bible.htm">What foods are mentioned in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_jael's_act_historical_or_symbolic.htm">Judges 5:24-27: Is Jael’s method of killing Sisera a credible historical report, or is it exaggerated symbolism? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_'bathing_steps_in_butter'_literal.htm">Is the image of “bathing his steps in butter” (Job 29:6) literal, and does it align with known ancient customs or practices?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_an_angel_stand_on_land_and_sea.htm">How can an angel physically stand on land and sea simultaneously (Revelation 10:2) without defying known laws of physics?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/judges/5.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(25) <span class= "bld">Butter.</span>--Rather, <span class= "ital">curdled milk.</span><p>In a lordly dish.--Rather, <span class= "ital">in a dish of the nobles: sephel, </span>a splendid bowl, reserved for great occasions. All this was done to lull his suspicions into a false security.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/judges/5.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 25.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">A lordly dish</span>. A dish fit for princes; perhaps one reserved for the most illustrious guests. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/judges/5-25.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">He asked for</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׁאַ֖ל</span> <span class="translit">(šā·’al)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7592.htm">Strong's 7592: </a> </span><span class="str2">To inquire, to request, to demand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">water,</span><br /><span class="heb">מַ֥יִם</span> <span class="translit">(ma·yim)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4325.htm">Strong's 4325: </a> </span><span class="str2">Water, juice, urine, semen</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[and] she gave</span><br /><span class="heb">נָתָ֑נָה</span> <span class="translit">(nā·ṯā·nāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5414.htm">Strong's 5414: </a> </span><span class="str2">To give, put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">him milk.</span><br /><span class="heb">חָלָ֣ב</span> <span class="translit">(ḥā·lāḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2461.htm">Strong's 2461: </a> </span><span class="str2">Milk</span><br /><br /><span class="word">In a magnificent</span><br /><span class="heb">אַדִּירִ֖ים</span> <span class="translit">(’ad·dî·rîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_117.htm">Strong's 117: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wide, large, powerful</span><br /><br /><span class="word">bowl</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּסֵ֥פֶל</span> <span class="translit">(bə·sê·p̄el)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5602.htm">Strong's 5602: </a> </span><span class="str2">A basin</span><br /><br /><span class="word">she brought him</span><br /><span class="heb">הִקְרִ֥יבָה</span> <span class="translit">(hiq·rî·ḇāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7126.htm">Strong's 7126: </a> </span><span class="str2">To come near, approach</span><br /><br /><span class="word">curdled milk.</span><br /><span class="heb">חֶמְאָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḥem·’āh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2529.htm">Strong's 2529: </a> </span><span class="str2">Curdled milk, cheese</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/judges/5-25.htm">Judges 5:25 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/judges/5-25.htm">Judges 5:25 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/judges/5-25.htm">Judges 5:25 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/judges/5-25.htm">Judges 5:25 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/judges/5-25.htm">Judges 5:25 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/judges/5-25.htm">Judges 5:25 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/judges/5-25.htm">Judges 5:25 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/judges/5-25.htm">Judges 5:25 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/judges/5-25.htm">Judges 5:25 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/judges/5-25.htm">Judges 5:25 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/judges/5-25.htm">OT History: Judges 5:25 He asked for water (Jd Judg. 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