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The prophetess Deborah sitting under a palm tree, encouraging Barak to help God’s people.

Deborah encourages Barak to help God’s people

TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD

Jehovah Uses Two Women to Deliver His People

A fearsome enemy oppressed Israel (Jg 4:3; 5:6-8; w15 8/1 13 ¶1)

Jehovah raised up Deborah to help his people (Jg 4:4-7; 5:7; w15 8/1 13 ¶2; see cover picture)

Jehovah used Jael to execute Sisera (Jg 4:16, 17, 21; w15 8/1 15 ¶2)

Collage: 1. Deborah sits under a palm tree and encourages Barak to help God’s people. 2. Jael holds a tent pin and a hammer near Sisera, who is fast asleep.

What does this account indicate about Jehovah’s regard for women?