Shoftim (Judges) — Perek 12

Ephraim’s Conflict

Ephraim confronts Jephthah, is tested with Shibboleth, many die.

• The men of Ephraim challenge Jephthah for not calling them to battle.
• A civil war breaks out between Gilead and Ephraim.
• The 'Shibboleth' test is used at the Jordan to identify Ephraimites.
• Ibzan, Elon, and Abdon serve as judges after Jephthah.