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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Who were the judges and what role did they play in the lives of the Israelites?
A
warriors and prophets who led the Israelites in defending their land.
B
a person who presides over court proceedings, either alone or as a part of a panel of judges. The powers, functions, method of appointment, discipline, and training of judges vary widely across different jurisdictions. The judge is supposed to conduct the trial impartially and, typically, in an open court.
C
a person regarded as an inspired teacher or proclaimer of the will of God.
D
none of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Samson was a legendary Israelite warrior and judge, a member of the tribe of Dan, and a Nazirite. His immense physical strength, which he used for 20 years against the Philistines, derived from his uncut hair.

Detailed explanation-2: -Gideon was the son of Joash, from the Abiezrite clan in the tribe of Manasseh and lived in Ephra (Ophrah). As a leader of the Israelites, he won a decisive victory over a Midianite army despite a vast numerical disadvantage, leading a troop of 300 “valiant” men.

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