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Judges 6:23
And the LORD said unto him, Peacebe unto thee; fear not: thou shalt not die.

Genesis 43:23,24
And he said, Peacebe to you, fear not: your God, and the God of your father, hath given you treasure in your sacks: I had your money. And he brought Simeon out unto them…

1 Samuel 25:6
And thus shall ye say to him that livethin prosperity, Peacebe both to thee, and peacebe to thine house, and peacebe unto all that thou hast.

Romans 12:13
Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.

Galatians 6:6
Let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things.

Hebrews 13:2
Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.

lodge not

Genesis 19:2,3
And he said, Behold now, my lords, turn in, I pray you, into your servant's house, and tarry all night, and wash your feet, and ye shall rise up early, and go on your ways. And they said, Nay; but we will abide in the street all night…

Genesis 24:31-33
And he said, Come in, thou blessed of the LORD; wherefore standest thou without? for I have prepared the house, and room for the camels…

“Let me supply everything you need.”
The old man's offer to supply everything needed highlights the cultural importance of hospitality in the ancient Near East. In a time when inns were rare and often unsafe, travelers relied on the kindness of strangers. This act of generosity is reminiscent of Abraham's hospitality to the three visitors inGenesis 18, where he provides for their needs. The old man's willingness to care for the traveler and his companions reflects the biblical principle of loving one's neighbor, as seen inLeviticus 19:34.

Only do not spend the night in the square.”
The warning against spending the night in the square underscores the potential danger and moral decay present in Gibeah, a town of the tribe of Benjamin. This cautionary advice foreshadows the tragic events that follow in the narrative, highlighting the lawlessness and lack of hospitality in Israel during the time of the Judges. The square, typically a place of gathering and commerce, becomes a symbol of vulnerability and threat. This situation parallels the story of Lot inGenesis 19, where he urges the angelic visitors not to stay in the city square of Sodom, indicating a similar environment of moral corruption.

- This warm greeting speaks literal assurance of safety in a violent place.

- Similar godly welcomes appear inJudges 6:23 and1 Samuel 25:6, reminding us that true peace comes from God, not circumstances.

- Jesus used the same expression inJohn 20:19, showing continuity in God’s desire to calm His people.

- For travelers who had already faced tension (Judges 19:15–18), the words would have been a tangible promise of rest.

- The speaker is a fellow Ephraimite living among Benjamites in Gibeah (Judges 19:16).

- Scripture often highlights righteous individuals who stand out in corrupt settings—think of Noah inGenesis 6:9 or Daniel inDaniel 6:4.

- His personal initiative fulfillsLeviticus 19:34: “Love him as yourself,” demonstrating obedience when others refused hospitality.

- He offers food, lodging, and protection—echoing Abraham’s generosity inGenesis 18:4–8 and the widow’s kindness in1 Kings 17:9–16.

-Hebrews 13:2 urges believers to “show hospitality to strangers,” grounding the practice in God’s unchanging standard.

- The old man’s pledge contrasts with the Levite’s earlier anxiety over provisions (Judges 19:19), proving God can meet needs through willing servants.

- Practical application:

• Our resources are God-given tools for ministry (Proverbs 3:27).

• Lavish care testifies to the Lord who “richly provides us with everything to enjoy” (1 Timothy 6:17).

- The warning is literal; the public square of Gibeah was unsafe, as the following verses tragically confirm (Judges 19:22–26).

- Parallels withGenesis 19:2–3 in Sodom show that unchecked sin endangers outsiders and grieves the righteous.

-Isaiah 57:20 pictures the wicked as a storm-tossed sea, underscoring the need for separation from evil environments.

- Bullet points of insight:

• Spiritual discernment includes recognizing real physical dangers (Proverbs 27:12).

• Protecting the vulnerable fulfills God’s heart for justice (Psalm 82:3–4).

• Declining to accommodate sin may demand urgent action (2 Corinthians 6:17).

Judges 19:20 records a godly man’s threefold gift: peace, provision, and protection. His greeting reassures weary travelers, his generosity meets their practical needs, and his warning shields them from imminent harm. The verse models wholehearted hospitality and moral discernment, proving that even in dark times God raises individuals who live out His righteous standards.

Only lodge not in the street.--Genesis 19:2.