After Deborah and Barak are victorious over the army of the king of Canaan, they sing a song of praise. It seems like Deborah is the narrator and likely author (v. 7), which is kind of like the story it tells.
He is basically a superhero. He “judged Israel twenty years” (Jdg 16:31), but “judged” in this sense means he was a warrior-leader.
You’re going to see this a lot in the book of Judges. Someone is chosen by the LORD to bring victory, and he does, but he also does some things that leave you thinking, “Was that okay for him to do that?” (Typically: no it wasn’t.) And the Bible may not say anything to let you know if it was good, bad or indifferent.
ABANDON YOUR IDEA OF A JUDGE. The “judges” in the book of Judges are tribal warrior-leaders. They are not judges – not like we mean the word.
The books of Judges and Ruth and things associated with them. Yep, angels are meant to be part of this. And Rahab. You'll see.
Aside from their literal purpose (a safe haven for those wanted for manslaughter), they also have a symbolic meaning as a bellwether.
Joshua ch. 7. In what seems to be the very next battle after Jericho, Israel is defeated because of one man’s sin.
Joshua ch. 6. Jericho is the first battle of the conquest of Canaan. The victory is decisive and unquestionably because of God.
Seeking the blessings of the LORD and knowing that only His blessings will bring success.
Yep, the book is named after him. He was Moses’ chosen successor and led Israel’s conquest of Canaan. And above all, he is a man of outstanding character.