Why Are Neighboring Nations Like the Moabites, Midianites, and Philistines Used as Instruments of Oppression? Throughout the Book of Judges, Israel repeatedly falls under the domination of surrounding nations. Among the most prominent oppressors are the Moabites, Midianites, and Philistines. These conflicts are not presented as random geopolitical struggles. Instead, … Continue reading Why are neighboring nations like the Moabites, Midianites, and Philistines used as instruments of oppression?