And the princes of Succoth said, Are the hands of Zebah and Zalmunna now in thine hand, that we should give bread to thine army? — Succoth's rulers refuse, pragmatically but cowardly demanding proof of victory. Their fear of Midianite retribution and their skepticism violate hospitality norms and covenant obligation, earning them divine judgment.

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