20 But if not, (A)let fire come out from Abimelech and devour the leaders of Shechem and Beth-millo; and let fire come out from the leaders of Shechem and from Beth-millo and devour Abimelech.” 21 And Jotham ran away and fled and went to (B)Beer and lived there, because of Abimelech his brother.

The Downfall of Abimelech

22 Abimelech ruled over Israel three years.

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20 But if you have not, let fire come out(A) from Abimelek and consume you, the citizens of Shechem(B) and Beth Millo,(C) and let fire come out from you, the citizens of Shechem and Beth Millo, and consume Abimelek!”

21 Then Jotham(D) fled, escaping to Beer,(E) and he lived there because he was afraid of his brother Abimelek.

22 After Abimelek had governed Israel three years,

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