2 Deuteronomy 7 and Exodus 23. The structural formula presented in the introduction is followed in these first four cycles without alteration. 6 A paradigm for the pattern of the judges.
Little detail is given, but the basics of the cycle are included.
7 YHWH uses the unexpected, a surprise 'message' by a left- handed Benjamite to bring deliverance. With Shamgar the only weapon of deliverance mentioned is an ox-goad. Again, YHWH gets the credit for deliverance. Because of fear, Barak does not receive the honor for the victory, and is given a relatively small place in the narrative. YHWH uses the most unexpected, a woman, to bring deliverance to the nation.