When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none. Even so shall it be also unto this wicked generation. For they mouth empty, boastful words and, by appealing to the lustful desires of sinful human nature, they entice people who are just escaping from those who live in error. The prodigal didn't leave home for the pig pen, but that's where he ended up. We'd never convince the first time drug user that they are headed for addiction, but they are.
Sin is exponential, i.e., it has a downhill snowballing effect.
Rishathaim eight years. Eight years of bondage. Eight years of carnage and vulnerability. I love the next few lines, for they place us in the territory of grace. Othniel the son of Kenaz, Caleb's younger brother.