And whatever comes out of my house to meet me when I return in triumph from the Ammonites will be the Lord’s, and I will sacrifice it as a burnt offering.
Jephthah, a judge of Israel, makes a vow to the Lord before going into battle against the Ammonites, promising to offer as a burnt offering whatever comes out of his house to greet him if he returns victorious.
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Fulfilled inJudges 11:34-39
The prophecy is fulfilled when Jephthah's daughter is the first to come out of his house to meet him. Jephthah fulfills his vow, leading to a tragic outcome.
This event highlights the seriousness of vows made to God and the potential consequences of rash promises. It also reflects the theme of sacrifice and dedication to God, albeit in a tragic and unintended manner.