3 figures
Judge and military leader of Israel.
Gideon is chosen by God to lead Israel against the Midianites. In this chapter, he reduces his army to 300 men as instructed by God to ensure that the victory is attributed to divine intervention rather than human strength.
Oppressors of Israel.
The Midianites are the enemy force that oppresses Israel. In this chapter, they are defeated by Gideon's small army, demonstrating God's power and deliverance.
Divine orchestrator of Israel's victory.
God instructs Gideon to reduce his army to 300 men to show that the victory over the Midianites is by His power, not by human might. This demonstrates God's sovereignty and faithfulness to deliver His people.