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What does Judges 20:18 mean?

The Israelites went up to Bethel to ask God, 'Who should go first to attack the Benjaminites?' The Lord answered, 'Judah will go first.' Judges 20:18 - Modern Text Bible

(Before fighting, Israel seeks God’s guidance. God tells them to send the tribe of Judah first, showing they want divine direction.)