They chose new gods; Then there was war in the gates; Not a shield or spear was seen among forty thousand in Israel.
Judges 5:8
Surrounding context
5:7 Village life ceased, it ceased in Israel, Until I, Deborah, arose, Arose a mother in Israel.
5:8 They chose new gods; Then there was war in the gates; Not a shield or spear was seen among forty thousand in Israel.
5:9 My heart is with the rulers of Israel Who offered themselves willingly with the people. Bless the LORD!