And when Zebul the ruler of the city heard the words of Gaal the son of Ebed, his anger was kindled.
And Gaal the son of Ebed came with his brethren, and went over to Shechem: and the men of Shechem put their confidence in him.
If only this people were under my hand then would I remove Abimelech. And he said to Abimelech, Increase thine army, and come out.
And he sent messengers unto Abimelech privily, saying, Behold, Gaal the son of Ebed and his brethren be come to Shechem; and, behold, they fortify the city against thee.
And Abimelech dwelt at Arumah: and Zebul thrust out Gaal and his brethren, that they should not dwell in Shechem.