²³ But God sent an evil spirit between Abimelech and the lords of Shechem; and the lords of Shechem dealt treacherously with Abimelech.

²³ God stirred up animosity between Abimelek and the citizens of Shechem so that they acted treacherously against Abimelek.

²³ And God sent an evil spirit between Abim'elech and the men of Shechem; and the men of Shechem dealt treacherously with Abim'elech;