George Leo Haydock, on Judg 5:7

“The valiant men ceased, and rested in Israel: until Debbora arose, a mother arose in Israel.”

“Valiant. Hebrew is also translated, “the villages ceased,” as no one thought himself in safety out of the strong cities. — Until. Hebrew, “until I, Debbora, arose, that I arose, a mother,” &c. The Holy Ghost obliges her to declare her own praises. She deserved the glorious title of “mother of her country.” — Mother denotes an authority, mixed with sweetness: such had been exercised by Debbora, in deciding the controversies of the people, (Calmet) and in directing them to follow the right path. (Haydock)”

Imported from an open dataset — not yet checked against the printed edition.