What is the reign of judges called?

The reign of judges in ancient Israel is referred to as the "Period of the Judges." This era, described in the Book of Judges in the Hebrew Bible, followed the conquest of Canaan and lasted until the establishment of the monarchy. During this time, leaders known as judges arose to deliver the Israelites from oppression and to govern them, often in times of crisis. The period is characterized by a cyclical pattern of sin, oppression, repentance, and deliverance.