The Israelites are obedient to God's command through Moses to go to war against the Midianites. This reflects their sense of duty and commitment to God's instructions.
The chapter reflects God's wrath and desire for vengeance against the Midianites for leading the Israelites into idolatry and sin, as well as the Israelites’ execution of that vengeance.
There is an implicit sense of grief and mourning over the destruction and loss of life, particularly in the aftermath of the battle and the killing of the Midianite women and male children.
The Israelites experience triumph and victory as they successfully defeat the Midianites and gather the spoils of war, reflecting a sense of accomplishment and divine favor.
The chapter conveys a strong sense of justice and retribution as the Israelites carry out God's command to punish the Midianites for their previous actions against Israel.