Joshua 7
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 7 of 24
Chapter Summary
The Israelites are smitten at Ai. 6 Joshua's complaint. 16 Achan is taken by the lot. 19 His confession. 24 He and all he had are destroyed in the valley of Achor.
Key Hebrew Words
People & Context
Achan, of the tribe of Judah, sins by taking from the devoted things, kindling Jehovah's anger against Israel.
Joshua sends spies from Jericho to Ai. They return and advise sending only two or three thousand men, as the people of Ai are few.
Three thousand Israelites attack Ai but are routed, fleeing and losing thirty-six men. The hearts of the Israelites melt.
Timeline
Achan, of the tribe of Judah, sins by taking from the devoted things, kindling Jehovah's anger against Israel.
Joshua 7:1Joshua sends spies from Jericho to Ai. They return and advise sending only two or three thousand men, as the people of Ai are few.
Joshua 7:2-3Three thousand Israelites attack Ai but are routed, fleeing and losing thirty-six men. The hearts of the Israelites melt.
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