Joshua 10:12
The Scripture
(12) Then spake Joshua to the LORD in the day when the LORD delivered up the Amorites before the children of Israel, and he said in the sight of Israel, Sun, stand thou still upon Gibeon; and thou, Moon, in the valley of Ajalon.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
The Israelites, under Joshua, defeat the Canaanite city of Ai after a night assault, demonstrating God's power over the enemy. The victory is celebrated, but the chapter also notes that the people boast of their triumph, which later leads to the downfall of their nation. This chapter highlights the consequences of pride after divine deliverance.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Joshua 10:13Deuteronomy 4:19Deuteronomy 17:3Job 9:7Job 31:26Job 31:27Psalms 19:4Psalms 74:16Psalms 148:3Isaiah 28:21Isaiah 38:8Isaiah 60:20
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