Joshua 10:28
The Scripture
(28) And that day Joshua took Makkedah, and smote it with the edge of the sword, and the king thereof he utterly destroyed, them, and all the souls that were therein; he let none remain: and he did to the king of Makkedah as he did unto the king of Jericho.
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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