Joshua 10:5
The Scripture
(5) Therefore the five kings of the Amorites, the king of Jerusalem, the king of Hebron, the king of Jarmuth, the king of Lachish, the king of Eglon, gathered themselves together, and went up, they and all their hosts, and encamped before Gibeon, and made war against it.
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 10:6Joshua 9:1Joshua 9:2Genesis 15:16Isaiah 8:9Isaiah 8:10
Related verses (shared words)
Joshua 10:23Ezekiel 48:16Matthew 25:20Joshua 10:3Exodus 16:18Numbers 11:32