Joshua 10:9
The Scripture
(9) Joshua therefore came unto them suddenly, and went up from Gilgal all night.
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
I Samuel 11:9I Samuel 11:10I Samuel 11:11Proverbs 22:29Proverbs 24:11Proverbs 24:12Ecclesiastes 9:10II Timothy 2:3II Timothy 4:2
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