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Joshua 10:5 Cross-References

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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.

Joshua 10:5 (KJV)

Historical Context for Joshua 10:5

People Mentioned

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HohamKing of Hebron during the time of the conquest of the Land (JOS 10:3)
P
PiramKing of Jarmuth during the conquest of the Land (JOS 10:3)
J
JaphiaKing of Lachish during the conquest of the Land (JOS 10:3)
D
DebirKing of Eglon during the conquest of the Land (JOS 10:3)
J
Jasharthe book of Jashar (JOS 10:13)

Commentary on Joshua 10:5

The coalition mobilizes: '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.' The repetition of all five kings emphasizes comprehensive allied participation. The phrase 'they and all their hosts' indicates full military mobilization—not token forces but complete armies. The verb 'encamped' (chanah, חָנָה) suggests establishing siege positions. The phrase 'made war against it' uses...

Source: KJV Study Commentary

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