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Joshua 7:16 Cross-References

Explore 4 cross-references for Joshua 7:16 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Joshua chapter 7 verse 16 to related passages throughout the Bible.

“So Joshua rose up early in the morning, and brought Israel by their tribes; and the tribe of Judah was taken:”

Joshua 7:16 (KJV)

Historical Context for Joshua 7:16

People Mentioned

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Joshua1 of the 12 spies (called Hoshea)- from Ephraim (NUM 13:8), servant of Moses (EXO 17:9)
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Judahfourth-born son of Jacob (GEN 29:35), son of Leah

Commentary on Joshua 7:16

Joshua rose early in the morning—demonstrating leadership diligence and spiritual priority. Early rising for important spiritual matters appears throughout Scripture as a mark of godly leaders (Abraham, Moses, Samuel). He brought Israel by tribes, and the tribe of Judah was taken. The methodical process begins—tribe by tribe, each standing before the Lord as the lot identifies Judah. That Judah, the royal and messianic tribe (Genesis 49:10), contained the guilty party is striking. This shows sin isn't respecter of heritage or privilege—even the most honored tribe harbors covenant breakers. The...

Source: KJV Study Commentary

Cross-References for Joshua 7:16

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Ecclesiastes 9:102 votes

“do it with your might; for there is no work”