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Joshua 7:17 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Joshua 7:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Joshua chapter 7 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he brought the family of Judah; and he took the family of the Zarhites: and he brought the family of the Zarhites man by man; and Zabdi was taken:”
Joshua 7:17 (KJV)
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Commentary on Joshua 7:17
The process narrows: from Judah's tribe to the Zarhites' family, then to Zabdi's household. Each stage increases tension and specificity. The mention of specific names (Zabdi, Carmi) gives historical particularity—this isn't allegory but real people facing real judgment. The progression from broader (tribe) to narrower (household) demonstrates exhaustive thoroughness—God leaves no ambiguity. Every household in the selected clan stood before the Lord; every man in the selected household was examined. This process, while time-consuming, ensured justice. No one could claim arbitrary selection or ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Joshua 7:17
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“the family of the Shelanites; of Perez”
“that had the scarlet thread on his hand”
“And Tamar his daughter in law bore him Pharez and Zerah. All the sons of Judah were five.”