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Joshua 7:8 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Joshua 7:8 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Joshua chapter 7 verse 8 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“O Lord, what shall I say, when Israel turneth their backs before their enemies! backs: Heb. necks”
Joshua 7:8 (KJV)
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Commentary on Joshua 7:8
Joshua continues: 'O Lord, what shall I say, when Israel turneth their backs before their enemies?' His concern focuses on Israel's reputation and, implicitly, God's reputation. The phrase 'turneth their backs' is military terminology for retreat or flight—deeply shameful in ancient warfare. Joshua grasps that Israel's identity as God's victorious people is at stake. If they flee from small cities, who will take them seriously? His question 'what shall I say' expresses a leader's burden—what explanation can he give? He lacks answers because he hasn't yet identified the real problem (Achan's si...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Joshua 7:8
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“what will we say? Is God unrighteous who inflicts wrath? I speak like men do.”
“our God”
“and set myself on the ramparts”