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Joshua 9:8 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Joshua 9:8 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Joshua chapter 9 verse 8 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And they said unto Joshua, We are thy servants. And Joshua said unto them, Who are ye? and from whence come ye?”
Joshua 9:8 (KJV)
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Commentary on Joshua 9:8
The Gibeonites' response: 'Thy servants are come because of the name of the LORD thy God: for we have heard the fame of him, and all that he did in Egypt.' This answer brilliantly deflects the question while appearing pious. Notice: they don't directly answer 'where are you from?'—the crucial question. Instead, they testify about Yahweh's reputation and works, establishing theological common ground. The phrase 'because of the name of the LORD thy God' suggests religious motivation for seeking covenant—positioning themselves as believers or at least respecters of Israel's God. Their catalog of ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Joshua 9:8
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“if it make you answer of peace”
“and he who was over the city”
“saying”
“behold”
“and for the altar of Yahweh”
“Canaan is cursed. He will be servant of servants to his brothers.”
“and there shall never fail to be of you bondservants”
“the Hittites”