King James Version
What Does Judges 2:6 Mean?
“And when Joshua had let the people go, the children of Israel went every man unto his inheritance to possess the land.”
Context
4
And it came to pass, when the angel of the LORD spake these words unto all the children of Israel, that the people lifted up their voice, and wept.
5
And they called the name of that place Bochim: and they sacrificed there unto the LORD. Bochim: that is, Weepers
6
And when Joshua had let the people go, the children of Israel went every man unto his inheritance to possess the land.
7
And the people served the LORD all the days of Joshua, and all the days of the elders that outlived Joshua, who had seen all the great works of the LORD, that he did for Israel. outlived: Heb. prolonged days after Ioshua
8
And Joshua the son of Nun, the servant of the LORD, died, being an hundred and ten years old.
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(6) **When Joshua had let the people go.**—Rather, *And Joshua let the people go. *This passage strongly tends to support the view that the events of the previous chapter, and the message at Bochim, occurred before Joshua’s death. (Comp. Joshua 22:6; Joshua 24:28.)
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of Judges. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
Judges 2:6 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
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