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Joshua 10:4

King James Version (KJV)

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Joshua 10:4

Verse 4 of 43

Scripture focus

Come up unto me, and help me, that we may smite Gibeon: for it hath made peace with Joshua and with the children of Israel.

Joshua 10:4 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Joshua 10:4

Theological / Devotional

Come up. This expression is geographically correct, since the other kings dwelt in the lowlands and hills, and Jerusalem was of a relatively higher altitude. Jerusalem was the nearest city of importance to the now-common foe, and thus stood in the greatest danger. This may account for the leadership of Jerusalem in this crisis.

Smite Gibeon. Instead of Joshua. It is remarkable that we do not hear of one direct attack against Joshua and his army in the wars of Canaan. The conquest was chiefly an offensive campaign on the part of the Israelites. In spiritual battles as well as in military the best form of defense is often offensive action against the enemy.

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