Joshua 10:1

"Joshua."

Key Reflection

The opening of Joshua 10:1, simply stating "Joshua," immediately connects this passage to the narrative about Joshua leading the Israelites into Canaan. For the original audience, this name would evoke memories of the Israelite leader who had recently conquered Ai and Jericho, establishing a pattern of military success under his command. This brief reference serves as a bridge, reminding readers of the context in which the events described are unfolding—a narrative rich with divine intervention and strategic victories.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Adoni-zedec -i. e “Lord of righteousness” (compare Melchizedek, “King of righteousness”); probably an official title of the Jebusite kings. Jerusalem -i. e. “foundation of peace,” compareGenesis 14:18. The city belonged to the inheritance of BenjaminJoshua 18:28, but was on the very edge of the territory of JudahJoshua 15:8. Hence, it was the strong and war-like tribe of Judah which eventually captured the lower part of the city, most likely in the days of Joshua’s later conquestsJudges 1:8, and after the warlike strength of the Jebusites had been weakened by the defeat in the open field, recorded in this chapter.

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