Joshua 23:2

"After many days, when the LORD had given rest to Israel from their enemies all around, and Joshua was old and well advanced in years,"

Key Reflection

This verse signifies the end of a significant era for Israel under Joshua's leadership, highlighting both temporal peace and Joshua's own aging. The rest from enemies symbolizes spiritual and physical security, while noting Joshua’s advanced age hints at the transition to a new chapter in Israel's history.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

All Israel, and for their elders -Omit “and,” which is not in the Hebrew. The meaning is that Joshua summoned to him all Israel as represented by its elders, etc.Deuteronomy 1:15. This gathering probably took place at the tabernacle at Shiloh.

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