Joshua 2:17
And the men said unto her, We will be blameless of this thine oath which thou hast made us swear.
Original Language Analysis
הָֽאֲנָשִׁ֑ים
H376
הָֽאֲנָשִׁ֑ים
Strong's:
H376
Word #:
3 of 9
a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)
מִשְּׁבֻֽעָתֵ֥ךְ
of this thine oath
H7621
מִשְּׁבֻֽעָתֵ֥ךְ
of this thine oath
Strong's:
H7621
Word #:
6 of 9
properly, something sworn, i.e., an oath
הַזֶּ֖ה
H2088
Cross References
Numbers 30:2If a man vow a vow unto the LORD, or swear an oath to bind his soul with a bond; he shall not break his word, he shall do according to all that proceedeth out of his mouth.2 Samuel 21:7But the king spared Mephibosheth, the son of Jonathan the son of Saul, because of the LORD'S oath that was between them, between David and Jonathan the son of Saul.
Historical Context
This verse appears in the Jordan crossing narrative, one of Joshua's most significant events demonstrating God's power and faithfulness in bringing Israel into the Promised Land.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this passage demonstrate God's faithfulness to His covenant promises?
- What application does this truth have for your walk with Christ today?
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Analysis & Commentary
The spies' conditional oath 'when we come into the land' establishes terms for promise fulfillment. Rahab must display the scarlet cord for protection.