Joshua 2:24

Authorized King James Version

And they said unto Joshua, Truly the LORD hath delivered into our hands all the land; for even all the inhabitants of the country do faint because of us.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַיֹּֽאמְרוּ֙

H559

And they said

to say (used with great latitude)

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

יְהוֹשֻׁ֔עַ

H3091

unto Joshua

jehoshua (i.e., joshua), the jewish leader

כִּֽי

H3588

Truly

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

נָתַ֧ן

H5414

hath delivered

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

יְהוָ֛ה

H3068

the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

בְּיָדֵ֖נוּ

H3027

into our hands

a hand (the open one [indicating power, means, direction, etc.], in distinction from h3709, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great v

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

כָּל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

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הָאָ֖רֶץ

H776

all the land

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

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וְגַם

H1571

properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and

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נָמֹ֛גוּ

H4127

do faint

to melt, i.e., literally (to soften, flow down, disappear), or figuratively (to fear, faint)

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כָּל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

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יֹֽשְׁבֵ֥י

H3427

for even all the inhabitants

properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry

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הָאָ֖רֶץ

H776

all the land

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

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מִפָּנֵֽינוּ׃

H6440

because

the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi

Analysis

Within the broader context of Joshua, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of divine sovereignty connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine sovereignty, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Joshua.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine sovereignty. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?

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