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By faith, Rahab, the prostitute, didn`t perish with those who were disobedient, having received the spies in peace.
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Grace for the Outsider
Commentators emphasize the significance of Rahab's inclusion. As a Gentile and a woman with an immoral past, she was a complete outsider. Her story powerfully illustrates that faith is the only requirement to be welcomed into God's family. God's grace extends to the most unlikely people, proving that no one is beyond the reach of His salvation, regardless of their background or past sins.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
By faith the harlot Rahab. She resided in Jericho (Joshua 2:1). When Joshua crossed the Jordan, he sent two men as spies to he…
Having received the spies with peace (δεξαμενη τους κατασκοπους μετ' ειρηνης). First aorist middle participle of δεχομα, to welcom…
19th Century
Anglican
That believed not.—Rather, that were disobedient (Hebrews 4:6; Hebrews 4:11). To her and to her countryme…
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Baptist
By faith Joseph, when he died, made mention of the departing of the children of Israel; and gave commandment concerning his bones. By faith Mos…
Rahab the prostitute seems at first sight an unlikely example of faith. But she was highly regarded among both Jews and Christians. According to Je…
16th Century
Protestant
By faith the harlot Rahab, etc. Although at first glance, this example may seem, due to the low status of the person, scarcely de…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
By faith the harlot Rahab The Targum on (Joshua 2:1) calls her (atyqdnwp atta
Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau concerning things to come. Present things are not the best things; no one knows love or hatred by having them or lacki…
13th Century
Catholic
After describing Moses’ faith concerning his actions in Egypt, the Apostle now shows what Moses did during the departure from Egypt. In this regard…