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It happened at the time of the going down of the sun, that Joshua commanded, and they took them down off the trees, and cast them into the cave in which they had hidden themselves, and laid great stones on the mouth of the cave, to this very day.

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Obedience Amidst Victory

Commentators point out that Joshua's command to take the bodies down at sunset was not a random act but direct obedience to God's law in Deuteronomy 21:23. This law required hanged bodies to be removed before nightfall to avoid defiling the land. Joshua's careful adherence, even after a major victory, shows his commitment to honoring God's commands in every detail.

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John Gill

John Gill

On Joshua 10:27

17th Century

Pastor

And it came to pass, at the time of the going down of the
sun
Which was the time fixe…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Joshua 10:15–27

17th Century

Minister

None moved his tongue against any of the children of Israel. This shows their perfect safety. The kings were called to an account, as rebels agains…

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