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Then Horam king of Gezer came up to help Lachish; and Joshua struck him and his people, until he had left him none remaining.

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A Decisive Defense

Commentators note that Gezer was north of Joshua's main southern campaign. When King Horam intervened to help Lachish, Joshua didn't get sidetracked by attacking Gezer itself. Instead, he swiftly and completely defeated Horam's army, neutralizing the threat before continuing his primary mission. This highlights Joshua's strategic focus and God's help in securing the campaign.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Joshua 10:33

18th Century

Theologian

Gezer lies on the southern border of the tribe of Ephraim (Joshua 16:3). It was considerably north of Joshua’s present line of operatio…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Joshua 10:33

19th Century

Bishop

Gezer is identified as Tell-Jezer or Tel-el-Jezar, about four miles from Amwâs or Emmaus.

John Gill

John Gill

On Joshua 10:33

17th Century

Pastor

Then Horam king of Gezer came up to help Lachish
Perhaps the rather induced to it, because it had no king to defend …

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Joshua 10:28–43

17th Century

Minister

Joshua acted swiftly in taking these cities. See what a great deal of work can be done in a little time, if we are diligent and improve our opportu…