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Joshua returned, and all Israel with him, to the camp to Gilgal.
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The Strategic and Spiritual Center
Commentators explain that Gilgal was not just a random campsite. It served as Israel's central base of operations, chosen for its strategic location. It was also the spiritual heart of the nation at this time, as it was the location of the tabernacle. The return to Gilgal was a return to both their military and spiritual center.
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19th Century
Anglican
The camp to Gilgal. — A central position, with Jordan and the conquered territory of the two and a half tribes in the rear.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Joshua returned After all these kings and their cities had been taken by him, and not before; though the same is…
Presbyterian
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…
