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Joshua did to them as Yahweh bade him: he hamstrung their horses, and burnt their chariots with fire.
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Obedience Over Advantage
Commentators highlight that Joshua's destruction of the horses and chariots was an act of radical obedience. Instead of keeping these valuable military assets for Israel's future use, he followed God's specific command. This demonstrates that faithfulness to God is more important than worldly or strategic advantage.
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19th Century
Anglican
He houghed their horses. —In what particular way this was done we are not informed; we cannot, therefore, be certain whet…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Joshua did unto them as the Lord bade him Namely, in the following instances:
he houghed thei…
Presbyterian
The wonders God performed for the Israelites were intended to encourage them to act vigorously themselves. Similarly, the war against Satan's kingd…
