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all the inhabitants of the hill-country from Lebanon to Misrephoth-maim, even all the Sidonians; them will I drive out from before the children of Israel: only allot you it to Israel for an inheritance, as I have commanded you.

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Act on God's Promise

Commentators like Calvin and Henry highlight a key principle: God commands Joshua to divide the land before it is fully conquered. This was an act of faith, proceeding as if God's promise was already a reality. For believers, this teaches us to obey God's commands now, trusting that He will handle the obstacles and secure the victory in His time.

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Joshua

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Joshua 13:6

18th Century

Theologian

The King James Version would convey its meaning more clearly if the words from the beginning of Joshua 13:2 to the Sidonians in this verse…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Joshua 13:1–7

19th Century

Bishop

(Joshua 13:1–14).

(b) According to its boundaries.

Joshua was old and stricken in years. —Rather, he…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Joshua 13:6

16th Century

Theologian

All the inhabitants of the hill country, etc., Joshua is again admonished, though the Israelites do not yet possess those regions, not to …

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John Gill

John Gill

On Joshua 13:6

17th Century

Pastor

All the inhabitants of the hill country
Not in Judea, but in and about Lebanon, as follows:

from …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Joshua 13:1–6

17th Century

Minister

This chapter begins the account of dividing the land of Canaan among the tribes of Israel by lot, a narrative showing the fulfillment of the promis…