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Nevertheless my brothers who went up with me made the heart of the people melt; but I wholly followed Yahweh my God.
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The Contagion of Fear
Commentators emphasize the contrast between Caleb and the other spies. While the others caused the people's hearts to "melt" with fear through their discouraging report, Caleb stood firm. This highlights how fear-based perspectives can demoralize a community, while faith-filled conviction stands in courageous opposition.
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Joshua
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Reformed Baptist
Nevertheless, my brethren that went up with me Meaning the rest of the spies, excepting Joshua, that went up with hi…
Presbyterian
Caleb's request is, Give me this mountain, or Hebron, because it was formerly in God's promise to him, and he would let Israel know how mu…