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For we have heard how Yahweh dried up the water of the Red Sea before you, when you came out of Egypt; and what you did to the two kings of the Amorites, who were beyond the Jordan, to Sihon and to Og, whom you utterly destroyed.
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God's Reputation Precedes Him
Commentators note that Rahab recounts events spanning forty years, from the Red Sea crossing to the recent defeat of Sihon and Og. This shows that the fame of God's mighty acts was widespread and enduring, causing fear throughout Canaan long before Israel arrived. God's power and faithfulness to His people were well-known even among their enemies.
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Joshua
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19th Century
Anglican
She said to the men, I know that the Lord has given you the land... The words of this confession are memorable in every w…
16th Century
Protestant
For we have heard how, etc. She mentions, as the special cause of consternation, that the widespread rumor of miracles, previously without…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For we have heard how the Lord dried up the waters of the Red sea for you, when you came out of Egypt
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Presbyterian
Rahab had heard of the miracles the Lord performed for Israel. She believed that His promises would certainly be fulfilled, and His threats take ef…
