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and that you will save alive my father, and my mother, and my brothers, and my sisters, and all that they have, and will deliver our lives from death.
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Faith Includes Family
Commentators highlight that Rahab's first concern after her own safety is for her entire family: parents, siblings, and all they have. This deep care for her relatives, despite her societal status, is seen as a mark of genuine character. Scholars note that those who are truly aware of their own need for salvation often become deeply concerned for the salvation of their loved ones.
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Joshua
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19th Century
Anglican
Save alive my father, and my mother, and my brethren, and my sisters. —Whatever Rahab may have been herself, her acknowle…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And [that] ye will save alive my father, and my mother, and my brethren, and my sisters
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…
