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Joshua commanded the people, saying, You shall not shout, nor let your voice be heard, neither shall any word proceed out of your mouth, until the day I bid you shout; then shall you shout.
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The Purpose of Silence
Commentators explain that Joshua's command for silence was not arbitrary. It fostered a solemn, reverent atmosphere appropriate for the presence of the Ark of the Covenant. This quiet obedience demonstrated respect for God's impending, miraculous work and also served a practical purpose: it prevented the Israelites from being ridiculed by their enemies if they celebrated prematurely.
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Reformed Baptist
And Joshua had commanded the people When he gave them their orders to pass on, and compass the city, ([Reference Jos…
Presbyterian
Wherever the ark went, the people attended it. God's ministers, by the trumpet of the everlasting gospel, which proclaims liberty and victory, must…
