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For Joshua didn`t draw back his hand, with which he stretched out the javelin, until he had utterly destroyed all the inhabitants of Ai.
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The Spear of Faith
Commentators explain that Joshua holding the spear was not merely a military tactic but a profound act of faith. Similar to Moses holding up his hands in the battle against Amalek, Joshua's unwavering posture served as a visible sign of complete dependence on God, directing all glory for the victory to Him alone.
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16th Century
Protestant
For Joshua drew not his hand back, etc. As by raising the spear he gave a sign and pledge of hope, as it were, from heaven, he did not cea…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For Joshua drew not his hand back wherewith he stretched out his spear But continued …
Presbyterian
God, the righteous Judge, had sentenced the Canaanites for their wickedness; the Israelites only executed his doom. None of their conduct can be dr…
