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The Importance of Strategy
Commentators explain that this verse marks the beginning of Joshua's specific, strategic plan for taking Ai. The command for the ambush force to stay close and be ready highlights the importance of careful planning and tactical execution. This was not a rash attack but a calculated military operation.
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Joshua
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Charles Ellicott
On Joshua 8:4–8
19th Century
Bishop
Joshua’s general plan of operations is stated in these verses. The following verses explain how it was worked out.
John Gill
On Joshua 8:4
17th Century
Pastor
And he commanded them, saying
At the time he sent them away;
behold, you shall lie in wait agains…
Matthew Henry
On Joshua 8:3–22
17th Century
Minister
Observe Joshua's conduct and prudence. Those who would maintain their spiritual conflicts must not love their ease. Probably he went into the valle…