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Joshua 2:18 Β· KJV

"Behold, when we come into the land, thou shalt bind this line of scarlet thread in the window which thou didst let us down by: and thou shalt bring thy father, and thy mother, and thy brethren, and all thy father's household, home unto thee."

King James Version

What does Joshua 2:18 mean? β†’

Passage Context

16And she said unto them, Get you to the mountain, lest the pursuers meet you; and hide yourselves there three days, until the pursuers be returned: and afterward may ye go your way.
17And the men said unto her, We will be blameless of this thine oath which thou hast made us swear.
18Behold, when we come into the land, thou shalt bind this line of scarlet thread in the window which thou didst let us down by: and thou shalt bring thy father, and thy mother, and thy brethren, and all thy father's household, home unto thee.
19And it shall be, that whosoever shall go out of the doors of thy house into the street, his blood shall be upon his head, and we will be guiltless: and whosoever shall be with thee in the house, his blood shall be on our head, if any hand be upon him.
20And if thou utter this our business, then we will be quit of thine oath which thou hast made us to swear.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does the scarlet thread represent in your life?

2

How do you share your faith with your family?

3

When have you felt protected in a difficult situation?

Life Application

family

Think about ways to involve your family in your faith journey.

faith

Consider how you can create symbols of faith in your home.

Places in This Verse

Jericho(Jericho today)

An ancient city known for its historical significance in the Israelite conquest, situated near the Jordan River.

Connection to Jesus

typology

The scarlet thread symbolizes the blood of Christ, which brings salvation and redemption to those who believe.

See also: 1 Peter 1:18-19

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