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Joshua 6:23 · KJV

"And the young men that were spies went in, and brought out Rahab, and her father, and her mother, and her brethren, and all that she had; and they brought out all her kindred, and left them without the camp of Israel."

King James Version

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Passage Context

21And they utterly destroyed all that was in the city, both man and woman, young and old, and ox, and sheep, and ass, with the edge of the sword.
22But Joshua had said unto the two men that had spied out the country, Go into the harlot's house, and bring out thence the woman, and all that she hath, as ye sware unto her.
23And the young men that were spies went in, and brought out Rahab, and her father, and her mother, and her brethren, and all that she had; and they brought out all her kindred, and left them without the camp of Israel.
24And they burnt the city with fire, and all that was therein: only the silver, and the gold, and the vessels of brass and of iron, they put into the treasury of the house of the LORD.
25And Joshua saved Rahab the harlot alive, and her father's household, and all that she had; and she dwelleth in Israel even unto this day; because she hid the messengers, which Joshua sent to spy out Jericho.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to opportunities to help others?

2

What does it mean for you to show faith in difficult situations?

3

When have you acted courageously for someone else's benefit?

Life Application

relationships

Building relationships with those who are different can lead to unexpected blessings.

faith

Your faith can have a lasting impact on others, just as Rahab's did.

People in This Verse

RahabBoth

Rahab was a Canaanite woman who played a crucial role in the Israelite conquest of Jericho. Her faith and actions led to her salvation and inclusion in the genealogy of Christ.

First appearance: Joshua 2:1

Places in This Verse

Jericho(Jericho today)

Jericho is known for its ancient walls and strategic location. It was the first city conquered by the Israelites in Canaan.

Connection to Jesus

typology

Rahab's rescue from destruction symbolizes the salvation offered through faith in Jesus.

See also: Hebrews 11:31

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