Joshua 4:13 Meaning
About forty thousand prepared for war passed over before the LORD unto battle, to the plains of Jericho.
Context Explained
11And it came to pass, when all the people were clean passed over, that the ark of the LORD passed over, and the priests, in the presence of the people.
12And the children of Reuben, and the children of Gad, and half the tribe of Manasseh, passed over armed before the children of Israel, as Moses spake unto them:
13About forty thousand prepared for war passed over before the LORD unto battle, to the plains of Jericho.
14On that day the LORD magnified Joshua in the sight of all Israel; and they feared him, as they feared Moses, all the days of his life.
15And the LORD spake unto Joshua, saying,
Key Themes
Related Cross References
1 Corinthians 16:13
Both verses encourage being strong and courageous in the face of challenges.
Ephesians 6:10
This verse speaks about being strong in the Lord, similar to the preparation for battle in Joshua.
2 Timothy 2:3
Both verses emphasize the need for readiness in spiritual battles.
Source: Joshua 4:13