What does Joshua 6:1 mean?

Joshua 6:1 highlights themes such as preparation, faith, obstacle when read in context.

How should I apply Joshua 6:1 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Now Jericho was straitly shut up because of the children of Israel: none went out, and none came in.

1Now Jericho was straitly shut up because of the children of Israel: none went out, and none came in.

2And the LORD said unto Joshua, See, I have given into thine hand Jericho, and the king thereof, and the mighty men of valour.

3And ye shall compass the city, all ye men of war, and go round about the city once. Thus shalt thou do six days.

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Hebrews 11:30
This verse discusses faith in the context of Jericho's walls falling.
Matthew 17:20
Both verses highlight faith overcoming barriers.
1 John 5:4
This verse emphasizes victory through faith, similar to Israel's situation.