Joshua 9:14 Meaning
And the men took of their victuals, and asked not counsel at the mouth of the LORD.
Context Explained
12This our bread we took hot for our provision out of our houses on the day we came forth to go unto you; but now, behold, it is dry, and it is mouldy:
13And these bottles of wine, which we filled, were new; and, behold, they be rent: and these our garments and our shoes are become old by reason of the very long journey.
14And the men took of their victuals, and asked not counsel at the mouth of the LORD.
15And Joshua made peace with them, and made a league with them, to let them live: and the princes of the congregation sware unto them.
16And it came to pass at the end of three days after they had made a league with them, that they heard that they were their neighbours, and that they dwelt among them.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
James 1:5
James encourages asking God for wisdom, which Joshua failed to do in this instance.
Proverbs 3:5-6
Trusting in the Lord for guidance contrasts with Joshua's decision without seeking God.
Isaiah 30:1
God warns against seeking counsel without Him, similar to Joshua's actions.
Source: Joshua 9:14