En de HEERE gaf hen in de hand van Israel, en zij sloegen hen, en joegen hen na tot groot Sidon toe, en tot Misrefoth-maim, en tot het dal Mizpa tegen het oosten; en zij sloegen hen, totdat zij geen overigen onder hen overlieten.
Wat betekent dit?
This verse describes how God helped the Israelites defeat their enemies, who were chased all the way to different places like great Zidon, Misrephothmaim, and the valley of Mizpeh. They pursued and defeated them completely, leaving no survivors.
Uitgelegd voor kinderen
Imagine if you were playing a game and someone helped you win against all the other players. That's what happened here. God helped the Israelites win their battle and they chased the other team until they won completely.
Historische achtergrond
The book of Joshua was written by Joshua, the leader of the Israelites after Moses, around the 14th century BC. It describes the conquest of Canaan and the division of the land among the tribes of Israel. The audience was the Israelites, and it was meant to remind them of God's power and faithfulness.
Toepassing voor vandaag
In today's context, this verse can remind us that with God's help, we can overcome our challenges, no matter how difficult they seem. It's about trusting in God's strength and guidance to achieve victory.