Joshua 10:21

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

عَادَ جَيْشُ إسْرَائِيلَ بِسَلَامٍ وَأمَانٍ إلَى يَشُوعَ فِي المُخَيَّمِ فِي مَقِّيدَةَ. وَلَمْ يَجْرُؤ أحَدٌ أنْ يَتَكَلَّمَ ضِدَّهُمْ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes how the Israelites returned safely to Joshua at Makkedah after a battle. No one complained or criticized the actions of the Israelites. It shows unity and trust in Joshua's leadership.

Explained for Children

Imagine you and your friends are playing a big game and you win. Then, you all return home safely and no one says anything mean about how you played. It's like everyone is happy and gets along well.

Historical Background

The Book of Joshua was likely written by Joshua himself or a scribe shortly after his time. It was written for the Israelites as they settled into the Promised Land, describing their military campaigns and conquests. The cultural context is one of military victory and settlement.

Living It Out Today

In a workplace, if a team successfully completes a big project, and everyone returns to the office feeling positive and without any complaints, it reflects unity and trust among team members, much like the Israelites returning to Joshua.

Topics

• unity
• trust
• victory
• leadership
• loyalty
• faith

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 20:1-4
• Joshua 6:27
• 1 Samuel 18:1-3
• 1 Corinthians 12:25-27
• Hebrews 13:17

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this verse say about Joshua's leadership?

This verse suggests that Joshua was a respected leader whose decisions and guidance were trusted by the people, leading to their successful return without any conflict.

How does this verse relate to modern teamwork?

It shows how a team can work together successfully and return in peace, reflecting the importance of unity and mutual respect in achieving common goals.

Why is the peace mentioned important?

The peace mentioned highlights the absence of conflict and the unity among the Israelites, showing the positive outcome of following Joshua's leadership.

What can we learn about trust from this verse?

This verse illustrates the importance of trust within a group, where members rely on each other and their leader, resulting in a successful and peaceful outcome.