Joshua 11:8

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَنَصَرَ اللهُ إسْرَائِيلَ عَلَيْهِمْ، فَهَاجَمُوهُمْ وَطَارَدُوهُمْ إلَى صَيدُونَ العَظِيمَةَ وَمِسْرَفُوتَ مَايِمَ، وَإلَى وَادِي المِصْفَاةِ فِي الشَّرقِ. وَاستَمَرُّوا فِي مُهَاجَمَتِهِمْ حَتَّى لَمْ يَبْقَ أحَدٌ مِنْهُمْ حَيًّا.

What Does This Mean?

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.

Explained for Children

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.

Historical Background

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.

Living It Out Today

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.

Topics

• faith
• victory
• God's power
• Israelites
• conquest
• trust

Related Verses

• Exodus 14:13-14
• Deuteronomy 7:17-18
• 2 Chronicles 20:17
• Psalm 18:35-36
• Romans 8:37

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean that 'the LORD delivered them into the hand of Israel?'

It means that God helped the Israelites defeat their enemies by making it easier for them to win the battle.

What is the significance of the places mentioned in the verse?

The places mentioned show the extent to which the Israelites chased and defeated their enemies, indicating a complete victory over a large area.

How can we apply this verse to our lives today?

We can apply this verse by trusting in God's power to help us overcome obstacles and challenges, just as He helped the Israelites in their battles.

What can we learn about God from this verse?

We learn that God is powerful and helps those who trust in Him, especially in difficult situations and battles.