EXPOSITION
THE VICTORY.—
JOSHUA 6:1
This verse (see above) is parenthetical. It explains why the captain
of the Lord's host appeared unto Joshua. The inhabitants of Jericho,
though in a state of the utmost alarm, were nevertheless fully on
their guard against the children of Israel. The commenceme... [ Continue Reading ]
EXPOSITION
RAHAB'S DELIVERANCE. THE CURSE ON JERICHO.—
JOSHUA 6:22
HAD SAID. Here we have an instance of the use of the perfect as a
pluperfect. We can hardly suppose, as Keil observes, that Joshua gave
these orders in the midst of the turmoil and confusion attendant on
the sack of the city (see a... [ Continue Reading ]