Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The LORD said to Joshua, “Do not be afraid of them; I have given them into your hand. Not one of them will be able to withstand you.” New Living Translation “Do not be afraid of them,” the LORD said to Joshua, “for I have given you victory over them. Not a single one of them will be able to stand up to you.” English Standard Version And the LORD said to Joshua, “Do not fear them, for I have given them into your hands. Not a man of them shall stand before you.” Berean Standard Bible The LORD said to Joshua, “Do not be afraid of them, for I have delivered them into your hand. Not one of them shall stand against you.” King James Bible And the LORD said unto Joshua, Fear them not: for I have delivered them into thine hand; there shall not a man of them stand before thee. New King James Version And the LORD said to Joshua, “Do not fear them, for I have delivered them into your hand; not a man of them shall stand before you.” New American Standard Bible And the LORD said to Joshua, “Do not fear them, for I have handed them over to you; not one of them will stand against you.” NASB 1995 The LORD said to Joshua, “Do not fear them, for I have given them into your hands; not one of them shall stand before you.” NASB 1977 And the LORD said to Joshua, “Do not fear them, for I have given them into your hands; not one of them shall stand before you.” Legacy Standard Bible And Yahweh said to Joshua, “Do not fear them, for I have given them into your hands; not one of them shall stand before you.” Amplified Bible The LORD said to Joshua, “Do not fear them, because I have given them into your hand; not one of them shall stand before you.” Christian Standard Bible The LORD said to Joshua, “Do not be afraid of them, for I have handed them over to you. Not one of them will be able to stand against you.” Holman Christian Standard Bible The LORD said to Joshua, “Do not be afraid of them, for I have handed them over to you. Not one of them will be able to stand against you.” American Standard Version And Jehovah said unto Joshua, Fear them not: for I have delivered them into thy hands; there shall not a man of them stand before thee. Contemporary English Version "Joshua," the LORD said, "don't be afraid of the Amorites. They will run away when you attack, and I will help you defeat them." English Revised Version And the LORD said unto Joshua, Fear them not: for I have delivered them into thine hands; there shall not a man of them stand before thee. GOD'S WORD® Translation The LORD told Joshua, "Don't be afraid of them. I have handed them over to you. None of them can stand up to you." Good News Translation The LORD said to Joshua, "Do not be afraid of them. I have already given you the victory. Not one of them will be able to stand against you." International Standard Version The LORD told Joshua, "Don't fear them, because I have handed them over to you. Not one of them will withstand you." NET Bible The LORD told Joshua, "Don't be afraid of them, for I am handing them over to you. Not one of them can resist you." New Heart English Bible The LORD said to Joshua, "Do not fear them, for I have delivered them into your hands. Not a man of them will stand before you." Webster's Bible Translation And the LORD said to Joshua, Fear them not: for I have delivered them into thy hand; there shall not a man of them stand before thee. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe LORD said to Joshua, “Do not be afraid of them, for I have delivered them into your hand. Not one of them shall stand against you.” World English Bible Yahweh said to Joshua, “Don’t fear them, for I have delivered them into your hands. Not a man of them will stand before you.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd YHWH says to Joshua, “Do not be afraid of them, for I have given them into your hand, there does not stand a man of them in your presence.” Young's Literal Translation And Jehovah saith unto Joshua, 'Be not afraid of them, for into thy hand I have given them, there doth not stand a man of them in thy presence.' Smith's Literal Translation And Jehovah will say to Joshua, Thou shalt not be afraid of them, for into thy hands I gave them; a man of them shall not stand before thee. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the Lord said to Josue: Fear them not: for I have delivered them into thy hands: none of them shall be able to stand against thee. Catholic Public Domain Version And the Lord said to Joshua: “You should not fear them. For I have delivered them into your hands. None of them will be able to withstand you.” New American Bible The LORD said to Joshua: Do not fear them, for I have delivered them into your power. Not one of them will be able to withstand you. New Revised Standard Version The LORD said to Joshua, “Do not fear them, for I have handed them over to you; not one of them shall stand before you.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the LORD said to Joshua, Fear them not; for I have delivered them into your hands; and there shall not a man of them stand before you. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And LORD JEHOVAH said to Yeshua: “You shall not be afraid of them, for into your hands I have delivered them, and none of them is able to stand before you” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the LORD said unto Joshua: 'Fear them not; for I have delivered them into thy hand; there shall not a man of them stand against thee.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And the Lord said to Joshua, Fear them not, for I have delivered them into thy hands; there shall not one of them be left before you. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Day the Sun Stood Still…7So Joshua and his whole army, including all the mighty men of valor, came from Gilgal. 8The LORD said to Joshua, “Do not be afraid of them, for I have delivered them into your hand. Not one of them shall stand against you.” 9After marching all night from Gilgal, Joshua caught them by surprise.… Cross References Deuteronomy 3:22 Do not be afraid of them, for the LORD your God Himself will fight for you.” Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” Deuteronomy 31:8 The LORD Himself goes before you; He will be with you. He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid or discouraged.” Isaiah 41:10 Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:13 For I am the LORD your God, who takes hold of your right hand and tells you: Do not fear, I will help you. Isaiah 43:1 But now, this is what the LORD says—He who created you, O Jacob, and He who formed you, O Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine! Isaiah 43:5 Do not be afraid, for I am with you; I will bring your offspring from the east and gather you from the west. Romans 8:31 What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? Hebrews 13:5-6 Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: “Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.” / So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” 2 Chronicles 20:15 And he said, “Listen, all you people of Judah and Jerusalem! Listen, King Jehoshaphat! This is what the LORD says: ‘Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army, for the battle does not belong to you, but to God. 2 Chronicles 32:7-8 “Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged before the king of Assyria and the vast army with him, for there is a greater One with us than with him. / With him is only the arm of flesh, but with us is the LORD our God to help us and to fight our battles.” So the people were strengthened by the words of Hezekiah king of Judah. Exodus 14:13-14 But Moses told the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the LORD’s salvation, which He will accomplish for you today; for the Egyptians you see today, you will never see again. / The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.” Exodus 23:27 I will send My terror ahead of you and throw into confusion every nation you encounter. I will make all your enemies turn and run. Numbers 14:9 Only do not rebel against the LORD, and do not be afraid of the people of the land, for they will be like bread for us. Their protection has been removed, and the LORD is with us. Do not be afraid of them!” Psalm 27:1 Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread? Treasury of Scripture And the LORD said to Joshua, Fear them not: for I have delivered them into your hand; there shall not a man of them stand before you. Joshua 1:5-9 There shall not any man be able to stand before thee all the days of thy life: as I was with Moses, so I will be with thee: I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee… Joshua 8:1 And the LORD said unto Joshua, Fear not, neither be thou dismayed: take all the people of war with thee, and arise, go up to Ai: see, I have given into thy hand the king of Ai, and his people, and his city, and his land: Joshua 11:6 And the LORD said unto Joshua, Be not afraid because of them: for to morrow about this time will I deliver them up all slain before Israel: thou shalt hough their horses, and burn their chariots with fire. Jump to Previous Able Afraid Delivered Hand Hands Joshua Presence Stand Way WithstandJump to Next Able Afraid Delivered Hand Hands Joshua Presence Stand Way WithstandJoshua 10 1. Five kings war against Gibeon6. Joshua rescues it 10. God fights against them with hailstones 12. The sun and moon stand still at the word of Joshua 16. The five kings are murdered in a cave 22. They are brought forth 24. scornfully used 26. and hanged 28. Seven kings more are conquered 43. Joshua returns to Gilgal The LORD said to Joshua This phrase indicates direct divine communication, emphasizing the personal relationship between God and Joshua. It reflects the continuity of leadership and divine guidance from Moses to Joshua, as seen in Deuteronomy 31:23. This divine assurance is crucial for Joshua's leadership and the Israelites' confidence. Do not be afraid of them for I have delivered them into your hand Not one of them shall stand against you Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORDThe covenant-keeping God of Israel, who speaks directly to Joshua, providing assurance and guidance. 2. Joshua The leader of Israel, successor to Moses, tasked with leading the Israelites into the Promised Land. 3. The Amorites A coalition of five Amorite kings who opposed Israel and were defeated in this campaign. 4. Gibeon A city that made a treaty with Israel and was under threat from the Amorite coalition, prompting Joshua's intervention. 5. The Battle A miraculous victory for Israel, where God intervened by causing confusion among the Amorites and extending the day. Teaching Points Divine AssuranceGod's promises are reliable. Just as He assured Joshua of victory, believers can trust in God's promises for their lives. Courage in Leadership Joshua's leadership was marked by obedience and courage, qualities essential for anyone in a position of influence. God's Sovereignty The victory over the Amorites demonstrates God's control over all circumstances, encouraging believers to trust in His sovereignty. Faith in Action Joshua's response to God's command was immediate and decisive, illustrating the importance of acting on faith. Spiritual Warfare The battle against the Amorites can be seen as a metaphor for spiritual battles, where believers must rely on God's strength and promises. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 10:8?2. How does Joshua 10:8 demonstrate God's promise of victory to His people? 3. What can we learn about God's faithfulness from Joshua 10:8? 4. How does Joshua 10:8 connect to Romans 8:31 about God being for us? 5. How can we apply "Do not be afraid" from Joshua 10:8 in our lives? 6. In what ways does Joshua 10:8 encourage trust in God's plans and timing? 7. How does Joshua 10:8 demonstrate God's sovereignty in battles? 8. What historical evidence supports the events described in Joshua 10:8? 9. How does Joshua 10:8 reflect God's promise to Israel? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 10? 11. Why does the Bible record the Earth stopping its rotation (Joshua 10) without global catastrophic consequences? 12. How does Joshua 23:5’s promise of complete conquest align with later biblical texts showing ongoing battles and incomplete occupation of Canaan? 13. Joshua 18:10 - Does relying on casting lots for land distribution conflict with claims of divine guidance in other parts of the Bible? 14. How does Deuteronomy 10:8's statement that Levi had no land inheritance align with inherited lands described in other biblical texts? What Does Joshua 10:8 Mean The LORD said to Joshua• The initiative is God’s. Before Joshua draws a sword, the LORD—the same One who spoke to Moses (Exodus 3:14; Joshua 1:1, 5)—speaks directly, making the coming battle a matter of divine decree rather than human strategy. • Personal guidance underscores ongoing covenant faithfulness: “As I was with Moses, so I will be with you” (Joshua 1:5). • God’s word is the hinge of the narrative; when He speaks, events unfold exactly as promised (Isaiah 55:11). Do not be afraid of them • Five Amorite kings have pooled their armies (Joshua 10:5); fear would be natural. God counters that instinct with a clear command. • Similar calls to courage frame Israel’s history: “Do not be afraid; stand firm” (Exodus 14:13); “Be strong and courageous” (Joshua 1:9). • Fear melts when focus shifts from enemies to the LORD, “my light and my salvation” (Psalm 27:1). For I have delivered them into your hand • The past‐tense promise precedes the battle, revealing God’s sovereignty. He speaks of victory as already accomplished (Romans 4:17). • Israel’s role is active obedience—marching all night and striking hard (Joshua 10:9)—yet success rests on the LORD who “goes with you to fight for you and give you victory” (Deuteronomy 20:4). • This pattern recurs: Gideon (Judges 7:9), David (1 Samuel 17:47), and ultimately believers who are “more than conquerors through Him” (Romans 8:37). Not one of them shall stand against you • The promise is total. It echoes, “No one shall be able to stand against you all the days of your life” (Joshua 1:5) and foreshadows the sweeping rout where hailstones and prolonged daylight secure Israel’s win (Joshua 10:11-13). • God does not pledge survival alone but overwhelming triumph: “No weapon formed against you shall prosper” (Isaiah 54:17). • Such certainty gives courage for every battle believers face, “If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Romans 8:31). summary Joshua 10:8 is God’s four-part guarantee: He speaks, removes fear, assures victory already secured, and promises absolute dominance over the enemy. Trusting that word, Joshua moves forward and discovers each syllable fulfilled. The same LORD still speaks, still conquers fear, still delivers, and still ensures that no foe can finally stand against those who follow Him. (8) And the Lord said unto Joshua.--A distinct command is given for the commencement of this attack, as for all the important steps in the conquest of Canaan.Verse 8. - Fear not. The key-note of Joshua's career, as of the career of every soldier of God (see Joshua 1:9; Joshua 11:6).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The LORDיְהוָ֤ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel said וַיֹּ֨אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to Joshua, יְהוֹשֻׁ֙עַ֙ (yə·hō·wō·šu·a‘) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3091: Joshua -- 'the LORD is salvation', Moses' successor, also the name of a number of Israelites “Do not אַל־ (’al-) Adverb Strong's 408: Not be afraid תִּירָ֣א (tî·rā) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 3372: To fear, to revere, caus, to frighten of them, מֵהֶ֔ם (mê·hem) Preposition-m | Pronoun - third person masculine plural Strong's 1992: They for כִּ֥י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction I have given them נְתַתִּ֑ים (nə·ṯat·tîm) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular | third person masculine plural Strong's 5414: To give, put, set into your hands. בְיָדְךָ֖ (ḇə·yā·ḏə·ḵā) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 3027: A hand Not לֹֽא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no one אִ֛ישׁ (’îš) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person of them מֵהֶ֖ם (mê·hem) Preposition-m | Pronoun - third person masculine plural Strong's 1992: They shall stand יַעֲמֹ֥ד (ya·‘ă·mōḏ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5975: To stand, in various relations against you.” בְּפָנֶֽיךָ׃ (bə·p̄ā·ne·ḵā) Preposition-b | Noun - common plural construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 6440: The face Links Joshua 10:8 NIVJoshua 10:8 NLT Joshua 10:8 ESV Joshua 10:8 NASB Joshua 10:8 KJV Joshua 10:8 BibleApps.com Joshua 10:8 Biblia Paralela Joshua 10:8 Chinese Bible Joshua 10:8 French Bible Joshua 10:8 Catholic Bible OT History: Joshua 10:8 Yahweh said to Joshua Don't fear them (Josh. 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