Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Joshua took all these royal cities and their kings and put them to the sword. He totally destroyed them, as Moses the servant of the LORD had commanded. New Living Translation Joshua slaughtered all the other kings and their people, completely destroying them, just as Moses, the servant of the LORD, had commanded. English Standard Version And all the cities of those kings, and all their kings, Joshua captured, and struck them with the edge of the sword, devoting them to destruction, just as Moses the servant of the LORD had commanded. Berean Standard Bible Joshua captured all these kings and their cities and put them to the sword. He devoted them to destruction, as Moses the LORD’s servant had commanded. King James Bible And all the cities of those kings, and all the kings of them, did Joshua take, and smote them with the edge of the sword, and he utterly destroyed them, as Moses the servant of the LORD commanded. New King James Version So all the cities of those kings, and all their kings, Joshua took and struck with the edge of the sword. He utterly destroyed them, as Moses the servant of the LORD had commanded. New American Standard Bible Joshua captured all the cities of these kings, and all their kings; and he struck them with the edge of the sword and utterly destroyed them, just as Moses the servant of the LORD had commanded. NASB 1995 Joshua captured all the cities of these kings, and all their kings, and he struck them with the edge of the sword, and utterly destroyed them; just as Moses the servant of the LORD had commanded. NASB 1977 And Joshua captured all the cities of these kings, and all their kings, and he struck them with the edge of the sword, and utterly destroyed them; just as Moses the servant of the LORD had commanded. Legacy Standard Bible And Joshua captured all the cities of these kings and all their kings, and he struck them with the edge of the sword, and he devoted them to destruction, just as Moses the servant of Yahweh had commanded. Amplified Bible Joshua captured all the cities of these kings, and all their kings, and he struck them with the edge of the sword, utterly destroying them, just as Moses the servant of the LORD had commanded. Christian Standard Bible Joshua captured all these kings and their cities and struck them down with the sword. He completely destroyed them, as Moses the LORD’s servant had commanded. Holman Christian Standard Bible Joshua captured all these kings and their cities and struck them down with the sword. He completely destroyed them, as Moses the LORD’s servant had commanded. American Standard Version And all the cities of those kings, and all the kings of them, did Joshua take, and he smote them with the edge of the sword, and utterly destroyed them; as Moses the servant of Jehovah commanded. English Revised Version And all the cities of those kings, and all the kings of them, did Joshua take, and he smote them with the edge of the sword, and utterly destroyed them; as Moses the servant of the LORD commanded. GOD'S WORD® Translation So Joshua captured all these cities and their kings. He claimed them for the LORD by destroying them, as the LORD's servant Moses had commanded him. Good News Translation Joshua captured all these cities and their kings, putting everyone to death, just as Moses, the LORD's servant, had commanded. International Standard Version So Joshua captured and annihilated all of these cities, along with their kings, completely destroying them, just as Moses the servant of the LORD had commanded. NET Bible Joshua captured all these royal cities and all their kings and annihilated them with the sword, as Moses the LORD's servant had commanded. New Heart English Bible Joshua captured all the cities of those kings, with their kings, and he struck them with the edge of the sword, and utterly destroyed them; as Moses the servant of the LORD commanded. Webster's Bible Translation And all the cities of those kings, and all the kings of them, Joshua took, and smote them with the edge of the sword, and he utterly destroyed them, as Moses the servant of the LORD commanded. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleJoshua captured all these kings and their cities and put them to the sword. He devoted them to destruction, as Moses the LORD’s servant had commanded. World English Bible Joshua captured all the cities of those kings, with their kings, and he struck them with the edge of the sword, and utterly destroyed them, as Moses the servant of Yahweh commanded. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand all the cities of these kings, and all their kings, Joshua has captured, and he strikes them by the mouth of the sword; he devoted them, as Moses, servant of YHWH, commanded. Young's Literal Translation and all the cities of these kings, and all their kings, hath Joshua captured, and he smiteth them by the mouth of the sword; he devoted them, as Moses, servant of Jehovah, commanded. Smith's Literal Translation And all the cities of these kings and all their kingdoms Joshua took, and he will smite them with the mouth of the sword, exterminating them, as Moses the servant of Jehovah commanded. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he took and put to the sword and destroyed all the cities round about, and their kings, as Moses the servant of God had commanded him. Catholic Public Domain Version And he seized, struck, and destroyed all the surrounding cities and their kings, just as Moses, the servant of God, had instructed him. New American Bible All the cities of those kings, and the kings themselves, Joshua captured and put to the sword, carrying out the ban on them, as Moses, the servant of the LORD, had commanded. New Revised Standard Version And all the towns of those kings, and all their kings, Joshua took, and struck them with the edge of the sword, utterly destroying them, as Moses the servant of the LORD had commanded. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd all the cities of those kings, and all their kings, Joshua took and smote them with the edge of the sword, and utterly destroyed them, as Moses the servant of the LORD had commanded him. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Yeshua conquered all these cities of these Kings, and their Kings, and destroyed them by the mouth of the sword, just as Moshe the Servant of LORD JEHOVAH had commanded him OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And all the cities of those kings, and all the kings of them, did Joshua take, and he smote them with the edge of the sword, and utterly destroyed them; as Moses the servant of the LORD commanded. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Joshua took all the cities of the kingdoms, and their kings, and slew them with the edge of the sword; and utterly slew them, as Moses the servant of the Lord commanded. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Conquest of the Northern Cities…11The Israelites put everyone in Hazor to the sword, devoting them to destruction. Nothing that breathed remained, and Joshua burned down Hazor itself. 12 Joshua captured all these kings and their cities and put them to the sword. He devoted them to destruction, as Moses the LORD’s servant had commanded. 13Yet Israel did not burn any of the cities built on their mounds, except Hazor, which Joshua burned.… Cross References Deuteronomy 7:2 and when the LORD your God has delivered them over to you to defeat them, then you must devote them to complete destruction. Make no treaty with them and show them no mercy. Deuteronomy 20:16-17 However, in the cities of the nations that the LORD your God is giving you as an inheritance, you must not leave alive anything that breathes. / For you must devote them to complete destruction—the Hittites, Amorites, Canaanites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites—as the LORD your God has commanded you, Joshua 10:40 So Joshua conquered the whole region—the hill country, the Negev, the foothills, and the slopes, together with all their kings—leaving no survivors. He devoted to destruction everything that breathed, just as the LORD, the God of Israel, had commanded. Joshua 12:7-24 And these are the kings of the land that Joshua and the Israelites conquered beyond the Jordan to the west, from Baal-gad in the Valley of Lebanon to Mount Halak, which rises toward Seir (according to the allotments to the tribes of Israel, Joshua gave them as an inheritance / the hill country, the foothills, the Arabah, the slopes, the wilderness, and the Negev—the lands of the Hittites, Amorites, Canaanites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites): / the king of Jericho, one; the king of Ai, which is near Bethel, one; ... Judges 1:8 Then the men of Judah fought against Jerusalem and captured it. They put the city to the sword and set it on fire. 1 Samuel 15:3 Now go and attack the Amalekites and devote to destruction all that belongs to them. Do not spare them, but put to death men and women, children and infants, oxen and sheep, camels and donkeys.’” 1 Kings 9:21 their descendants who remained in the land, those whom the Israelites were unable to devote to destruction—Solomon conscripted these people to be forced laborers, as they are to this day. 2 Kings 17:18 So the LORD was very angry with Israel, and He removed them from His presence. Only the tribe of Judah remained, 2 Chronicles 8:7-8 As for all the people who remained of the Hittites, Amorites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites (these people were not Israelites)— / their descendants who remained in the land, those whom the Israelites had not destroyed—Solomon conscripted these people to be forced laborers, as they are to this day. Nehemiah 9:24 So their descendants went in and possessed the land; You subdued before them the Canaanites dwelling in the land. You delivered into their hands the kings and peoples of the land, to do with them as they wished. Psalm 106:34 They did not destroy the peoples as the LORD had commanded them, Acts 13:19 And having vanquished seven nations in Canaan, He gave their land to His people as an inheritance. Hebrews 11:30-31 By faith the walls of Jericho fell, after the people had marched around them for seven days. / By faith the prostitute Rahab, because she welcomed the spies in peace, did not perish with those who were disobedient. Romans 8:37 No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. 1 Corinthians 15:57 But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ! Treasury of Scripture And all the cities of those kings, and all the kings of them, did Joshua take, and smote them with the edge of the sword, and he utterly destroyed them, as Moses the servant of the LORD commanded. all the Joshua 10:28,30,32,35,37,39,40 And that day Joshua took Makkedah, and smote it with the edge of the sword, and the king thereof he utterly destroyed, them, and all the souls that were therein; he let none remain: and he did to the king of Makkedah as he did unto the king of Jericho… as Moses Joshua 11:15 As the LORD commanded Moses his servant, so did Moses command Joshua, and so did Joshua; he left nothing undone of all that the LORD commanded Moses. Joshua 8:8,31 And it shall be, when ye have taken the city, that ye shall set the city on fire: according to the commandment of the LORD shall ye do. See, I have commanded you… Joshua 9:24 And they answered Joshua, and said, Because it was certainly told thy servants, how that the LORD thy God commanded his servant Moses to give you all the land, and to destroy all the inhabitants of the land from before you, therefore we were sore afraid of our lives because of you, and have done this thing. Jump to Previous Captured Cities Commanded Destroyed Destroying Devoted Edge Joshua Kings Moses Mouth Servant Smiteth Smote Struck Sword Totally Towns UtterlyJump to Next Captured Cities Commanded Destroyed Destroying Devoted Edge Joshua Kings Moses Mouth Servant Smiteth Smote Struck Sword Totally Towns UtterlyJoshua 11 1. Diverse kings overcome at the waters of Merom10. Hazor is taken and burnt 16. All the country taken by Joshua 21. The Anakims cut off 23. The land rests from war Joshua captured all these kings and their cities This phrase highlights Joshua's role as a military leader and the fulfillment of God's promise to give the Israelites the land of Canaan. The capture of the kings and their cities signifies the conquest of the northern coalition of Canaanite kings, which is a continuation of the campaign that began in the southern region. This conquest is a testament to God's faithfulness in delivering the land to Israel as promised to Abraham (Genesis 15:18-21). The cities mentioned were strategically important, and their capture ensured control over the region. and put them to the sword. He devoted them to destruction, as Moses the LORD’s servant had commanded. Persons / Places / Events 1. JoshuaThe central figure in this passage, Joshua is the leader of the Israelites following Moses. He is tasked with leading the Israelites into the Promised Land and executing God's commands. 2. Royal Cities These are the cities ruled by kings in the land of Canaan. They represent the strongholds of the Canaanite peoples that Joshua and the Israelites are commanded to conquer. 3. Kings The rulers of the Canaanite cities who opposed Israel. Their defeat signifies the fulfillment of God's promise to give the land to the Israelites. 4. Moses The servant of the LORD who led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Law from God. He commanded the Israelites to conquer the land as part of God's covenant. 5. Devotion to Destruction This term refers to the complete destruction of the Canaanite cities and peoples as an act of divine judgment and obedience to God's command. Teaching Points Obedience to God's CommandsJoshua's actions demonstrate the importance of obedience to God's commands, even when they are difficult or involve significant challenges. God's Sovereignty and Judgment The destruction of the Canaanite cities serves as a reminder of God's sovereignty and His right to execute judgment on nations. Faith and Leadership Joshua's leadership is marked by faith in God's promises and commands, setting an example for believers to follow in trusting and leading according to God's will. The Fulfillment of God's Promises The conquest of the land is a fulfillment of God's promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, showing that God is faithful to His word. The Seriousness of Sin The complete destruction of the Canaanites underscores the seriousness of sin and the need for holiness among God's people. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 11:12?2. How does Joshua 11:12 demonstrate God's command to conquer and destroy cities? 3. What can we learn about obedience from Joshua's actions in Joshua 11:12? 4. How does Joshua 11:12 connect with God's promises in Deuteronomy 7:2? 5. How can we apply Joshua's faithfulness in Joshua 11:12 to our lives today? 6. What does Joshua 11:12 teach about God's sovereignty in fulfilling His plans? 7. How does Joshua 11:12 align with God's nature of love and justice? 8. What archaeological evidence supports the conquests described in Joshua 11:12? 9. How should Christians interpret the destruction commanded in Joshua 11:12? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 11? 11. Who were the believers in the Old Testament? 12. How can Moses's raised hands alone affect the outcome of a battle (Exodus 17:11)? 13. Why does Jacob's claim of seeing God 'face to face' (Gen. 32:30) not conflict with John 1:18, which says no one has ever seen God? 14. How does the absolute obedience in Joshua 11:12-15 align with prior instructions about sparing certain peoples? What Does Joshua 11:12 Mean Joshua captured all these kings- Joshua’s success flows from God’s promise in Joshua 1:5, 9 that no one would stand against Israel and that the Lord would be with Joshua wherever he went, echoing the earlier conquest guarantees in Deuteronomy 7:17-24. - The “kings” are the coalition leaders listed in Joshua 11:1-5; their defeat fulfills God’s assurance in Exodus 23:27-31 that Israel would conquer the land little by little under divine direction. - The victory shows that obedience brings the realization of God’s covenant promises first given to Abraham (Genesis 15:18-21) and reiterated to Moses (Deuteronomy 11:23-25). and their cities - Taking the cities means securing the strategic centers of Canaan, just as Deuteronomy 6:10-11 foretold Israel would inherit “cities you did not build.” - It underscores that the conquest was comprehensive, leaving no fortified strongholds to rekindle idolatry—anticipating warnings in Numbers 33:55 about the danger of leaving remnants that could become “barbs in your eyes.” - The fall of these urban hubs mirrors earlier victories over Jericho and Ai (Joshua 6; 8), confirming a consistent pattern of God-given triumph. and put them to the sword - The phrase points to complete military defeat, paralleling Joshua 10:28-40 where southern kings were likewise struck down “with the edge of the sword.” - God’s justice is in view: Genesis 15:16 indicated the Amorites’ sin had reached its full measure, and Deuteronomy 9:4-5 clarifies Israel was not receiving the land for its own righteousness but because of the nations’ wickedness. - The sword was the instrument of divine judgment (Romans 13:4 later affirms governing authorities bear the sword as God’s servant for wrath). He devoted them to destruction - “Devoted” (ḥerem) signifies giving something irrevocably to God (Leviticus 27:28-29), reserving it exclusively for Him. - Deuteronomy 20:16-18 commanded that certain Canaanite peoples be “left alive none that breathes” to prevent Israel from learning detestable practices and turning to idolatry. - The principle protects purity of worship; when Saul later violated this command with Amalek, 1 Samuel 15 shows the serious consequences of partial obedience. as Moses the LORD’s servant had commanded - Joshua acts under delegated authority, aligning with Numbers 27:18-23 where Moses commissioned Joshua and laid hands on him before the congregation, charging him to do all the Lord commanded. - By following Moses’ instructions (Deuteronomy 31:7-8), Joshua models continuity of leadership and fidelity to God’s word, a theme reinforced in Joshua 1:7-8: “Do not turn from it to the right or the left.” - The phrase reminds readers that this conquest was not a human initiative but a long-standing divine directive communicated through Moses (Deuteronomy 34:10-12 credits Moses as the unparalleled prophet through whom the Lord worked mighty acts). summary Joshua 11:12 records total victory achieved through unwavering obedience. Joshua captures the coalition kings, secures their cities, executes God’s judgment by the sword, and devotes the defeated to destruction exactly as Moses had commanded. Every step fulfills earlier divine promises and warnings, demonstrating that when God’s people trust and obey His word, His purposes prevail and His holiness is upheld. Hebrew Joshuaיְהוֹשֻׁ֛עַ (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 captured לָכַ֧ד (lā·ḵaḏ) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3920: To catch, to capture, occupy, to choose, to cohere all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every these הָ֠אֵלֶּה (hā·’êl·leh) Article | Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those kings הַמְּלָכִֽים־ (ham·mə·lā·ḵîm-) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 4428: A king and their cities עָרֵ֣י (‘ā·rê) Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 5892: Excitement and struck them down וַיַּכֵּ֥ם (way·yak·kêm) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine plural Strong's 5221: To strike with the sword. חֶ֖רֶב (ḥe·reḇ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 2719: Drought, a cutting instrument, as a, knife, sword He utterly destroyed הֶחֱרִ֣ים (he·ḥĕ·rîm) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2763: To seclude, to devote to religious uses, to be blunt as to the nose them, אוֹתָ֑ם (’ō·w·ṯām) Direct object marker | third person masculine plural Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case as כַּאֲשֶׁ֣ר (ka·’ă·šer) Preposition-k | Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that Moses מֹשֶׁ֖ה (mō·šeh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver the LORD’s יְהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel servant עֶ֥בֶד (‘e·ḇeḏ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5650: Slave, servant had commanded. צִוָּ֔ה (ṣiw·wāh) Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6680: To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order Links Joshua 11:12 NIVJoshua 11:12 NLT Joshua 11:12 ESV Joshua 11:12 NASB Joshua 11:12 KJV Joshua 11:12 BibleApps.com Joshua 11:12 Biblia Paralela Joshua 11:12 Chinese Bible Joshua 11:12 French Bible Joshua 11:12 Catholic Bible OT History: Joshua 11:12 Joshua captured all the cities of those (Josh. 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