Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version the king of Jerusalem one the king of Hebron one New Living Translation The king of Jerusalem The king of Hebron English Standard Version the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; Berean Standard Bible the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; King James Bible The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; New King James Version the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; New American Standard Bible the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; NASB 1995 the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; NASB 1977 the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; Legacy Standard Bible the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; Amplified Bible the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; Christian Standard Bible the king of Jerusalem one the king of Hebron one Holman Christian Standard Bible the king of Jerusalem one the king of Hebron one American Standard Version the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; English Revised Version the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; GOD'S WORD® Translation the king of Jerusalem, the king of Hebron, Good News Translation Jerusalem, Hebron, International Standard Version The king of Jerusalem: 1 The king of Hebron: 1 NET Bible the king of Jerusalem (one), the king of Hebron (one), New Heart English Bible the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; Webster's Bible Translation The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblethe king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; World English Bible the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionthe king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; Young's Literal Translation The king of Jerusalem, one; The king of Hebron, one; Smith's Literal Translation The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe king of Jerusalem one, the king of Hebron one. Catholic Public Domain Version the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; New American Bible the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; New Revised Standard Version the king of Jerusalem one the king of Hebron one Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The one King of Jerusalem, the one King of Khebrun OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; Brenton Septuagint Translation the king of Jerusalem, the king of Chebron, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Kings Defeated West of the Jordan…9the king of Jericho, one; the king of Ai, which is near Bethel, one; 10the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; 11the king of Jarmuth, one; the king of Lachish, one;… Cross References Joshua 10:3 Therefore Adoni-zedek king of Jerusalem sent word to Hoham king of Hebron, Piram king of Jarmuth, Japhia king of Lachish, and Debir king of Eglon, saying, Joshua 11:1 Now when Jabin king of Hazor heard about these things, he sent word to Jobab king of Madon; to the kings of Shimron and Achshaph; Judges 1:7 Then Adoni-bezek said, “Seventy kings with their thumbs and big toes cut off have gathered the scraps under my table. As I have done to them, so God has repaid me.” And they brought him to Jerusalem, where he died. 1 Samuel 15:8 He captured Agag king of Amalek alive, but devoted all the others to destruction with the sword. 1 Samuel 31:8-10 The next day, when the Philistines came to strip the dead, they found Saul and his three sons fallen on Mount Gilboa. / They cut off Saul’s head, stripped off his armor, and sent messengers throughout the land of the Philistines to proclaim the news in the temples of their idols and among their people. / They put his armor in the temple of the Ashtoreths and hung his body on the wall of Beth-shan. 2 Samuel 2:8-9 Meanwhile, Abner son of Ner, the commander of Saul’s army, took Saul’s son Ish-bosheth, moved him to Mahanaim, / and made him king over Gilead, Asher, Jezreel, Ephraim, and Benjamin—over all Israel. 2 Samuel 21:12 he went and took the bones of Saul and his son Jonathan from the men of Jabesh-gilead, who had stolen them from the public square of Beth-shan where the Philistines had hung the bodies after they had struck down Saul at Gilboa. 1 Kings 2:5 Moreover, you know what Joab son of Zeruiah did to me—what he did to Abner son of Ner and Amasa son of Jether, the two commanders of the armies of Israel. He killed them in peacetime to avenge the blood of war. He stained with the blood of war the belt around his waist and the sandals on his feet. 1 Chronicles 10:8-10 The next day, when the Philistines came to strip the dead, they found Saul and his sons fallen on Mount Gilboa. / They stripped Saul, cut off his head, took his armor, and sent messengers throughout the land of the Philistines to proclaim the news in the temple of their idols and among their people. / They put his armor in the temple of their gods and hung his head in the temple of Dagon. 1 Chronicles 27:29 Shitrai the Sharonite was in charge of the herds grazing in Sharon. Shaphat son of Adlai was in charge of the herds in the valleys. Psalm 83:9-10 Do to them as You did to Midian, as to Sisera and Jabin at the River Kishon, / who perished at Endor and became like dung on the ground. Isaiah 10:9 “Is not Calno like Carchemish? Is not Hamath like Arpad? Is not Samaria like Damascus? Jeremiah 49:2 Therefore, behold, the days are coming, declares the LORD, when I will sound the battle cry against Rabbah of the Ammonites. It will become a heap of ruins, and its villages will be burned. Then Israel will drive out their dispossessors, says the LORD. Ezekiel 25:9 therefore I will indeed expose the flank of Moab beginning with its frontier cities—Beth-jeshimoth, Baal-meon, and Kiriathaim—the glory of the land. Amos 1:13-15 This is what the LORD says: “For three transgressions of the Ammonites, even four, I will not revoke My judgment, because they ripped open the pregnant women of Gilead in order to enlarge their territory. / So I will kindle a fire in the walls of Rabbah to consume its citadels amid war cries on the day of battle and a violent wind on the day of tempest. / Their king will go into exile—he and his princes together,” says the LORD. Treasury of Scripture The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one; Jerusalem Joshua 10:23 And they did so, and brought forth those five kings unto him out of the cave, the king of Jerusalem, the king of Hebron, the king of Jarmuth, the king of Lachish, and the king of Eglon. Hebron Joshua 10:3,23,36,37 Wherefore Adonizedek king of Jerusalem sent unto Hoham king of Hebron, and unto Piram king of Jarmuth, and unto Japhia king of Lachish, and unto Debir king of Eglon, saying, … Jump to Previous Hebron JerusalemJump to Next Hebron JerusalemJoshua 12 1. The two kings whose countries Moses took and disposed of7. The thirty-one kings on the other side of Jordan which Joshua smote the king of Jerusalem, one; Jerusalem, a significant city throughout biblical history, was originally inhabited by the Jebusites. The mention of its king here highlights its importance even in the early conquest narratives. Jerusalem later becomes the political and spiritual center of Israel under King David (2 Samuel 5:6-9). The city's strategic location made it a key target during Joshua's conquests. The defeat of its king signifies the beginning of Israel's dominance in the region. Jerusalem is also prophetically significant, being central to eschatological events (Zechariah 14:2-4) and the site of Jesus Christ's crucifixion and resurrection, symbolizing the ultimate victory over sin and death. the king of Hebron, one; Persons / Places / Events 1. King of JerusalemThis refers to the ruler of Jerusalem during the time of Joshua's conquests. Jerusalem was a significant city in biblical history, later becoming the capital of Israel and the site of the Temple. 2. King of Hebron The ruler of Hebron, another important city in the biblical account. Hebron is notable for its association with the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and later as a city of refuge and a Levitical city. 3. Joshua's Conquests This verse is part of a larger passage listing the kings defeated by Joshua and the Israelites as they took possession of the Promised Land. It highlights the fulfillment of God's promises to Israel. Teaching Points God's Faithfulness in FulfillmentThe listing of defeated kings, including those of Jerusalem and Hebron, demonstrates God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to Israel. Believers can trust in God's promises in their own lives. Spiritual Warfare and Victory Just as Joshua led Israel in physical battles, Christians are engaged in spiritual warfare. Victory comes through faith and obedience to God's commands. Significance of Place in God's Plan Jerusalem and Hebron are not just historical locations but are integral to God's redemptive plan. Recognizing the significance of place can deepen our understanding of God's work in history. Leadership and Obedience Joshua's leadership and the obedience of the Israelites serve as a model for Christian leadership and the importance of following God's direction. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 12:10?2. How does Joshua 12:10 demonstrate God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises? 3. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from the defeat of these kings? 4. How does Joshua 12:10 connect to God's covenant with Abraham in Genesis? 5. How can we apply the lessons of Joshua 12:10 to modern spiritual battles? 6. What role does obedience play in achieving victory, as seen in Joshua 12:10? 7. How does Joshua 12:10 fit into the historical context of the Israelite conquests? 8. What archaeological evidence supports the events described in Joshua 12:10? 9. Why is the listing of kings in Joshua 12:10 significant for understanding biblical history? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 12? 11. Who are the non-Israelites mentioned in the Bible? 12. Did Joshua and the Israelites capture Jerusalem? Yes (Joshua 10:23, 40) No (Joshua 15:63) 13. How do we reconcile Daniel 9:1-2's reference to Jeremiah's seventy years with the actual duration of the Babylonian exile? 14. In Psalm 67:4, how can we reconcile the statement that God 'guides the nations on earth' with the widespread historical evidence of injustice and suffering? What Does Joshua 12:10 Mean the king of Jerusalem, one• Joshua is recounting the very first Canaanite ruler Israel toppled in the southern campaign. Joshua 10:1 identifies him as Adoni-zedek, and Joshua 10:23 records, “They brought the five kings out… the king of Jerusalem….” • Jerusalem’s early mention reminds us that God’s promise to give Abraham’s descendants this land is materializing (Genesis 15:18-21). • The fall of this king underlines God’s power to keep His word against daunting odds; Jerusalem was strategically located and heavily fortified, yet it succumbed when “the LORD threw them into confusion before Israel” (Joshua 10:10). • Though Jerusalem would later be retaken by the Jebusites (Judges 1:21), its initial defeat foreshadows David’s ultimate conquest: “David captured the stronghold of Zion—that is, the City of David” (2 Samuel 5:7). • One king—not two, not several—highlights the personal, individual judgment God brings on every ruler who exalts himself against Him (Psalm 2:1-6). the king of Hebron, one • Hebron’s king, Hoham (Joshua 10:3), led a coalition against Gibeon and thus against Israel. Joshua 10:37 reports, “They captured it and put its king to the sword.” • Hebron was ancient and prestigious—built seven years before Zoan in Egypt (Numbers 13:22). Striking it down demonstrated that no pedigree or ancestry could shield the wicked from divine justice. • The city loomed large in Israel’s history: Abraham lived there (Genesis 13:18), and the cave of Machpelah lay nearby. By defeating its king, God was reclaiming a place already tied to His covenant people. • Later, Caleb inherits Hebron (Joshua 14:13-15), proving that God not only removes ungodly rulers but establishes the faithful in their stead (Proverbs 10:30). • Again, “one” stresses the completeness of the victory and the precision of God’s accounting; each enemy is known, numbered, and dealt with individually (Joshua 12:7, 24). summary Joshua 12:10 is more than a ledger; it is a testimony that God remembers every promise, confronts every foe, and records every victory. One king of Jerusalem, one king of Hebron—both toppled by the Lord’s hand—affirm that no city is too fortified, no leader too powerful, and no detail too small for the God who fights for His people and fulfills His covenant down to the last precise tally. Hebrew the kingמֶ֤לֶךְ (me·leḵ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4428: A king of Jerusalem, יְרוּשָׁלִַ֙ם֙ (yə·rū·šā·lim) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel one; אֶחָ֔ד (’e·ḥāḏ) Number - masculine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first the king מֶ֥לֶךְ (me·leḵ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4428: A king of Hebron, חֶבְר֖וֹן (ḥeḇ·rō·wn) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 2275: Hebron -- 'association, league', a city in southern Judah one; אֶחָֽד׃ (’e·ḥāḏ) Number - masculine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first Links Joshua 12:10 NIVJoshua 12:10 NLT Joshua 12:10 ESV Joshua 12:10 NASB Joshua 12:10 KJV Joshua 12:10 BibleApps.com Joshua 12:10 Biblia Paralela Joshua 12:10 Chinese Bible Joshua 12:10 French Bible Joshua 12:10 Catholic Bible OT History: Joshua 12:10 The king of Jerusalem one (Josh. Jos) |