Joshua 2:24
New International Version
They said to Joshua, “The LORD has surely given the whole land into our hands; all the people are melting in fear because of us.”

New Living Translation
“The LORD has given us the whole land,” they said, “for all the people in the land are terrified of us.”

English Standard Version
And they said to Joshua, “Truly the LORD has given all the land into our hands. And also, all the inhabitants of the land melt away because of us.”

Berean Standard Bible
“The LORD has surely delivered the entire land into our hands,” they said to Joshua. “Indeed, all who dwell in the land are melting in fear of us.”

King James Bible
And they said unto Joshua, Truly the LORD hath delivered into our hands all the land; for even all the inhabitants of the country do faint because of us.

New King James Version
And they said to Joshua, “Truly the LORD has delivered all the land into our hands, for indeed all the inhabitants of the country are fainthearted because of us.”

New American Standard Bible
And they said to Joshua, “The LORD has indeed handed over to us all the land; furthermore, all the inhabitants of the land have despaired because of us.”

NASB 1995
They said to Joshua, “Surely the LORD has given all the land into our hands; moreover, all the inhabitants of the land have melted away before us.”

NASB 1977
And they said to Joshua, “Surely the LORD has given all the land into our hands, and all the inhabitants of the land, moreover, have melted away before us.”

Legacy Standard Bible
And they said to Joshua, “Surely Yahweh has given all the land into our hands; moreover, all the inhabitants of the land have melted away before us.”

Amplified Bible
They said to Joshua, “Certainly the LORD has given all the land into our hands; for all the inhabitants of the land have melted [in despair] because of us.”

Christian Standard Bible
They told Joshua, “The LORD has handed over the entire land to us. Everyone who lives in the land is also panicking because of us.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
They told Joshua, “The LORD has handed over the entire land to us. Everyone who lives in the land is also panicking because of us.”

American Standard Version
And they said unto Joshua, Truly Jehovah hath delivered into our hands all the land; and moreover all the inhabitants of the land do melt away before us.

Contemporary English Version
"We're sure the LORD has given us the whole country," they said. "The people there shake with fear every time they think of us."

English Revised Version
And they said unto Joshua, Truly the LORD hath delivered into our hands all the land; and moreover all the inhabitants of the land do melt away before us.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
They told Joshua, "The LORD has given us the whole country. The people who live there are deathly afraid of us."

Good News Translation
and then said, "We are sure that the LORD has given us the whole country. All the people there are terrified of us."

International Standard Version
They reported to Joshua, "The LORD really has given the entire land into our control. The inhabitants of the land have melted away right in front of us!"

Majority Standard Bible
?The LORD has surely delivered the entire land into our hands,? they said to Joshua. ?Indeed, all who dwell in the land are melting in fear of us.?

NET Bible
They told Joshua, "Surely the LORD is handing over all the land to us! All who live in the land are cringing before us!"

New Heart English Bible
They said to Joshua, "Truly the LORD has delivered into our hands all the land. Moreover, all the inhabitants of the land melt away before us."

Webster's Bible Translation
And they said to Joshua, Truly the LORD hath delivered into our hands all the land; for even all the inhabitants of the country do faint because of us.

World English Bible
They said to Joshua, “Truly Yahweh has delivered all the land into our hands. Moreover, all the inhabitants of the land melt away before us.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and they say to Joshua, “Surely YHWH has given all the land into our hand; and also, all the inhabitants of the land have melted at our presence.”

Young's Literal Translation
and they say unto Joshua, 'Surely Jehovah hath given into our hand all the land; and also, all the inhabitants of the land have melted at our presence.'

Smith's Literal Translation
And they will say to Joshua that Jehovah gave into our hand all the land; and also all the inhabitants of the land melted from before us.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And said: The Lord hath delivered all this land into our hands, and all the inhabitants thereof are overthrown with fear.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And they said, “The Lord has delivered this entire land into our hands, and all its inhabitants have been struck down by fear.”

New American Bible
They assured Joshua, “The LORD has given all this land into our power; indeed, all the inhabitants of the land tremble with fear because of us.”

New Revised Standard Version
They said to Joshua, “Truly the LORD has given all the land into our hands; moreover all the inhabitants of the land melt in fear before us.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And they said to Joshua, The LORD has delivered all the land into our hands; for the inhabitants of the land are afraid of us.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And they said unto Joshua: 'Truly the LORD hath delivered into our hands all the land; and moreover all the inhabitants of the land do melt away before us.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And they said to Joshua, The Lord has delivered all the land into our power, and all the inhabitants of that land tremble because of us.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Promise to Rahab
23Then the two men started back, came down from the hill country, and crossed the river. So they came to Joshua son of Nun and reported all that had happened to them. 24“The LORD has surely delivered the entire land into our hands,” they said to Joshua. “Indeed, all who dwell in the land are melting in fear of us.”

Cross References
Numbers 13:30-31
Then Caleb quieted the people before Moses and said, “We must go up and take possession of the land, for we can certainly conquer it!” / But the men who had gone up with him replied, “We cannot go up against the people, for they are stronger than we are!”

Deuteronomy 1:28-30
Where can we go? Our brothers have made our hearts melt, saying: ‘The people are larger and taller than we are; the cities are large, with walls up to the heavens. We even saw the descendants of the Anakim there.’” / So I said to you: “Do not be terrified or afraid of them! / The LORD your God, who goes before you, will fight for you, just as you saw Him do for you in Egypt

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.

Deuteronomy 2:25
This very day I will begin to put the dread and fear of you upon all the nations under heaven. They will hear the reports of you and tremble in anguish because of you.”

Deuteronomy 11:25
No man will be able to stand against you; the LORD your God will put the fear and dread of you upon all the land, wherever you set foot, as He has promised you.

Judges 7:9-15
That night the LORD said to Gideon, “Get up and go down against the camp, for I have delivered it into your hand. / But if you are afraid to do so, then go down to the camp with your servant Purah / and listen to what they are saying. Then your hands will be strengthened to attack the camp.” So he went with Purah his servant to the outposts where armed men were guarding the camp. ...

Psalm 44:2-3
With Your hand You drove out the nations and planted our fathers there; You crushed the peoples and cast them out. / For it was not by their sword that they took the land; their arm did not bring them victory. It was by Your right hand, Your arm, and the light of Your face, because You favored them.

Psalm 105:44
He gave them the lands of the nations, that they might inherit the fruit of others’ labor,

Hebrews 11:31
By faith the prostitute Rahab, because she welcomed the spies in peace, did not perish with those who were disobedient.

James 2:25
In the same way, was not even Rahab the prostitute justified by her actions when she welcomed the spies and sent them off on another route?

Romans 8:31
What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?

1 Corinthians 15:57
But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ!

2 Corinthians 2:14
But thanks be to God, who always leads us triumphantly as captives in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of Him.

Romans 16:20
The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

Hebrews 4:8-9
For if Joshua had given them rest, God would not have spoken later about another day. / There remains, then, a Sabbath rest for the people of God.


Treasury of Scripture

And they said to Joshua, Truly the LORD has delivered into our hands all the land; for even all the inhabitants of the country do faint because of us.

Truly the Lord

Joshua 1:8
This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success.

Joshua 21:44,45
And the LORD gave them rest round about, according to all that he sware unto their fathers: and there stood not a man of all their enemies before them; the LORD delivered all their enemies into their hand…

Exodus 23:31
And I will set thy bounds from the Red sea even unto the sea of the Philistines, and from the desert unto the river: for I will deliver the inhabitants of the land into your hand; and thou shalt drive them out before thee.

all the inhabitants

Joshua 2:9-11
And she said unto the men, I know that the LORD hath given you the land, and that your terror is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint because of you…

Psalm 48:5,6
They saw it, and so they marvelled; they were troubled, and hasted away…

Revelation 6:16,17
And said to the mountains and rocks, Fall on us, and hide us from the face of him that sitteth on the throne, and from the wrath of the Lamb: …

faint [heb] melt

Joshua 2:9,11
And she said unto the men, I know that the LORD hath given you the land, and that your terror is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint because of you…

Joshua 5:1
And it came to pass, when all the kings of the Amorites, which were on the side of Jordan westward, and all the kings of the Canaanites, which were by the sea, heard that the LORD had dried up the waters of Jordan from before the children of Israel, until we were passed over, that their heart melted, neither was there spirit in them any more, because of the children of Israel.

Exodus 15:15
Then the dukes of Edom shall be amazed; the mighty men of Moab, trembling shall take hold upon them; all the inhabitants of Canaan shall melt away.

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1. Rahab receives and conceals the two spies sent from Shittim
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The LORD has surely delivered the entire land into our hands,
This phrase reflects the fulfillment of God's promise to the Israelites regarding the land of Canaan. It echoes the covenant God made with Abraham in Genesis 15:18-21, where He promised to give his descendants the land. The use of "surely delivered" indicates a certainty and divine assurance, emphasizing God's sovereignty and faithfulness. This statement is made by the spies sent by Joshua, who have witnessed firsthand the fear among the Canaanites, confirming God's intervention and the impending conquest. The phrase also prefigures the ultimate victory believers have in Christ, as seen in Romans 8:37, where believers are described as "more than conquerors."

they said to Joshua.
Joshua, as the leader of the Israelites, is a type of Christ, leading his people into the Promised Land just as Jesus leads believers into eternal life. The communication between the spies and Joshua highlights the importance of leadership and obedience in God's plan. Joshua's role is crucial as he is the one chosen to succeed Moses and guide the Israelites, as seen in Deuteronomy 31:23. This moment underscores the trust and reliance on God's appointed leader, which is a recurring theme throughout the Bible.

Indeed, all who dwell in the land are melting in fear of us.
This phrase indicates the psychological impact of God's power on the Canaanites. The term "melting in fear" suggests a complete loss of courage and morale among the inhabitants, fulfilling the prophecy in Exodus 23:27, where God promised to send His terror ahead of the Israelites. This fear is not just a result of Israel's military might but is attributed to the reputation of their God, who performed mighty acts such as the parting of the Red Sea. The fear of the Canaanites is a testament to God's presence with Israel and serves as a reminder of His power and the fulfillment of His promises. This also foreshadows the ultimate victory over sin and death through Christ, as seen in 1 Corinthians 15:57.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Joshua
The leader of the Israelites after Moses, tasked with leading the people into the Promised Land.

2. The Spies
Two men sent by Joshua to scout the land of Jericho and assess the situation.

3. The LORD
The covenant God of Israel, who promised the land to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

4. The Land
Refers to Canaan, the Promised Land that God vowed to give to the Israelites.

5. The Inhabitants of the Land
The people living in Canaan, who were fearful of the Israelites due to the LORD's reputation.
Teaching Points
God's Faithfulness
The LORD's promise to deliver the land is being fulfilled, demonstrating His faithfulness to His covenant.

The Power of God's Reputation
The fear of the LORD among the Canaanites shows the power of God's reputation and His ability to prepare the way for His people.

Courage in God's Promises
The Israelites can move forward with confidence, knowing that God has already gone before them.

The Role of Faith and Obedience
The spies' report encourages faith and obedience in God's plan, reminding us to trust in His promises even when facing daunting challenges.

The Impact of Testimony
The testimony of God's past deeds instills fear in His enemies and faith in His people, emphasizing the importance of sharing what God has done.(24) The Lord hath delivered.--Observe the entirely satisfactory effect of this mission, and compare what was said on Joshua 2:1.

Verse 24. - For even all the inhabitants of the country do faint because of us. "[For even" is literally "and also." As Keil remarks, this information concerning the feelings of the Canaanites was the one great thing they had been sent out to discover.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
“The LORD
יְהוָ֛ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

has surely
כִּֽי־ (kî-)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

delivered
נָתַ֧ן (nā·ṯan)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

the entire
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

land
הָאָ֑רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land

into our hands,”
בְּיָדֵ֖נוּ (bə·yā·ḏê·nū)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common plural
Strong's 3027: A hand

they said
וַיֹּאמְרוּ֙ (way·yō·mə·rū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 559: To utter, say

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

Joshua.
יְהוֹשֻׁ֔עַ (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

“Indeed,
וְגַם־ (wə·ḡam-)
Conjunctive waw | Conjunction
Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

the inhabitants
יֹשְׁבֵ֥י (yō·šə·ḇê)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct
Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry

of the land
הָאָ֖רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land

are melting in fear
נָמֹ֛גוּ (nā·mō·ḡū)
Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 4127: To melt

of us.”
מִפָּנֵֽינוּ׃ (mip·pā·nê·nū)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common plural
Strong's 6440: The face


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