Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Early the next morning Joshua mustered his army, and he and the leaders of Israel marched before them to Ai. New Living Translation Early the next morning Joshua roused his men and started toward Ai, accompanied by the elders of Israel. English Standard Version Joshua arose early in the morning and mustered the people and went up, he and the elders of Israel, before the people to Ai. Berean Standard Bible Joshua got up early the next morning and mobilized his men, and he and the elders of Israel marched before them up to Ai. King James Bible And Joshua rose up early in the morning, and numbered the people, and went up, he and the elders of Israel, before the people to Ai. New King James Version Then Joshua rose up early in the morning and mustered the people, and went up, he and the elders of Israel, before the people to Ai. New American Standard Bible Now Joshua got up early in the morning and mustered the people, and he went up with the elders of Israel before the people to Ai. NASB 1995 Now Joshua rose early in the morning and mustered the people, and he went up with the elders of Israel before the people to Ai. NASB 1977 Now Joshua rose early in the morning and mustered the people, and he went up with the elders of Israel before the people to Ai. Legacy Standard Bible Now Joshua rose early in the morning and mustered the people, and he went up with the elders of Israel before the people to Ai. Amplified Bible Now Joshua got up early in the morning and assembled the people, and went up with the elders of Israel before the people to Ai. Christian Standard Bible Joshua started early the next morning and mobilized them. Then he and the elders of Israel led the people up to Ai. Holman Christian Standard Bible Joshua started early the next morning and mobilized them. Then he and the elders of Israel led the troops up to Ai. American Standard Version And Joshua arose up early in the morning, and mustered the people, and went up, he and the elders of Israel, before the people to Ai. Contemporary English Version Early the next morning he got his troops ready to move out, and he and the other leaders of Israel led them to Ai. English Revised Version And Joshua rose up early in the morning, and mustered the people, and went up, he and the elders of Israel, before the people to Ai. GOD'S WORD® Translation Joshua got up early in the morning and assembled the troops. Then he and the leaders of Israel led the army to Ai. Good News Translation Early in the morning Joshua got up and called the soldiers together. Then he and the leaders of Israel led them to Ai. International Standard Version In the morning, Joshua got up early, mustered his army, and set off for Ai, accompanied by the elders of Israel in full view of the army. NET Bible Bright and early the next morning Joshua gathered the army, and he and the leaders of Israel marched at the head of it to Ai. New Heart English Bible Joshua rose up early in the morning, mustered the people, and went up, he and the elders, before the people to Ai. Webster's Bible Translation And Joshua rose early in the morning, and numbered the people, and went up, he and the elders of Israel, before the people to Ai. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleJoshua got up early the next morning and mobilized his men, and he and the elders of Israel marched before them up to Ai. World English Bible Joshua rose up early in the morning, mustered the people, and went up, he and the elders of Israel, before the people to Ai. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Joshua rises early in the morning, and inspects the people, and goes up, he and [the] elderly of Israel, before the people to Ai; Young's Literal Translation And Joshua riseth early in the morning, and inspecteth the people, and goeth up, he and the elders of Israel, before the people to Ai; Smith's Literal Translation And Joshua will rise early in the morning and will review the people, and he will go up, and the old men of Israel, before the people of Ai. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd rising early in the morning, he mustered his soldiers, and went up with the ancients in the front of the army environed with the aid of the fighting men. Catholic Public Domain Version And rising at first light, he reviewed his troops, and he went up, with the elders at the front of the army, surrounded by an auxiliary of fighters. New American Bible Early the next morning Joshua mustered the army and went up to Ai at its head, with the elders of Israel. New Revised Standard Version In the morning Joshua rose early and mustered the people, and went up, with the elders of Israel, before the people to Ai. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Joshua rose up early in the morning, and counted the people, and went up, he and the elders of Israel, before the people to Ai. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Yeshua arose early at dawn and counted the people, and he and the Elders of Israel went up to Ai before the people OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Joshua rose up early in the morning, and numbered the people, and went up, he and the elders of Israel, before the people to Ai. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Joshua rose up early in the morning, and numbered the people; and he went up, he and the elders before the people to Gai. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Conquest of Ai…9So Joshua sent them out, and they went to the place of ambush and lay in wait between Bethel and Ai, to the west of Ai. But Joshua spent that night among the people. 10Joshua got up early the next morning and mobilized his men, and he and the elders of Israel marched before them up to Ai. 11Then all the troops who were with him marched up and approached the city. They arrived in front of Ai and camped to the north of it, with the valley between them and the city.… Cross References Joshua 6:12-14 Joshua got up early the next morning, and the priests took the ark of the LORD. / And the seven priests carrying seven rams’ horns kept marching ahead of the ark of the LORD and blowing the horns. The armed troops went in front of them and the rear guard followed the ark of the LORD, while the horns kept sounding. / So on the second day they marched around the city once and returned to the camp. They did this for six days. Joshua 3:1 Early the next morning Joshua got up and left Shittim with all the Israelites. They went as far as the Jordan, where they camped before crossing over. Judges 7:1 Early in the morning Jerubbaal (that is, Gideon) and all the men with him camped beside the spring of Harod. And the camp of Midian was north of them in the valley near the hill of Moreh. 1 Samuel 17:20 So David got up early in the morning, left the flock with a keeper, loaded up, and set out as Jesse had instructed him. He reached the camp as the army was marching out to its position and shouting the battle cry. 1 Samuel 15:12 Early in the morning Samuel got up to confront Saul, but he was told, “Saul has gone to Carmel, and behold, he has set up a monument for himself and has turned and gone down to Gilgal.” 2 Samuel 17:1 Furthermore, Ahithophel said to Absalom, “Let me choose twelve thousand men and set out tonight in pursuit of David. 2 Kings 3:9 So the king of Israel, the king of Judah, and the king of Edom set out, and after they had traveled a roundabout route for seven days, they had no water for their army or for their animals. 2 Kings 6:14 the king of Aram sent horses, chariots, and a great army. They went there by night and surrounded the city. 2 Chronicles 20:20 Early in the morning they got up and left for the Wilderness of Tekoa. As they set out, Jehoshaphat stood up and said, “Hear me, O people of Judah and Jerusalem. Believe in the LORD your God, and you will be upheld; believe in His prophets, and you will succeed.” Nehemiah 4:21 So we continued the work, while half of the men held spears from the break of dawn until the stars came out. Psalm 5:3 In the morning, O LORD, You hear my voice; at daybreak I lay my plea before You and wait in expectation. Psalm 108:2 Awake, O harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn. Proverbs 20:18 Set plans by consultation, and wage war under sound guidance. Isaiah 50:4 The Lord GOD has given Me the tongue of discipleship, to sustain the weary with a word. He awakens Me morning by morning; He awakens My ear to listen as a disciple. Mark 1:35 Early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up and went out to a solitary place to pray. Treasury of Scripture And Joshua rose up early in the morning, and numbered the people, and went up, he and the elders of Israel, before the people to Ai. rose up Joshua 3:1 And Joshua rose early in the morning; and they removed from Shittim, and came to Jordan, he and all the children of Israel, and lodged there before they passed over. Joshua 6:12 And Joshua rose early in the morning, and the priests took up the ark of the LORD. Joshua 7:16 So Joshua rose up early in the morning, and brought Israel by their tribes; and the tribe of Judah was taken: Jump to Previous Ai Chiefs Early Elders Inspected Inspecteth Israel Joshua Leaders Marched Morning Mustered Numbered Order Riseth RoseJump to Next Ai Chiefs Early Elders Inspected Inspecteth Israel Joshua Leaders Marched Morning Mustered Numbered Order Riseth RoseJoshua 8 1. God encourages Joshua3. The plan whereby Ai was taken 29. The king thereof is hanged 30. Joshua builds an altar 32. writes the law on stones 33. and pronounces the blessings and curses Joshua got up early the next morning This phrase highlights Joshua's diligence and commitment to God's command. Rising early is a recurring theme in Scripture, often associated with obedience and readiness to act (Genesis 22:3, Exodus 24:4). It signifies a proactive approach to leadership and faithfulness in executing God's plans. and mobilized his men and he and the elders of Israel marched before them up to Ai Persons / Places / Events 1. JoshuaThe leader of Israel after Moses, tasked with leading the Israelites into the Promised Land. Known for his faithfulness and obedience to God. 2. Elders of Israel Leaders and representatives of the tribes of Israel who played a crucial role in decision-making and guiding the people. 3. Ai A Canaanite city that Israel initially failed to conquer due to disobedience but is now being approached again under God's guidance. 4. Israelites The people of God, chosen to inherit the Promised Land, who are learning to trust and obey God's commands. 5. Mobilization The act of preparing and organizing troops for battle, indicating readiness and strategic planning. Teaching Points The Importance of ObedienceJoshua's early rise and mobilization of the troops demonstrate his commitment to obeying God's instructions. Obedience to God is crucial for success in our spiritual battles. Leadership and Responsibility Joshua and the elders lead by example, showing the importance of godly leadership and the responsibility leaders have to guide others in righteousness. Strategic Preparation The mobilization of troops highlights the need for preparation and planning in our spiritual lives. We must be ready and equipped to face challenges with God's guidance. Trust in God's Timing Joshua's actions reflect trust in God's timing and plan. We must learn to wait on the Lord and act according to His direction, not our own impulses. Community and Unity The involvement of the elders and the collective movement of the Israelites underscore the strength found in community and unity in pursuing God's purposes. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 8:10?2. How does Joshua 8:10 demonstrate the importance of early preparation in leadership? 3. What can we learn from Joshua's obedience to God's strategy in Joshua 8:10? 4. How does Joshua 8:10 connect to Proverbs 3:5-6 about trusting God’s plan? 5. In what ways can we apply Joshua's diligence in our daily spiritual battles? 6. How does Joshua 8:10 inspire us to lead with confidence and faith today? 7. How does Joshua 8:10 demonstrate God's guidance in military strategy? 8. What archaeological evidence supports the events described in Joshua 8:10? 9. How does Joshua's leadership in Joshua 8:10 reflect God's authority? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 8? 11. How does Deuteronomy 10:8's statement that Levi had no land inheritance align with inherited lands described in other biblical texts? 12. Where is the archaeological evidence supporting the complete destruction of Ai (Joshua 8:28)? 13. In Hebrews 4:8, how can the text claim that Joshua did not give true rest, given that the Old Testament states Israel did enter and occupy the Promised Land? 14. In Joshua 12:1-24, how feasible is it that the Israelites defeated and occupied territories ruled by thirty-one kings so quickly without significant recorded losses? What Does Joshua 8:10 Mean Joshua got up early the next morningJoshua’s dawn rise reflects urgent, wholehearted obedience. • The pattern is familiar—“So Abraham got up early in the morning” (Genesis 22:3). • Moses did the same after receiving covenant words (Exodus 24:4). • Getting up while it is still dark to pursue the Father’s will is later modeled by Jesus (Mark 1:35). Joshua’s readiness shows renewed confidence after Israel’s earlier setback at Ai (Joshua 7). Prompt obedience often follows repentance and restored fellowship (Psalm 119:60). Mobilized his men Preparation precedes victory. • Joshua gathers and organizes the fighting force, echoing Jericho’s careful procession (Joshua 6:7). • “A horse is prepared for the day of battle, but victory is of the LORD” (Proverbs 21:31). The men ready themselves, yet ultimate success depends on God’s promise in 8:1. • Clear direction steadies previously shaken hearts, reminding them that failure is not final when God renews the mission (Romans 8:37). He and the elders of Israel marched before them Leadership leads—literally. • Joshua does not send the army off; he steps out front with the elders, the covenant guardians (Deuteronomy 31:7-8). • The sight of their leaders at the head reinforces unity and faith, mirroring Moses and Aaron standing before Pharaoh or the priests ahead of the people at the Jordan (Joshua 3:6). • God-honoring leadership is visible, courageous, and exemplary—“not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock” (1 Peter 5:3). Up to Ai Israel returns to the place of defeat, but this time in God’s strength. • “The LORD your God, who goes before you, will fight for you” (Deuteronomy 1:30). • Ascending (“up”) signals both geography and renewed spiritual altitude—moving from disgrace (Joshua 7:5) to promised triumph (8:1). • God often leads His people back to former failures to display His redeeming power (Psalm 37:23-24). summary Joshua 8:10 paints a vivid picture of restored obedience: a leader who rises early, readies the people, walks in front with fellow elders, and heads straight for the battleground that once humbled the nation. Every movement underscores trust in God’s word and illustrates how faith-filled preparation, godly leadership, and renewed courage turn past defeat into present victory. Verse 10. - And numbered the people. Or reviewed, or mustered. The word is frequently translated visited in Scripture. It then came to mean a visit for the sake of inspection. The elders of Israel. Joshua's council, alike of war and of peace. Before the people. Literally, in their sight (ford πρόσωπον, LXX), i.e., at their head.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Joshuaיְהוֹשֻׁ֙עַ֙ (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 rose early וַיַּשְׁכֵּ֤ם (way·yaš·kêm) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7925: To load up, to start early in the morning the next morning בַּבֹּ֔קֶר (bab·bō·qer) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1242: Dawn, morning and mobilized וַיִּפְקֹ֖ד (way·yip̄·qōḏ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6485: To visit, to oversee, muster, charge, care for, miss, deposit [his men], הָעָ֑ם (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock and he ה֜וּא (hū) Pronoun - third person masculine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are and the elders וְזִקְנֵ֧י (wə·ziq·nê) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine plural construct Strong's 2205: Old of Israel יִשְׂרָאֵ֛ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc marched וַיַּ֨עַל (way·ya·‘al) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively before לִפְנֵ֥י (lip̄·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct Strong's 6440: The face [them] הָעָ֖ם (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock up to Ai. הָעָֽי׃ (hā·‘āy) Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 5857: Ai -- a Canaanite city Links Joshua 8:10 NIVJoshua 8:10 NLT Joshua 8:10 ESV Joshua 8:10 NASB Joshua 8:10 KJV Joshua 8:10 BibleApps.com Joshua 8:10 Biblia Paralela Joshua 8:10 Chinese Bible Joshua 8:10 French Bible Joshua 8:10 Catholic Bible OT History: Joshua 8:10 Joshua rose up early in the morning (Josh. 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