And from Lachish Joshua passed unto Eglon, and all Israel with him; and they encamped against it, and fought against it:
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Interpretation
Joshua made speed in taking these cities. See what a great deal of work may be done in a little time, if we will be diligent, and improve our opportunities.
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This thought runs through Joshua 10:34-37.
Glossary
- Joshua Tribe
- Jehovah is his help, or Jehovah the Saviour. The son of Nun, of the tribe of Ephraim, the successor of Moses as the leader of Israel. He is called Jehoshua in Num. 13:16 (A. V. ), and Jesus in Acts 7:45 and Heb. 4:8 .
- Eglon Place
- Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Tell Eton.
- Lachish Place
- Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Tell ed Duweir.