Joshua 1:9 akjv — Have not I commanded you? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be you dismayed: for the LORD your Go…

American King James Version

"Have not I commanded you? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be you dismayed: for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go. ¶ "

— Joshua 1:9, American King James Version

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Joshua 1 — Context

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Be strong and of a good courage: for to this people shall you divide for an inheritance the land, which I swore to their fathers to give them.

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Only be you strong and very courageous, that you may observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded you: turn not from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may prosper wherever you go.

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This book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth; but you shall meditate therein day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall have good success.

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Have not I commanded you? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be you dismayed: for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go. ¶

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Then Joshua commanded the officers of the people, saying,

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Pass through the host, and command the people, saying, Prepare you victuals; for within three days you shall pass over this Jordan, to go in to possess the land, which the LORD your God gives you to possess it. ¶

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And to the Reubenites, and to the Gadites, and to half the tribe of Manasseh, spoke Joshua, saying,

Joshua 1:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Joshua 1:9 say?
Joshua 1:9 in the American King James Version reads: “Have not I commanded you? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be you dismayed: for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go. ¶ ”
Where is Joshua 1:9 in the Bible?
Joshua 1:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Joshua, chapter 1, verse 9.
Who wrote Joshua?
Joshua is traditionally attributed to Joshua (traditional). Traditionally written by Joshua with later additions noting his death and burial. It was written c. 1405–1380 BC.
What is the book of Joshua about?
Joshua is the account of Israel's entry into Canaan under Moses' successor — the crossing of the Jordan, the fall of Jericho, the conquest of the land, and its division among the twelve tribes. It is a record of God's faithfulness to his covenant promise to Abraham.
What are the major themes of Joshua?
Joshua explores themes including Conquest, Faithfulness, Inheritance, Courage, Holy War. These themes shape the meaning and context of Joshua 1:9.
What translation should I read Joshua 1:9 in?
Joshua 1:9 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Joshua 1:9?
Joshua 1:9 reads (AKJV): “Have not I commanded you? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be you dismayed: for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go. ¶ ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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