Joshua 10:16 net — The five Amorite kings ran away and hid in the cave at Makkedah.

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"The five Amorite kings ran away and hid in the cave at Makkedah."

— Joshua 10:16, NET Bible

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Joshua 10 — Context

13

The sun stood still and the moon stood motionless while the nation took vengeance on its enemies. The event is recorded in the Scroll of the Upright One. The sun stood motionless in the middle of the sky and did not set for about a full day.

14

There has not been a day like it before or since. The LORD obeyed a man, for the LORD fought for Israel!

15

Then Joshua and all Israel returned to the camp at Gilgal.

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The five Amorite kings ran away and hid in the cave at Makkedah.

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Joshua was told,“The five kings have been found hiding in the cave at Makkedah.”

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Joshua said,“Roll large stones over the mouth of the cave and post guards in front of it.

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But don’t you delay! Chase your enemies and catch them! Don’t allow them to retreat to their cities, for the LORD your God is handing them over to you.”

Joshua 10:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Joshua 10:16 say?
Joshua 10:16 in the NET Bible reads: “The five Amorite kings ran away and hid in the cave at Makkedah.”
Where is Joshua 10:16 in the Bible?
Joshua 10:16 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Joshua, chapter 10, verse 16.
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 10:16.
What translation should I read Joshua 10:16 in?
Joshua 10:16 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 10:16?
Joshua 10:16 reads (NET): “The five Amorite kings ran away and hid in the cave at Makkedah.” 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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