Joshua 10:17 cpdv — And it was reported to Joshua that the five kings had been found hidden in a cave, near the city of Makkedah.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And it was reported to Joshua that the five kings had been found hidden in a cave, near the city of Makkedah. "

— Joshua 10:17, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Joshua 10 — Context

14

Never before and never after was there so long a day, as when the Lord obeyed the voice of a man, and fought for Israel.

15

And Joshua returned, with all of Israel, into the camp of Gilgal.

16

For the five kings had fled, and had hidden themselves in a cave, near the city of Makkedah.

17

And it was reported to Joshua that the five kings had been found hidden in a cave, near the city of Makkedah.

18

And he instructed his companions and said: “Roll vast stones to the mouth of the cave, and station attentive men who will keep them closed.

19

But as for you, do not stay here; instead, pursue the enemies, and cut down the lattermost of those who are fleeing. You shall not permit those whom the Lord God has delivered into your hands to enter into the protection of their cities.”

20

Thus, the adversaries were struck down in a great defeat, and having been nearly consumed, even to utter annihilation, those who were able to escape from Israel entered into fortified cities.

Joshua 10:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Joshua 10:17 say?
Joshua 10:17 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And it was reported to Joshua that the five kings had been found hidden in a cave, near the city of Makkedah. ”
Where is Joshua 10:17 in the Bible?
Joshua 10:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Joshua, chapter 10, verse 17.
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 10:17.
What translation should I read Joshua 10:17 in?
Joshua 10:17 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 10:17?
Joshua 10:17 reads (CPDV): “And it was reported to Joshua that the five kings had been found hidden in a cave, near the city of 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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