Joshua 2:15 net — Then Rahab let them down by a rope through the window.(Her house was built as part of the city wall; she lived in the w…

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"Then Rahab let them down by a rope through the window.(Her house was built as part of the city wall; she lived in the wall.)"

— Joshua 2:15, NET Bible

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Joshua 2 — Context

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So now, promise me this with an oath sworn in the LORD’s name. Because I have shown allegiance to you, show allegiance to my family. Give me a solemn pledge

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that you will spare the lives of my father, mother, brothers, sisters, and all who belong to them, and rescue us from death.”

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The men said to her,“If you die, may we die too! If you do not report what we’ve been up to, then, when the LORD hands the land over to us, we will show unswerving allegiance to you.”

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Then Rahab let them down by a rope through the window.(Her house was built as part of the city wall; she lived in the wall.)

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She told them,“Head to the hill country, so the ones chasing you don’t find you. Hide from them there for three days, long enough for those chasing you to return. Then you can be on your way.”

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The men said to her,“We are not bound by this oath you made us swear unless the following conditions are met:

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When we invade the land, tie this red rope in the window through which you let us down, and gather together in your house your father, mother, brothers, and all who live in your father’s house.

Joshua 2:15 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Joshua 2:15 say?
Joshua 2:15 in the NET Bible reads: “Then Rahab let them down by a rope through the window.(Her house was built as part of the city wall; she lived in the wall.)”
Where is Joshua 2:15 in the Bible?
Joshua 2:15 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Joshua, chapter 2, verse 15.
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 2:15.
What translation should I read Joshua 2:15 in?
Joshua 2:15 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 2:15?
Joshua 2:15 reads (NET): “Then Rahab let them down by a rope through the window.(Her house was built as part of the city wall; she lived in the wall.)” 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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