Joshua 23:8 kjv — But cleave unto the Lord your God, as ye have done unto this day.

King James Version

"But cleave unto the Lord your God, as ye have done unto this day."

— Joshua 23:8, King James Version

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Joshua 23 — Context

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And the Lord your God, he shall expel them from before you, and drive them from out of your sight; and ye shall possess their land, as the Lord your God hath promised unto you.

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Be ye therefore very courageous to keep and to do all that is written in the book of the law of Moses, that ye turn not aside therefrom to the right hand or to the left;

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That ye come not among these nations, these that remain among you; neither make mention of the name of their gods, nor cause to swear by them, neither serve them, nor bow yourselves unto them:

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But cleave unto the Lord your God, as ye have done unto this day.

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For the Lord hath driven out from before you great nations and strong: but as for you, no man hath been able to stand before you unto this day.

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One man of you shall chase a thousand: for the Lord your God, he it is that fighteth for you, as he hath promised you.

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Take good heed therefore unto yourselves, that ye love the Lord your God.

Joshua 23:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Joshua 23:8 say?
Joshua 23:8 in the King James Version reads: “But cleave unto the Lord your God, as ye have done unto this day.”
Where is Joshua 23:8 in the Bible?
Joshua 23:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Joshua, chapter 23, verse 8.
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 23:8.
What translation should I read Joshua 23:8 in?
Joshua 23:8 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 23:8?
Joshua 23:8 reads (KJV): “But cleave unto the Lord your God, as ye have done unto this day.” 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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