Joshua 2:7

And the men pursued after them the way to Jordan unto the fords: and as soon as they which pursued after them were gone out, they shut the gate.

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Other Translations for Joshua 2:7

BSB
So the king's men set out in pursuit of the spies along the road to the fords of the Jordan, and as soon as they had gone out, the gate was shut.
AKJV
And the men pursued after them the way to Jordan to the fords: and as soon as they which pursued after them were gone out, they shut the gate.
CPDV
But those who had been sent pursued after them along the way that leads to the ford of the Jordan. And as soon as they went out, the gate was closed.
ERV
And the men pursued after them the way to Jordan unto the fords: and as soon as they which pursued after them were gone out, they shut the gate.
NHEB
The men pursued them the way to the Jordan to the fords: and as soon as those who pursued them had gone out, they shut the gate.
SMT
And the men pursued after them the way of Jordan at the passages: and they shut the gate afterwards as they pursuing after them went forth.

Commentary for Joshua 2:7

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Overview of Joshua 2:7
Summary
Pursuers follow misdirection while defenders secure exit
Place
Jericho and Jordan fords
Event
Pursuers diverted, gate sealed
Estimated Time Period
c. 1400 BC
Category
Narrative