Joshua 9:19

But all the princes said unto all the congregation, We have sworn unto them by the LORD God of Israel: now therefore we may not touch them.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Joshua 9:19

BSB
All the leaders answered, "We have sworn an oath to them by the LORD, the God of Israel, and now we cannot touch them.
AKJV
But all the princes said to all the congregation, We have sworn to them by the LORD God of Israel: now therefore we may not touch them.
CPDV
And they responded to them: "We have sworn to them in the name of the Lord, the God of Israel, and for that reason, we are not able to touch them.
ERV
But all the princes said unto all the congregation, We have sworn unto them by the LORD, the God of Israel: now therefore we may not touch them.
NHEB
But all the leaders said to all the congregation, "We have sworn to them by the LORD, the God of Israel; and now therefore we may not touch them.
SMT
And all the chiefs will say to all the assembly, We sware to them by Jehovah the God of Israel: and now we shall not be able to touch upon them.

Commentary for Joshua 9:19

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Overview of Joshua 9:19
Summary
Leaders uphold sacred oath despite public discontent
Place
Canaan
Event
Oath enforcement declared
Estimated Time Period
c. 1400-1200 BC
Category
Covenant