Thus, the phrase "Twelve Scouts" or "Twelve Observers" might be an alternative way of describing the group. The Twelve Spies, as recorded in the Book of Numbers, were a group of Israelite chieftains, one from each of the Twelve Tribes, who were dispatched by Moses to scout out the Land of Canaan for 40 days[1] as a future home for the Israelite people, during the time when the Israelites were in the wilderness following their Exodus from Ancient Egypt. According to the Book of Joshua, when the Israelites were encamped at Shittim opposite Jericho, ready to cross the river, Joshua, as a final preparation, sent out two spies to Jericho. Your presence may be whats needed for someone else to declare faith. The king of Then Joshua the son of Nun sent two men as spies secretly from Shittim, saying, "Go, view the land, especially Jericho." So they went and came into the house of a harlot whose name was . 16And she said to them, Go into the hills, lest the pursuers meet you; and hide yourselves there three days, until the pursuers have returned; then afterward you may go your way. 17The men said to her, We will be guiltless with respect to this oath of yours which you have made us swear. ", So the men said to her, ``Our life for yours if you do not tell this business of ours; and it shall come about when the LORD gives us the land that we will deal kindly and faithfully with you.". Another 95 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1273, 1296, 1804, 1743, 1804, 1743, 1765, 1783, 1773, 1774, 1777, 1792 and 1804 are included under the topic Early Spies History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Hebrews 11:31 also includes her in the hall of faith. Have you ever been surprised by a persons faithor perhaps by your own? Continue Learning about Religious Studies. When they got to Jericho they went to the house of the prostitute Rahab and stayed there. Relationships between even those of similar background or lifestyle can eventually falter when faith isnt shared. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the New King James Version ( 1982 by Thomas Nelson, Inc.). Today we take refuge in Christ and find Gods mercy in Him, leading many to liken Jesusand by extension His churchto an ark. The search party searched the entire road, but was unable to find them. When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the search inputs to match the current selection. For less than $5/mo. ), Gn 42:9; Nm 13:2, 16-17; Jos 7:2; Jdg 18:2, Nm 21:23-30, 33-35; Dt 2:32-34; 3:1-3; Jos 6:21. 2 Samuel 16:18,19 And Hushai said unto Absalom, Nay; but whom the LORD, and this people, and all the men of Israel, choose, his will I be, and with him will I abide, 2 Samuel 17:19,20 And the woman took and spread a covering over the well's mouth, and spread ground corn thereon; and the thing was not known, Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular, Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular | third person masculine singular, To hide, to hoard, reserve, to deny, to protect, to lurk, Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural, Preposition | first person common singular, Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle, Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular, Rahab receives and conceals the two spies sent from Shittim, OT History: Joshua 2:4 The woman took the two men (Josh. The two scouts or spies were Joshua's eyes Joshua 2:1-24 and 6:22-25. What might it mean to set out from Shittim to walk among unbelievers? To learn about Jericho, Joshua "sent two men as spies secretly from Shittim" (v. 1). All rights reserved. FCA Team Bible: All-In / Digital original - eBook, The Holy Bible: HCSB Digital Reference Edition: Holman Christian Standard Bible Optimized for Digital Readers - eBook, The HCSB Study Bible Digital Edition: Optimized for Digital Readers - eBook. 6 But she had taken them up to the roof and had hidden them among stalks of flax that she had laid out in order on the roof. 2The king of Jericho was told, Look, some of the Israelite men have come here tonight to investigate the land. 3Then the king of Jericho sent word to Rahab and said, Bring out the men who came to you and entered your house, for they came to investigate the entire land.. Joshua remembered the promise to Rahab. Who was the commander of the army of the LORD in Joshua 5:14? Spare my parents, my brothers and sisters, and all that they have. 23 Later, the two men returned from the hill country, crossed over the Jordan River, approached Nuns son Joshua, and told him everything that had happened to them. Then Joshua the son of Nun sent two men as spies secretly from Shittim, saying, ``Go, view the land, especially Jericho." and one cool fact is the rahab had one kid named Boaz who later on married Ruth. The most Spies families were found in USA in 1880. Joshua had taken over leadership of the Israelites after Moses death. Before his temptation, Jesus fasted forty days and forty nights in the Judean desert (Matthew 4:2, Mark 1:13, Luke 4:2). We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Start FREE. 22They departed, and went into the hills, and remained there three days, until the pursuers returned; for the pursuers had made search all along the way and found nothing. They left when it was dark. Did you ever encounter secrecy in the church? ii. However, during their tour, the spies saw fortified cities and resident giants, which frightened them and led them to believe that the Israelites would not be able to conquer the land as God had promised. He told them, Go and look over the land. She sent them away and left the scarlet cord in the window. They went to Joshua son of Nun and reported everything that had happened to them. The Israelites took spiritual refuge at the ark, where Gods mercy seat was located. 5 days ago 15Then she let them down by a rope through the window, for her house was built into the city wall, so that she dwelt in the wall. Macmillan Company. Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB). You may unsubscribe from Bible Gateways emails at any time. 21Let it be as you say, she replied, and she sent them away. Rahab knew that the King of Jericho would want to hurt the spies so she decided to hide them. Boaz After they had gone, she tied the scarlet cord to the window. Secrecy is often seen as wrongand we must guard against justifying wrongdoing. Now in a large house there are not only gold and silver vessels, but also vessels of wood and of earthenware, and some to honor and some to dishonor. Joshua sent two men to search out the land, especially Jericho. Joshua sends spies to Jericho Joshua sent two men to search out the land, especially Jericho. They did not believe that God could help them, and the people as a whole were persuaded that it was not possible to take the land. This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Spies research. Joshua sent two spies, Pinchas and Caleb, to obtain firsthand information as to how the Canaanites were viewing the coming invasion. They both brought back a good report to Joshua. unless, when we come into the land, you tie this cord of scarlet thread in the window through which you let us down, and gather to yourself into the house your father and your mother and your brothers and all your father's household. This button displays the currently selected search type. Numbers 14:20-31; Caleb, Freeman, David Noel. 8 Where did Rahab and salmon live in the Bible? [3], God had promised the Israelites that they would be able to conquer the land with its indigenous Canaanite nations. Hide yourselves there for three days until they return; afterward, go on your way., 17The men said to her, We will be free from this oath you made us swear, 18unless, when we enter the land, you tie this scarlet cord to the window through which you let us down. And the king of Jericho send unto Rahab, saying, Bring forth the men that are come to thee and the woman to the two men, and hid them, and said thus, There came men unto me, but I wist not whence they were Joshua 2:3-4 (KJV), These are the words of God which were written by Joshua under the influence of The Holy Spirit of God. Even when we think we know where the Lord is leading, He may direct us to unexpected paths or bring help from a person who challenges us. They came to the house of Rahab and stayed there. Now, even if there really had been an assault on Jericho, this is an improbable story, since the spies provided no information of value, and were unlikely to do so.Perhaps the simplest answer could lie in that the name Rahab (or Rachab) is very similar to the Hebrew verb rāhab, generally translated as either 'to beset, storm or assault,' or 'to be proud/arrogant'. Did Rahab believe that God would save her and her family? We saw the Nephilim there (the descendants of Anak come from the Nephilim). Even to say: "The LORD has surely given the whole land into our hands; all the people are melting in fear because of us." Used by permission. [4], They gave Moses this account, "We went into the land to which you sent us, and it does flow with milk and honey! They heard how God had delivered His people from Egypt and dried up the Red Sea so Israel could cross over. But compare her words to the actions she took in protecting the spies and arranging for her family to be saved. And sometimes our desire for answers gets in the way of experiencing Him. She helped Israel come into the Promised Land. Whoever wishes, come and buy!". What did the spies tell the woman to hang in her window so that she would be spared when Israels armies came to Jericho? Or met someone like Rahab, who just needed help embracing the truth? The people are afraid because of us.. "evil tongue" / "slander" in Hebrew) against the Land of Israel. 19If any one goes out of the doors of your house into the street, his blood shall be upon his head, and we shall be guiltless; but if a hand is laid upon any one who is with you in the house, his blood shall be on our head. ", However, the Israelite community believed the majority's conclusions. But as was true for the men who snuck into the pagan city of Jericho, wisdom and discernment are still helpful. One of the most famous episodes in the biblical conquest of Canaan was the assault on the city of Jericho. In Joshua 2:1, the spies took refuge with a prostitute, though they couldnt have known she would follow the God of Israel. [2] Joshua and Caleb were the two spies who brought back a good report and believed that God would help them succeed. Refuge in Christ and find Gods mercy in Him, leading many liken. 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