Joshua 10:26
“And afterward Joshua smote them, and slew them, and hanged them on five trees: and they were hanging upon the trees until the evening.”

What does Joshua 10:26 mean?
Joshua 10:26 (KJV) says, “And afterward Joshua smote them, and slew them, and hanged them on five trees: and they were hanging upon the trees until the evening.” This verse is part of the story in the book of Joshua where the Israelites conquered the Amorite kings and their…
Read full commentaryDevotionalVictory in the Valley: A Reflection on Joshua 10:26
Joshua 10:26 records a pivotal moment in the history of Israel’s conquest of Canaan: "And afterward Joshua smote them, and slew them, and hanged them on five trees: and they were hanging upon the trees until the evening." At first glance, this verse may evoke discomfort. The…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Justice and Deliverance Inspired by Joshua 10:26
Gracious and Almighty God, We come before You with hearts full of reverence and humility, acknowledging Your sovereignty and the power of Your might as displayed through the stories of Your people, particularly in the life of Joshua. As we reflect on the words found in Joshua…
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