These are they that went over Jordan in the first month, when it had overflown all his banks; and they put to flight all them of the valleys, both toward the east, and toward the west.
These are the men who crossed the Jordan River in the first month, when it had flooded over all its banks. They drove away all the enemies living in the valleys, both to the east and to the west.
This verse describes brave warriors who crossed a flooded river during the most dangerous time and defeated enemies on both sides of the valley.
📚 Historical Context
This refers to warriors from the tribe of Gad who joined David's army while he was still fleeing from King Saul. The Jordan River typically floods during the first month (spring) due to snowmelt from Mount Hermon, making it extremely dangerous to cross. These men's willingness to cross during flood season demonstrated their exceptional courage and military skill.
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