Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.
Haven't I already told you this? Be strong and brave! Don't be afraid or lose heart, because the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.
God is reminding Joshua (and us) that we can be courageous because God promises to be with us no matter where life takes us.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Joshua, this verse occurs shortly after the death of Moses, as God directly commissions Joshua to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land. The Israelites had spent 40 years wandering in the desert due to their ancestors' disobedience, and now they faced the formidable task of conquering Canaan, a land occupied by hostile nations. God speaks these words to Joshua to assure him of divine support amid the uncertainties of warfare and leadership.
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