Joshua 10:12 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Then spake Joshua to the LORD in the day when the LORD delivered up the Amorites before the children of Israel, and he said in the sight of Israel, Sun, stand thou still upon Gibeon; and thou, Moon, in the valley of Ajalon.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then Joshua spoke to the LORD on the day when the LORD handed over the Amorites to defeat before the Israelites, and he said in front of all Israel, 'Sun, stand still over Gibeon; and you, Moon, stay where you are in the valley of Ajalon.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Joshua boldly asked God to make the sun and moon stop moving so Israel would have enough daylight to complete their victory over their enemies.

📚 Historical Context

This occurred during Israel's conquest of the Promised Land, specifically during a battle against a coalition of five Amorite kings who had attacked Gibeon, Israel's ally. The Israelites were pursuing their fleeing enemies and needed more daylight hours to complete their decisive victory. This miraculous event demonstrated God's power over creation itself in support of His people.

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