And the LORD said unto Joshua, Be not afraid because of them: for to morrow about this time will I deliver them up all slain before Israel: thou shalt hough their horses, and burn their chariots with fire.
And the LORD said to Joshua, 'Don't be afraid of them, because tomorrow at this same time I will hand them over to Israel—they will all be defeated. You must cripple their horses and burn their chariots with fire.'
God is telling Joshua not to fear his enemies because He promises complete victory and wants Israel to destroy the enemy's military equipment to trust in Him alone.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during Israel's conquest of Canaan when a large coalition of northern kings with horses and chariots assembled to fight against them. Horses and chariots represented the most advanced military technology of that time, giving these armies a significant advantage over Israel's infantry forces. God's command to destroy this equipment was meant to keep Israel from relying on military might rather than trusting in Him.
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