And the LORD delivered them into the hand of Israel, who smote them, and chased them unto great Zidon, and unto Misrephothmaim, and unto the valley of Mizpeh eastward; and they smote them, until they left them none remaining.
The LORD gave Israel victory over their enemies. The Israelites defeated them and chased them all the way to the great city of Sidon, to Misrephoth-maim, and to the valley of Mizpah in the east. They completely destroyed them, leaving no survivors.
God gave Israel complete victory over their enemies, allowing them to defeat and destroy all who opposed them.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes the conclusion of Joshua's northern campaign against a coalition of Canaanite kings led by Jabin of Hazor. The Israelites were conquering the Promised Land as God had commanded, systematically defeating the various peoples who inhabited the territory. This particular battle represented a major victory that secured northern Canaan for the tribes of Israel.
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