KJV ORIGINAL
And they spake unto all the company of the children of Israel, saying, The land, which we passed through to search it, is an exceeding good land.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And they spoke to all the people of Israel, saying, 'The land we traveled through to explore is an incredibly good land.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Joshua and Caleb are telling the Israelites that the Promised Land they scouted is amazingly fertile and wonderful.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs after Moses sent twelve spies to scout the Promised Land of Canaan. Ten spies brought back a fearful report focusing on the giants and fortified cities, while only Joshua and Caleb maintained faith that God could give them victory. Here, Joshua and Caleb are trying to counter the negative report and encourage the people to trust God's promise.
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