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
In the Book of Joshua, the Israelites were conquering the Promised Land as God had commanded them after their exodus from Egypt. In chapter 11, they faced a powerful coalition of Canaanite kings in the northern regions who had gathered to fight against them, and God promised Joshua victory in this battle. The verse highlights the pursuit and total defeat of these enemies, underscoring God's direct involvement in delivering the Israelites.
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