Now therefore give me this mountain, whereof the LORD spake in that day; for thou heardest in that day how the Anakims were there, and that the cities were great and fenced: if so be the LORD will be with me, then I shall be able to drive them out, as the LORD said.
So now give me this mountain that the LORD promised me that day. You heard back then that the Anakites live there, and that their cities are large and well-fortified. But if the LORD is with me, I'll be able to drive them out, just as the LORD said I would.
This verse shows Caleb boldly asking for the challenging territory God promised him, trusting that God will help him overcome even the most intimidating enemies.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Joshua, Caleb, who was one of the twelve spies sent to Canaan forty-five years earlier, is now claiming the land that was promised to him by Moses as a reward for his faithfulness. Despite the intimidating presence of the Anakims, a race of giants, and their heavily fortified cities, Caleb demonstrates unshakeable trust in God's promise to deliver the territory. This scene unfolds during the division of the conquered land among the Israelite tribes after their entry into the Promised Land.
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