About forty thousand prepared for war passed over before the LORD unto battle, to the plains of Jericho.
About forty thousand soldiers, ready for battle, crossed over in the presence of the LORD to fight on the plains near Jericho.
This verse describes how around forty thousand armed Israelite warriors crossed the Jordan River under God's watch, heading toward their first battle in the Promised Land at Jericho.
📚 Historical Context
After the Israelites miraculously crossed the Jordan River under Joshua's leadership, they were preparing to conquer the Promised Land as part of God's fulfillment of His covenant with Abraham. This verse specifically describes about forty thousand armed warriors from the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and half of Manasseh crossing over and readying themselves for battle on the plains of Jericho, demonstrating their commitment to the conquest. It highlights the transition from wandering in the wilderness to claiming the land God had promised.
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