And Joshua had commanded the people, saying, Ye shall not shout, nor make any noise with your voice, neither shall any word proceed out of your mouth, until the day I bid you shout; then shall ye shout.
Joshua had given the people strict orders: 'Don't shout or make any noise with your voices. Don't let a single word come out of your mouths until the day I tell you to shout. When that day comes, then you can shout!'
Joshua told the Israelites to stay completely silent during their march around Jericho until he gave them permission to shout on the final day.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Joshua, the Israelites were preparing to conquer Jericho, a fortified city in the Promised Land, as part of God's plan to fulfill His promise to give them the land. Joshua issued this command for the people to remain silent during their marches around the city for six days, emphasizing complete obedience to God's specific instructions rather than relying on their own tactics. This silence was a test of faith, highlighting how God often uses unconventional methods to achieve victory.
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