But Joshua the son of Nun, and Caleb the son of Jephunneh, which were of the men that went to search the land, lived still.
But Joshua son of Nun and Caleb son of Jephunneh, who were among the men who went to explore the land, remained alive.
The writer is showing that Joshua and Caleb were the only two spies who survived God's judgment because of their faith and courage.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Numbers, the Israelites had been led out of Egypt and were on the brink of entering the Promised Land when Moses sent twelve spies to explore it. Ten of the spies returned with a report that emphasized the dangers and giants in the land, causing the people to rebel in fear and doubt God's ability to deliver them. However, Joshua and Caleb stood apart by trusting in God's promises and encouraging the Israelites to move forward, which is why they were spared from the immediate judgment that killed the other spies.
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