OLD TESTAMENT

Joshua 8:18

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The LORD said to Joshua, “Stretch out the javelin that is in your hand toward Ai, for I will give it into your hand.” Joshua stretched out the javelin that was in his hand toward the city.

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Verse 18. Shield, as Moses lifted up his hands. Exodus 17:11. Some translate, “dart, spear,” or “sword.” Septuagint and Sirach 16:3. Calmet.—The buckler might be suspended on a spear, ( Menochius.) that it might be seen afar off ( Worthington.) by some appointed to keep watch on purpose. Bible.

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