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Joshua 10:16

Joshua 10:16
But these five kings fled, and hid themselves in a cave at Makkedah.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

And it was told Joshua,.... Either by some of his own people, or by some of the inhabitants of the land in his interest,…

Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

The thread of the narrative, broken by the four intermediate verses, Jos 10:12-15, is now resumed from Jos 10:11.

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

Hid themselves in a cave - It is very likely that this cave was a fortified place among some rocks; for there were many…

Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Joshua 10:15-27

It was a brave appearance, no doubt, which the five kings made when they took the field for the reducing of Gibeon, and…

Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Joshua 10:16-27

Flight and Execution of the Five Kings

16. But these five kings Here the regular historical narrative is resumed. The…