Key Figures — Joshua 7

3 figures

1. Joshua

   Leader of Israel, seeking guidance from God after the defeat at Ai.

   Joshua is confronted with the consequences of sin within the camp and seeks God's direction to rectify the situation.

   Related passages

   • Joshua Chapter 6 (Joshua's leadership during the conquest of Jericho)
   • Joshua Chapter 8 (Joshua's renewed strategy and victory at Ai)

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2. Achan

   The Israelite who sinned by taking devoted things, causing Israel's defeat at Ai.

   Achan's disobedience to God's command led to Israel's defeat and his eventual punishment, highlighting the seriousness of sin.

   Related passages

   • Joshua Chapter 6 (Command to not take devoted things)
   • 1 Chronicles 2:7 (Achan's lineage and sin)

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3. The People of Israel

   The collective body affected by Achan's sin and involved in the process of repentance and restoration.

   The Israelites experience defeat due to hidden sin, leading to a communal process of repentance and purification.

   Related passages

   • Joshua Chapter 6 (Israel's victory at Jericho)
   • Joshua Chapter 8 (Israel's victory at Ai after dealing with sin)

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