ESV Reformation Study Bible – Josh 11:6
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Josh 11:6

11:6 Do not be afraid. The promise of God (1:2, 3, 9), against the background of vv. 4, 5, again creates a possibility not inherent in the situation. See notes 6:2; 8:1; 10:8.

I will give. The Hebrew wording is emphatic and identical to “I am giving” in 1:2.

hamstring their horses and burn their chariots. This is a promise that God will prevail over the most advanced weapons of the time (Ps. 20:7).