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Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.&#8221 <a href="/nlt/joshua/1.htm">New Living Translation</a> This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” <a href="/esv/joshua/1.htm">English Standard Version</a> Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” <a href="/bsb/joshua/1.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” <a href="/kjv/joshua/1.htm">King James Bible</a> Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest. <a href="/nkjv/joshua/1.htm">New King James Version</a> Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” <a href="/nasb_/joshua/1.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not be terrified nor dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” <a href="/nasb/joshua/1.htm">NASB 1995</a> &#8220Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/joshua/1.htm">NASB 1977 </a> “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” <a href="/lsb/joshua/1.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not be in dread or be dismayed, for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go.” <a href="/amp/joshua/1.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not be terrified or dismayed (intimidated), for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” <a href="/csb/joshua/1.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Haven’t I commanded you: be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” <a href="/hcsb/joshua/1.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Haven&#8217t I commanded you: be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.&#8221 <a href="/asv/joshua/1.htm">American Standard Version</a> Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of good courage; be not affrighted, neither be thou dismayed: for Jehovah thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest. <a href="/cev/joshua/1.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> I've commanded you to be strong and brave. Don't ever be afraid or discouraged! I am the LORD your God, and I will be there to help you wherever you go. <a href="/erv/joshua/1.htm">English Revised Version</a> Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not affrighted, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest. <a href="/gwt/joshua/1.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> "I have commanded you, 'Be strong and courageous! Don't tremble or be terrified, because the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.'" <a href="/gnt/joshua/1.htm">Good News Translation</a> Remember that I have commanded you to be determined and confident! Do not be afraid or discouraged, for I, the LORD your God, am with you wherever you go." <a href="/isv/joshua/1.htm">International Standard Version</a> I've commanded you, haven't I? Be strong and courageous. Don't be fearful or discouraged, because the LORD your God is with you wherever you go." <a href="/msb/joshua/1.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.? <a href="/net/joshua/1.htm">NET Bible</a> I repeat, be strong and brave! Don't be afraid and don't panic, for I, the LORD your God, am with you in all you do." <a href="/nheb/joshua/1.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Haven't I commanded you? Be strong and of good courage. Do not be afraid, neither be dismayed: for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go. <a href="/wbt/joshua/1.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest. <a href="/web/joshua/1.htm">World English Bible</a> Haven’t I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be dismayed, for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/joshua/1.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous; do not be terrified nor frightened, for your God YHWH [is] with you in every [place] to where you go.” <a href="/ylt/joshua/1.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> Have not I commanded thee? be strong and courageous; be not terrified nor affrighted, for with thee is Jehovah thy God in every place whither thou goest.' <a href="/slt/joshua/1.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Did I not command thee? Be strong and be active; thou shalt not fear and thou shalt not bend: for Jehovah thy God is with thee in all where thou shalt go.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/joshua/1.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Behold I command thee, take courage, end be strong. Fear not and be not dismayed: because the Lord thy God is with thee in all things whatsoever thou shalt go to. <a href="/cpdv/joshua/1.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Behold, I am instructing you. Be strengthened, and be steadfast. Do not dread, and do not fear. For the Lord your God is with you in all things, wherever you may go.” <a href="/nabre/joshua/1.htm">New American Bible</a> I command you: be strong and steadfast! Do not fear nor be dismayed, for the LORD, your God, is with you wherever you go. <a href="/nrsvce/joshua/1.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> I hereby command you: Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened or dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/joshua/1.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Behold, I have commanded you. Be strong and of good courage; fear not, neither be dismayed; for the your God is with you wherever you go. <a href="/hpbt/joshua/1.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> Behold I have commanded you; be strong and be strengthened. You shall not fear and you shall not be moved, because LORD JEHOVAH your God is with you wherever you go.”<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/joshua/1.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of good courage; be not affrighted, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.' <a href="/sep/joshua/1.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> Lo! I have commanded thee; be strong and courageous, be not cowardly nor fearful, for the Lord thy God is with thee in all places whither thou goest. <a href="/parallel/joshua/1-9.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/p91zXIGB0Rk?start=89" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/joshua/1.htm">God Commissions Joshua</a> …8This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. For then you will prosper and succeed in all you do. 9<a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: hă·lō·w (Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">Have I not</a> <a href="/hebrew/6680.htm" title="6680: ṣiw·wî·ṯî·ḵā (V-Piel-Perf-1cs:: 2ms) -- To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order. A primitive root; to constitute, enjoin.">commanded you</a> <a href="/hebrew/2388.htm" title="2388: ḥă·zaq (V-Qal-Imp-ms) -- A primitive root; to fasten upon; hence, to seize, be strong, obstinate; to bind, restrain, conquer.">to be strong</a> <a href="/hebrew/553.htm" title="553: we·’ĕ·māṣ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-Imp-ms) -- To be stout, strong, bold, alert. A primitive root; to be alert, physically or mentally.">and courageous?</a> <a href="/hebrew/408.htm" title="408: ’al- (Adv) -- Not (a subjective neg.). A negative particle; not; once as a noun, nothing.">Do not</a> <a href="/hebrew/6206.htm" title="6206: ta·‘ă·rōṣ (V-Qal-Imperf-2ms) -- To cause to tremble, tremble. A primitive root; to awe or to dread; hence, to harass.">be afraid;</a> <a href="/hebrew/408.htm" title="408: wə·’al- (Conj-w:: Adv) -- Not (a subjective neg.). A negative particle; not; once as a noun, nothing."></a> <a href="/hebrew/2865.htm" title="2865: tê·ḥāṯ (V-Nifal-Imperf-2ms) -- A primitive root; properly, to prostrate; hence, to break down, either by violence, or by confusion and fear.">do not be discouraged,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">for</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·he·ḵā (N-mpc:: 2ms) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">your God</a> <a href="/hebrew/5973.htm" title="5973: ‘im·mə·ḵā (Prep:: 2ms) -- From amam; adverb or preposition, with, in varied applications; specifically, equally with; often with prepositional prefix.">is with</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: bə·ḵōl (Prep-b:: N-ms) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">you wherever</a> <a href="/hebrew/834.htm" title="834: ’ă·šer (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that. A primitive relative pronoun; who, which, what, that; also when, where, how, because, in order that, etc."></a> <a href="/hebrew/1980.htm" title="1980: tê·lêḵ (V-Qal-Imperf-2ms) -- To go, come, walk. Akin to yalak; a primitive root; to walk.">you go.”</a> <div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/deuteronomy/31-6.htm">Deuteronomy 31:6</a> Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” <a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a> Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. <a href="/psalms/27-1.htm">Psalm 27:1</a> Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread? <a href="/2_timothy/1-7.htm">2 Timothy 1:7</a> For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control. <a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a> I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. <a href="/isaiah/43-1.htm">Isaiah 43:1-2</a> But now, this is what the LORD says—He who created you, O Jacob, and He who formed you, O Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine! / When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze. <a href="/romans/8-31.htm">Romans 8:31</a> What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? <a href="/matthew/28-20.htm">Matthew 28:20</a> and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” <a href="/hebrews/13-5.htm">Hebrews 13:5-6</a> Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: “Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.” / So we say with confidence: “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” <a href="/psalms/23-4.htm">Psalm 23:4</a> Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. <a href="/john/14-27.htm">John 14:27</a> Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid. <a href="/1_chronicles/28-20.htm">1 Chronicles 28:20</a> David also said to Solomon his son, “Be strong and courageous, and do it. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will neither fail you nor forsake you before all the work for the service of the house of the LORD is finished. <a href="/psalms/46-1.htm">Psalm 46:1-3</a> For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. / Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas, / though their waters roar and foam and the mountains quake in the surge. Selah <a href="/1_corinthians/16-13.htm">1 Corinthians 16:13</a> Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong. <a href="/ephesians/6-10.htm">Ephesians 6:10</a> Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Have not I commanded you? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be you dismayed: for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.Have<a href="/deuteronomy/31-7.htm">Deuteronomy 31:7,8,28</a> And Moses called unto Joshua, and said unto him in the sight of all Israel, Be strong and of a good courage: for thou must go with this people unto the land which the LORD hath sworn unto their fathers to give them; and thou shalt cause them to inherit it… <a href="/judges/6-14.htm">Judges 6:14</a> And the LORD looked upon him, and said, Go in this thy might, and thou shalt save Israel from the hand of the Midianites: have not I sent thee?<a href="/2_samuel/13-28.htm">2 Samuel 13:28</a> Now Absalom had commanded his servants, saying, Mark ye now when Amnon's heart is merry with wine, and when I say unto you, Smite Amnon; then kill him, fear not: have not I commanded you? be courageous, and be valiant.Be strong<a href="/joshua/1-6.htm">Joshua 1:6,7</a> Be strong and of a good courage: for unto this people shalt thou divide for an inheritance the land, which I sware unto their fathers to give them… be not<a href="/genesis/28-15.htm">Genesis 28:15</a> And, behold, I am with thee, and will keep thee in all places whither thou goest, and will bring thee again into this land; for I will not leave thee, until I have done that which I have spoken to thee of.<a href="/deuteronomy/20-1.htm">Deuteronomy 20:1</a> When thou goest out to battle against thine enemies, and seest horses, and chariots, and a people more than thou, be not afraid of them: for the LORD thy God is with thee, which brought thee up out of the land of Egypt.<a href="/psalms/27-1.htm">Psalm 27:1,2</a> A Psalm of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? … for the Lord<a href="/psalms/46-7.htm">Psalm 46:7</a> The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.<a href="/isaiah/43-1.htm">Isaiah 43:1,5</a> But now thus saith the LORD that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/deuteronomy/31-8.htm">Affrighted</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-8.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/joshua/1-7.htm">Commanded</a> <a href="/joshua/1-6.htm">Courage</a> <a href="/joshua/1-7.htm">Courageous</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-8.htm">Discouraged</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-8.htm">Dismayed</a> <a href="/joshua/1-6.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/34-9.htm">Orders</a> <a href="/joshua/1-7.htm">Strong</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-6.htm">Terrified</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/31-6.htm">Tremble</a> <a href="/joshua/1-7.htm">Wherever</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/32-50.htm">Whither</a> <a href="/joshua/1-7.htm">Whithersoever</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/joshua/10-25.htm">Affrighted</a> <a href="/joshua/8-1.htm">Afraid</a> <a href="/joshua/1-10.htm">Commanded</a> <a href="/joshua/1-18.htm">Courage</a> <a href="/joshua/10-25.htm">Courageous</a> <a href="/joshua/8-1.htm">Discouraged</a> <a href="/joshua/8-1.htm">Dismayed</a> <a href="/joshua/1-18.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/joshua/1-10.htm">Orders</a> <a href="/joshua/1-18.htm">Strong</a> <a href="/judges/20-41.htm">Terrified</a> <a href="/judges/8-12.htm">Tremble</a> <a href="/joshua/1-16.htm">Wherever</a> <a href="/joshua/1-16.htm">Whither</a> <a href="/joshua/1-16.htm">Whithersoever</a><div class="vheading2">Joshua 1</div>1. <a href="/joshua/1-1.htm">The Lord appoints Joshua to succeed Moses</a> 3. <a href="/joshua/1-3.htm">The borders of the promised land</a> 5. <a href="/joshua/1-5.htm">God promises to assist Joshua</a> 8. <a href="/joshua/1-8.htm">He gives him instructions</a> 10. <a href="/joshua/1-10.htm">Joshua prepares the people to pass over Jordan</a> 12. <a href="/joshua/1-12.htm">He puts the two tribes and a half in mind of their promise to Moses</a> 16. <a href="/joshua/1-16.htm">They promise him allegiance</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/joshua/1.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/joshua/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/joshua/1.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Have I not commanded you This phrase emphasizes the divine authority behind the command. It is not merely a suggestion but a directive from God Himself. The context is the transition of leadership from Moses to Joshua, highlighting the continuity of God's guidance. This command is rooted in the covenant relationship between God and Israel, where obedience to God's commands is paramount.to be strong and courageous? Strength and courage are essential qualities for Joshua as he leads the Israelites into the Promised Land. This echoes earlier biblical narratives where leaders like Moses and David were called to rely on God's strength. The call to courage is not based on human ability but on trust in God's promises and presence. This theme is recurrent in scripture, such as in <a href="/deuteronomy/31-6.htm">Deuteronomy 31:6-7</a>, where Moses encourages Joshua with similar words.Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, Fear and discouragement are natural human responses to daunting tasks, such as conquering Canaan. The repetition of this command underscores its importance. Historically, the Israelites faced formidable enemies and fortified cities, which could easily lead to fear. The command to reject fear and discouragement is a call to faith, trusting in God's power and faithfulness.for the LORD your God is with you This assurance of God's presence is central to the covenant relationship. It recalls God's promise to be with His people, as seen in <a href="/exodus/3-12.htm">Exodus 3:12</a> when God assures Moses of His presence. Theologically, it points to the Immanuel principle, "God with us," which finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ. God's presence is a source of comfort and empowerment for His people.wherever you go. This phrase emphasizes the omnipresence of God, assuring Joshua that there is no place beyond God's reach. It reflects the promise given to the patriarchs that God would be with them in all their journeys. This assurance is crucial as Joshua leads the Israelites into unknown territories. It also foreshadows the Great Commission in <a href="/matthew/28-20.htm">Matthew 28:20</a>, where Jesus promises to be with His disciples always, to the end of the age.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/joshua.htm">Joshua</a> The central figure in this passage, Joshua is the successor of Moses and the leader of the Israelites as they prepare to enter the Promised Land. He is tasked with leading the people in the conquest of Canaan. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a> The God of Israel, who commands Joshua to be strong and courageous. Yahweh's presence and promises are central to the encouragement given to Joshua. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_israelites.htm">The Israelites</a> The people of God who are about to enter the Promised Land under Joshua's leadership. They are the recipients of God's promises and are called to trust in His guidance. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_promised_land.htm">The Promised Land (Canaan)</a> The land promised by God to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It represents the fulfillment of God's covenant and the place where the Israelites are to establish themselves as a nation. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_command.htm">The Command</a> God's directive to Joshua to be strong and courageous, emphasizing reliance on God's presence and promises rather than fear or discouragement.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/s/strength_and_courage_in_god.htm">Strength and Courage in God</a> True strength and courage come from reliance on God's presence and promises, not from our own abilities. <a href="/topical/o/overcoming_fear_and_discouragement.htm">Overcoming Fear and Discouragement</a> Fear and discouragement are natural human responses, but they can be overcome by trusting in God's constant presence. <a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness.htm">God's Faithfulness</a> God's promise to be with Joshua is a reflection of His unchanging faithfulness to His people throughout history. <a href="/topical/l/leadership_and_obedience.htm">Leadership and Obedience</a> Effective leadership in God's kingdom requires obedience to His commands and trust in His guidance. <a href="/topical/p/personal_application.htm">Personal Application</a> Just as Joshua was called to be strong and courageous, believers today are called to face their own challenges with the assurance of God's presence.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_joshua_1.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Joshua 1</a> <a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_fear.htm">What does the Bible say about not being afraid?</a> <a href="/q/why_should_you_not_be_afraid.htm">Why should you not be afraid?</a> <a href="/q/bible's_view_on_courage.htm">What does the Bible teach about courage?</a> <a href="/q/where_does_your_hope_come_from.htm">How can I find strength and courage in faith?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a> <a href="/commentaries/joshua/1-9.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>Have I not הֲל֤וֹא (hă·lō·w) Adverb - Negative particle <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3808.htm">Strong's 3808: </a> Not, no commanded you צִוִּיתִ֙יךָ֙ (ṣiw·wî·ṯî·ḵā) Verb - Piel - Perfect - first person common singular | second person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6680.htm">Strong's 6680: </a> To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order to be strong חֲזַ֣ק (ḥă·zaq) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2388.htm">Strong's 2388: </a> To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer and courageous? וֶאֱמָ֔ץ (we·’ĕ·māṣ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_553.htm">Strong's 553: </a> To be stout, strong, bold, alert Do not אַֽל־ (’al-) Adverb <a href="/hebrew/strongs_408.htm">Strong's 408: </a> Not be afraid תַּעֲרֹ֖ץ (ta·‘ă·rōṣ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6206.htm">Strong's 6206: </a> To cause to tremble, tremble or discouraged, תֵּחָ֑ת (tê·ḥāṯ) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2865.htm">Strong's 2865: </a> To prostrate, to break down, either, by violence, by confusion and fear for כִּ֤י (kî) Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> A relative conjunction the LORD יְהוָ֣ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel your God אֱלֹהֶ֔יךָ (’ĕ·lō·he·ḵā) Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative is with עִמְּךָ֙ (‘im·mə·ḵā) Preposition | second person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5973.htm">Strong's 5973: </a> With, equally with you wherever בְּכֹ֖ל (bə·ḵōl) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> The whole, all, any, every you go.” תֵּלֵֽךְ׃ (tê·lêḵ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1980.htm">Strong's 1980: </a> To go, come, walk <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/joshua/1-9.htm">Joshua 1:9 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/joshua/1-9.htm">OT History: Joshua 1:9 Haven't I commanded you? 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