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Everyone in the land is living in terror. <a href="/esv/joshua/2.htm">English Standard Version</a> and said to the men, “I know that the LORD has given you the land, and that the fear of you has fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land melt away before you. <a href="/bsb/joshua/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> and said to them, “I know that the LORD has given you this land and that the fear of you has fallen on us, so that all who dwell in the land are melting in fear of you. <a href="/kjv/joshua/2.htm">King James Bible</a> And she said unto the men, I know that the LORD hath given you the land, and that your terror is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint because of you. <a href="/nkjv/joshua/2.htm">New King James Version</a> and said to the men: “I know that the LORD has given you the land, that the terror of you has fallen on us, and that all the inhabitants of the land are fainthearted because of you. <a href="/nasb_/joshua/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> and said to the men, “I know that the LORD has given you the land, and that the terror of you has fallen on us, and that all the inhabitants of the land have despaired because of you. <a href="/nasb/joshua/2.htm">NASB 1995</a> and said to the men, &#8220I know that the LORD has given you the land, and that the terror of you has fallen on us, and that all the inhabitants of the land have melted away before you. <a href="/nasb77/joshua/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a> and said to the men, “I know that the LORD has given you the land, and that the terror of you has fallen on us, and that all the inhabitants of the land have melted away before you. <a href="/lsb/joshua/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> and said to the men, “I know that Yahweh has given you the land, and that the terror of you has fallen on us, and that all the inhabitants of the land have melted away before you. <a href="/amp/joshua/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a> and she said to the men, “I know that the LORD has given you the land, and that the terror and dread of you has fallen on us, and that all the inhabitants of the land have melted [in despair] because of you. <a href="/csb/joshua/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> and said to them, “I know that the LORD has given you this land and that the terror of you has fallen on us, and everyone who lives in the land is panicking because of you. <a href="/hcsb/joshua/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> and said to them, &#8220I know that the LORD has given you this land and that the terror of you has fallen on us, and everyone who lives in the land is panicking because of you. <a href="/asv/joshua/2.htm">American Standard Version</a> and she said unto the men, I know that Jehovah hath given you the land, and that the fear of you is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land melt away before you. <a href="/cev/joshua/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> I know that the LORD has given Israel this land. Everyone shakes with fear because of you. <a href="/erv/joshua/2.htm">English Revised Version</a> and she said unto the men, I know that the LORD hath given you the land, and that your terror is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land melt away before you. <a href="/gwt/joshua/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> She said to them, "I know the LORD will give you this land. Your presence terrifies us. All the people in this country are deathly afraid of you. <a href="/gnt/joshua/2.htm">Good News Translation</a> and said to them, "I know that the LORD has given you this land. Everyone in the country is terrified of you. <a href="/isv/joshua/2.htm">International Standard Version</a> "I'm really convinced that the LORD has given you the land," she said, "because we're overwhelmed with fear of you. All the other inhabitants of the land are demoralized at your presence, <a href="/msb/joshua/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> and said to them, “I know that the LORD has given you this land and that the fear of you has fallen on us, so that all who dwell in the land are melting in fear of you. <a href="/net/joshua/2.htm">NET Bible</a> She said to the men, "I know the LORD is handing this land over to you. We are absolutely terrified of you, and all who live in the land are cringing before you. <a href="/nheb/joshua/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> and she said to the men, "I know that the LORD has given you the land, and that the fear of you has fallen on us, and that all the inhabitants of the land melt away before you. <a href="/wbt/joshua/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And she said to the men, I know that the LORD hath given you the land, and that your terror hath fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint because of you. <a href="/web/joshua/2.htm">World English Bible</a> She said to the men, “I know that Yahweh has given you the land, and that the fear of you has fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land melt away before you. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/joshua/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and she says to the men, “I have known that YHWH has given the land to you, and that your terror has fallen on us, and that all the inhabitants of the land have melted at your presence. <a href="/ylt/joshua/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and she saith unto the men, 'I have known that Jehovah hath given to you the land, and that your terror hath fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land have melted at your presence. <a href="/slt/joshua/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And she will say to the men, I knew that Jehovah gave to you the land, and that your terror fell upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land melted from your face.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/joshua/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> I know that the Lord hath given this land to you: for the dread of you is fallen upon us, and all the inhabitants of the land have lost all strength. <a href="/cpdv/joshua/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> “I know that the Lord has given this land to you. For the terror of you has fallen upon us, and all the inhabitants of the land have languished. <a href="/nabre/joshua/2.htm">New American Bible</a> and said: “I know that the LORD has given you the land, that a dread of you has come upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land tremble with fear because of you. <a href="/nrsvce/joshua/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> and said to the men: “I know that the LORD has given you the land, and that dread of you has fallen on us, and that all the inhabitants of the land melt in fear before you.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/joshua/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And she said to the men, I know that the LORD has given you the land, and that your terror has fallen upon us, and that also all the inhabitants of the land are terrified because of you. <a href="/hpbt/joshua/2.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> And she said to the men: “I know that LORD JEHOVAH has delivered the land to you and the fear of you has fallen upon us, also all of the inhabitants of the land are afraid before you<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/joshua/2.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> and she said unto the men: 'I know that the LORD hath given you the land, and that your terror is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land melt away before you. <a href="/sep/joshua/2.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> and she said to them, I know that the Lord has given you the land; for the fear of you has fallen upon us. <a href="/parallel/joshua/2-9.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/p91zXIGB0Rk?start=276" 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/2.htm">The Promise to Rahab</a> 8Before the spies lay down for the night, Rahab went up on the roof 9<a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: wat·tō·mer (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">and said</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’el- (Prep) -- To, into, towards. ">to them,</a> <a href="/hebrew/582.htm" title="582: hā·’ă·nā·šîm (Art:: N-mp) -- Man, mankind. From 'anash; properly, a mortal; hence, a man in general."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3045.htm" title="3045: yā·ḏa‘·tî (V-Qal-Perf-1cs) -- A primitive root; to know; used in a great variety of senses, figuratively, literally, euphemistically and inferentially.">“I know</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">that</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/5414.htm" title="5414: nā·ṯan (V-Qal-Perf-3ms) -- To give, put, set. A primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application.">has given</a> <a href="/hebrew/lā·ḵem (Prep:: 2mp) -- ">you</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/776.htm" title="776: hā·’ā·reṣ (Art:: N-fs) -- Earth, land. From an unused root probably meaning to be firm; the earth.">this land</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: wə·ḵî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">and that</a> <a href="/hebrew/367.htm" title="367: ’ê·maṯ·ḵem (N-fsc:: 2mp) -- Terror, dread. Or remah; from the same as 'ayom; fright; concrete, an idol.">the fear of you</a> <a href="/hebrew/5307.htm" title="5307: nā·p̄ə·lāh (V-Qal-Perf-3fs) -- To fall, lie. A primitive root; to fall, in a great variety of applications.">has fallen</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘ā·lê·nū (Prep:: 1cp) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">on us,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: wə·ḵî (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">so that</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: kāl- (N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">all</a> <a href="/hebrew/3427.htm" title="3427: yō·šə·ḇê (V-Qal-Prtcpl-mpc) -- A primitive root; properly, to sit down; by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry.">who dwell</a> <a href="/hebrew/776.htm" title="776: hā·’ā·reṣ (Art:: N-fs) -- Earth, land. From an unused root probably meaning to be firm; the earth.">in the land</a> <a href="/hebrew/4127.htm" title="4127: nā·mō·ḡū (V-Nifal-Perf-3cp) -- To melt. A primitive root; to melt, i.e. Literally, or figuratively.">are melting in fear</a> <a href="/hebrew/6440.htm" title="6440: mip·pə·nê·ḵem (Prep-m:: N-mpc:: 2mp) -- Face, faces. Plural of an unused noun; the face; used in a great variety of applications; also as a preposition.">of you.</a> 10For we have heard how the LORD dried up the waters of the Red Sea before you when you came out of Egypt, and what you did to Sihon and Og, the two kings of the Amorites across the Jordan, whom you devoted to destruction.…<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="/exodus/15-14.htm">Exodus 15:14-16</a> The nations will hear and tremble; anguish will grip the dwellers of Philistia. / Then the chiefs of Edom will be dismayed; trembling will seize the leaders of Moab; those who dwell in Canaan will melt away, / and terror and dread will fall on them. By the power of Your arm they will be as still as a stone until Your people pass by, O LORD, until the people You have bought pass by. <a href="/deuteronomy/2-25.htm">Deuteronomy 2:25</a> This very day I will begin to put the dread and fear of you upon all the nations under heaven. They will hear the reports of you and tremble in anguish because of you.” <a href="/deuteronomy/11-25.htm">Deuteronomy 11:25</a> No man will be able to stand against you; the LORD your God will put the fear and dread of you upon all the land, wherever you set foot, as He has promised you. <a href="/numbers/22-3.htm">Numbers 22:3</a> and Moab was terrified of the people because they were numerous. Indeed, Moab dreaded the Israelites. <a href="/exodus/23-27.htm">Exodus 23:27</a> I will send My terror ahead of you and throw into confusion every nation you encounter. I will make all your enemies turn and run. <a href="/psalms/105-38.htm">Psalm 105:38</a> Egypt was glad when they departed, for the dread of Israel had fallen on them. <a href="/isaiah/23-5.htm">Isaiah 23:5</a> When the report reaches Egypt, they will writhe in agony over the news of Tyre. <a href="/isaiah/41-5.htm">Isaiah 41:5</a> The islands see and fear; the ends of the earth tremble. They approach and come forward. <a href="/1_samuel/14-15.htm">1 Samuel 14:15</a> Then panic struck the Philistines in the camp, in the field, and among all the people. Even those in the outposts and raiding parties trembled. Indeed, the earth quaked, and panic spread from God. <a href="/2_chronicles/20-29.htm">2 Chronicles 20:29</a> And the fear of God came upon all the kingdoms of the lands when they heard that the LORD had fought against the enemies of Israel. <a href="/hebrews/11-31.htm">Hebrews 11:31</a> By faith the prostitute Rahab, because she welcomed the spies in peace, did not perish with those who were disobedient. <a href="/james/2-25.htm">James 2:25</a> In the same way, was not even Rahab the prostitute justified by her actions when she welcomed the spies and sent them off on another route? <a href="/revelation/3-8.htm">Revelation 3:8</a> I know your deeds. Behold, I have placed before you an open door, which no one can shut. I know that you have only a little strength, yet you have kept My word and have not denied My name. <a href="/matthew/1-5.htm">Matthew 1:5</a> Salmon was the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse, <a href="/romans/1-8.htm">Romans 1:8</a> First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is being proclaimed all over the world.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And she said to the men, I know that the LORD has given you the land, and that your terror is fallen on us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint because of you.I know<a href="/exodus/18-11.htm">Exodus 18:11</a> Now I know that the LORD is greater than all gods: for in the thing wherein they dealt proudly he was above them.<a href="/2_kings/5-15.htm">2 Kings 5:15</a> And he returned to the man of God, he and all his company, and came, and stood before him: and he said, Behold, now I know that there is no God in all the earth, but in Israel: now therefore, I pray thee, take a blessing of thy servant.<a href="/job/19-25.htm">Job 19:25</a> For I know that my redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth:that the Lord<a href="/genesis/13-14.htm">Genesis 13:14-17</a> And the LORD said unto Abram, after that Lot was separated from him, Lift up now thine eyes, and look from the place where thou art northward, and southward, and eastward, and westward: … <a href="/genesis/15-18.htm">Genesis 15:18-21</a> In the same day the LORD made a covenant with Abram, saying, Unto thy seed have I given this land, from the river of Egypt unto the great river, the river Euphrates: … <a href="/exodus/3-6.htm">Exodus 3:6-8</a> Moreover he said, I am the God of thy father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob. And Moses hid his face; for he was afraid to look upon God… your terror<a href="/genesis/35-5.htm">Genesis 35:5</a> And they journeyed: and the terror of God was upon the cities that were round about them, and they did not pursue after the sons of Jacob.<a href="/exodus/15-15.htm">Exodus 15:15,16</a> Then the dukes of Edom shall be amazed; the mighty men of Moab, trembling shall take hold upon them; all the inhabitants of Canaan shall melt away… <a href="/exodus/23-27.htm">Exodus 23:27</a> I will send my fear before thee, and will destroy all the people to whom thou shalt come, and I will make all thine enemies turn their backs unto thee.faint [heb] melt<a href="/joshua/2-11.htm">Joshua 2:11</a> And as soon as we had heard these things, our hearts did melt, neither did there remain any more courage in any man, because of you: for the LORD your God, he is God in heaven above, and in earth beneath.<a href="/1_samuel/14-16.htm">1 Samuel 14:16</a> And the watchmen of Saul in Gibeah of Benjamin looked; and, behold, the multitude melted away, and they went on beating down one another.<a href="/2_samuel/17-10.htm">2 Samuel 17:10</a> And he also that is valiant, whose heart is as the heart of a lion, shall utterly melt: for all Israel knoweth that thy father is a mighty man, and they which be with him are valiant men.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/joshua/2-3.htm">Country</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/32-17.htm">Dread</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/13-15.htm">Inhabitants</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/33-28.htm">Live</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/20-8.htm">Melt</a> <a href="/exodus/16-21.htm">Melted</a> <a href="/nahum/2-10.htm">Melting</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/33-27.htm">Presence</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/34-12.htm">Terror</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/joshua/2-16.htm">Country</a> <a href="/1_samuel/11-7.htm">Dread</a> <a href="/joshua/2-24.htm">Inhabitants</a> <a href="/joshua/2-13.htm">Live</a> <a href="/joshua/2-11.htm">Melt</a> <a href="/joshua/2-11.htm">Melted</a> <a href="/joshua/2-24.htm">Melting</a> <a href="/joshua/4-11.htm">Presence</a> <a href="/1_samuel/14-15.htm">Terror</a><div class="vheading2">Joshua 2</div>1. <a href="/joshua/2-1.htm">Rahab receives and conceals the two spies sent from Shittim</a> 8. <a href="/joshua/2-8.htm">The covenant between her and them</a> 23. <a href="/joshua/2-23.htm">Their return and description of events</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> <script type="text/javascript"> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading"><a href="/study/joshua/2.htm">Berean Study Bible</a></div>I know The phrase "I know" indicates a personal conviction and certainty. In Hebrew, the word used is "yada," which implies an intimate understanding or recognition. Rahab's declaration of knowledge is significant because it shows her awareness of God's actions and plans. This knowledge is not just intellectual but is rooted in a deep-seated belief that influences her actions. Her acknowledgment of God's sovereignty is a testament to the power of His reputation and the impact of His deeds on those who hear of them.the LORD The term "LORD" in this context is the translation of the Hebrew "YHWH," the sacred and personal name of God. This name signifies God's eternal presence and covenantal faithfulness. Rahab's use of this name indicates her recognition of the God of Israel as the true God, distinct from the pagan deities of her own culture. It reflects a profound respect and acknowledgment of His supreme authority over the land and its people.has given you this land The phrase "has given you this land" speaks to the divine promise and fulfillment of God's covenant with Israel. The Hebrew verb "natan" (to give) is used here, emphasizing the certainty and irrevocability of God's promise. Rahab's statement acknowledges that the land of Canaan is not just a territory to be conquered but a divine gift to the Israelites. This reflects the overarching biblical theme of God's faithfulness to His promises and His sovereign control over history.the fear of you has fallen upon us "Fear" in this context is translated from the Hebrew word "pachad," which denotes a terror or dread that is overwhelming. The phrase "has fallen upon us" suggests a sudden and pervasive impact, indicating that the reputation of the Israelites and their God has spread throughout the land, causing widespread panic. This fear is not merely of the Israelites as a people but of the power of their God, who fights on their behalf. It underscores the idea that God's presence with His people is a formidable force that instills fear in their enemies.all the inhabitants of the land This phrase highlights the comprehensive nature of the fear that has gripped Canaan. "All the inhabitants" suggests that no one is exempt from this dread, indicating the widespread recognition of the Israelites' God and His mighty works. It reflects the fulfillment of God's promise to make His name known among the nations and to demonstrate His power through His chosen people.are melting in fear of you The imagery of "melting in fear" conveys a sense of complete dissolution and helplessness. The Hebrew word "muwg" (to melt) is used here, painting a vivid picture of the inhabitants' courage and resolve dissolving in the face of the impending threat. This phrase captures the psychological and emotional impact of God's reputation and the Israelites' approach, emphasizing the theme of divine intervention and the fulfillment of God's promises through His people's obedience and faith.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/joshua/2.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(9-11) She said unto the men, I know that the Lord hath given you the land. . . .--The words of this confession are memorable in everyway. Note the fulfilment of the prophetic song of Moses, which is partly repeated here (<a href="/context/exodus/15-15.htm" title="Then the dukes of Edom shall be amazed; the mighty men of Moab, trembling shall take hold on them; all the inhabitants of Canaan shall melt away.">Exodus 15:15-16</a>, with <a href="/context/joshua/2-9.htm" title="And she said to the men, I know that the LORD has given you the land, and that your terror is fallen on us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint because of you.">Joshua 2:9-11</a>), "All the inhabitants of Canaan shall melt away; fear and dread shall fall upon them." But especially observe the expression of Rahab's own belief, "Jehovah, your God, He is God in heaven above and in earth beneath." Did the faith of the men of Israel go much further than this? Did it always go so far? (Comp. <a href="/joshua/24-14.htm" title="Now therefore fear the LORD, and serve him in sincerity and in truth: and put away the gods which your fathers served on the other side of the flood, and in Egypt; and serve you the LORD.">Joshua 24:14</a>; <a href="/1_kings/18-21.htm" title="And Elijah came to all the people, and said, How long halt you between two opinions? if the LORD be God, follow him: but if Baal, then follow him. And the people answered him not a word.">1Kings 18:21</a>; <a href="/context/jonah/1-9.htm" title="And he said to them, I am an Hebrew; and I fear the LORD, the God of heaven, which has made the sea and the dry land.">Jonah 1:9-10</a>). The prophets themselves could not assert much more. The greatest of them were satisfied if they could bring the people of Israel to acknowledge this. Rahab's confession is also one of a series. The Egyptians, Philistines, Syrians, Assyrians, Babylonians, Persians, were all in turn brought to the same acknowledgment by their contact with Israel. The reason is stated in <a href="/joshua/4-24.htm" title="That all the people of the earth might know the hand of the LORD, that it is mighty: that you might fear the LORD your God for ever.">Joshua 4:24</a>, "That all the people of the earth may know the hand of Jehovah, that it is mighty." . . . <div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/joshua/2.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 9. - Hath given. Rahab's faith is shown by this expression. What God willed she regarded as already done. To speak of the future as of a past already fulfilled is the usual language of the Hebrew prophets. Faint, Literally, melt; cf. <a href="/exodus/15-15.htm">Exodus 15:15, 16</a>, which is thus shown to be not poetic license, but sober fact. For we may take the future in the passage just cited as a present, and translate, "All the inhabitants of Canaan melt away; fear and dread are falling upon them" (cf. <a href="/deuteronomy/2-25.htm">Deuteronomy 2:25</a>; <a href="/deuteronomy/11-25.htm">Deuteronomy 11:25</a>). <a href="/commentaries/joshua/2-9.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>and said וַתֹּ֙אמֶר֙ (wat·tō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> To utter, say to them, אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_413.htm">Strong's 413: </a> Near, with, among, to “I know יָדַ֕עְתִּי (yā·ḏa‘·tî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3045.htm">Strong's 3045: </a> To know that כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> A relative conjunction the LORD יְהוָ֛ה (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 has given נָתַ֧ן (nā·ṯan) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5414.htm">Strong's 5414: </a> To give, put, set you this land הָאָ֑רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ) Article | Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_776.htm">Strong's 776: </a> Earth, land and that וְכִֽי־ (wə·ḵî-) Conjunctive waw | Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> A relative conjunction the fear of you אֵֽימַתְכֶם֙ (’ê·maṯ·ḵem) Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_367.htm">Strong's 367: </a> Fright, an idol has fallen נָפְלָ֤ה (nā·p̄ə·lāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5307.htm">Strong's 5307: </a> To fall, lie on us, עָלֵ֔ינוּ (‘ā·lê·nū) Preposition | first person common plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against so that וְכִ֥י (wə·ḵî) Conjunctive waw | Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> A relative conjunction all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> The whole, all, any, every the inhabitants יֹשְׁבֵ֥י (yō·šə·ḇê) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3427.htm">Strong's 3427: </a> To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry of the land הָאָ֖רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ) Article | Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_776.htm">Strong's 776: </a> Earth, land are melting in fear נָמֹ֛גוּ (nā·mō·ḡū) Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person common plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4127.htm">Strong's 4127: </a> To melt of you. מִפְּנֵיכֶֽם׃ (mip·pə·nê·ḵem) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6440.htm">Strong's 6440: </a> The face <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/joshua/2-9.htm">Joshua 2:9 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/joshua/2-9.htm">Joshua 2:9 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/joshua/2-9.htm">Joshua 2:9 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/joshua/2-9.htm">Joshua 2:9 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/joshua/2-9.htm">Joshua 2:9 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/joshua/2-9.htm">Joshua 2:9 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/joshua/2-9.htm">Joshua 2:9 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/joshua/2-9.htm">Joshua 2:9 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/joshua/2-9.htm">Joshua 2:9 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/joshua/2-9.htm">Joshua 2:9 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/joshua/2-9.htm">OT History: Joshua 2:9 And she said to the men (Josh. 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