Be strong, and of good courage,.... The same exhortation Moses gave him, De 31:7; and is afterwards repeated in this chapter, as being of great moment and importance, as it is in the general of an army to show greatness and strength of mind, valour and courage, and not be dismayed at the number and strength of the enemy.
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Joshua 1:6
Joshua 1:6
John Gill's Exposition of the Entire Bible · John Gill (1697–1771) · Public Domain
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