New International VersionOn the seventh day, they got up at daybreak and marched around the city seven times in the same manner, except that on that day they circled the city seven times.
New Living TranslationOn the seventh day the Israelites got up at dawn and marched around the town as they had done before. But this time they went around the town seven times.
English Standard VersionOn the seventh day they rose early, at the dawn of day, and marched around the city in the same manner seven times. It was only on that day that they marched around the city seven times.
Berean Standard BibleThen on the seventh day, they got up at dawn and marched around the city seven times in the same manner. That was the only day they circled the city seven times.
King James BibleAnd it came to pass on the seventh day, that they rose early about the dawning of the day, and compassed the city after the same manner seven times: only on that day they compassed the city seven times.
New King James VersionBut it came to pass on the seventh day that they rose early, about the dawning of the day, and marched around the city seven times in the same manner. On that day only they marched around the city seven times.
New American Standard BibleThen on the seventh day they got up early at the dawning of the day and marched around the city in the same way seven times; only on that day did they march around the city seven times.
NASB 1995Then on the seventh day they rose early at the dawning of the day and marched around the city in the same manner seven times; only on that day they marched around the city seven times.
NASB 1977Then it came about on the seventh day that they rose early at the dawning of the day and marched around the city in the same manner seven times; only on that day they marched around the city seven times.
Legacy Standard BibleThen it happened that on the seventh day they rose early at the breaking of dawn and marched around the city in the same manner seven times; only on that day they marched around the city seven times.
Amplified BibleThen on the seventh day they got up early at daybreak and marched around the city in the same way seven times; only on that day they marched around the city seven times.
Christian Standard BibleEarly on the seventh day, they started at dawn and marched around the city seven times in the same way. That was the only day they marched around the city seven times.
Holman Christian Standard BibleEarly on the seventh day, they started at dawn and marched around the city seven times in the same way. That was the only day they marched around the city seven times.
American Standard VersionAnd it came to pass on the seventh day, that they rose early at the dawning of the day, and compassed the city after the same manner seven times: only on the day they compassed the city seven times.
Contemporary English VersionOn the seventh day, the army got up at daybreak. They marched slowly around Jericho the same as they had done for the past six days, except on this day they went around seven times.
English Revised VersionAnd it came to pass on the seventh day, that they rose early at the dawning of the day, and compassed the city after the same manner seven times: only on that day they compassed the city seven times.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationOn the seventh day they got up at dawn. They marched around the city seven times the same way they had done it before. That was the only day they marched around it seven times.
Good News TranslationOn the seventh day they got up at daybreak and marched seven times around the city in the same way--this was the only day that they marched around it seven times.
International Standard VersionThey rose early at dawn on the seventh day and marched around the city seven times, just as they had before, except that on that day only they marched around the city seven times.
NET BibleOn the seventh day they were up at the crack of dawn and marched around the city as before--only this time they marched around it seven times.
New Heart English BibleIt happened on the seventh day, that they rose early at the dawning of the day, and marched around the city in the same way seven times. Only on this day they marched around the city seven times.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd it came to pass on the seventh day, that they rose early about the dawning of the day, and compassed the city after the same manner seven times: only on that day they compassed the city seven times. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen on the seventh day, they got up at dawn and marched around the city seven times in the same manner. That was the only day they circled the city seven times.
World English BibleOn the seventh day, they rose early at the dawning of the day, and marched around the city in the same way seven times. On this day only they marched around the city seven times. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd it comes to pass, on the seventh day, that they rise early, at the ascending of the dawn, and go around the city, according to this manner, seven times; (only on that day have they gone around the city seven times);
Young's Literal Translation And it cometh to pass, on the seventh day, that they rise early, at the ascending of the dawn, and compass the city, according to this manner, seven times; (only, on that day they have compassed the city seven times);
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd it will be in the seventh day, and they will rise early in the ascending of the dawn, and they will encompass the city according to this judgment seven times; only in that day they encompassed the city seven times. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBut the seventh day, rising up early, they went about the city, as it was ordered, seven times.
Catholic Public Domain VersionThen, on the seventh day, rising at first light, they circled the city, just as had been ordered, seven times.
New American BibleOn the seventh day, beginning at daybreak, they marched around the city seven times in the same manner; on that day only did they march around the city seven times.
New Revised Standard VersionOn the seventh day they rose early, at dawn, and marched around the city in the same manner seven times. It was only on that day that they marched around the city seven times. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd on the seventh day, they rose in the morning, and compassed the city after the same manner seven times; it was on that day only that they compassed the city seven times.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd on the seventh day they arose at dawn and they went around the city according to this law, seven times, but they went around it seven times only on that day OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And it came to pass on the seventh day, that they rose early at the dawning of the day, and compassed the city after the same manner seven times; only on that day they compassed the city seven times.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd on the seventh day they rose up early, and compassed the city on that day seven times.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Walls of Jericho… 14So on the second day they marched around the city once and returned to the camp. They did this for six days. 15Thenon the seventhday,they got upat dawnand marched aroundthe cityseventimesin the samemanner.Thatwas the onlydaythey circledthe cityseventimes.16After the seventh time around, the priests blew the horns, and Joshua commanded the people, “Shout! For the LORD has given you the city!…
Cross References Hebrews 11:30By faith the walls of Jericho fell, after the people had marched around them for seven days.
2 Corinthians 10:4The weapons of our warfare are not the weapons of the flesh. Instead, they have divine power to demolish strongholds.
Exodus 23:30Little by little I will drive them out ahead of you, until you become fruitful and possess the land.
1 Kings 18:36-39At the time of the evening sacrifice, Elijah the prophet approached the altar and said, “O LORD, God of Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, let it be known this day that You are God in Israel and that I am Your servant and have done all these things at Your command. / Answer me, O LORD! Answer me, so that this people will know that You, the LORD, are God, and that You have turned their hearts back again.” / Then the fire of the LORD fell and consumed the sacrifice, the wood, the stones, and the dust, and it licked up the water in the trench. ...
Isaiah 55:8-9“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways,” declares the LORD. / “For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so My ways are higher than your ways and My thoughts than your thoughts.
1 Samuel 17:20So David got up early in the morning, left the flock with a keeper, loaded up, and set out as Jesse had instructed him. He reached the camp as the army was marching out to its position and shouting the battle cry.
Judges 7:7Then the LORD said to Gideon, “With the three hundred men who lapped the water I will save you and deliver the Midianites into your hand. But all the others are to go home.”
2 Chronicles 20:20-22Early in the morning they got up and left for the Wilderness of Tekoa. As they set out, Jehoshaphat stood up and said, “Hear me, O people of Judah and Jerusalem. Believe in the LORD your God, and you will be upheld; believe in His prophets, and you will succeed.” / Then Jehoshaphat consulted with the people and appointed those who would sing to the LORD and praise the splendor of His holiness. As they went out before the army, they were singing: “Give thanks to the LORD, for His loving devotion endures forever.” / The moment they began their shouts and praises, the LORD set ambushes against the men of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir who had come against Judah, and they were defeated.
Romans 8:37No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.
Psalm 44:3For it was not by their sword that they took the land; their arm did not bring them victory. It was by Your right hand, Your arm, and the light of Your face, because You favored them.
Matthew 17:20“Because you have so little faith,” He answered. “For truly I tell you, if you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”
Mark 11:22-23“Have faith in God,” Jesus said to them. / “Truly I tell you that if anyone says to this mountain, ‘Be lifted up and thrown into the sea,’ and has no doubt in his heart but believes that it will happen, it will be done for him.
Luke 1:37For no word from God will ever fail.”
Acts 16:25-26About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them. / Suddenly a strong earthquake shook the foundations of the prison. At once all the doors flew open and everyone’s chains came loose.
Revelation 11:15Then the seventh angel sounded his trumpet, and loud voices called out in heaven: “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He will reign forever and ever.”
Treasury of Scripture And it came to pass on the seventh day, that they rose early about the dawning of the day, and compassed the city after the same manner seven times: only on that day they compassed the city seven times. about the dawning Psalm 119:147
I prevented the dawning of the morning, and cried: I hoped in thy word. Matthew 28:1
In the end of the sabbath, as it began to dawn toward the firstday of the week, came Mary Magdalene and the other Mary to see the sepulchre. 2 Peter 1:19
We have also a more sure word of prophecy; whereunto ye do well that ye take heed, as unto a light that shineth in a dark place, until the day dawn, and the day star arise in your hearts: only on that day Joshua 6:4
And seven priests shall bear before the ark seven trumpets of rams' horns: and the seventh day ye shall compass the city seven times, and the priests shall blow with the trumpets. Jump to Previous CircledCityCompassedDawningDaybreakEarlyExceptMannerMarchedRoseRoundSevenSeventhTimesWayJump to Next CircledCityCompassedDawningDaybreakEarlyExceptMannerMarchedRoseRoundSevenSeventhTimesWayJoshua 6 1.Jericho is shut up2.God instructs Joshua how to beseige it12.The city is composed17.It is accursed20.The walls fall down22.Rahab is saved26.The builder of Jericho is cursedThen on the seventh dayThe seventh day holds significant biblical symbolism, often representing completion or perfection, as seen in the creation account ( Genesis 2:2-3). This day marks the culmination of the Israelites' obedience to God's specific instructions for conquering Jericho, emphasizing the importance of divine timing and fulfillment of God's promises. they got up at dawn
Rising early demonstrates the Israelites' eagerness and readiness to follow God's command. This practice of early rising for significant events is seen throughout Scripture, such as Abraham rising early to obey God (Genesis 22:3) and Jesus rising early to pray (Mark 1:35), indicating dedication and commitment to God's will. and marched around the city seven times
The act of marching around Jericho seven times on the seventh day is a unique military strategy that underscores reliance on God's power rather than human strength. The number seven is often associated with divine completeness and perfection. This repetitive action also serves as a test of faith and obedience, reminiscent of Naaman's seven dips in the Jordan River for healing (2 Kings 5:10-14). in the same manner
This phrase indicates consistency and faithfulness in following God's instructions. The Israelites maintained the same procedure as the previous six days, highlighting the importance of perseverance and steadfastness in faith, as echoed inGalatians 6:9, which encourages believers not to grow weary in doing good. That was the only day they circled the city seven times.
This distinction sets the seventh day apart, emphasizing its significance and the miraculous nature of the impending victory. It highlights the uniqueness of God's plan and the importance of following His specific instructions. The singularity of this event points to the extraordinary intervention of God, similar to other miraculous events in Scripture, such as the parting of the Red Sea (Exodus 14:21-22). Persons / Places / Events 1. JoshuaThe leader of the Israelites, who succeeded Moses and led the people into the Promised Land. He is a central figure in the conquest of Jericho. 2. The IsraelitesThe people of God, chosen to inherit the Promised Land. They are obedient to God's commands as they march around Jericho. 3. JerichoA fortified city in Canaan, representing the first major obstacle in the Israelites' conquest of the Promised Land. 4. The Seventh DayA significant day in the biblical account, often associated with completion and divine intervention. In this context, it marks the culmination of the Israelites' obedience and faith. 5. Marching Around the CityA unique military strategy commanded by God, emphasizing faith and obedience over conventional warfare tactics. Teaching Points Obedience to God's CommandsThe Israelites' success at Jericho was not due to military might but their obedience to God's unconventional instructions. This teaches us the importance of trusting and obeying God's guidance, even when it defies human logic. The Power of FaithThe act of marching around Jericho for seven days required faith in God's promise. Our faith in God's promises can lead to victory over seemingly insurmountable challenges. Divine TimingThe significance of the seventh day highlights God's perfect timing. We are reminded to be patient and trust in God's timing for the fulfillment of His promises. Community and UnityThe Israelites acted as one body, following Joshua's leadership. This unity was crucial for their success, teaching us the importance of community and collective faith in achieving God's purposes. Symbolism of the Number SevenThe number seven often symbolizes completeness and perfection in the Bible. This event encourages us to seek spiritual completeness through our relationship with God. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Joshua 6
How did Joshua lead the Israelites into the Promised Land?
Is there any archeological evidence supporting a sudden destruction of Jericho’s walls in this manner (Joshua 6)?
How are Joshua and Jesus similar?
What is Jericho's significance in the Bible?Verse 15. - And it came to pass on the seventh day. Why did God command this long pause of suspense and expectation? Even to teach us that His ways are not as our ways, and that we had far better leave the issue in His hands, than by our impatience to anticipate, and not unfrequently frustrate, the course of His Providence. ? Calvin. There is a time to act and a time to wait patiently. If we seek His guidance by prayer, God will tell us when to do either. And when it is our duty not to do anything ourselves, but to wait for the deliverance which He never fails to send in His own good time, let us be careful to restrain ourselves, lest by our rash intermeddling with His designs, we bring disgrace and disaster upon ourselves and His cause. Had the Israelites disobeyed His command, and instead of the solemn procession round Jericho, ventured to attack the city at once, it would have fared worse with them than at Ai, or at the wilderness of Pavan ( Numbers 14:45). About the dawning. So the Chethibh. The Ken substitutes כְּ for בְּ, i.e., as soon as it was dawn. Literally, "as the dawn went up." After this manner. Literally, according to this judgment, "sieur dispositum erat" (Vulg.). For a similar use of מִשְׁפָט see Genesis 40:13, and compare the proverb mos pro lege.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Thenוַיְהִ֣י ׀(way·hî)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961:To fall out, come to pass, become, beon the seventhהַשְּׁבִיעִ֗י(haš·šə·ḇî·‘î)Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular
Strong's 7637:Seventh (an ordinal number)day,בַּיּ֣וֹם(bay·yō·wm)Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3117:A daythey got upוַיַּשְׁכִּ֙מוּ֙(way·yaš·ki·mū)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 7925:To load up, to start early in the morningat dawnכַּעֲל֣וֹת(ka·‘ă·lō·wṯ)Preposition-k | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 7837:Dawnand marched aroundוַיָּסֹ֧בּוּ(way·yā·sōb·bū)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 5437:To turn about, go around, surroundthe cityהָעִ֛יר(hā·‘îr)Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5892:Excitementsevenשֶׁ֣בַע(še·ḇa‘)Number - feminine singular
Strong's 7651:Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite numbertimesפְּעָמִ֑ים(pə·‘ā·mîm)Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 6471:A beat, foot, anvil, occurrencein the sameהַזֶּ֖ה(haz·zeh)Article | Pronoun - masculine singular
Strong's 2088:This, thatmanner.כַּמִּשְׁפָּ֥ט(kam·miš·pāṭ)Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4941:A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, styleThatהַה֔וּא(ha·hū)Article | Pronoun - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1931:He, self, the same, this, that, as, arewas the onlyרַ֚ק(raq)Adverb
Strong's 7535:But, even, except, howbeit howsoever, at the least, neverthelessdayבַּיּ֣וֹם(bay·yō·wm)Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3117:A daythey circledסָבְב֥וּ(sā·ḇə·ḇū)Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 5437:To turn about, go around, surroundthe cityהָעִ֖יר(hā·‘îr)Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5892:Excitementsevenשֶׁ֥בַע(še·ḇa‘)Number - feminine singular
Strong's 7651:Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite numbertimes.פְּעָמִֽים׃(pə·‘ā·mîm)Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 6471:A beat, foot, anvil, occurrence
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