Joshua 1:6-9

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Joshua 1:8

Ver. 8. This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth, &c.— "This law, whose original is laid up in the sanctuary, shall never cease to be the subject of thy meditations and discourses, that so all thy conduct may be perfectly conformable thereto." By which it is evident, that Joshua had a copy of the law for his private use; and that it was the intention of God, that he should set an example to all kings and governors who should come after him, of a devout application to the study... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Joshua 1:9

Ver. 9. Have not I commanded thee? &c.— These are the grounds of that intrepid courage which was to animate the soul of Joshua 1:0 st, The calling wherewith God had dignified him. 2nd, The positive promise of a lasting protection. REFLECTIONS.—Moses had been a faithful servant; but death is the common lot of man. By removing from the people this most useful minister, God will call them off from dependance on, and attachment to men. Joshua must arise; and, though conscious of great... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Joshua 1:1-9

1. God’s charge to Joshua 1:1-9In one sense Joshua 1:1-9 are a preamble to the whole book. They contain the basic principles that were to guide Joshua and Israel so they could obtain all that God had promised their forefathers. read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Joshua 1:6

God exhorted Joshua on the basis of this promise (Joshua 1:5) to be "strong" and "courageous" (cf. Deuteronomy 31:6). Ownership of the land depended on God’s faithfulness, but occupation of the land depended on Israel’s faithfulness (cf. Deuteronomy 30:20).The writer stressed two major theological points in this book: Yahweh’s faithfulness in giving Israel the Promised Land, and Yahweh’s hatred of sin. [Note: Constable, p. 103.] "The word ’inherit’ ["possession" in the NASB] used to describe... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Joshua 1:7

Joshua’s responsibility included unswerving obedience to the Mosaic Law. This would be the key to his success. Knowing the law was only the first step. Practicing it was what would make Joshua effective (cf. Deuteronomy 5:32-33)."The important lesson which we hence learn is, that in nothing is there more scope for the display of the highest moral heroism than in daring, in all circumstances, to cleave steadfastly to the word of God as the rule of our conduct. It is in this chiefly that the... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Joshua 1:8

Moses had left Israel a written document that the Israelites regarded as authoritative law, namely, the Mosaic Law. The Lord commanded Joshua to keep this Word in mind constantly so he would remember his responsibilities under God and find encouragement to keep them (cf. Psalms 1:2; Isaiah 59:21)."The phrase ’from your mouth’ refers to the custom of muttering while studying or reflecting. The Hebrew word translated ’meditate’ (hagah) literally means ’mutter.’ When one continually mutters God’s... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Joshua 1:9

This was not just good advice. Joshua was receiving orders from his Commander. Trembling or fearing would betray lack of confidence in God.Notice the chiastic structure of God’s charge to Joshua.A I will be with you (Joshua 1:5). B Be strong and courageous (Joshua 1:6-7). C That you may have success (Joshua 1:7). D This book of the law (Joshua 1:8). C’ Then you will have success (Joshua 1:8). B’ Be strong and courageous (Joshua 1:9).A’ The Lord your God is with you (Joshua 1:9).This structure... read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Joshua 1:1-18

Joshua by Divine Commission Succeeds MosesJoshua 1:1 to Joshua 5:12 record the preparations for the Holy War.1. Now (better, ’and’) after the death of Moses.. it came to pass] These words clearly mark the book which follows as a sequel to Deuteronomy. The book of Judges begins with a precisely similar phrase.The Lord spake unto Joshua] This formula ’the Lord spake,’ which so constantly recurs in the first books of the Bible, corresponds to the more direct formula of the prophets, ’Thus saith... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Joshua 1:8

(8) Thou shalt meditate therein day and night . . . then thou shalt make thy way prosperous.—These words are taken up again in Psalms 1:2-3, and a blessing is pronounced on every man who takes Joshua’s position in relation to the written law of God (see Note, Joshua 1:1). Thus the true significance of Joshua’s position appears, and also the difference between Moses and all who followed him. Moses was the prophet “whom the Lord knew face to face.” Joshua and all his successors, from the least to... read more

William Nicoll

Expositor's Dictionary of Texts - Joshua 1:1-18

Joshua Encouraged Joshua 1:1-11 'Be strong and of a good courage' (Joshua 1:6 ). When Luther was summoned before the Diet of Worms, his friends did all that they could to dissuade him from going. They were afraid that his safe-conduct would not be respected. But nothing would keep the brave Reformer back, and what was thought of his courage is shown in the words which a great captain is said to have addressed to him: 'Little monk! little monk! you are venturing today on a more hazardous march... read more

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