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Joshua sent three spies to Jericho who hid in Rahab's house
False
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Josh 2:1 - There were only two spies sent
That's right! Joshua sent two spies to Jericho, not three. This little detail can really help shape our understanding of how God guided His people into the Promised Land. The story in Joshua 2 doesn't just tell us about spies—it very much centers on the character of Rahab, a woman whose faith and action significantly impacted Israel's history.
Rahab was a Canaanite prostitute living in the city walls of Jericho, making her an unexpected hero in this biblical narrative. She bravely hid the spies and helped them escape because she believed that the Israelites had God on their side. This highlights a powerful theme: sometimes, faith comes from surprising places and people perceived as least likely to believe can become examples of courage.
Additionally, consider this: Jewish tradition often elevates figures like Rahab due to her role in God's plan. She is mentioned in the lineage of Jesus in Matthew 1:5—an extraordinary journey from a life outside traditional faith to becoming part of a larger divine story.
Those walls that came tumbling down were accompanied by far more than just military strategy; they were also about trust, faith, and grace. To think that someone who lived on society's fringes played such an essential role encourages everyone to see value in those considered outsiders or unlikely candidates for divine favor. It’s always fascinating how interconnected the stories are within biblical texts!
Similar Bible Trivia Questions
What was the name of the woman who hid the spies Joshua sent?
Rahab
Rebekah
Rachel
What was the name of the woman who hid the spies at Jericho?
Rachel
Esther
Rahab
(Number of the beast / of man) divided by (number of spies hidden by Rahab)
Where did Rahab hide the two spies?
In the cellar
Under stalks of flax
Down a well
Who hid two spies but claimed not to know of there whereabouts when asked?
Rachel
Ruth
Rahab
How did Rahab let the invading Israelites identify her house?
She put a red flag on the roof
She tied a red thread in the window
She painted the door red
Moses sent ____ spies into the land of Canaan
False
Vineyard owner
Rich fool
Unjust judge
Leaven
Watching servants
Budding fig tree