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Who took some of the devoted things from Jericho?
Who took some of the devoted things from Jericho?
Achan son of Carmi, the son of Zabdi, the son of Zerah, of the tribe Judah
Why did the Lord's anger burn against Israel?
Why did the Lord's anger burn against Israel?
Achan took some of the things devoted to the Lord from Jericho
Joshua sent men from Jericho to where to spy out the region?
Joshua sent men from Jericho to where to spy out the region?
Ai, near Beth Aven, to the east of Bethel
Achan was from what tribe?
Achan was from what tribe?
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Where is Ai?
Where is Ai?
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What was the report about Ai?
What was the report about Ai?
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How many men were sent to fight at Ai?
How many men were sent to fight at Ai?
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How many Israelites were killed at Ai?
How many Israelites were killed at Ai?
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Where did the men of Ai chase the Israelites till?
Where did the men of Ai chase the Israelites till?
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Because of what happened at Ai the hearts of the Israelites turned...
Because of what happened at Ai the hearts of the Israelites turned...
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What did Joshua and the elders of Israel do after they heard of what happened at Ai?
What did Joshua and the elders of Israel do after they heard of what happened at Ai?
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What did Joshua tell the Lord the Canaanites would do after they heard about what happened at Ai?
What did Joshua tell the Lord the Canaanites would do after they heard about what happened at Ai?
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The Lord said he would not be with Israel anymore unless they did what?
The Lord said he would not be with Israel anymore unless they did what?
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What did the Lord tell Joshua to do to prepare for tomorrow?
What did the Lord tell Joshua to do to prepare for tomorrow?
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The Lord said Israel cannot stand against its enemies unless they did what?
The Lord said Israel cannot stand against its enemies unless they did what?
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Israel was supposed to sanctify themselves for 'tomorrow' what was happening tomorrow in the morning?
Israel was supposed to sanctify themselves for 'tomorrow' what was happening tomorrow in the morning?
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What was to happen to the person caught with the devoted things?
What was to happen to the person caught with the devoted things?
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What tribe was chosen when they came forward?
What tribe was chosen when they came forward?
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What clan was chosen when they came forward?
What clan was chosen when they came forward?
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What family was chosen when they came forward?
What family was chosen when they came forward?
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Who was the man chosen?
Who was the man chosen?
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What did Achan take?
What did Achan take?
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Where were the things Achan stole hid?
Where were the things Achan stole hid?
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Who did Joshua send to check whether the stolen items were where Achan said it was?
Who did Joshua send to check whether the stolen items were where Achan said it was?
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What did the messengers do with the stolen items from the ground inside Achan's tent?
What did the messengers do with the stolen items from the ground inside Achan's tent?
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What and who was taken to the Valley of Achor?
What and who was taken to the Valley of Achor?
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Where was Achan, his sons and daughters, cattle, sheep and donkeys, tent, and all that belonged to him taken to?
Where was Achan, his sons and daughters, cattle, sheep and donkeys, tent, and all that belonged to him taken to?
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What did the Israelites do to Achan, his sons and daughters, and everything of his?
What did the Israelites do to Achan, his sons and daughters, and everything of his?
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Why was the Valley of Achor named that?
Why was the Valley of Achor named that?
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Study Notes
Key Events in Joshua 7
- Achan, from the tribe of Judah, took items devoted to the Lord from Jericho, provoking God's anger against Israel.
- Joshua sent spies to Ai, located near Beth Aven and to the east of Bethel, which had a report of being a small city with few inhabitants.
- 3000 Israelite men were sent to attack Ai, resulting in the death of 36 Israelites during the battle.
- The men of Ai pursued the Israelites, killing them as they retreated from the city gate to Shebarim.
Israel's Response to Defeat
- The Israelites' hearts melted in fear after the defeat at Ai, likened to water.
- Joshua and the elders mourned by tearing their clothes and falling before the ark of the Lord, remaining in sorrow until evening.
God's Instructions
- The Lord warned Joshua that Israel would not succeed against its enemies unless they removed the devoted items among them.
- Joshua was instructed to sanctify the people to prepare for a selection process, tribe by tribe, to identify the guilty individual.
Identification of Achan
- The selection process revealed Judah as the chosen tribe, followed by the clan of Zerah, then the family of Zabdi, ultimately leading to Achan.
- Achan confessed to taking a beautiful mantle, silver, and gold, hiding them in his tent.
Consequences for Achan
- Achan's theft led to his execution along with his family and possessions in the Valley of Achor, which signifies trouble.
- The Israelites stoned Achan and his family, burned their remains, and covered them with a significant pile of rocks, marking the place and the severity of Achan’s sin.
Significance of the Valley of Achor
- The Valley of Achor was named after Achan’s punishment, marking the turning point in the Lord's judgment and the eventual restoration of His favor towards Israel.
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Test your knowledge of Joshua Chapter 7 from the Bible with this engaging quiz. Explore key events such as Achan's sin and the consequences faced by Israel. Perfect for Bible study groups or personal reflection.