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King James Version
And the men answered her, Our life for yours, if ye utter not this our business. And it shall be, when the LORD hath given us the land, that we will deal kindly and truly with thee.
Complete Jewish Bible
The men replied to her, "Our lives are certainly worth yours, provided you don't betray our mission. So when ADONAI gives us the land, we will treat you kindly and in good faith."
Berean Standard Bible
“Our lives for your lives!” the men agreed. “If you do not report our mission, we will show you kindness and faithfulness when the LORD gives us the land.”
American Standard Version
And the men said unto her, Our life for yours, if ye utter not this our business; and it shall be, when Jehovah giveth us the land, that we will deal kindly and truly with thee.
World English Bible Messianic
The men said to her, “Our life for yours, if you don’t talk about this business of ours; and it shall be, when the LORD gives us the land, that we will deal kindly and truly with you.”
Geneva Bible (1599)
And the men answered her, Our life for you to die, if ye vtter not this our businesse: and when the Lord hath giuen vs the lande, we will deale mercifully and truely with thee.
Young's Literal Translation
And the men say to her, `Our soul for yours--to die; if ye declare not this our matter, then it hath been, in Jehovah's giving to us this land, that we have done with thee kindness and truth.'
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Commentary on Joshua 2 verses 8–21
8 ¶ And before they were laid down, she came up unto them upon the roof;
9 And she said unto the men, I know that the LORD hath given you the land, and that your terror is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint because of you.
10 For we have heard how the LORD dried up the water of the Red sea for you, when ye came out of Egypt; and what ye did unto the two kings of the Amorites, that were on the other side Jordan, Sihon and Og, whom ye utterly destroyed.
11 And as soon as we had heard these things, our hearts did melt, neither did there remain any more courage in any man, because of you: for the LORD your God, he is God in heaven above, and in earth beneath.
12 Now therefore, I pray you, swear unto me by the LORD, since I have shewed you kindness, that ye will also shew kindness unto my father's house, and give me a true token:
13 And that ye will save alive my father, and my mother, and my brethren, and my sisters, and all that they have, and deliver our lives from death.
14 And the men answered her, Our life for yours, if ye utter not this our business. And it shall be, when the LORD hath given us the land, that we will deal kindly and truly with thee.
15 Then she let them down by a cord through the window: for her house was upon the town wall, and she dwelt upon the wall.
16 And she said unto them, Get you to the mountain, lest the pursuers meet you; and hide yourselves there three days, until the pursuers be returned: and afterward may ye go your way.
17 And the men said unto her, We will be blameless of this thine oath which thou hast made us swear.
18 Behold, when we come into the land, thou shalt bind this line of scarlet thread in the window which thou didst let us down by: and thou shalt bring thy father, and thy mother, and thy brethren, and all thy father's household, home unto thee.
19 And it shall be, that whosoever shall go out of the doors of thy house into the street, his blood shall be upon his head, and we will be guiltless: and whosoever shall be with thee in the house, his blood shall be on our head, if any hand be upon him.
20 And if thou utter this our business, then we will be quit of thine oath which thou hast made us to swear.
21 And she said, According unto your words, so be it. And she sent them away, and they departed: and she bound the scarlet line in the window.
The matter is here settled between Rahab and the spies respecting the service she was now to do for them, and the favour they were afterwards to show to her. She secures them on condition that they should secure her.
I. She gives them, and by them sends to Joshua and Israel, all the encouragement that could be desired to make their intended descent upon Canaan. this was what they came for, and it was worth coming for. Having got clear of the officers, she comes up to them to the roof of the house where they lay hid, finds them perhaps somewhat dismayed at the peril they apprehended themselves in from the officers, and scarcely recovered from the fright, but has that to say to them which will give them abundant satisfaction. 1. She lets them know that the report of the great things God had done for them had come to Jericho (v. 10), not only that they had an account of their late victories obtained over the Amorites in the neighbouring country, on the other side of the river, but that their miraculous deliverance out of Egypt, and passage through the Red Sea, a great way off, and forty years ago, were remembered and talked of afresh in Jericho, to the amazement of every body. Thus this Joshua and his fellows were men wondered at, Zac 3:8. See how God makes his wonderful works to be remembered (Psa 111:4), so that men shall speak of the might of his terrible acts, Psa 145:6. 2. She tells them what impressions the tidings of these things had made upon the Canaanites: Your terror has fallen upon us (Jos 2:9); our hearts did melt, Jos 2:11. If she kept a public house, this would give her an opportunity of understanding the sense of various companies and of travellers from other parts of the country, so that they could not know this any way better than by her information; and it would be of great use to Joshua and Israel to know it; it would put courage into the most cowardly Israelite to hear how their enemies were dispirited, and it was easy to conclude that those who now fainted before them would infallibly fall before them, especially because it was the accomplishment of a promise God had made them, that he would lay the fear and dread of them upon all this land (Deu 11:25), and so it would be an earnest of the accomplishment of all the other promises God had made to them. Let not the stout man glory in his courage, any more than the strong man in his strength; for God can weaken both mind and body. Let not God's Israel be afraid of their most powerful enemies; for their God can, when he pleases, make their most powerful enemies afraid of them. Let none think to harden their hearts against God and prosper; for he that made man's soul can at any time make the sword of his terrors approach to it. 3. She hereupon makes profession of her faith in God and his promise; and perhaps there was not found so great faith (all things considered), no, not in Israel, as in this woman of Canaan. (1.) who believes God's power and dominion over all the world (v. 11): "Jehovah your God, whom you worship and call upon, is so far above all gods that he is the only true God; for he is God in heaven above and in earth beneath, and is served by all the hosts of both." A vast distance there is between heaven and earth, yet both are equally under the inspection and government of the great Jehovah. Heaven is not above his power, nor is earth below his cognizance. (2.) She believes his promise to his people Israel (v. 9): I know that the Lord hath given you the land. The king of Jericho had heard as much as she had of the great things God had done for Israel, yet he cannot infer thence that the Lord had given them this land, but resolves to hold it out against them to the last extremity; for the most powerful means of conviction will not of themselves attain the end without divine grace, and by that grace Rahab the harlot, who had only heard of the wonders God had wrought, speaks with more assurance of the truth of the promise made to the fathers than all the elders of Israel had done who were eye-witnesses of those wonders, many of whom perished through unbelief of this promise. Blessed are those that have not seen, and yet have believed; so Rahab did. O woman, great is thy faith!
II. She engaged them to take her and her relations under their protection, that they might not perish in the destruction of Jericho, v. 12, 13. Now, 1. It was an evidence of the sincerity and strength of her faith concerning the approaching revolution in her country that she was so solicitous to make an interest for herself with the Israelites, and courted their kindness. She foresaw the conquest of her country, and in the belief of that bespoke in time the favour of the conquerors. Thus Noah, being moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house, and the condemning of the world, Heb 11:7. Those who truly believe the divine revelation concerning the ruin of sinners, and the grant of the heavenly land to God's Israel, will give diligence to flee from the wrath to come, and to lay hold of eternal life, by joining themselves to God and to his people. 2. The provision she made for the safety of her relations, as well as for her own, is a laudable instance of natural affection, and an intimation to us in like manner to do all we can for the salvation of the souls of those that are dear to us, and, with ourselves, to bring them, if possible, into the bond of the covenant. No mention is made of her husband and children, but only her parents, and brothers, and sisters, for whom, though she was herself a housekeeper, she retained a due concern. 3. Her request that they would swear unto her by Jehovah is an instance of her acquaintance with the only true God, and her faith in him and devotion towards him, one act of which is religiously to swear by his name. 4. Her petition is very just and reasonable, that, since she had protected them, they should protect her, and since her kindness to them extended to their people, for whom they were now negotiating, their kindness to her should take in all hers. It was the least they could do for one that had saved their lives with the hazard of her own. Note, Those that show mercy may expect to find mercy. Observe, She does not demand any preferment by way of reward for her kindness to them, though they lay so much at her mercy that she might have made her own terms, but only indents for her Life, which in a general destruction would be a singular favour. Thus God promised Ebed-Melech, in recompence for his kindness to Jeremiah, that in the worst of times he should have his life for a prey, Jer 39:18. Yet this Rahab was afterwards advanced to be a princess in Israel, the wife of Salmon, and one of the ancestors of Christ, Mat 1:5. Those that faithfully serve Christ and suffer for him he will not only protect, but prefer, and will do for them more than they are able to ask or think.
III. They solemnly engaged for her preservation in the common destruction (Jos 2:14): "Our life for yours. We will take as much care of your lives as of our own, and would as soon hurt ourselves as any of you." Nay, they imprecate God's judgments on themselves if they should violate their promise to her. She had pawned her life for theirs, and now they in requital pawn their lives for hers, and (as public persons) with them they pawn the public faith and the credit of their nation, for they plainly interest all Israel in the engagement in those words, When the Lord has given us the land, meaning not themselves only, but the people whose agents they were. No doubt they knew themselves sufficiently authorized to treat with Rahab concerning this matter, and were confident that Joshua would ratify what they did, else they had not dealt honestly; the general law that they should make no covenant with the Canaanites (Deu 7:2) did not forbid them to take under their protection a particular person, that had heartily come into their interests and had done them real kindnesses. The law of gratitude is one of the laws of nature. Now observe here, 1. The promises they made her. In general, "We will deal kindly and truly with thee, v. 14. We will not only be kind in promising now, but true in performing what we promise; and not only true in performing just what we promise, but kind in out-doing thy demands and expectations." The goodness of God is often expressed by his kindness and truth (Psa 117:2), and in both these we must be followers of him. In particular, "If a hand be upon any in the house with thee, his blood shall be on our head," v. 19. If hurt come through our carelessness to those whom we are obliged to protect, we thereby contract guilt, and blood will be found a heavy load. 2. The provisos and limitations of their promises. Though they were in haste, and it may be in some confusion, yet we find them very cautious in settling this agreement and the terms of it, not to bind themselves to more than was fit for them to perform. Note, Covenants must be made with care, and we must swear in judgment, lest we find ourselves perplexed and entangled when it is too late after vows to make enquiry. Those that will be conscientious in keeping their promises will be cautious in making them, and perhaps may insert conditions which others may think frivolous. Their promise is here accompanied with three provisos, and they were necessary ones. They will protect Rahab, and all her relations always, provided, (1.) That she tie the scarlet cord with which she was now about to let them down in the window of her house, v. 18. This was to be a mark upon the house, which the spies would take care to give notice of to the camp of Israel, that no soldier, how hot and eager soever he was in military executions, might offer any violence to the house that was thus distinguished. This was like the blood sprinkled upon the door-post, which secured the first-born from the destroying angel, and, being of the same colour, some allude to this also to represent the safety of believers under the protection of the blood of Christ sprinkled on the conscience. The same cord that she made use of for the preservation of these Israelites was to be made use of for her preservation. What we serve and honour God with we may expect he will bless and make comfortable to us. (2.) That she should have all those whose safety she had desired in the house with her and keep them there, and that, at the time of taking the town, none of them should dare to stir out of doors, v. 18, 19. This was a necessary proviso, for Rahab's kindred could not be distinguished any other way than by being in her distinguished house; should they mingle with their neighbours, there was no remedy, but the sword would devour one as well as another. It was a reasonable proviso that, since they were saved purely for Rahab's sake, her house should have the honour of being their castle, and that, if they would not perish with those that believed not, they should thus far believe the certainty and severity of the ruin coming upon their city as to retire into a place made safe by promise, as Noah into the ark and Lot into Zoar, and should save themselves from this untoward generation, by separating from them. It was likewise a significant proviso, intimating to us that those who are added to the church that they may be saved must keep close to the society of the faithful, and, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust, must take heed of being again entangled therein. (3.) That she should keep counsel (v. 14, 20): If thou utter this our business, that is, "If thou betray us when we are gone, or if thou make this agreement public, so as that others tie scarlet lines in their windows and so confound us, then we will be clear of thy oath." Those are unworthy of the secret of the Lord that know now how to keep it to themselves when there is occasion.
IV. She then took effectual care to secure her new friends, and sent them out another way, Jam 2:25. Having fully understood the bargain they made with her, and consented to it (Jos 2:21), she then let them down by a cord over the city wall (Jos 2:15), the situation of her house befriending them herein: thus Paul made his escape out of Damascus, Co2 11:33. She also directed them which way to go for their own safety, being better acquainted with the country than they were, Jos 2:16. she directs them to leave the high road, and abscond in the mountains till the pursuers returned, for till then they could not safely venture over Jordan. those that are in the way of God and their duty may expect that Providence will protect them, but this will not excuse them from taking all prudent methods for their own safety. God will keep us, but then we must not wilfully expose ourselves. Providence must be trusted, but not tempted. Calvin thinks that their charge to Rahab to keep this matter secret, and not to utter it, was intended for her safety, lest she, boasting of her security from the sword of Israel, should, before they came to protect her, fall into the hands of the king of Jericho and be put to death for treason: thus do they prudently advise her for her safety, as she advised them for theirs. And it is good advice, which we should at any time be thankful for, to take heed to ourselves.
Matthew Henry (1662–1714) — Commentary on the Whole Bible. This section covers verses 8–21. Public domain.
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Clement of RomeAD 99
1 CLEMENT 12
For her faith and hospitality Rahab the harlot was saved. For when the spies were sent forth into Jericho by Joshua the son of Nun, the king of the land perceived that they were coming to spy out his country, and [he] sent forth men to seize them, that being seized they might be put to death. So the hospitable Rahab received them and hid them in the upper chamber under the flax stalks. And when the messengers of the king came near and said, “The spies of our land entered into your house; bring them forth, for the king so orders,” then she answered, “The men truly, whom you seek, came to me, but they departed immediately and are journeying on the way”; and she pointed out to them the opposite road. And she said to the men, “Without a doubt I perceive that the Lord your God will deliver this city to you; for the fear and the dread of you is fallen upon its inhabitants. When therefore it shall come to pass that you take it, save me and the house of my father.” And they said to her, “It shall be even so as you have spoken to us. Therefore, when you perceive that we are coming, you shall gather all your folk beneath your roof, and they shall be saved; for as many as shall be found outside of the house shall perish.” And moreover they gave her a sign, that she should hang out from her house a scarlet thread, thereby showing beforehand that through the blood of the Lord there shall be redemption for all them that believe and hope on God. You see, dearly beloved, not only faith, but prophecy, is found in the woman.
Clement of RomeAD 99
Clement's First Letter to the Corinthians, Chapter 12
On account of her faith and hospitality, Rahab the harlot was saved. For when spies were sent by Joshua, the son of Nun, to Jericho, the king of the country ascertained that they had come to spy out their land, and sent men to seize them, in order that, when taken, they might be put to death. But the hospitable Rahab receiving them, concealed them on the roof of her house under some stalks of flax. And when the men sent by the king arrived and said, "There came men unto you who are to spy out our land; bring them forth, for so the king commands," she answered them, "The two men whom you seek came unto me, but quickly departed again and are gone," thus not discovering the spies to them. Then she said to the men, "I know assuredly that the Lord your God has given you this city, for the fear and dread of you have fallen on its inhabitants. When therefore you shall have taken it, keep ye me and the house of my father in safety." And they said to her, "It shall be as you have spoken to us. As soon, therefore, as you know that we are at hand, you shall gather all your family under your roof, and they shall be preserved, but all that are found outside of your dwelling shall perish." Moreover, they gave her a sign to this effect, that she should hang forth from her house a scarlet thread. And thus they made it manifest that redemption should flow through the blood of the Lord to all them that believe and hope in God. You see, beloved, that there was not only faith, but prophecy, in this woman.
Source: Quotations drawn from early Church Fathers and historical Christian theologians (AD 100–1500). Some quotes address the surrounding passage context rather than this verse alone.
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SUMMARY
Joshua 2:14 records the solemn and conditional oath made by the Israelite spies to Rahab, the harlot of Jericho, promising the preservation of her life and the lives of her household. This pivotal declaration establishes a reciprocal covenant of protection, contingent upon Rahab's discretion regarding their mission, and underscores the spies' unwavering commitment to repay her courageous act of faith and hospitality with loyal kindness and truthfulness. This moment not only secures their immediate safety but also foreshadows God's expansive grace and faithfulness, extending salvation beyond the conventional boundaries of the covenant community.
CONTEXT
Literary Context: This verse is a crucial turning point within the narrative of the Israelite spies' reconnaissance mission to Jericho. It immediately follows Rahab's bold act of hiding the spies from the king's search party and her subsequent plea for the safety of her family when Israel conquers the city, as detailed in Joshua 2:12-13. Joshua 2:14 serves as the spies' binding affirmation of this promise, solidifying the covenant between them. The verses that follow (e.g., Joshua 2:15-21) detail the specific sign (the scarlet cord) and further instructions for Rahab, ensuring the practical execution of their agreement. This exchange is indispensable for the successful entry into Canaan, as Rahab's actions directly contribute to the spies' survival and the eventual fall of Jericho, recounted in vivid detail in Joshua 6. The covenant with Rahab, initiated here, stands in stark contrast to the subsequent destruction of Jericho, highlighting God's selective mercy.
Historical & Cultural Context: Jericho, a formidable and strategically vital city, represented the first major obstacle for Israel's conquest of Canaan. In the ancient Near East, oaths and covenants were profoundly serious matters, often invoked with divine witnesses and carrying severe penalties for their breach. The phrase "Our life for yours" (Hebrew: nap̄šēnū taḥtêḵem) reflects a common form of solemn, vicarious oath, indicating an emphatic pledge of personal responsibility and a willingness to forfeit one's own life as a guarantee. The cultural context also illuminates the precarious social standing of a "harlot" (Hebrew: zonah), yet Rahab's actions transcend her societal classification. Her remarkable understanding of the God of Israel's power, articulated in her confession of faith in Joshua 2:9-11, demonstrates a profound spiritual insight. This encounter also showcases the spies' adherence to a code of honor, even with an outsider, once a life-saving agreement was struck, reflecting a broader ancient Near Eastern understanding of hospitality and reciprocal obligation.
Key Themes: Joshua 2:14 contributes significantly to several overarching themes within the book of Joshua and the broader biblical narrative. It powerfully underscores the theme of Divine Providence, illustrating how God sovereignly orchestrates events and uses unexpected individuals, even those outside the conventional covenant community like Rahab, to accomplish His redemptive plans for Israel's conquest. The spies' promise, characterized by "kindly and truly" (Hebrew: ḥesed and ʾemeth), introduces and reinforces the theme of Covenant Faithfulness, mirroring God's own steadfast love and truth, which are extended even to those who turn to Him in genuine faith. Furthermore, Rahab's inclusion in the narrative highlights the profound theme of Salvation by Grace through Faith. Her story demonstrates that God's redemptive plan is not limited by ethnicity, social standing, or past mistakes, but is open to all who believe and act upon that belief. This truth finds powerful affirmation in the New Testament, where her faith is commended in Hebrews 11:31 and her works in James 2:25.
EXPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
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Literary Devices
Joshua 2:14 is rich in literary devices that amplify its meaning and impact. The most prominent is the Conditional Covenant, structured with a clear "if...then" clause ("if ye utter not this our business...then we will deal kindly and truly"). This highlights the reciprocal nature of the agreement established between the spies and Rahab, where Rahab's obedience is met with the spies' guaranteed protection. There is also a powerful element of Oath-Taking, a common and binding feature in ancient Near Eastern treaties and personal agreements, which underscores the solemn and unbreakable nature of their pledge. The phrase "Our life for yours" functions as a form of Vicarious Substitution, where the spies implicitly offer their own lives as a guarantee for Rahab's, a profound concept that foreshadows deeper theological truths. Furthermore, the use of the terms "kindly and truly" (Hebrew ḥesed and ʾemeth) serves as a subtle yet significant Allusion to the divine attributes of God Himself. By employing these terms, the spies' human promise is elevated, suggesting that their commitment reflects the character of the faithful God whom they serve, thereby imbuing the human covenant with a divinely sanctioned weight and integrity.
THEOLOGICAL AND THEMATIC CONNECTIONS
Joshua 2:14 serves as a powerful testament to God's expansive grace and sovereign plan, demonstrating His willingness to work through unexpected individuals and circumstances to achieve His redemptive purposes. The spies' promise, rooted in "kindly and truly" ( ḥesed and ʾemeth), profoundly mirrors the steadfast love, loyal faithfulness, and unwavering truth that are central to God's own character and His covenant relationship with Israel. Rahab, an outsider and a harlot, becomes an instrument of divine providence, her act of faith securing not only her own salvation and that of her household but also directly contributing to the success of Israel's mission. This episode broadens the understanding of God's redemptive reach, showing that faith, regardless of one's background or past, can lead to inclusion in His unfolding plan of salvation and a share in His covenant blessings.
REFLECTION AND APPLICATION
The story of Rahab and the spies, culminating in the solemn promise of Joshua 2:14, offers profound and enduring lessons for contemporary believers. It serves as a powerful reminder that God's grace extends far beyond our preconceived notions of who is "worthy" or "unworthy" of His favor. Rahab's faith, though unconventional in its expression and forged in challenging circumstances, was met with genuine commitment and ultimately led to her salvation, the preservation of her family, and her inclusion in God's grand redemptive story. This narrative challenges us to look beyond social labels, past mistakes, and societal stigmas, recognizing that God can powerfully use anyone who turns to Him in genuine faith and obedience. It also underscores the paramount importance of integrity and faithfulness in our own promises and commitments, calling us to reflect the character of God, who is always "kindly and truly" in His dealings with us. We are called to be people of our word, extending grace, truth, and steadfast love to others, just as God has so abundantly extended them to us through Christ.
Questions for Reflection
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Was Rahab's profession as a "harlot" a barrier to her receiving God's grace and being included in His redemptive plan?
Answer: No, Rahab's profession as a "harlot" (Hebrew: zonah) was not a barrier to her receiving God's grace. While her occupation is explicitly mentioned, the biblical narrative consistently highlights her actions of faith and the spies' subsequent promise, rather than condemning her for her past. Her story powerfully demonstrates that God's grace and salvation are not contingent upon one's social status, past sins, or moral perfection, but upon genuine faith and obedience to His revealed will. The New Testament commends her faith in Hebrews 11:31 and her works in James 2:25, presenting her as an exemplary figure. Furthermore, she is remarkably included in the sacred lineage of Jesus Christ (Matthew 1:5), underscoring God's profound redemptive power and inclusive nature. Her story stands as a vibrant testament to the transformative power of faith and God's expansive mercy toward all who turn to Him, regardless of their background.
CHRIST-CENTERED FULFILLMENT
Joshua 2:14, with its profound declaration of "Our life for yours" and the spies' solemn promise to deal "kindly and truly," finds its ultimate and most perfect fulfillment in the person and work of Jesus Christ. The spies' pledge of vicarious substitution, offering their lives as a guarantee for Rahab's, powerfully foreshadows the supreme sacrifice of the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world. Christ's atoning work on the cross is the consummate act of substitution, where He, being perfectly righteous, took upon Himself the penalty for our sins, offering His perfect life as a ransom for many (Mark 10:45). Furthermore, the spies' commitment to act with ḥesed (steadfast love) and ʾemeth (truth/faithfulness) points directly to the very character of God, which is perfectly and fully embodied in Jesus. He is uniquely described as being full of grace and truth, demonstrating God's unwavering covenant faithfulness and reliability. Rahab, a Gentile and an outcast, being brought into the covenant community through faith and ultimately into the sacred lineage of Christ (Matthew 1:5), beautifully illustrates the profound New Testament truth that in Christ, there is neither Jew nor Gentile, but all who believe are justified by faith and become part of God's spiritual family (Ephesians 2:11-22). Her story is a vibrant, ancient testament to the universal scope of God's redemptive plan, fully realized and made accessible through the inclusive salvation offered through Jesus Christ.