Joshua 22:18
Joshua 22:18 in Multiple Translations
And now, would you turn away from the LORD? If you rebel today against the LORD, tomorrow He will be angry with the whole congregation of Israel.
But that ye must turn away this day from following the LORD? and it will be, seeing ye rebel to day against the LORD, that to morrow he will be wroth with the whole congregation of Israel.
that ye must turn away this day from following Jehovah? and it will be, seeing ye rebel to-day against Jehovah, that to-morrow he will be wroth with the whole congregation of Israel.
That now you are turned back from the Lord? and, because you are false to him today, tomorrow his wrath will be let loose on all the people of Israel.
So why are you turning away from the Lord now? If you rebel against the Lord today, he will be angry with all of us tomorrow!
Ye also are turned away this day from the Lord: and seeing ye rebell to day against ye Lord, euen to morowe he will be wroth with all the Congregation of Israel.
that ye turn back to-day from after Jehovah? and it hath been — ye rebel to-day against Jehovah — and to-morrow against all the company of Israel He is wroth.
that you must turn away today from following the LORD? It will be, since you rebel today against the LORD, that tomorrow he will be angry with the whole congregation of Israel.
But that ye must turn away this day from following the LORD? and it will be, seeing ye rebel to-day against the LORD, that to-morrow he will be wroth with the whole congregation of Israel.
And you have forsaken the Lord today, and tomorrow his wrath will rage against all Israel.
Are you now turning away from obeying Yahweh and refusing to do what he wants? If you do not stop rebelling against Yahweh today, he will be angry with all of us Israelis tomorrow.’
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 22:18
Study Notes — Joshua 22:18
- Context
- Cross References
- Joshua 22:18 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Joshua 22:18
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 22:18
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Joshua 22:18
- Trapp's Commentary on Joshua 22:18
- Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 22:18
- Sermons on Joshua 22:18
Context — The Altar of Witness
18And now, would you turn away from the LORD? If you rebel today against the LORD, tomorrow He will be angry with the whole congregation of Israel.
19If indeed the land of your inheritance is unclean, then cross over to the land of the LORD’s possession, where the LORD’s tabernacle stands, and take possession of it among us. But do not rebel against the LORD or against us by building for yourselves an altar other than the altar of the LORD our God. 20Was not Achan son of Zerah unfaithful regarding what was set apart for destruction, bringing wrath upon the whole congregation of Israel? Yet it was not only Achan who perished because of his sin!’”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Numbers 16:22 | But Moses and Aaron fell facedown and said, “O God, the God of the spirits of all flesh, when one man sins, will You be angry with the whole congregation?” |
| 2 | Joshua 22:16 | “This is what the whole congregation of the LORD says: ‘What is this breach of faith you have committed today against the God of Israel by turning away from the LORD and building for yourselves an altar, that you might rebel against the LORD this day? |
| 3 | Joshua 7:11 | Israel has sinned; they have transgressed My covenant that I commanded them, and they have taken some of what was devoted to destruction. Indeed, they have stolen and lied, and they have put these things with their own possessions. |
| 4 | 2 Kings 17:21 | When the LORD had torn Israel away from the house of David, they made Jeroboam son of Nebat king, and Jeroboam led Israel away from following the LORD and caused them to commit a great sin. |
| 5 | 1 Chronicles 21:14 | So the LORD sent a plague upon Israel, and seventy thousand men of Israel fell dead. |
| 6 | 2 Chronicles 34:33 | And Josiah removed all the abominations from all the lands belonging to the Israelites, and he required everyone in Israel to serve the LORD their God. Throughout his reign they did not turn aside from following the LORD, the God of their fathers. |
| 7 | Joshua 7:21 | When I saw among the spoils a beautiful cloak from Shinar, two hundred shekels of silver, and a bar of gold weighing fifty shekels, I coveted them and took them. They are hidden in the ground inside my tent, with the silver underneath.” |
| 8 | 1 Samuel 12:14 | If you fear the LORD and serve Him and obey His voice, and if you do not rebel against the command of the LORD, and if both you and the king who reigns over you follow the LORD your God, then all will be well. |
| 9 | 1 Samuel 12:20 | “Do not be afraid,” Samuel replied. “Even though you have committed all this evil, do not turn aside from following the LORD, but serve the LORD with all your heart. |
| 10 | Deuteronomy 7:4 | because they will turn your sons away from following Me to serve other gods. Then the anger of the LORD will burn against you, and He will swiftly destroy you. |
Joshua 22:18 Summary
Joshua 22:18 is a warning to the people of Israel not to turn away from the LORD by rebelling against Him. If they do, God will be angry with the whole nation, just like He was in the past when they sinned against Him (Numbers 25:3, Deuteronomy 29:18-20). This verse reminds us that our actions have consequences, not just for ourselves, but for those around us. We must be careful to obey God's commands and prioritize our relationship with Him, just as the Israelites were called to do, as seen in Exodus 19:5-6 and Matthew 22:37-40.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main concern of the congregation of the LORD in Joshua 22:18?
The main concern is that the people of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh are turning away from the LORD by building an altar, which could lead to rebellion against God, as seen in Joshua 22:16 and Numbers 25:3.
How does the LORD's anger affect the whole congregation of Israel?
The LORD's anger can bring judgment and punishment upon the entire nation, as seen in Joshua 22:18 and Deuteronomy 29:18-20, highlighting the importance of obedience and unity among God's people.
What is the significance of the altar in Joshua 22:18?
The altar represents a point of worship and sacrifice, and building one without proper authorization can be seen as an act of rebellion against the LORD, similar to the incident with the golden calf in Exodus 32:1-10.
How does the warning in Joshua 22:18 relate to the history of the Israelites?
The warning is rooted in the Israelites' past experiences, such as the sin of Peor in Numbers 25:1-9, which brought a plague upon the congregation, and the unfaithfulness of Achan in Joshua 7:1-26, which led to defeat and judgment.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I might be turning away from the LORD in my own life, and how can I return to Him?
- How can I balance my desire for autonomy and freedom with the need for obedience and unity with the body of Christ?
- What are some potential consequences of rebellion against God, and how can I avoid them in my own life?
- In what ways can I prioritize worship and sacrifice in my daily life, and how can I ensure that my worship is pleasing to the LORD?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 22:18
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 22:18
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Joshua 22:18
Trapp's Commentary on Joshua 22:18
Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 22:18
Sermons on Joshua 22:18
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Epistle 153 by George Fox | George Fox emphasizes the universal nature of God's love and the importance of righteousness, stating that God gives life to all and is no respecter of persons. He highlights that |
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The Nature and Universality of Spiritual Death by Samuel Davies | Samuel Davies preaches about the nature and universality of spiritual death, emphasizing the dreadful state of the soul separated from God, dead in transgressions and sins. He vivi |
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Truths From Israel's History, Part 4 - Defeat and Victory at Ai by Ed Miller | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Joshua chapters 7 and 8, specifically the defeat and subsequent victory at AI. The speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addre |
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The Discipline of Defeat by Denis Lyle | Denis Lyle preaches on 'The Discipline of Defeat' using the story of Achan's sin in the Bible to illustrate how even the smallest sin can have significant consequences, affecting n |
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David's Mistake in Numbering Israel by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith emphasizes the importance of being prepared as a Christian to share the message of Jesus Christ with others. He encourages believers to know and |
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When Jesus Lays His Hands on You by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher expresses his desire for God to raise up young men and women in the congregation to become missionaries, pastors, and evangelists. He emphasizes the im |
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The Persistent Purpose of God #14: Questions and Answers by T. Austin-Sparks | The video discusses two distinct periods in the spiritual journey of the local churches. The first period, which occurred six years ago, was characterized by an easy experience of |






