Joshua 22:21 Meaning and Explanation
“Then the children of Reuben and the children of Gad and the half tribe of Manasseh answered, and said unto the heads of the thousands of Israel,”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The eastern tribes begin their reply to the leaders of Israel.
What Does Joshua 22:21 Mean?
Now the accused speak. The eastern tribes turn to answer the heads of Israel's thousands, and the narrator lets their reply unfold at length -- a sign that their defense will overturn the whole misunderstanding.
They do not answer anger with anger. Given the chance to explain, they respond with sober earnestness rather than offense. This readiness to give an account, calmly and clearly, is the mark of a clear conscience and a humble heart. When falsely charged, the faithful answer is not retaliation but truth spoken plainly before God and neighbor.
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What does Joshua 22:21 mean?
The eastern tribes begin their reply to the leaders of Israel.