Joshua 7:12 meaning and explanation

This is why the Israelites cannot stand against their enemies. They will turn their backs and run from their enemies, because they themselves have been set apart for destruction. I will no longer be with you unless you remove from among you whatever is devoted to destruction.

Joshua 7:12, Berean Standard Bible

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The LORD is speaking to Joshua after Israel's defeat at Ai. Achan had taken plunder from Jericho that had been devoted to destruction, and the whole nation is held accountable.

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