Joshua 9:22
Joshua 9:22 in Multiple Translations
Then Joshua summoned the Gibeonites and said, “Why did you deceive us by telling us you live far away from us, when in fact you live among us?
¶ And Joshua called for them, and he spake unto them, saying, Wherefore have ye beguiled us, saying, We are very far from you; when ye dwell among us?
And Joshua called for them, and he spake unto them, saying, Wherefore have ye beguiled us, saying, We are very far from you; when ye dwell among us?
Then Joshua sent for them, and said to them, Why have you been false to us, saying, We are very far from you, when you are living among us?
Then Joshua summoned the Gibeonites and asked them, “Why did you trick us? You told us, ‘We live a long way from you,’ but you live right next door to us!
Ioshua then called them, and talked with them, and sayd, Wherefore haue ye beguiled vs, saying, We are very farre from you, when ye dwel among vs?
And Joshua calleth for them, and speaketh unto them, saying, 'Why have ye deceived us, saying, We are very far from you, and ye in our midst dwelling?
Joshua called for them, and he spoke to them, saying, “Why have you deceived us, saying, ‘We are very far from you,’ when you live among us?
And Joshua called for them, and he spoke to them, saying, Why have ye deceived us, saying, We are very far from you; when ye dwell among us?
Josue called the Gabaonites and said to them: Why would you impose upon us, saying: We dwell far off from you, whereas you are in the midst of us?
Then Joshua summoned the men from Gibeon and asked them, “Why did you lie to us? Your land was near to where we had set up our tents, but you told us that you were from a distant land!
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 9:22
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Context — The Deceit of the Gibeonites
22Then Joshua summoned the Gibeonites and said, “Why did you deceive us by telling us you live far away from us, when in fact you live among us?
23Now therefore you are under a curse and will perpetually serve as woodcutters and water carriers for the house of my God.” 24The Gibeonites answered, “Your servants were told clearly that the LORD your God had commanded His servant Moses to give you all the land and wipe out all its inhabitants before you. So we greatly feared for our lives because of you, and that is why we have done this.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Joshua 9:6 | They went to Joshua in the camp at Gilgal and said to him and the men of Israel, “We have come from a distant land; please make a treaty with us.” |
| 2 | Joshua 9:16 | Three days after they had made the treaty with the Gibeonites, the Israelites learned that they were neighbors, living among them. |
| 3 | Genesis 3:13–14 | Then the LORD God said to the woman, “What is this you have done?” “The serpent deceived me,” she replied, “and I ate.” So the LORD God said to the serpent: “Because you have done this, cursed are you above all livestock and every beast of the field! On your belly will you go, and dust you will eat, all the days of your life. |
| 4 | Genesis 27:35–36 | But Isaac replied, “Your brother came deceitfully and took your blessing.” So Esau declared, “Is he not rightly named Jacob? For he has cheated me twice. He took my birthright, and now he has taken my blessing.” Then he asked, “Haven’t you saved a blessing for me?” |
| 5 | Joshua 9:9–10 | “Your servants have come from a very distant land,” they replied, “because of the fame of the LORD your God. For we have heard the reports about Him: all that He did in Egypt, and all that He did to the two kings of the Amorites beyond the Jordan—Sihon king of Heshbon and Og king of Bashan, who reigned in Ashtaroth. |
| 6 | Genesis 27:41–45 | Esau held a grudge against Jacob because of the blessing his father had given him. And Esau said in his heart, “The days of mourning for my father are at hand; then I will kill my brother Jacob.” When the words of her older son Esau were relayed to Rebekah, she sent for her younger son Jacob and told him, “Look, your brother Esau is consoling himself by plotting to kill you. So now, my son, obey my voice and flee at once to my brother Laban in Haran. Stay with him for a while, until your brother’s fury subsides— until your brother’s rage against you wanes and he forgets what you have done to him. Then I will send for you and bring you back from there. Why should I lose both of you in one day?” |
| 7 | Genesis 29:25 | When morning came, there was Leah! “What have you done to me?” Jacob said to Laban. “Wasn’t it for Rachel that I served you? Why have you deceived me?” |
| 8 | 2 Corinthians 11:3 | I am afraid, however, that just as Eve was deceived by the serpent’s cunning, your minds may be led astray from your simple and pure devotion to Christ. |
Joshua 9:22 Summary
In this verse, Joshua confronts the Gibeonites about their deception and lying about where they lived. The Gibeonites were afraid of the Israelites and tried to trick them into making a treaty. This shows us that honesty is important and that lying can have serious consequences (as seen in Colossians 3:9-10). We can learn from Joshua's response to be truthful and fair in our own relationships, and to trust in God's goodness and mercy, even in difficult situations (as seen in Psalm 136:1).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Gibeonites deceive Joshua and the Israelites?
The Gibeonites deceived Joshua and the Israelites because they feared for their lives, knowing that the LORD their God had commanded the Israelites to wipe out all the inhabitants of the land, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:1-2 and Joshua 9:24.
What was the consequence of the Gibeonites' deception?
The consequence of the Gibeonites' deception was that they were placed under a curse and would perpetually serve as woodcutters and water carriers for the house of God, as stated in Joshua 9:23.
How did Joshua respond to the Gibeonites' deception?
Joshua responded to the Gibeonites' deception by summoning them and confronting them about their lie, as seen in Joshua 9:22, and then pronouncing the curse and their subsequent role as servants.
What can we learn from the Gibeonites' actions in this verse?
We can learn from the Gibeonites' actions that deception and dishonesty can have serious consequences, but also that God is a God of mercy and can use even difficult situations for His glory, as seen in Romans 8:28 and Jeremiah 29:11.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I may be deceiving myself or others, and how can I come clean and be honest in those areas?
- How do I respond when I am deceived or wronged by someone else, and what can I learn from Joshua's response to the Gibeonites?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be trying to 'save my own skin' or protect myself, rather than trusting in God's sovereignty and provision?
- How can I balance mercy and justice in my own relationships and interactions with others, as Joshua did with the Gibeonites?
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Sermons on Joshua 9:22
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Satan Is Alive and Well by Hal Lindsey | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the existence of a powerful and real spiritual being behind the conflicts and suffering in the world. He emphasizes the importance of understa |
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The Great Deception by Jon Couch | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for believers to take God's Word seriously and not be deceived by the world. He encourages the congregation to rise up and make a d |
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Marriage Series #3 - Adam & Eve by Don McClure | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the consequences of Adam and Eve's sin in the Garden of Eden. He imagines the toil and hardship that Adam must have faced as a result of th |
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Whare Art Thou by Peter Orasuk | In this sermon, the preacher discusses two questions that God asks in the Bible: "Where are you?" and "What is this?" These questions represent God's dealings with humanity through |
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Hosea 12:2 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith explores the life of Jacob, an unlikely candidate for the title 'Power with God.' Despite his deceptive actions and attempts to gain advantage over others, Jacob ultima |
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(Genesis) Genesis 27:18-29 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Jacob and Esau from the Bible. He emphasizes that God had already blessed Jacob, but Jacob still sought his father's blessing. J |
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(Genesis) Genesis 27:42-46 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Jacob and Esau from the Bible. He highlights the role of Rebekah, the mother of Jacob and Esau, in manipulating the situation to |






