Story · 22 · The Matriarch
Cowardly spies, courageous Rahab
After the exodus, male spies frighten Israel out of entering Canaan. A generation later, Rahab risks her life to hide spies and declares faith in Israel's future.
Women's strength exposes men's weakness.
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Similarly, Miriam exudes confidence while Moses doubts himself.
Bible reference: Numbers 13–14; Joshua 2
Source: Why the Bible Began, pp. 358
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