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The Gibeonites' trick
The Gibeonites disguise themselves as travelers from afar and dupe Israel into a treaty. Like Rahab, they gain a place in Israel, but through deception.
Words without courage.
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When Canaan's kings attack, the Gibeonites don't rally to Israel. Rahab's story is the template for judging them.
Bible reference: Joshua 9
Source: Why the Bible Began, pp. 385
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