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Joshua 9:14-23

14 The men of Israel sampled their provisions but did not inquire of the Lord.

15 Then Joshua made a treaty of peace with them to let them live, and the leaders of the assembly ratified it by oath.

16 Three days after they made the treaty with the Gibeonites, the Israelites heard that they were neighbors, living near them.

17 So the Israelites set out and on the third day came to their cities: Gibeon, Kephirah, Beeroth and Kiriath Jearim.

18 But the Israelites did not attack them, because the leaders of the assembly had sworn an oath to them by the Lord, the God of Israel.
The whole assembly grumbled against the leaders,

19 but all the leaders answered, “We have given them our oath by the Lord, the God of Israel, and we cannot touch them now.

20 This is what we will do to them: We will let them live, so that wrath will not fall on us for breaking the oath we swore to them.”

21 They continued, “Let them live, but let them be woodcutters and water carriers for the entire community.” So the leaders’ promise to them was kept.

22 Then Joshua summoned the Gibeonites and said, “Why did you deceive us by saying, ‘We live a long way from you,’ while actually you live near us?

23 You are now under a curse: You will never cease to serve as woodcutters and water carriers for the house of my God.”

Cross References for Joshua 9:14-23

Proverbs 3:5-6 - Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; Click to read the verse Proverbs 3:5-6 Click to read the verse Proverbs 3:5-6

Ezra 8:21 - There, by the Ahava Canal, I proclaimed a fast, so that we might humble ourselves before our Go... Click to read the verse Ezra 8:21 Click to read the verse Ezra 8:21

2 Samuel 2:1 - David Anointed King Over Judah In the course of time, David inquired of the Lord. “Shall I go u... Click to read the verse 2 Samuel 2:1 Click to read the verse 2 Samuel 2:1

1 Samuel 25:13 - David said to his men, “Put on your swords!” So they put on their swords, and David put on his.... Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 25:13 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 25:13

1 Timothy 5:22 - Do not be hasty in the laying on of hands, and do not share in the sins of others. Keep yoursel... Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 5:22 Click to read the verse 1 Timothy 5:22

Judges 20:18 - The Israelites went up to Bethel and inquired of God. They said, “Who of us shall go first to f... Click to read the verse Judges 20:18 Click to read the verse Judges 20:18

Judges 20:28 - with Phinehas son of Eleazar, the son of Aaron, ministering before it.) They asked, “Shall we g... Click to read the verse Judges 20:28 Click to read the verse Judges 20:28

Exodus 28:30 - Also put the Urim and the Thummim in the breastpiece, so they may be over Aaron’s heart wheneve... Click to read the verse Exodus 28:30 Click to read the verse Exodus 28:30

Numbers 27:21 - He is to stand before Eleazar the priest, who will obtain decisions for him by inquiring of the... Click to read the verse Numbers 27:21 Click to read the verse Numbers 27:21

Judges 1:1 - Israel Fights the Remaining Canaanites After the death of Joshua, the Israelites asked the Lord... Click to read the verse Judges 1:1 Click to read the verse Judges 1:1

1 Samuel 30:7-8 - Then David said to Abiathar the priest, the son of Ahimelech, “Bring me the ephod.” Abiathar br... Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 30:7-8 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 30:7-8

1 Samuel 23:9-12 - When David learned that Saul was plotting against him, he said to Abiathar the priest, “Bring t... Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 23:9-12 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 23:9-12

James 1:5 - If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding faul... Click to read the verse James 1:5 Click to read the verse James 1:5

1 Chronicles 10:13-14 - Saul died because he was unfaithful to the Lord; he did not keep the word of the Lord and even ... Click to read the verse 1 Chronicles 10:13-14 Click to read the verse 1 Chronicles 10:13-14

2 Samuel 5:19 - so David inquired of the Lord, “Shall I go and attack the Philistines? Will you hand them over ... Click to read the verse 2 Samuel 5:19 Click to read the verse 2 Samuel 5:19

2 Kings 3:11 - But Jehoshaphat asked, “Is there no prophet of the Lord here, that we may inquire of the Lord t... Click to read the verse 2 Kings 3:11 Click to read the verse 2 Kings 3:11

Isaiah 30:1-2 - Woe to the Obstinate Nation “Woe to the obstinate children,” declares the Lord, “to those who c... Click to read the verse Isaiah 30:1-2 Click to read the verse Isaiah 30:1-2

1 Samuel 22:10 - Ahimelech inquired of the Lord for him; he also gave him provisions and the sword of Goliath th... Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 22:10 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 22:10

1 Samuel 14:18-19 - Saul said to Ahijah, “Bring the ark of God.” (At that time it was with the Israelites.) Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 14:18-19 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 14:18-19

2 Chronicles 35:22 - Josiah, however, would not turn away from him, but disguised himself to engage him in battle. H... Click to read the verse 2 Chronicles 35:22 Click to read the verse 2 Chronicles 35:22

Isaiah 30:2 - who go down to Egypt without consulting me; who look for help to Pharaoh’s protection, to Egypt... Click to read the verse Isaiah 30:2 Click to read the verse Isaiah 30:2

1 Kings 22:5 - But Jehoshaphat also said to the king of Israel, “First seek the counsel of the Lord.” Click to read the verse 1 Kings 22:5 Click to read the verse 1 Kings 22:5

Judges 20:7 - Now, all you Israelites, speak up and give your verdict.” Click to read the verse Judges 20:7 Click to read the verse Judges 20:7

1 Samuel 14:19 - While Saul was talking to the priest, the tumult in the Philistine camp increased more and more... Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 14:19 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 14:19

1 Samuel 23:2 - he inquired of the Lord, saying, “Shall I go and attack these Philistines?” The Lord answered h... Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 23:2 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 23:2

Luke 9:50 - “Do not stop him,” Jesus said, “for whoever is not against you is for you.” Click to read the verse Luke 9:50 Click to read the verse Luke 9:50

1 Chronicles 17:2 - Nathan replied to David, “Whatever you have in mind, do it, for God is with you.” Click to read the verse 1 Chronicles 17:2 Click to read the verse 1 Chronicles 17:2