Jos 9:22 | MHM | STEP | Joshua 9:22 – The Gibeonites Made Bondmen This section describes how Joshua and the leaders of Israel dealt with the Gibeonites after discovering their deception. Now, the elders of Gibeon met directly with Joshua to settle the matter. Joshua confronted them about their trickery, and the Gibeonites explained their actions. As punishment, Joshua made them servants for the house of God. The Gibeonites accepted this sentence, understanding it was better than death. Their new role would help with the daily work in the tabernacle and would also connect them to Israel’s worship. This arrangement also showed that even those who come as outsiders can find a place among God's people if they are humble and willing to serve. v. 22 : Joshua spoke to the Gibeonites and asked why they had tricked Israel ( v. 22 ). He did not use harsh words or insult them, but calmly asked for an explanation. This shows that it is wise to stay calm, even when someone has done wrong.

‏ Joshua 9:22

Joshua 9:22 – The Gibeonites Made Bondmen

This section describes how Joshua and the leaders of Israel dealt with the Gibeonites after discovering their deception. Now, the elders of Gibeon met directly with Joshua to settle the matter. Joshua confronted them about their trickery, and the Gibeonites explained their actions. As punishment, Joshua made them servants for the house of God. The Gibeonites accepted this sentence, understanding it was better than death. Their new role would help with the daily work in the tabernacle and would also connect them to Israel’s worship. This arrangement also showed that even those who come as outsiders can find a place among God's people if they are humble and willing to serve.

v. 22: Joshua spoke to the Gibeonites and asked why they had tricked Israel (v. 22 ^a). He did not use harsh words or insult them, but calmly asked for an explanation. This shows that it is wise to stay calm, even when someone has done wrong.