Joshua 5:10
Joshua 5:10 – The Ceasing of the Manna This section tells how the Israelites, after crossing the Jordan, kept the Passover and then began to eat food grown in Canaan. This was a big change for them, as the manna, which God had provided in the wilderness, stopped. The Canaanites were surprised by the Israelites’ actions, especially as they kept following God’s commands even when facing possible danger. Joshua and the people started their time in the promised land by worshiping God and obeying His law. This set a good example for everyone, showing that it is wise to begin any new journey or challenge by putting God first.v. 10: The Israelites celebrated the Passover on the fourteenth day of the first month, just as God had commanded in the law ( a). They did this in the same place where they had been circumcised, in the plains of Jericho. While they traveled in the wilderness, they could not keep the Passover, but now, after entering Canaan, God allowed them to celebrate it again. This celebration was a reminder of their deliverance from Egypt and a sign that God was now blessing them with a new beginning. Even though they were surrounded by enemies, God protected them as they worshiped Him (; b).
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