The neighboring kings tremble at the thought of what Israel will do as they invade their Promised Land. The Gibeonites, however, decide to try deceit as an insurance policy. They trick the nation into an alliance before Joshua can discover that they actually ARE inhabitants of the land. Joshua honors his covenant, yet makes the Gibeonites tabernacle assistants.
A fierce battle with a consortium of kings culminates with Joshua commanding the sun to stand still in the sky while the battle is fought. Due to the lengthened day, a total victory is gained for Israel. Joshua then leads the nation through the southern portion of the land before heading north in his path of conquest.
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