Purpose of the Spies in Yehoshua 2/2

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Purpose of the Spies in Yehoshua 2

Exegetical Approaches

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Morale Boosting Mission

The spies were sent to gauge the low morale of the Canaanites, and thereby boost the confidence of the Israelite fighting force.

Sources:Ralbag #2Yehoshua 2:1Yehoshua 2:14About R. Levi b. Gershom,1  RalbagYehoshua 2:1Yehoshua 2:14About R. Levi b. Gershom
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Military Mission

The spies were sent on a military mission

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