An informational overview of the Battle of Gibeon and its extraordinary description.
Biblical Context
The battle includes one of the most debated miracles in Scripture.
A Coalition War in the Hill Country
Five Amorite kings attacked Gibeon after it allied with Israel. Joshua marched overnight from Gilgal, surprising the coalition. The battle moved westward as the Amorites fled down steep valleys.
Archaeological Evidence
Gibeon has been excavated extensively. Wine cellars, fortifications, and administrative structures confirm a major Late Bronze and Iron Age city. Large hailstorms are documented in ancient Near Eastern texts.
Bible Verses About Battle of Gibeon: Sun Standing Still
Joshua 10:11 – Great hailstones.
Joshua 10:13 – Sun stood still.
Joshua 10:24 – Kings under Joshua’s feet.
Joshua 10:40 – Conquest of the hill country.
Habakkuk 3:11 – Sun and moon stood still.
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