The people of Israel defeated the kings of the following cities: Jericho, Ai (near Bethel),
Every man in Ai went after the Israelites, and the city was left wide open, with no one to defend it.
The Lord said to Joshua, “Take all the soldiers with you and go on up to Ai. Don't be afraid or discouraged. I will give you victory over the king of Ai; his people, city, and land will be yours.