Joshua 22:21

New English Translation

The Reubenites, Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh answered the leaders of the Israelite clans:

Cross References

Proverbs 15:1

A gentle response turns away anger, but a harsh word stirs up wrath.

Proverbs 16:1

The intentions of the heart belong to a man, but the answer of the tongue comes from the Lord.

Proverbs 18:13

The one who gives an answer before he listens – that is his folly and his shame.

Proverbs 24:26

Like a kiss on the lips is the one who gives an honest answer.

Micah 5:2

(5:1) As for you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, seemingly insignificant among the clans of Judah – from you a king will emerge who will rule over Israel on my behalf, one whose origins are in the distant past.

Acts 11:4

But Peter began and explained it to them point by point, saying,

James 1:19

Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters! Let every person be quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to anger.

Joshua 22:20

When Achan son of Zerah disobeyed the command about the city’s riches, the entire Israelite community was judged, though only one man had sinned. He most certainly died for his sin!’”

Joshua 22:22

“El, God, the Lord! El, God, the Lord! He knows the truth! Israel must also know! If we have rebelled or disobeyed the Lord, don’t spare us today!

1 Peter 3:15

But set Christ apart as Lord in your hearts and always be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks about the hope you possess.