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They formed an alliance to fight Joshua and Israel. In contrast, when the population of Gibeon heard what Joshua had done to Jericho and Ai, they acted cleverly. They set out pretending to be messengers.[a] They took worn-out sacks for their donkeys and worn-out wineskins that were split and mended.

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  1. Joshua 9:4 Heb uncertain

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