יהושע, פרק כ״ג, פסוק ט׳

The military triumphs of the Israelites in their new land were a direct result of their loyalty. The primary approach among commentators is that the removal of the powerful nations was given as a reward. Because the people held fast to God, He acted on their behalf, clearing the land of its strong inhabitants.

Joshua speaks directly to the nation, calling upon their own lived experiences. He reminds them that they witnessed this reality firsthand. Throughout all their battles, they were never defeated, and no enemy was ever able to stand against them.