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Achan

Achan Man who Sinned at Jericho

Old Testamentc. 1406 BC View journey on map

About Achan

Achan was an Israelite who disobeyed God's command after the fall of Jericho by taking devoted things. His sin caused Israel's defeat at Ai. When discovered by lot, he confessed to taking a cloak, silver, and gold. He and his family were stoned in the Valley of Achor.

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Achan's Character Traits

CovetousDisobedientHidden sin

Achan's Life Timeline

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  1. Jericho Victoryc. 1406 BC

    Israel conquers Jericho; everything is devoted to destruction.

    JOS 6:17-21

  2. The Sinc. 1406 BC

    Achan takes forbidden plunder: a robe, silver, and gold.

    JOS 7:20-21

  3. Ai Defeatc. 1406 BC

    Israel is defeated at Ai; 36 men die because of hidden sin.

    JOS 7:4-5

  4. Discoveryc. 1406 BC

    God reveals Achan's sin through lots; he confesses.

    JOS 7:16-21

  5. Judgmentc. 1406 BC

    Achan and his family are stoned and burned in the Valley of Achor.

    JOS 7:24-26

Who is linked to Achan

Achan's Key Relationships

Joshua
JoshuaLeader

Leader - Joshua had to execute judgment on Achan.

Achan's Key Locations

Jericho
Jericho

Where Achan took the forbidden plunder.

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Spiritual Lessons from Achan

Hidden Sin Affects Others

Achan's secret sin caused Israel's defeat and 36 deaths. Sin is never private - it has corporate consequences. One person's disobedience can bring disaster on a whole community. Nothing is hidden from God.

Key Verses about Achan

Joshua 7:1-26

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