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Rahab

Rahab Woman of Jericho who hid the spies

Old Testamentc. 1406 BC View journey on map

About Rahab

Rahab was a prostitute in Jericho who hid the Israelite spies and helped them escape. In return, she and her family were spared when Jericho fell. She is praised in the New Testament for her faith and is listed in the genealogy of Jesus Christ.

Events in the life of Rahab

The fall of Jericho
The fall of Jericho

Jericho · JOS 6:20

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Rahab's Character Traits

FaithCourageousOutsider WelcomedRedeemed

Rahab's Life Timeline

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  1. Hiding Spiesc. 1406 BC

    Rahab hides Israelite spies and confesses faith in their God.

    JOS 2:1-14

  2. Covenantc. 1406 BC

    Rahab receives promise of safety for her family, marked by a scarlet cord.

    JOS 2:15-21

  3. Salvationc. 1406 BC

    Rahab and her family are saved when Jericho falls.

    JOS 6:22-25

  4. Integrationc. 1400 BC

    Rahab marries Salmon and becomes an ancestor of David and Jesus.

    MAT 1:5

Who is linked to Rahab

Rahab's Key Relationships

Jesus Christ
Jesus ChristAncestor

Ancestor - Rahab appears in Jesus' genealogy, showing God's grace to outsiders.

Rahab's Key Locations

Jericho
Jericho

City where Rahab lived and was saved from destruction.

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Spiritual Lessons from Rahab

Faith Over Background

Rahab was a Canaanite prostitute - yet her faith earned her place in the 'Hall of Faith' (Hebrews 11) and Jesus' genealogy. God judges by faith, not past sins or ethnic background.

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