Ai: A Lesson in Obedience and Community Purity The battle of Ai, following the fall of Jericho, is a significant moment in the Book of Joshua that underscores the importance of obedience and communal purity before engaging in warfare. Unlike Jericho, where victory came largely through miraculous intervention, Israel faced … Continue reading Why is Ai considered a lesson in obedience and purity of the community before battle?