Joshua 9:9-15

9They told him, “Your subjects have come from a very distant land because of the reputation of the Lord your God, for we have heard the news about all he did in Egypt

10and all he did to the two Amorite kings on the other side of the Jordan – King Sihon of Heshbon and King Og of Bashan in Ashtaroth.

11Our leaders and all who live in our land told us, ‘Take provisions for your journey and go meet them. Tell them, “We are willing to be your subjects. Make a treaty with us.”’

12This bread of ours was warm when we packed it in our homes the day we started out to meet you, but now it is dry and hard.

13These wineskins we filled were brand new, but look how they have ripped. Our clothes and sandals have worn out because it has been a very long journey.”

14The men examined some of their provisions, but they failed to ask the Lord’s advice.

15Joshua made a peace treaty with them and agreed to let them live. The leaders of the community sealed it with an oath.