Jos 15:16 | JFB | STEP | 16-20. He that smiteth Kirjath-sepher-- This offer was made as an incentive to youthful bravery (see on ); and the prize was won by Othniel, Caleb's younger brother ( ; ). This was the occasion of drawing out the latent energies of him who was destined to be the first judge in Israel.

‏ Joshua 15:16

Jos 15:16-20. Othniel, for His Valor, Has Achsah to Wife.

16-20. He that smiteth Kirjath-sepher--This offer was made as an incentive to youthful bravery (see on 1Sa 17:25); and the prize was won by Othniel, Caleb's younger brother (Jud 1:13; 3:9). This was the occasion of drawing out the latent energies of him who was destined to be the first judge in Israel.