Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Armies » Employed in » Besieging cities
If the people of that city choose to fight and will not surrender, surround it with your army.
Verse Concepts
I will surround you with a military blockade and attack you from all sides.
Verse Concepts
Siege » An offer of peace must be made to the city before beginning a
When you go to attack a city, first give its people a chance to surrender. If they open the gates and surrender, they will all become your slaves and do forced labor for you. If the people of that city choose to fight and will not surrender, surround it with your army.