The five kings hide in the cave at Makkedah — Now the five kings fled and hid themselves in the cave at Makkedah. The kings, having been routed in open battle, retreat to the cave (מְעָרָה, a natural stronghold) at Makkedah. Their flight from the field represents total military collapse; they abandon their armies and seek personal refuge. The cave becomes both their hiding place and their tomb—Joshua will discover them there and execute a judgment that will echo through Israel's victory.

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