en_tn_lite_do_not_use/jos/10/06.md

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They said

The word "They" here refers to Gibeonites.

Do not withdraw your hands from your servants

This humble request is stated with two negatives to emphasize the need for a positive action. Alternate translation: "Please come and use your strength to protect us" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-litotes)

your hands

The word "hands" here refers to the people of Israel's strength. Alternate translation: "your strength" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy)