what does the bible say?
After the Israelites came out of Egypt, Caleb, from the tribe of Judah, was among the twelve spies sent to explore the Promised Land of Canaan. Despite the majority becoming fearful due to the Canaanites’ strong inhabitants and fortified cities, Caleb and Joshua believed God would grant them victory. The Israelites, however, were fearful and rebelled, wishing to return to Egypt. As a result, God decreed that the current generation would die in the wilderness, except Caleb and Joshua, and that the people would wander for forty years. Eventually, Caleb, at eighty-five, claimed his inheritance in Hebron due to his unwavering faith, leading to peace in the land.