4 Then Joshua called the twelve men from the people of Israel, whom he had appointed, a man from each tribe.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Joshua 4:4

Commentary on Joshua 4:1-9

(Read Joshua 4:1-9)

The works of the Lord are so worthy of rememberance, and the heart of man is so prone to forget them, that various methods are needful to refresh our memories, for the glory of God, our advantage, and that of our children. God gave orders for preparing this memorial.