Rahab , a Gentile prostitute in the city of Jericho (Ariha,
West Bank), became an honored convert to the Jewish faith and was praised by
the writer of Hebrews for her faith.
When the king of Jericho sent his soldiers to catch Israelite spies sent
by Joshua, Rahab hid the spies in her house.
For her help, Rahab was promised protection for herself and
her family when the Israelites overran the city.
Rahab later became the mother of Boaz, who married
Ruth. Through Ruth, Rahab became
the great-grandmother of King David.
She is one of only four women mentioned in the genealogies of Jesus.
Joshua 2:1-20, 6:17
Ruth 4:18-21
Matthew 1:5
Hebrews 11:31
James 2:25
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