Archaeological evidence supports a fifteenth-century destruction of Hazor. [1] The meaning of the phrase "cities that stood on their mounds" ( Joshua 11:13) is unclear. [source][source][source]
"It would be difficult to point out any single expression in the whole book of Joshua , perhaps in the whole Scriptures, more difficult of explanation than this." [2][source]
Perhaps these were the older more influential towns that previous generations had rebuilt on their former ruins. [3] If this is the meaning, probably Joshua did not burn them because he wanted to preserve these towns with time-honored sites for the Israelites" occupation. [source][source][source]
The secret of Joshua"s remarkable success from the human viewpoint was his consistent obedience to the Lord ( Joshua 11:15). We too will experience victory over our spiritual enemies-the world, the flesh, and the devil-to the extent that we do God"s will as He has revealed that in His Word. [source][source][source]