In Leviticus 26:17, the covenant curse promises flight before enemies — exactly what Israel experienced at Ai due to hidden sin.

In Deuteronomy 28:25, God warns of defeat and fleeing seven ways — the very curse enacted when Israel sinned at Ai.

In Deuteronomy 32:30, the song explains that only when God gives up His people can a few rout many — as happened at Ai when the Lord withdrew.

In Isaiah 30:17, the prophet echoes the curse: one threat makes a thousand flee — the same panic Israel felt at Ai because of sin.

In Isaiah 59:2, sin separates from God — the root cause of Israel's flight at Ai, as Achan's trespass hid God's face.

In Psalm 89:43, God turns back the sword of His anointed — mirroring how He withdrew support, causing Israel to flee at Ai.