The Lord will provide security by removing harmful beasts from the land, that is, beasts that would terrorize the inhabitants of Canaan (see further Judges 14:5; 2 Kings 2:24; Isaiah 11:6–9). Moreover, the Lord will protect the land from military conflict. This is a remarkable promise that might easily be overlooked. The land of Canaan is positioned between two ancient military superpowers, Egypt and Mesopotamia. Canaan is where many of their military campaigns occurred. If the Hebrews are faithful to the covenant, they will not need to fear the threat of war.
6 Je mettrai la paix dans le pays, et personne ne troublera votre sommeil; je ferai disparaître du pays les bêtes féroces, et l'épée ne passera point par votre pays.