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What does Numbers 14:6 mean?

Joshua son of Nun and Caleb son of Jephunneh, who were among those sent to scout the land, tore their clothes in grief. Numbers 14:6 - Modern Text Bible

(Joshua and Caleb are deeply upset by the people's reaction. Tearing clothes was a sign of mourning or distress in their culture.)