Joshua
The account of Israel's conquest of Canaan under Joshua's leadership and the distribution of the land among the twelve tribes
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you."
Joshua 1:9
Book Segments
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About the Book
IntroTo show that God faithfully fulfilled every promise he made to Abraham and Moses by giving Israel the land, and that obedience to God brings victory while disobedience brings defeat.
Preparation for Conquest
Ch. 1-2God commissions Joshua as Moses' successor, and spies are sent to scout Jericho with Rahab's help
Crossing the Jordan and First Victories
Ch. 3-6Israel miraculously crosses the Jordan River and captures Jericho after establishing covenant markers
Setback and Recovery at Ai
Ch. 7-8Defeat at Ai due to Achan's sin, followed by restoration and victory after dealing with disobedience
Deception and Treaties
Ch. 9-10The Gibeonite deception leads to an unwanted treaty, followed by the famous battle where the sun stands still
Conquest of the South and North
Ch. 11-12Systematic conquest of southern and northern Canaan, with a summary of defeated kings and conquered territories
Dividing the Inheritance
Ch. 13-21The detailed distribution of the Promised Land among the twelve tribes, including cities of refuge and Levitical cities
Unity and Covenant Renewal
Ch. 22-24Eastern tribes return home, potential civil war is averted, and Joshua gives his farewell address with covenant renewal