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Introduction to Joshua

Outline of the Book of Joshua

  1. Conquest of the land of Canaan (1:1–12:24)
    • Preparation for conquest; spies; crossing the Jordan River (1:1–5:1)
    • Ceremonies at Gilgal; conquest of Jericho and Ai (5:2–8:29)
    • The covenant affirmed at Shechem (8:30–35)
    • Southern and central campaigns; northern campaigns (9:1–12:24)
  2. Settlement in the Promised Land; division of the land (13:1–22:34)
  3. Joshua's final days (23:1–24:33)

What is the Book of Joshua about?

The Book of Joshua is about the Israelites entering and occupying the Promised Land. Joshua was the leader that replaced Moses. He led the Israelites as they fought the people living in the Promised Land. This book also tells how the Israelites divided the land among the twelve tribes. (See: rc://en/tw/dict/bible/kt/promisedland)