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Joshua: Summary & Key Themes
The Book of Joshua at a glance, before you read it.
| Written by | Joshua (traditional) |
|---|---|
| Written for | Israel |
| Type | History |
| Chapters | 24 |
| Position | Book 6 of 66 · book 6 of the Old Testament |
Summary
Joshua leads Israel across the Jordan, takes Jericho and the land, and divides it among the tribes, ending with the challenge to choose whom they will serve.
Main themes
- God keeps His promises
- courage
- faithful choice
Key verse
Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.Joshua 1:9 (KJV)
How to read Joshua
Try one chapter a day: 24 days to finish. Ask three questions as you go: what did this mean to the first readers, what does it show about God, and what does it ask of me?
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