Study the Book of
Joshua
A guide to understanding the structure, themes, and message of
Joshua
Overview
Joshua describes Israel’s entrance into the Promised Land, showing how God fulfills His promise to give the land to the descendants of Abraham.
Quick Facts
Date
c. 1400 BC
Author
Traditionally attributed to Joshua with later editorial additions
Testament
Old Testament
Biblical Division
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Literary Genre
Historical narrative
Purpose
To record the conquest and division of the land while demonstrating God's faithfulness to His covenant promises.
Historical & Biblical Context
Joshua begins immediately after the death of Moses. Leadership passes to Joshua who leads Israel across the Jordan River into Canaan. The book records key victories such as Jericho and the gradual settlement of the land among the tribes. The narrative emphasizes that Israel’s success depends on obedience to God rather than military strength. These events mark the beginning of Israel’s life in the land promised centuries earlier to Abraham.</p>
Structure
Major Themes
Key Passages
How to Study
Joshua
Guided Study Path
If you're not sure where to begin, this pathway breaks the book into study units that can be carefully observed and meditated on in one sitting, though they don't have to be. Study 1, for example, can take several days, while Study 2 may be only one day. It's intentionally not broken into timed units, so that you can move at your own pace and spend time with each passage.
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Joshua
Our Bible study guides walk through each book with structured questions that help you observe the text carefully, trace major themes, and understand how the message fits within the larger story of Scripture. The Study Guide can be used individually or with the Leader Guide in a group setting.
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