Joshua - [日本語]
About
Joshua is the first of the 12 historical books, which document the story of Israelites when they enter the Promised Land after God delivers them from slavery in Egypt. Joshua records the first part; the capture and the settlement of the Promised Land.
Authorship and Date
Traditionally the book has been ascribed to Joshua, who was the key eyewitness of the events recorded in the book.
Background and Historical Setting
Summary
Outline
Israel Prepares for the Conquest (1:1-5:15)
The Conquest of the Promised Land by Israel (6:1-13:7)
The Distribution of the Promised Land (13:8-22:34)
Retaining the Promised Land (23:1-24:28)
The Deaths of Joshua and Eleazar (24:29-24:33)