Old Testament Outline
Book of Joshua
Addressed to the victorious Israelites who were settling the promised land
Overall theme: entering, conquering, and possessing the land.
Main character is Joshua
He replaces Moses
He prepares Israel both militarily and spiritually
Main events:
Joshua invades, conquers and divides up Canaan which becomes Israel.
Book Outline:
Preparation for taking the promised land
God appointed Joshua as leader of the people
Miraculous crossing of the Jordan on dry land
Effect of crossing on the Kings of Canaan
Passover observed
Conquest of Canaan
Victory at the battle of Jericho
The sin and punishment of Achan
Conquest of Southern Canaan
Division of the Land of Canaan
Possession of the land East of Jordan
Possession West of the Jordan
Joshua’s farewell speech to Israel, warning against idolatry
Joshua’s Death
The covenant at Shechem
Bones of Joseph buried at Shechem
1 Samuel......
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