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Joshua 1

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1Now after the death of Moses the servant of Yahweh, Yahweh spoke to Joshua the son of Nun, Moses’ servant, saying, 2“Moses my servant is dead. Now therefore arise, go across this Jordan, you and all these people, to the land which I am giving to them, even to the children of Israel. 3I have given you every place that the sole of your foot will tread on, as I told Moses. 4From the wilderness and this Lebanon even to the great river, the river Euphrates, all the land of the Hittites, and to the great sea toward the going down of the sun, shall be your border. 5No man will be able to stand before you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so I will be with you. I will not fail you nor forsake you. 6“Be strong and courageous; for you shall cause this people to inherit the land which I swore to their fathers to give them. 7Only be strong and very courageous. Be careful to observe to do according to all the law which Moses my servant commanded you. Don’t turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may have good success wherever you go. 8This book of the law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it; for then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall have good success. 9Haven’t I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be dismayed, for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go.” 10Then Joshua commanded the officers of the people, saying, 11“Pass through the middle of the camp, and command the people, saying, ‘Prepare food; for within three days you are to pass over this Jordan, to go in to possess the land which Yahweh your God gives you to possess.’” 12Joshua spoke to the Reubenites, and to the Gadites, and to the half-tribe of Manasseh, saying, 13“Remember the word which Moses the servant of Yahweh commanded you, saying, ‘Yahweh your God gives you rest, and will give you this land. 14Your wives, your little ones, and your livestock shall live in the land which Moses gave you beyond the Jordan; but you shall pass over before your brothers armed, all the mighty men of valor, and shall help them 15until Yahweh has given your brothers rest, as he has given you, and they have also possessed the land which Yahweh your God gives them. Then you shall return to the land of your possession and possess it, which Moses the servant of Yahweh gave you beyond the Jordan toward the sunrise.’” 16They answered Joshua, saying, “All that you have commanded us we will do, and wherever you send us we will go. 17Just as we listened to Moses in all things, so will we listen to you. Only may Yahweh your God be with you, as he was with Moses. 18Whoever rebels against your commandment, and doesn’t listen to your words in all that you command him shall himself be put to death. Only be strong and courageous.”

World English Bible, 2020 stable text edition. Public domain; “World English Bible” is a trademark of eBible.org. eBible.org

Overview

Joshua Chapter 1 marks a significant transition in the history of Israel as it begins the account of Joshua leading the Israelites into the Promised Land after the death of Moses. God speaks directly to Joshua, affirming his leadership and commanding him to be strong and courageous. This chapter emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's law, as God instructs Joshua to meditate on the Book of the Law day and night, ensuring that he follows it closely. The promise of success and prosperity is tied to Joshua's faithfulness in adhering to God's commands, highlighting the covenant relationship between God and His people. (#Joshua #Moses #PromisedLand)

The chapter also illustrates the unity and readiness of the Israelites as they prepare to cross the Jordan River. Joshua sends officers throughout the camp to prepare the people, reminding them of the commitment they made to possess the land. The tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh are specifically addressed, as they had settled on the east side of the Jordan but are called to assist their fellow Israelites in the conquest of Canaan. Their response reflects a spirit of cooperation and loyalty, affirming their commitment to follow Joshua's leadership. This chapter sets the stage for the unfolding of God's promises and the fulfillment of His plan for Israel's inheritance. (#Israelites #Covenant #JordanRiver)

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  1. Genesis 15:18v4Genesis 15:18 records God's covenant with Abram, promising land from the river of Egypt to the Euphrates. Joshua 1:4 reiterates this promise as the Israelites prepare to enter the Promised Land.
  2. Deuteronomy 3:28v6Deuteronomy 3:28 involves God's command to Moses to encourage and strengthen Joshua. Joshua 1:6-9 records God's direct encouragement to Joshua, emphasizing strength and courage as he leads Israel.
  3. Deuteronomy 7:21v9Deuteronomy 7:21 encourages Israel not to be terrified because God is with them, a reassurance also given to Joshua in Joshua 1:9 to be strong and courageous because God is with him.
  4. Deuteronomy 11:8v7Deuteronomy 11:8 emphasizes the importance of keeping God's commandments to be strong and possess the land, a theme reiterated in Joshua 1:7, where Joshua is encouraged to be strong and courageous by adhering to the law.
  5. Deuteronomy 17:18-19v8Deuteronomy 17:18-19 commands the king to write a copy of the law and read it daily, paralleling Joshua 1:8 where Joshua is instructed to meditate on the law day and night.
  6. Deuteronomy 20:1v9Deuteronomy 20:1 encourages the Israelites not to fear their enemies because God is with them. Similarly, Joshua 1:9 reassures Joshua of God's presence and commands him to be strong and courageous.
  7. Deuteronomy 31:8v9Deuteronomy 31:8 reassures Joshua that the Lord goes before him, a promise reiterated in Joshua 1:9, where God commands Joshua to be strong and courageous as he leads Israel.
  8. Deuteronomy 31:23v6In Deuteronomy 31:23, God commissions Joshua, encouraging him to be strong and courageous. This is paralleled in Joshua 1:6, where God reiterates this command as Joshua prepares to lead Israel into the Promised Land.
  9. Judges 1:1v1Judges 1:1 begins with the death of Joshua, similar to Joshua 1:1-2, which begins with the death of Moses. Both passages mark a transition in leadership and a new phase for the Israelites.
  10. Judges 4:6v9Judges 4:6 shows Deborah commanding Barak to lead Israel into battle, echoing God's command to Joshua in Joshua 1:9 to be strong and courageous in leading Israel.
  11. 2 Samuel 10:12v9In 2 Samuel 10:12, Joab encourages his troops to be strong and courageous, similar to God's command to Joshua in Joshua 1:9, emphasizing reliance on God's will and strength in battle.
  12. 1 Chronicles 19:13v9In 1 Chronicles 19:13, Joab encourages his troops to be strong and courageous, echoing God's command to Joshua in Joshua 1:9. This highlights the theme of divine encouragement and strength in battle.
  13. 1 Chronicles 22:13v71 Chronicles 22:13 emphasizes the importance of being strong and courageous in following God's laws, similar to the charge given to Joshua in Joshua 1:7-8.
  14. 1 Chronicles 28:20v9David's encouragement to Solomon in 1 Chronicles 28:20 to be strong and courageous mirrors God's exhortation to Joshua in Joshua 1:9, emphasizing reliance on God's presence.
  15. Nehemiah 4:14v9Nehemiah 4:14 encourages the people not to fear and to remember the Lord, similar to Joshua 1:9 where God commands Joshua to be strong and courageous.
  16. Psalms 1:2v8Psalm 1:2 emphasizes delight in the law of the Lord and meditating on it day and night, which is similarly commanded in Joshua 1:8 as a means to prosperity and success.
  17. Psalms 31:24v9Psalm 31:24 encourages believers to be strong and take heart, similar to God's command to Joshua in Joshua 1:9 to be strong and courageous, emphasizing reliance on God's presence.

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