Time period
Late 15th Century BC to Early 14th Century BC (Conquest of Canaan)
Cultural background
The Israelites were settling in the Promised Land, dividing the land among the tribes as per God's promise to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
Political environment
Canaan was a land of various city-states and small kingdoms, often ruled by local kings. The Israelites were in the process of conquering and settling these territories.
Geographical setting
The chapter describes the allotment of land to the tribe of Joseph, specifically Ephraim and Manasseh, in the central hill country of Canaan.
Societal norms
Land inheritance was a crucial aspect of Israelite society, reflecting God's covenant promises and the fulfillment of the land promise to the patriarchs.
Significant figures
Joseph
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