Prophecy in
The land will be divided among the remaining seven tribes.
Context
Joshua addresses the Israelites at Shiloh, urging the remaining seven tribes to take possession of their allotted inheritance in the Promised Land.
Fulfillment
complete
Fulfilled inJoshua 18:11-28
The land is surveyed and divided among the seven tribes, fulfilling the promise of land allocation to the Israelites as part of God's covenant with Abraham.
Theological significance
This event signifies the faithfulness of God in fulfilling His promises to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and underscores the importance of obedience and action in receiving God's blessings.
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