Late 15th Century BC (Traditional Dating of the Conquest of Canaan)
The Israelites were transitioning from a nomadic lifestyle in the wilderness to settling in the Promised Land, Canaan, which was inhabited by various Canaanite tribes with their own polytheistic beliefs.
Canaan was a region with multiple city-states, each ruled by its own king. The Israelites were about to enter a land with established political entities.
The Jordan River, which served as a natural boundary between the wilderness and the land of Canaan. The crossing took place near Jericho, a significant city in Canaan.
The Israelites followed a theocratic system where God was their ultimate leader, and the Ark of the Covenant was central to their worship and identity. The crossing of the Jordan was a significant act of faith and obedience.
Joshua
The Priests
Carriers of the Ark of the Covenant, which symbolized God's presence among the people.