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The Biblical World / Periods / Conquest & Settlement

Biblical Period

Conquest & Settlement

c. 1406–1380 BC Old Testament

Under Joshua, Israel crosses the Jordan and takes possession of Canaan. The land is divided among the twelve tribes as God fulfills his promise to the fathers.

Era Overview

Key Themes

FulfillmentHoly warInheritanceObedience

Primary Books

Joshua

Key Figures

  • Joshua
    Owner of a field in Beth-shemesh
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  • Rahab
    A Canaanite woman who helped the Israelite spies in Jericho
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  • Caleb Tribe of Judah
    Son of Hezron
    Son of Hezron, descendant of Judah
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  • Achan Tribe of Judah
    Son of Carmi
    An Israelite who stole devoted things, causing Israel's defeat.
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In This Timeline

  1. 1 Patriarchs
  2. 2 Exodus
  3. 3 Conquest
  4. 4 Judges
  5. 5 United Kingdom
  6. 6 Divided Kingdom
  7. 7 Exile
  8. 8 Restoration
  9. 9 Intertestamental
  10. 10 NT Era

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