The Book of Joshua

Old Testament • 24 Chapters • 658 Verses

Quick Facts

Testament
Old Testament
Chapters
24
Verses
658
Author
Joshua

Book Summary

Joshua records Israel's conquest and division of the Promised Land under Joshua's leadership, fulfilling God's promise to Abraham.

Main Themes

Conquest

God gives victory as Israel follows His commands.

Inheritance

Each tribe receives their promised portion of the land.

Key Verses in Joshua

Chapters in Joshua

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who wrote the book of Joshua?

Joshua is traditionally attributed to Joshua. As with much of Scripture, the attribution comes from long-standing tradition rather than a signature in the text itself.

How many chapters are in Joshua?

Joshua has 24 chapters and 658 verses. Every chapter is linked on this page and available in six translations.

What is the book of Joshua about?

Joshua records Israel's conquest and division of the Promised Land under Joshua's leadership, fulfilling God's promise to Abraham.

What are the main themes of Joshua?

The recurring themes in Joshua are Conquest and Inheritance. Each is explained in the themes section above with the passages where it surfaces.

Is Joshua in the Old or New Testament?

Joshua is in the Old Testament, and runs to 24 chapters. You can read it here chapter by chapter, or compare any verse across six translations.

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