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Israelites wandered in the desert for – years
40
worship of false gods
idolatry
Canaanite nature god of fertility
Baal
It took – years for the Israelites to completely occupy Canaan
50
Son of Nun
Joshua
What is his special formula?
strong leadership
constant obedience to God’s will
most qualified successor to Moses
Joshua
Moses’ constant companion and closest confidant
Joshua
Joshua means ———
Yahweh is salvation
What is his primary mission?
To lead the Israelites into Canaan
man of faith who boldly led his people against incredible odds because he believed in God’s promise
Joshua
What was Israel’s first problem in the time of Joshua?
Cross the Jordan River
——– was near the Jordan River
Jericho
How many spies did Joshua send to explore Jericho?
2
Who helped the 2 spies escape?
Rahab, a prostitute
How many times did the Israelites march around Jericho?
13 times
On the first 6 days, marched once and on the 7th day, marched 7 times
How many priests were carrying ram’s horns ahead of the ark?
7
Who were the heads of the 12 tribes of Israel?
Jacob’s sons
Tribes of Israel
12
Who divided the tribes of Israel?
Joshua
Where did Joshua gather the people to renew the covenant?
Shechem
central and most important symbol of Israel’s united faith
Ark of the Covenant
Cycle of Sin
sin -> punishment -> repentance -> deliverance -> freedom -> pride
not interpreters of the law today
judges
Military and spiritual leaders called by God to protect His chosen People
judges