- 1. Joshua's Conquest, a monumental event in biblical history, refers to the campaigns led by Joshua, the successor of Moses, as the Israelites sought to take possession of the Promised Land, Canaan, after their exodus from Egypt. This period is characterized by a series of military engagements outlined in the Book of Joshua, where the Israelites, guided by divine instruction, faced formidable city-states and strong armies. Joshua's leadership was marked by his unwavering faith and strategic acumen, as he orchestrated the miraculous crossing of the Jordan River, which he did by parting its waters, reminiscent of Moses parting the Red Sea. The most famous of the conquests is the Battle of Jericho, where the Israelites encircled the city for six days, and on the seventh day, they blew their trumpets and shouted, leading to the walls of Jericho collapsing. Through these conquests, which included cities like Ai and Gibeon, Joshua not only fought battles but also established a covenantal relationship between God and the Israelites, emphasizing obedience and worship as crucial elements in their quest for land and identity. The conquests ultimately secured territory for the twelve tribes of Israel, laying the groundwork for their future as a nation chosen to fulfill God’s promises, while their legacy continues to be a subject of theological reflection, historical inquiry, and cultural significance.
Who was the leader of the Israelites during the conquest of Canaan?
A) Moses
B) Joshua
C) Aaron
D) Caleb
- 2. What city did the Israelites first conquer in Canaan?
A) Gibeon
B) Jericho
C) Ai
D) Hebron
- 3. What was the key strategy used by Joshua to capture Jericho?
A) Built a wall
B) Circled the city for seven days
C) Used deceit
D) Launched a direct assault
- 4. Who helped the Israelite spies in Jericho?
A) Zipporah
B) Delilah
C) Rahab
D) Deborah
- 5. What was the fate of Achan after he disobeyed God's command?
A) He became a leader
B) He was forgiven
C) He escaped
D) He was stoned and burned
- 6. Which city was defeated after Jericho?
A) Gibeon
B) Ai
C) Lazaron
D) Jerusalem
- 7. What was the significance of the stones set up from the Jordan?
A) Boundary marker
B) Memorial for future generations
C) Sacrificial altar
D) Offerings to idols
- 8. Why did the Israelites initially fail to conquer Ai?
A) Surprise attack
B) Lack of weapons
C) Insufficient troops
D) Achan's sin
- 9. How did Joshua divide the land among the tribes?
A) By population
B) By lineage
C) By battle
D) By lot
- 10. What instructions did God give Joshua after Moses' death?
A) Seek knowledge first
B) Be humble and meek
C) Be strong and courageous
D) Trust in men
- 11. What was emphasized in Joshua's farewell address?
A) Faithfulness to God
B) Economic prosperity
C) Militaristic dominance
D) Political alliances
- 12. What sign did the Gibeonites use to deceive Joshua?
A) Rich offerings
B) Worn-out provisions
C) Miraculous signs
D) Loud cries for help
- 13. In what book is the story of Joshua's conquest primarily recorded?
A) Book of Joshua
B) Book of Numbers
C) Book of Exodus
D) Book of Judges
- 14. What testament is the story of Joshua's Conquest found?
A) Torah
B) Old Testament
C) New Testament
D) Apocrypha
- 15. What was the last city conquered by Joshua?
A) Ai
B) Hazor
C) Jericho
D) Gibeon
- 16. What important item did the priests carry across the Jordan?
A) The Silver Trumpets
B) The Ark of the Covenant
C) The Tablets of Stone
D) The Scroll of the Law
- 17. What did Joshua set up as a memorial after crossing the Jordan?
A) A tabernacle
B) A statue
C) Twelve stones
D) An altar
- 18. At the end of Joshua's life, what was his final exhortation to Israel?
A) Obey the law
B) Choose this day whom you will serve
C) Spread out and conquer
D) Fear the enemies
- 19. What feat did God perform for Joshua at Gibeon?
A) Caused an earthquake
B) Opened the heavens
C) Sent hailstones
D) Made the sun stand still
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