- 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) Caleb
B) Joshua
C) Aaron
D) Moses
- 2. What city did the Israelites first conquer in Canaan?
A) Ai
B) Gibeon
C) Hebron
D) Jericho
- 3. What was the key strategy used by Joshua to capture Jericho?
A) Built a wall
B) Circled the city for seven days
C) Launched a direct assault
D) Used deceit
- 4. Who helped the Israelite spies in Jericho?
A) Zipporah
B) Rahab
C) Delilah
D) Deborah
- 5. What was the fate of Achan after he disobeyed God's command?
A) He escaped
B) He was forgiven
C) He was stoned and burned
D) He became a leader
- 6. Which city was defeated after Jericho?
A) Jerusalem
B) Lazaron
C) Ai
D) Gibeon
- 7. What was the significance of the stones set up from the Jordan?
A) Memorial for future generations
B) Offerings to idols
C) Boundary marker
D) Sacrificial altar
- 8. Why did the Israelites initially fail to conquer Ai?
A) Lack of weapons
B) Insufficient troops
C) Surprise attack
D) Achan's sin
- 9. How did Joshua divide the land among the tribes?
A) By population
B) By lineage
C) By lot
D) By battle
- 10. What instructions did God give Joshua after Moses' death?
A) Be strong and courageous
B) Trust in men
C) Seek knowledge first
D) Be humble and meek
- 11. What was emphasized in Joshua's farewell address?
A) Militaristic dominance
B) Political alliances
C) Economic prosperity
D) Faithfulness to God
- 12. What sign did the Gibeonites use to deceive Joshua?
A) Rich offerings
B) Worn-out provisions
C) Loud cries for help
D) Miraculous signs
- 13. In what book is the story of Joshua's conquest primarily recorded?
A) Book of Judges
B) Book of Joshua
C) Book of Exodus
D) Book of Numbers
- 14. What testament is the story of Joshua's Conquest found?
A) Torah
B) New Testament
C) Old Testament
D) Apocrypha
- 15. What was the last city conquered by Joshua?
A) Ai
B) Gibeon
C) Hazor
D) Jericho
- 16. What important item did the priests carry across the Jordan?
A) The Tablets of Stone
B) The Silver Trumpets
C) The Ark of the Covenant
D) The Scroll of the Law
- 17. What did Joshua set up as a memorial after crossing the Jordan?
A) An altar
B) A tabernacle
C) A statue
D) Twelve stones
- 18. At the end of Joshua's life, what was his final exhortation to Israel?
A) Obey the law
B) Fear the enemies
C) Choose this day whom you will serve
D) Spread out and conquer
- 19. What feat did God perform for Joshua at Gibeon?
A) Sent hailstones
B) Made the sun stand still
C) Opened the heavens
D) Caused an earthquake
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