Introduction
Moses being dead, God commissions Joshua to bring the people into the promised land, Joshua 1:1 , Joshua 1:2 . The extent of the land to be possessed, Joshua 1:3 , Joshua 1:4 . Joshua is assured of victory over all his enemies, and is exhorted to courage and activity, Joshua 1:5 , Joshua 1:6 ; and to be careful to act, in all things, according to the law of Moses, in which he us to meditate day and night, Joshua 1:7 , Joshua 1:8 . He is again exhorted to courage, with the promise of continued support, Joshua 1:9 . Joshua commands the officers to prepare the people for their passage over Jordan, Joshua 1:10 , Joshua 1:11 . The Reubenites, Gadites, and half tribe of Manasseh, are put in mind of their engagement to pass over with their brethren, Joshua 1:12-15 . They promise the strictest obedience, and pray for the prosperity of their leader, Joshua 1:16-18 .
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