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Now therefore divide this land for an inheritance to the nine tribes, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

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Inheritance by Faith

Commentators highlight a crucial detail: God commands Joshua to divide land that isn't fully conquered. This demonstrates a principle of faith. The victory was guaranteed by God, making the land legally Israel's inheritance. However, the tribes still had to act in faith to possess their specific allotments, a task that would require their ongoing obedience.

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Joshua

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Joshua 13:1–7

19th Century

Bishop

(Joshua 13:1–14).

(b) According to its boundaries.

Joshua was old and stricken in years. —Rather, he…

John Gill

John Gill

On Joshua 13:7

17th Century

Pastor

Now therefore divide this land for an inheritance
Having the command and authority of God for it, he was to set abou…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Joshua 13:7–33

17th Century

Minister

The land must be divided among the tribes. It is the will of God that each person should know what belongs to them, and not take what belongs to an…