Read Joshua 14.1-15. In 14.1-15: Prelude to land distribution. In verse 1: Joshua is joined by the priest Eleazar because casting the sacred lot was a priestly monopoly (Deut 33.8). In verse 2: Distribution by lot confirms that the results are in accordance with divine will. In verse 4: The total number of allotments comes out out to twelve because Joseph gave rise to two tribes and Levi received no territory. In verses 6-12: Caleb claims a special grant of territory based on his honest and loyal behavior as a spy (vv.7-8; Num 13) and the promise of Moses (v. 9). He supports his case by reference to his great age and warlike vigor (vv. 10-11). It was Israel's fear of all the Anakim (vv. 12, 15) that had caused the original problem (Num 11.28). Comments or Questions..
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