Bible Glide

Bible book guide

Book of Joshua

Joshua tells how God led Israel into the promised land after Moses' death. It moves from crossing the Jordan and taking key cities to dividing the land among the tribes and ending with Joshua's farewell charge.

Chapters in Joshua

Joshua has 24 chapters. Start at chapter one or jump to the chapter you want to read.

  1. Chapter 1Joshua 118 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  2. Chapter 2Joshua 224 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  3. Chapter 3Joshua 317 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  4. Chapter 4Joshua 424 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  5. Chapter 5Joshua 515 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  6. Chapter 6Joshua 627 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  7. Chapter 7Joshua 726 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  8. Chapter 8Joshua 835 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  9. Chapter 9Joshua 927 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  10. Chapter 10Joshua 1043 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  11. Chapter 11Joshua 1123 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  12. Chapter 12Joshua 1224 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  13. Chapter 13Joshua 1333 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  14. Chapter 14Joshua 1415 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  15. Chapter 15Joshua 1563 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  16. Chapter 16Joshua 1610 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  17. Chapter 17Joshua 1718 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  18. Chapter 18Joshua 1828 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  19. Chapter 19Joshua 1951 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  20. Chapter 20Joshua 209 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  21. Chapter 21Joshua 2145 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  22. Chapter 22Joshua 2234 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  23. Chapter 23Joshua 2316 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text
  24. Chapter 24Joshua 2433 verses with a quick summary and full chapter text

What is Joshua about?

The book of Joshua traces Israel's move from wilderness wandering into settled life in the land God had promised. It begins with Joshua receiving his commission, then follows major acts of faith and judgment: Rahab's rescue, the Jordan crossing, Jericho, setbacks at Ai, and victories across Canaan. The second half turns to allotting the land, setting apart cities of refuge and Levitical towns, and resolving tensions among the tribes. Joshua closes with covenant renewal and a clear call to serve the LORD faithfully. It is a book about obedience, courage, judgment, and God's steady keeping of his promises.

Themes to watch

  • Promise KeptGod fulfills the covenant promise of land to Israel through battles, boundaries, and inheritance.
  • Faith and ObedienceSuccess in Joshua is tied to trusting God's word, acting on it, and staying loyal to him.
  • Memory and CovenantStones, altars, and final speeches help Israel remember what God has done and choose faithfulness.

Good questions

  • Where do I need to trust God's word before I can see the outcome?
  • What does Joshua teach about both courage and consequences?
  • How can remembering God's past faithfulness shape present obedience?