Yehoshua
Joshua
1491 BC – 1381 BC
The son of Nun, of the tribe of Ephraim, who led Israel’s fighting men against Amalek while Moses held up his hands (Exodus 17:9-13). He was one of the twelve sent to spy out the land and one of the two who gave a good report (Numbers 14:6-9). Moses laid his hands on him as successor at the LORD’s command (Numbers 27:18-23), and he led Israel into Canaan (Joshua 1:1-9). The text records that he died at 110 years of age (Joshua 24:29). His birth year is not stated; the bar applies his recorded lifespan to an estimated birth.
Approximate — birth year not stated in text
Scripture
Places
Dwelt at
- Har Sinai1491 BC – 1381 BCPer scripture
Accompanied Moses partway up the mountain; remained at the tent of meeting as Moses' aide.
- Arvot Mo'av1491 BC – 1381 BCPer scripture
Commissioned by Moses, with the laying on of hands, as his successor to lead Israel into the land.
- Kadesh Barnea1491 BC – 1381 BCPer scripture
One of the twelve spies sent into Canaan; with Caleb, brought back a minority report of faith.
Visited
- Refidim1491 BC – 1381 BCPer scripture
Led Israel's fighting men in battle against Amalek while Moses' hands were held up on the hill.
Present at events
Led
Led Israel across the Jordan into Canaan; the LORD exalted him in the sight of all Israel.
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