And the LORD gave unto Israel all the land which he sware to give unto their fathers; and they possessed it, and dwelt therein.
And the LORD gave Israel all the land that he had promised to give to their ancestors; and they took possession of it and lived there.
God fulfilled his promise by giving the Israelites all the land he had sworn to give their forefathers.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Joshua, the Israelites had just completed their conquest of Canaan under Joshua's leadership, following their escape from slavery in Egypt and the wandering in the wilderness. This verse highlights the fulfillment of God's covenant promise made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, where He swore to give their descendants the land of Canaan as an inheritance. By this point, the tribes of Israel had divided and settled the land, marking the end of their long journey and the establishment of their nation.
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