What happensPermalink
Israel, led by the tribe of Judah, attempts to complete the conquest of the land after Joshua’s death. They mostly succeed, but there are several notable failures, including leaving the Jebusites in Jerusalem.
Why it mattersPermalink
After Joshua’s death, no new leader is appointed. The Israelites have not driven out the inhabitants of the Promised Land as God commanded, so despite some success, their downward spiral begins.
Key versePermalink
When Israel grew strong, they put the Canaanites to forced labor, but did not drive them out completely.