Questions and Answers
Who took part in dividing the land of Canaan for an inheritance to the children of Israel? (Select all that apply)
Who received no inheritance among them?
the Levites
What two tribes were the children of Joseph?
Manasseh & Ephraim
Although the Levites were given no land, what were they given?
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Caleb was the son of _______ the Kenezite.
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How old was Caleb when he was sent to spy out the land of Canaan?
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From where did Moses send Caleb to spy out the land? (Select one)
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How did Caleb refer to Moses when describing him?
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Who made the heart of the people melt when Caleb returned from spying?
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What did Moses say to Caleb about his inheritance?
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How many years had passed since Caleb spied out Canaan?
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How old was Caleb when he asked for his inheritance?
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How does Caleb describe his strength?
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Who lived in the mountain Caleb was to inherit?
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How are the cities described where the Anakims lived in the mountains?
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On what condition did Caleb say he would be able to drive out the Anakims?
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After blessing Caleb, what land did Joshua give to Caleb for an inheritance? (Select one)
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Why was Hebron given to Caleb for an inheritance?
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What was the name of Hebron before? (Select one)
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Who was a great man among the Anakims? (Select one)
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From what did the land have rest?
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Study Notes
Division of the Land of Canaan
- Land divided among the children of Israel by Eleazar the priest, Joshua, and the tribal leaders.
- Levites did not receive a designated land inheritance.
Tribes of Joseph
- The two tribes representing Joseph are Manasseh and Ephraim.
Inheritance of the Levites
- Though they were not granted land, the Levites were assigned cities and surrounding suburbs for their cattle.
Caleb's Background
- Caleb, a son of Jephunneh the Kenezite, was chosen to spy out Canaan.
- He was 40 years old at the time of the mission from Kadesh-barnea.
Recognition of Leadership
- Caleb referred to Moses as "the servant of the Lord" and "the man of God."
Impact of Caleb's Report
- Caleb's fellow spies caused fear among the people, making their hearts melt upon returning.
Promise of Inheritance
- Moses promised Caleb that the land he had walked on would be his and his children's inheritance, due to his faithfulness.
Time Elapsed
- 45 years passed between Caleb's spying mission and his request for his inheritance.
Caleb's Age and Strength
- At 85 years old, Caleb claimed continued strength comparable to his younger days when he first spied the land.
The Anakims
- Caleb's inheritance included a mountain inhabited by the Anakims, known for their fortified cities.
Faithful Leadership
- Caleb asserted he could drive out the Anakims with the Lord's support.
Granting of Inheritance
- Joshua granted Caleb the city of Hebron as his inheritance due to his complete devotion to God.
- Hebron was previously known as Kirjatharba.
Notable Figures
- Arba, a notable figure among the Anakims, was recognized as a great man.
Rest from Conflict
- The land experienced peace after the period of war ended.
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