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The two tribes that came from Joseph were ___________ (Josh. 16:1)
The two tribes that came from Joseph were ___________ (Josh. 16:1)
The allotment for Joseph's tribes started at the Jordan near what town (Josh. 16:1)?
The allotment for Joseph's tribes started at the Jordan near what town (Josh. 16:1)?
After going through the desert the boundary for Joseph's tribes came to the town of _______ (Josh. 16:2)
After going through the desert the boundary for Joseph's tribes came to the town of _______ (Josh. 16:2)
Bethel
What town was formerly called Luz (Josh. 16:2)?
What town was formerly called Luz (Josh. 16:2)?
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The boundary for Joseph's tribes descended westward near the region of Lower _________ (Josh. 16:3)
The boundary for Joseph's tribes descended westward near the region of Lower _________ (Josh. 16:3)
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What town did the boundary of the Joseph tribes pass just before it ended in the sea (Josh. 16:3)?
What town did the boundary of the Joseph tribes pass just before it ended in the sea (Josh. 16:3)?
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The territory of Ephraim's boundary went up from the western sea to Upper ________ (Josh. 16:5)
The territory of Ephraim's boundary went up from the western sea to Upper ________ (Josh. 16:5)
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After passing Janoah the boundary of Ephraim went down to _______ (Josh. 16:7)
After passing Janoah the boundary of Ephraim went down to _______ (Josh. 16:7)
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The border of Ephraim ended in the east at what location (Josh. 16:7)?
The border of Ephraim ended in the east at what location (Josh. 16:7)?
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Who were the Ephraimites not able to dislodge (Josh. 16:10)?
Who were the Ephraimites not able to dislodge (Josh. 16:10)?
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What town were the Ephraimites not able to dislodge the Canaanites (Josh. 16:10)?
What town were the Ephraimites not able to dislodge the Canaanites (Josh. 16:10)?
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What did the Ephraimites require of the inhabitants of Gezer (Josh. 16:10)?
What did the Ephraimites require of the inhabitants of Gezer (Josh. 16:10)?
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Study Notes
Joseph's Tribes and Their Allotment
- The two tribes descending from Joseph are Ephraim and Manasseh.
- The allotment for Joseph's tribes begins at Jericho, near the Jordan River.
- The boundary for these tribes extends toward Bethel after traversing the desert.
Geographic Locations
- Bethel was originally named Luz, signifying its historical importance.
- The boundary traverses westward near Lower Beth Horon before concluding at the Mediterranean Sea.
- Gezer is the town that the boundary of Joseph's tribes reaches just before it ends at the sea.
Ephraim's Territory Details
- Ephraim's territory boundary stretches from the western sea to Upper Beth Horon.
- Upon passing Janoah, Ephraim’s boundary descends to Ataroth and Naarah.
- The eastern limit of Ephraim's border is at the Jordan River.
Challenges Faced by Ephraim
- The Ephraimites were unable to dislodge the Canaanites, indicating their struggles with local inhabitants.
- Canaanites remained in the town of Gezer, despite Ephraim's presence in the region.
- Instead of complete expulsion, the Ephraimites subjected the Canaanite inhabitants to forced labor, establishing a form of control without total conquest.
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Test your knowledge of Joshua Chapter 16 with this set of flashcard-style multiple choice questions. Focus on the tribes of Joseph and their allotments in the land of Canaan. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of biblical geography and history.
