Joshua 18 (KJV)
Read Joshua chapter 18 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.
Joshua 18
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Joshua 18 Summary
Joshua 18 records the move of the tabernacle to Shiloh and addresses the seven tribes who had not yet claimed their land. Joshua rebuked their passivity: 'How long are ye slack to go to possess the land which the LORD God of your fathers hath given you?'
A survey team was sent to map the remaining territory into seven portions, and lots were cast at Shiloh to distribute them. Benjamin's allotment — between Judah and Ephraim — is described in detail.
Key Themes
Shiloh EstablishedRebuking PassivityClaiming Your InheritanceBenjamin's Territory
Key Verses in Joshua 18
"How long are ye slack to go to possess the land, which the LORD God of your fathers hath given you?"
— Joshua 18:3
Joshua confronted spiritual laziness — God had given the land, but they had to move to claim it.
Life Application
God has given you promises, but you must actively claim them. Spiritual passivity — waiting for blessings to fall in your lap — is not faith. Get up and possess what God has provided.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was the tabernacle moved to Shiloh?
Shiloh, centrally located, became Israel's worship center after the initial conquest. It served as the primary sanctuary until the time of Samuel.
Why had seven tribes not claimed their land?
Likely a combination of fear, laziness, and contentment with temporary arrangements. Joshua's rebuke motivated them to finally act.
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