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The Tribe of Ephraim, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, holds a significant place in biblical history, particularly through the figure of Joshua, a remarkable leader and servant of God. Ephraim was one of the two sons of Joseph, born to him in Egypt, and was blessed by Jacob, who placed Ephraim before his elder brother Manasseh (Genesis 48:13-20). This act set the stage for Ephraim's prominence among the tribes of Israel.

Joshua, Son of Nun

Joshua, the son of Nun, is the most notable figure from the Tribe of Ephraim. He served as Moses' assistant and was chosen by God to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land after Moses' death. Joshua's leadership is characterized by his unwavering faith, obedience to God, and military prowess.

1. Faithful Spy: Joshua first emerges as a key figure when he is sent as one of the twelve spies to scout the land of Canaan. Along with Caleb, he brought back a positive report and encouraged the Israelites to trust in God's promise, despite the intimidating presence of the land's inhabitants (Numbers 14:6-9). His faith distinguished him from the other spies and earned him God's favor.

2. Successor to Moses: God appointed Joshua as Moses' successor, entrusting him with the monumental task of leading the Israelites into Canaan. "Be strong and courageous, for you shall give this people the inheritance of the land that I swore to their fathers I would give them" (Joshua 1:6). Joshua's leadership was marked by his adherence to God's law and his commitment to the covenant.

3. Conquest of Canaan: Under Joshua's command, the Israelites achieved significant victories, including the famous battle of Jericho, where the walls fell after the Israelites marched around the city for seven days (Joshua 6:20). His strategic acumen and reliance on divine guidance were instrumental in the conquest of the land.

4. Covenant Renewal: Joshua's dedication to God is further exemplified in his role in renewing the covenant at Shechem. He challenged the people to serve the Lord faithfully, declaring, "But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD" (Joshua 24:15). This declaration underscored his lifelong commitment to God and his influence on the nation.

5. Legacy: Joshua's legacy as a leader is profound. He is remembered for his faithfulness, courage, and the successful establishment of the Israelites in the Promised Land. His life and leadership serve as a testament to the power of faith and obedience to God's will.

Joshua's account is a central narrative in the history of the Tribe of Ephraim, highlighting the tribe's role in the unfolding of God's plan for Israel. His life exemplifies the virtues of faith, leadership, and dedication to God's commands, making him a pivotal figure in biblical history.

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Numbers 13:8
Of the tribe of Ephraim, Oshea the son of Nun.
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Joshua 1:1
Now after the death of Moses the servant of the LORD it came to pass, that the LORD spoke to Joshua the son of Nun, Moses' minister, saying,
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Library

Deuteronomy
... is in at least temporary distress, and the banner tribe is Ephraim, whose glory ... The
most remarkable element in the legislation is its repeated and emphatic ...
/.../mcfadyen/introduction to the old testament/deuteronomy.htm

Chapter xlix
... It was among the tribe of Ephraim that one of ... The whole tribe displayed this attitude,
though not in a ... that Jacob actually spoke all these remarkable words the ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/leupold/exposition of genesis volume 1/chapter xlix.htm

The First vision "On Earth"
... Now it was one of the tribe of Dan who first came under this curse. ... It is remarkable
that these two tribes, Dan and Ephraim, participated in introducing ...
/.../bullinger/commentary on revelation/the first vision on earth.htm

The Historical Books.
... 9) and the quarrel of the men of Ephraim with Jephthah. ... reign of David, first at
Hebron over the tribe of Judah ... It is a remarkable fact that while the full term ...
/.../barrows/companion to the bible/chapter xx the historical books.htm

The Prophet Hosea.
... now the king's sanctuary (compare the remarkable passage, Amos ... through Asshur: Judah,
the main tribe, shall be ... into captivity; v.5: "Israel and Ephraim fall by ...
/.../hengstenberg/christology of the old testament/the prophet hosea.htm

Letter cviii. To Eustochium.
... Also when she was in Mount Ephraim she made pilgrimages ... still shewn to-day, and where
the tribe of Benjamin ... virgins she was always the least remarkable in dress ...
/.../jerome/the principal works of st jerome/letter cviii to eustochium.htm

Translated from the Greek.
... of God, nor cut off "the chariots of Ephraim, and the ... And what is most remarkable,
by the history of wars ... and the remaining two, along with the tribe of Levi ...
/.../origen/origen de principiis/translated from the greek.htm

In Judaea
... was not reckoned to belong to any tribe in particular ... There is a remarkable passage
in the Talmud, which ... Rachel had died in the possession of Ephraim, and been ...
/.../edersheim/sketches of jewish social life/chapter 5 in judaea.htm

The Flight into Egypt and St. John the Baptist in the Desert
... was a town with a name which sounded like Ephraim. ... It was all the more remarkable
that these robbers were ... emigrate to Egypt with his whole tribe, and appointed ...
/.../emmerich/the life of the blessed virgin mary/xvi the flight into egypt.htm

The Sibylline Oracles.
... utterly destroyed, so that not a tribe shall be ... the Christians, and the passage is
remarkable as, like ... the one quoted further on identifying Jesus with Joshua. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/deane/pseudepigrapha/the sibylline oracles.htm