The first section of the Old Testament, referred to as “The Pentateuch”, is comprised of the first five books of the Bible (Genesis through Deuteronomy), sometimes called “The Books of Moses” or “The Law”. These are the foundational books that tell of the beginning of the earth, humanity and the nation Israel. The book of Joshua, begins the second section called “The Books of History” (Joshua through Esther).
Joshua continues the story that began in Exodus by recounting how God fulfilled His promise to their forefathers, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. Joshua is the story of conquest and fulfillment. 400 years after receiving the promise, God’s people finally “enter and take possession of the Promised Land”.