The territory to be divided — 'Now divide this land for an inheritance to the nine tribes and the half-tribe of Manasseh.' With Reuben, Gad, and half-Manasseh receiving Transjordan lands, nine tribes and half of Manasseh remain to receive western lands. The allocation methodology—determining which tribes receive which territories—is now Joshua's primary task. The chapter shifts from conquest narratives to settlement administration.

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