1 Maccabees 2:55

55 Joshua was made a judge in Israel because he obeyed the command of Moses. ¹

1 Maccabees 2:55 In-Context

53 Joseph, in his time of trouble, obeyed God's commands and became ruler over the land of Egypt.

54 Phinehas, our ancestor, because of his burning devotion, was given the promise that his descendants would always be priests.

55 Joshua was made a judge in Israel because he obeyed the command of Moses.

56 Caleb brought back a good report to the community and was given a part of the land as a reward.

57 David was made king and was given the promise that his descendants would always be kings because of his steadfast loyalty to God.

Cross References

• 1. 2.55, 56Numbers 13.1--14.12.