22:1–24:28 Review · Staying in the Land:The final three chapters of the book, consisting of an account of a potential conflict (22:1–34) and two speeches (23:1–24:33), each with its unique setting, do not immediately appear to constitute a natural literary unit. But these episodes do share a common concern. While the near conflict is triggered by a potential covenant violation that threatens to jeopardize the welfare of the entire community, Joshua’s two speeches also warn of the destructive potential of any covenant violation. Thus, the common concern is that in order to remain in the land that the Lord has given to her, Israel must vigilantly guard against any violation of the covenant. Failure to do so will lead to a reversal of fortune, so that instead of taking full possession of the …