They found rich, good pasture, and the land was spacious, peaceful and quiet. Some Hamites had lived there formerly.

He then said to the whole assembly of Israel, “If it seems good to you and if it is the will of the Lord our God, let us send word far and wide to the rest of our people throughout the territories of Israel, and also to the priests and Levites who are with them in their towns and pasturelands, to come and join us.

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.

You, Lord, are God! You have promised these good things to your servant.

Be strong, and let us fight bravely for our people and the cities of our God. The Lord will do what is good in his sight.”

“So now I charge you in the sight of all Israel and of the assembly of the Lord, and in the hearing of our God: Be careful to follow all the commands of the Lord your God, that you may possess this good land and pass it on as an inheritance to your descendants forever.

He died at a good old age, having enjoyed long life, wealth and honor. His son Solomon succeeded him as king.