This chapter describes the reinforcement and fortification of Yehoshua's leadership, following Moshe's unique leadership. The haftara is The verse "You shall meditate on it day and night links the haftara with Simhat Torah. As a leader, Yehoshua was unable to enhance the depth of Torah, but he reinforces the ongoing existential link to Torah by urging the people to study daily, even if briefly. Simhat Torah as well is not only for the great scholars, but for the masses who participate in the weekly reading.