Joshua 12:11 lists the defeated kings of the land that the Israelites conquered under the leadership of Joshua. This verse serves as a historical record of the victories that God granted to His people as they claimed the Promised Land. It highlights the fulfillment of God's promise to give the Israelites possession of the territory He had sworn to their ancestors. The detailed account of the defeated kings demonstrates God's faithfulness in fulfilling His covenant with the Israelites and the importance of remembering and acknowledging His role in their victories.