Title – Both Moshe and Yehoshua are referred to as "עֶבֶד י"י".1 They are the only two leaders in Tanakh to merit the title.
Encouragement needed – At the beginning of their careers each leader lacks confidence. Moshe asks, "Who am I to go to Paroh", leading Hashem to prod him. Yehoshua says nothing, but is repeatedly encouraged, "be strong and have courage".
Goodbye speeches
Similar Events
Spies – Both Moshe and Yehoshua send spies to check out the land before the intended conquest.
Splitting of water – The miracle of the splitting of Yam Suf is repeated in the time of Yehoshua as the Jordan is similarly cut.
Pesach – The Pesach is sacrificed before the major events of each era, the Exodus and the Conquest.
Revelation – At the burning bush, an angel tells Moshe to remove his sandals, since the land upon which he stands is holy. In Yericho, a messenger tells Yehoshua the same.
Fulfillment of Tasks
Tasks begin by Moshe are completed by Yehoshua:
Conquest – Moshe aids the nation to conquer the eastern side of the Jordan, while Yehoshua conquers the west.
Promise of 2 1/2 tribes – Yehoshua ensures that the 2/12 tribes fulfill their promise to Moshe and fight in the front lines.
Blessings and curses – Yehoshua sets up the ceremony of blessings and curses at Mt. Eival and Mt. Gerezim as commanded by Moshe.
Cities of Refuge – Moshe sets up three cities on the eastern side of the Jordan and Yehoshua designates the three cities on the western side.
