Genesis 15:21
Genesis 15:21 in Multiple Translations
Amorites, Canaanites, Girgashites, and Jebusites.”
And the Amorites, and the Canaanites, and the Girgashites, and the Jebusites.
and the Amorite, and the Canaanite, and the Girgashite, and the Jebusite.
And the Amorite, and the Canaanite, and the Girgashite, and the Jebusite.
Amorites, Canaanites, Girgashites, and Jebusites.”
The Amorites also, and the Canaanites, and the Girgashites, and the Iebusites.
and the Amorite, and the Canaanite, and the Girgashite, and the Jebusite.'
the Amorites, the Canaanites, the Girgashites, and the Jebusites.”
And the Amorites, and the Canaanites, and the Girgashites, and the Jebusites.
And the Amorrhites, and the Chanaanites, and the Gergesites, and the Jebusites.
the Amor, the Canaan, the Girgash, and the Tebus people-groups live.”
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 15:21
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Genesis 15:21 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֶת
הָֽ/אֱמֹרִי֙
וְ/אֶת
הַֽ/כְּנַעֲנִ֔י
וְ/אֶת
הַ/גִּרְגָּשִׁ֖י
וְ/אֶת
הַ/יְבוּסִֽי
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הָֽ/אֱמֹרִי֙
ʼĔmôrîy
H567
Amorite
Art | Ngmsa
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הַֽ/כְּנַעֲנִ֔י
Kᵉnaʻanîy
H3669
Canaanitess
Art | Ngmsa
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הַ/גִּרְגָּשִׁ֖י
Girgâshîy
H1622
Girgashite
Art | Ngmsa
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הַ/יְבוּסִֽי
Yᵉbûwçîy
H2983
Jebus
Art | Ngmsa
Hebrew Word Study
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 15:21
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הָֽ/אֱמֹרִי֙
ʼĔmôrîy
H567
"Amorite"
Art | Ngmsa
An Amorite is a member of a Canaanite tribe, first mentioned in Genesis 10:16, descended from Canaan. The Israelites displaced them as they entered the Promised Land.
Definition: Someone descended from Amor(?), first mentioned at Gen.10.16; descended from Canaan (H3667); along with Sidon (H6721), Heth (H2845), Jebusite (H2983), Girgashite (H1622), Hivite (H2340), Arkite (H6208), Sinite (H5513), Arvadite (H0721), Zemarite (H6786) and Hamathite (H2577) § Amorite = "a sayer" one of the peoples of east Canaan and beyond the Jordan, dispossessed by the Israelite incursion from Egypt
Usage: Occurs in 86 OT verses. KJV: Amorite. See also: Genesis 10:16; Joshua 9:1; Psalms 135:11.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הַֽ/כְּנַעֲנִ֔י
Kᵉnaʻanîy
H3669
"Canaanitess"
Art | Ngmsa
A Canaanitess was a woman from the land of Canaan, known for being merchants and traders. The term is used in the Bible to describe a woman who was a mother of one of the tribe of Benjamin, as seen in Genesis and other books.
Definition: Describing a woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.46.10; mother of: Shaul (H7586H) § a merchant, trader
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: Canaanite, merchant, trafficker. See also: Genesis 10:18; Joshua 11:3; Proverbs 31:24.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הַ/גִּרְגָּשִׁ֖י
Girgâshîy
H1622
"Girgashite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Girgashite is a member of a native tribe of Canaan, descended from Girgas. They are mentioned in Genesis 10:16 as one of the tribes living in the region of Canaan. The KJV also calls them Girgasites.
Definition: Someone descended from Girgas(?) of the Canaanites, first mentioned at Gen.10.16; descended from Canaan (H3667); along with Sidon (H6721), Heth (H2845), Jebusite (H2983), Amorite (H0567), Hivite (H2340), Arkite (H6208), Sinite (H5513), Arvadite (H0721), Zemarite (H6786) and Hamathite (H2577); also called in KJV: Girgasite; § Girgashite or Girgasite = "dwelling on a clayey soil" descendants of Canaan and one of the nations living east of the sea of Galilee when the Israelites entered the promised land
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Girgashite, Girgasite. See also: Genesis 10:16; Joshua 3:10; Nehemiah 9:8.
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הַ/יְבוּסִֽי
Yᵉbûwçîy
H2983
"Jebus"
Art | Ngmsa
A Jebusite is a person who lives in Jebus, the early name for Jerusalem. They are descendants of Jebus, a son of Canaan. The KJV translates it as 'Jebusite'.
Definition: Jebusite = "descendants of Jebus" descendants of the 3rd son of Canaan who lived in or around the site of Jebus, the early name for Jerusalem Another spelling of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Jebusite(-s). See also: Genesis 10:16; Joshua 24:11; Zechariah 9:7.
Study Notes — Genesis 15:21
Show Verse Quote Highlights
Context — God Confirms His Promise
19the land of the Kenites, Kenizzites, Kadmonites,
20Hittites, Perizzites, Rephaites,
21Amorites, Canaanites, Girgashites, and Jebusites.”
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 10:15–19 | And Canaan was the father of Sidon his firstborn, and of the Hittites, the Jebusites, the Amorites, the Girgashites, the Hivites, the Arkites, the Sinites, the Arvadites, the Zemarites, and the Hamathites. Later the Canaanite clans were scattered, and the borders of Canaan extended from Sidon toward Gerar as far as Gaza, and then toward Sodom, Gomorrah, Admah, and Zeboiim, as far as Lasha. |
| 2 | Exodus 23:23–28 | For My angel will go before you and bring you into the land of the Amorites, Hittites, Perizzites, Canaanites, Hivites, and Jebusites, and I will annihilate them. You must not bow down to their gods or serve them or follow their practices. Instead, you are to demolish them and smash their sacred stones to pieces. So you shall serve the LORD your God, and He will bless your bread and your water. And I will take away sickness from among you. No woman in your land will miscarry or be barren; I will fulfill the number of your days. I will send My terror ahead of you and throw into confusion every nation you encounter. I will make all your enemies turn and run. I will send the hornet before you to drive the Hivites and Canaanites and Hittites out of your way. |
| 3 | Deuteronomy 7:1 | When the LORD your God brings you into the land that you are entering to possess, and He drives out before you many nations—the Hittites, Girgashites, Amorites, Canaanites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites, seven nations larger and stronger than you— |
| 4 | Matthew 8:28 | When Jesus arrived on the other side in the region of the Gadarenes, He was met by two demon-possessed men coming from the tombs. They were so violent that no one could pass that way. |
| 5 | Exodus 33:2 | And I will send an angel before you, and I will drive out the Canaanites, Amorites, Hittites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites. |
| 6 | Exodus 34:11 | Observe what I command you this day. I will drive out before you the Amorites, Canaanites, Hittites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites. |
Genesis 15:21 Summary
Genesis 15:21 lists the Amorites, Canaanites, Girgashites, and Jebusites as nations that God promises to give to Abraham and his descendants. This verse reminds us that God is the Creator and Owner of all the earth, and He has the right to give land to whoever He chooses, as seen in Psalm 24:1. Just as God had a plan to bless Abraham and his descendants, He also has a plan to bless us and use us to bless others, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11. By trusting in God's promises, just as Abraham did, we can have confidence in His faithfulness and love for us, even when the future seems uncertain (Romans 8:28).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the Amorites, Canaanites, Girgashites, and Jebusites mentioned in Genesis 15:21?
These were various nations that inhabited the land of Canaan, which God promised to give to Abraham and his descendants, as seen in Genesis 15:21 and also in Exodus 3:8 where God says He will bring the Israelites out of Egypt to a land flowing with milk and honey, inhabited by these same nations.
Why did God list these specific nations in Genesis 15:21?
God listed these nations to emphasize the vastness of the land He was promising to Abraham, and to highlight the challenges that Abraham's descendants would face in possessing the land, as seen in Genesis 15:13-16 where God foretells the Israelites' slavery in Egypt and their eventual return to the Promised Land.
What can we learn from the diversity of nations listed in Genesis 15:21?
The diversity of nations listed in Genesis 15:21 reminds us that God's plan of salvation is not limited to one people group, but is for all nations, as seen in Genesis 12:3 where God says all nations will be blessed through Abraham, and in Revelation 7:9 where a multitude from every nation, tribe, and language worships God.
How does Genesis 15:21 relate to the rest of the Bible's story?
Genesis 15:21 sets the stage for the rest of the Old Testament, which tells the story of God's relationship with the nation of Israel and their struggles to possess the Promised Land, as seen in the book of Joshua where the Israelites conquer Canaan, and in the New Testament, where Jesus Christ comes to fulfill God's promise to bless all nations through Abraham, as seen in Galatians 3:8-9.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for me to trust in God's promises, just as Abraham did, even when the future seems uncertain?
- How can I apply the principle of God's faithfulness to the nations, as seen in Genesis 15:21, to my own life and relationships with people from different backgrounds?
- What are some ways that I can be a blessing to the nations, just as Abraham was promised to be, and how can I pray for God to use me in this way?
- What does Genesis 15:21 teach me about God's sovereignty over the nations and His plan to bring people from all nations to Himself?
- How can I balance the reality of God's judgment on sinful nations, as seen in Genesis 15:21, with the reality of His love and mercy for all people, as seen in John 3:16?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 15:21
And the Amorites,.... The same with the Amorite, Genesis 10:16; they inhabited both on this and the other side Jordan: and the Canaanites; which were a particular tribe or nation that bore the name
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 15:21
And the Amorites, and the Canaanites, and the Girgashites, and the Jebusites. The Amorites.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 15:21
Genesis 15:19 The Kenites, and the Kenizzites, and the Kadmonites, Genesis 15:20 And the Hittites, and the Perizzites, and the Rephaims, Genesis 15:21 And the Amorites, and the Canaanites, and the Girgashites, and the Jebusites.Ver. 19-21. The Kenites, and the Kenezzites.] R. Salomon noteth, that whereas ten nations are here reckoned up, seven only were given to the Israelites. He addeth also, that the Kenites, Kenezzites, and Cadmonims were the same with the Edomites, Moabites, and Ammonites, all which were at length to be possessed by the Israelites.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 15:21
21. the Amorite, &c.] See Genesis 10:15-16.
Sermons on Genesis 15:21
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God's Truth About Alliances by Russell Kelfer | In this sermon series titled "How Can Two Walk Together Except They Be Agreed?", the speaker addresses the topic of Satan's lies about holiness, separation, and false alliances. Th |
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God's Marvelous Grace by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the downward spiral of the nation of Israel as they turned away from God. Despite God sending prophets to warn them and call them back to Him, |
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A Day of Terror by Ralph Sexton | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the presence of terror and fear in the world and how it affects our lives. He mentions the story of the children of Israel crossing the Jorda |
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The Vanguard and Rereward of the Church by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher begins by describing the victory of Zion over its oppressors, emphasizing the power of God in saving and freeing the people. The sermon then shifts to |
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The Blessings of Obedience Part 1 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith teaches about the blessings of obedience as he continues his verse-by-verse study through the book of Deuteronomy. He emphasizes the importance o |
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Total Destruction by Robert B. Thompson | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of deliverance from sin and the importance of recognizing the enemy in one's life. The speaker emphasizes that God reveals the ene |
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Graveyard Revival by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher describes a man who is stripped of everything and living in a state of madness. The man is tormented by the devil and engages in self-destructive behav |