Judges 12:10
Judges 12:10 in Multiple Translations
Then Ibzan died, and he was buried in Bethlehem.
Then died Ibzan, and was buried at Beth-lehem.
And Ibzan died, and was buried at Beth-lehem.
And Ibzan came to his death and his body was put to rest at Beth-lehem.
Then Ibzan died and was buried in Bethlehem.
Then Ibzan died, and was buryed at Bethlehem.
And Ibzan dieth, and is buried in Beth-Lehem.
Ibzan died, and was buried at Bethlehem.
Then died Ibzan, and was buried at Beth-lehem.
And he died, and was buried in Bethlehem.
When he died, he was buried in Bethlehem.
Berean Amplified Bible — Judges 12:10
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Judges 12:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יָּ֣מָת
אִבְצָ֔ן
וַ/יִּקָּבֵ֖ר
בְּ/בֵ֥ית
לָֽחֶם
וַ/יָּ֣מָת
mûwth
H4191
to die
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אִבְצָ֔ן
ʼIbtsân
H78
Ibzan
N-proper
וַ/יִּקָּבֵ֖ר
qâbar
H6912
to bury
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms
בְּ/בֵ֥ית
Bêyth Lechem
H1035
Bethlehem
Prep | N-proper
לָֽחֶם
Bêyth Lechem
H1035
Bethlehem
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Judges 12:10
וַ/יָּ֣מָת
mûwth
H4191
"to die"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to die, either literally or as a punishment, and is used in books like Genesis and Exodus. It can also mean to perish or be killed. This concept is seen in the story of Adam and Eve, where death enters the world as a result of sin.
Definition: 1) to die, kill, have one executed 1a)(Qal) 1a1) to die 1a2) to die (as penalty), be put to death 1a3) to die, perish (of a nation) 1a4) to die prematurely (by neglect of wise moral conduct) 1b) (Polel) to kill, put to death, dispatch 1c) (Hiphil) to kill, put to death 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be killed, be put to death 1d1a) to die prematurely
Usage: Occurs in 695 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, [idiom] crying, (be) dead (body, man, one), (put to, worthy of) death, destroy(-er), (cause to, be like to, must) die, kill, necro(-mancer), [idiom] must needs, slay, [idiom] surely, [idiom] very suddenly, [idiom] in (no) wise. See also: Genesis 2:17; Exodus 21:18; Numbers 35:21.
אִבְצָ֔ן
ʼIbtsân
H78
"Ibzan"
N-proper
Ibzan was a judge in Israel before the monarchy began. He was from Bethlehem and is mentioned in the book of Judges. His name means 'whiteness' or 'brightness'.
Definition: A Judge living before Israel's Monarchy, first mentioned at Jdg.12.8 § Ibzan, "their whiteness (literally their tin - as white" a Bethlehemite judge in time of the judges
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Ibzan. See also: Judges 12:8; Judges 12:10.
וַ/יִּקָּבֵ֖ר
qâbar
H6912
"to bury"
Conj | V-Niphal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To bury means to inter or lay someone to rest, often in a grave or tomb. This word is used throughout the Bible to describe the act of burying the dead, and is translated as bury in the KJV.
Definition: 1) to bury 1a) (Qal) to bury 1b) (Niphal) to be buried 1c) (Piel) to bury, bury (in masses) 1d) (Pual) to be buried
Usage: Occurs in 122 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] in any wise, bury(-ier). See also: Genesis 15:15; 1 Kings 14:31; Psalms 79:3.
בְּ/בֵ֥ית
Bêyth Lechem
H1035
"Bethlehem"
Prep | N-proper
Beth-lehem means house of bread, a place in Zebulun. The name describes a location known for its food production, later becoming famous as Jesus' birthplace in the New Testament.
Definition: § Beth-lehem = "house of bread (food)" a place in Zebulun
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Bethlehem. See also: Genesis 35:19; 1 Samuel 17:15; Jeremiah 41:17.
לָֽחֶם
Bêyth Lechem
H1035
"Bethlehem"
N-proper
Beth-lehem means house of bread, a place in Zebulun. The name describes a location known for its food production, later becoming famous as Jesus' birthplace in the New Testament.
Definition: § Beth-lehem = "house of bread (food)" a place in Zebulun
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Bethlehem. See also: Genesis 35:19; 1 Samuel 17:15; Jeremiah 41:17.
Study Notes — Judges 12:10
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Context — Ibzan, Elon, and Abdon
8After Jephthah, Ibzan of Bethlehem judged Israel.
9He had thirty sons, as well as thirty daughters whom he gave in marriage to men outside his clan; and for his sons he brought back thirty wives from elsewhere. Ibzan judged Israel seven years.
10Then Ibzan died, and he was buried in Bethlehem.
11After Ibzan, Elon the Zebulunite judged Israel ten years. 12Then Elon the Zebulunite died, and he was buried in Aijalon in the land of Zebulun.Judges 12:10 Summary
This verse tells us that Ibzan, a judge of Israel, died and was buried in Bethlehem. It's a simple statement, but it reminds us that everyone's life comes to an end, just like Ibzan's (as seen in Psalm 90:12). Ibzan's life and death are a part of the bigger story of God's relationship with the nation of Israel, and his burial in Bethlehem connects him to the city and the tribe of Judah, which is also important in the story of King David (1 Samuel 16:1). We can learn from Ibzan's life and death by trusting in God's sovereignty over our own lives, just as Ibzan's life was under God's control.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can we learn about Ibzan's life from this verse?
This verse tells us about the end of Ibzan's life, and when combined with Judges 12:8-9, we see that he was a judge of Israel, had a large family, and led the nation for seven years, similar to other judges like Jephthah in Judges 12:7.
Why is Ibzan's burial place mentioned in this verse?
The mention of Ibzan's burial place in Bethlehem may highlight his connection to the city and the tribe of Judah, as seen in 1 Samuel 16:1, where Bethlehem is also an important location.
How does Ibzan's death relate to the rest of the book of Judges?
Ibzan's death marks the end of his judgeship, and the beginning of Elon's judgeship, as seen in Judges 12:11, which is a common pattern throughout the book of Judges, where one judge's death leads to the rise of another, such as in Judges 3:31.
What can we learn about God's sovereignty from Ibzan's life and death?
Ibzan's life and death remind us that God is sovereign over all things, including the lives and deaths of leaders, as seen in Psalm 75:7, where God is the one who sets up and removes leaders.
Reflection Questions
- What does Ibzan's life and death teach me about the importance of family and legacy?
- How can I apply the principles of leadership seen in Ibzan's life to my own life and relationships?
- What does the fact that Ibzan was buried in Bethlehem reveal about his connection to the community and the nation of Israel?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty over my own life and death, just as Ibzan's life and death were under God's control?
Gill's Exposition on Judges 12:10
Then died Ibzan, and was buried in Bethlehem. He died at the end of his seven years of government, and was buried in his native place; nothing memorable having happened during his being judge; this is all that is recorded of him.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 12:10
And he had thirty sons, and thirty daughters, whom he sent abroad, and took in thirty daughters from abroad for his sons. And he judged Israel seven years. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Judges 12:10
Judges 12:10 Then died Ibzan, and was buried at Bethlehem.Ver. 10. And was buried at Bethlehem.] Where he had done worthily, and was therefore bewailed. Contrarily, of King Edwin it is said, that he lived wickedly, died wishedly.
Cambridge Bible on Judges 12:10
8–15. The three last Minor Judges See introduction to ch. 10