Joshua 12:19
Joshua 12:19 in Multiple Translations
the king of Madon, one; the king of Hazor, one;
The king of Madon, one; the king of Hazor, one;
the king of Madon, one; the king of Hazor, one;
The king of Madon, one; the king of Hazor, one;
The king of Madon. The king of Hazor.
The King of Madon, one: the King of Hazor, one:
The king of Madon, one; The king of Hazor, one;
the king of Madon, one; the king of Hazor, one;
The king of Madon, one; the king of Hazor, one;
The king of Madon one, the king of Asor one,
Madon, Hazor,
Berean Amplified Bible — Joshua 12:19
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Joshua 12:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מֶ֤לֶךְ
מָדוֹן֙
אֶחָ֔ד
מֶ֥לֶךְ
חָצ֖וֹר
אֶחָֽד
מֶ֤לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
מָדוֹן֙
Mâdôwn
H4068
Madon
N-proper
אֶחָ֔ד
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
מֶ֥לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
חָצ֖וֹר
Châtsôwr
H2674
Hazor
N-proper
אֶחָֽד
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 12:19
מֶ֤לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
מָדוֹן֙
Mâdôwn
H4068
"Madon"
N-proper
Madon was a place in ancient Palestine, one of the cities that joined forces against Joshua at the waters of Merom. The city's name means strife, reflecting its involvement in conflict and battle.
Definition: § Madon = "strife" one of the principal cities of Canaan who joined Jabin and his confederates in their battle against Joshua at the waters of Merom and were defeated
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Madon. See also: Joshua 11:1; Joshua 12:19.
אֶחָ֔ד
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
מֶ֥לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
חָצ֖וֹר
Châtsôwr
H2674
"Hazor"
N-proper
Hazor was a significant city in ancient Palestine, mentioned in the book of Joshua as a major Canaanite stronghold. It was later conquered by the Israelites under Joshua's leadership.
Definition: § Hazor = "castle" a site in Arabia
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: Hazor. See also: Joshua 11:1; Judges 4:2; Jeremiah 49:28.
אֶחָֽד
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
Study Notes — Joshua 12:19
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Context — The Kings Defeated West of the Jordan
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joshua 11:1 | Now when Jabin king of Hazor heard about these things, he sent word to Jobab king of Madon; to the kings of Shimron and Achshaph; |
| 2 | Judges 4:2 | So the LORD sold them into the hand of Jabin king of Canaan, who reigned in Hazor. The commander of his forces was Sisera, who lived in Harosheth-hagoyim. |
| 3 | Joshua 11:10–11 | At that time Joshua turned back and captured Hazor and put its king to the sword, because Hazor was formerly the head of all these kingdoms. The Israelites put everyone in Hazor to the sword, devoting them to destruction. Nothing that breathed remained, and Joshua burned down Hazor itself. |
Joshua 12:19 Summary
This verse, Joshua 12:19, lists two more kings that Joshua and the Israelites defeated as they took over the Promised Land. The king of Madon and the king of Hazor were just two of the many kings that God gave to the Israelites as they trusted in His power and promises, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:8 and Joshua 21:43-45. This reminds us that God is always faithful to His people and that He will give us victory over our own enemies when we trust in Him, just like He did for the Israelites. By looking at this verse, we can see that God's power and authority are not limited to just one area or nation, but are universal, as stated in Psalm 103:19.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the significance of the king of Madon and the king of Hazor in the context of Joshua's conquests?
The king of Madon and the king of Hazor were two of the many kings that Joshua and the Israelites defeated as they conquered the Promised Land, as seen in Joshua 12:19, which is a continuation of the list of defeated kings that started in Joshua 12:9.
How does this verse relate to the promise of God to the Israelites?
This verse is a fulfillment of God's promise to the Israelites to give them the land of Canaan, as stated in Genesis 12:7 and reiterated in Deuteronomy 1:8.
What can we learn from the fact that each of these kings is listed individually?
The individual listing of each king emphasizes the thoroughness and completeness of God's victory over the enemies of the Israelites, and it serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness to His people, as seen in Joshua 21:43-45.
How does this verse fit into the larger narrative of the book of Joshua?
This verse is part of a larger list of defeated kings in Joshua 12:9-24, which serves as a summary of Joshua's military campaigns and the fulfillment of God's promises to the Israelites, as seen in Joshua 11:16-23.
Reflection Questions
- What does the defeat of these kings reveal about God's power and authority over all nations?
- How can I apply the principle of trusting in God's power and promises to my own life and circumstances?
- What does the individual listing of each king teach me about the importance of acknowledging and giving thanks for each of God's victories in my life?
- How can I use this verse to encourage myself or others when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges or enemies?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 12:19
The king of Madon, one,.... Whose name was Jobab, Joshua 11:1; the king of Hazor, one; whose name was Jabin, and of him and his city, [See comments on Joshua 11:1].
Cambridge Bible on Joshua 12:19
19. Madon] See ch. Joshua 11:1. Hazor] Ch. Joshua 11:1; Joshua 11:10.
Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 12:19
19, 20. On the cities mentioned in these verses see Joshua 11:1.[21. Taanach — In the Scripture Taanach and Megiddo are generally mentioned together.
Sermons on Joshua 12:19
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Breaking Strongholds-When the Past Is Your Teacher by Teresa Conlon | In this sermon, Samuel addresses the people of Israel after the reign of King Saul. He recounts the history of Israel, starting with their deliverance from Egypt by Moses and Aaron |