Joshua 13:24
Joshua 13:24 in Multiple Translations
This is what Moses had given to the clans of the tribe of Gad:
And Moses gave inheritance unto the tribe of Gad, even unto the children of Gad according to their families.
And Moses gave unto the tribe of Gad, unto the children of Gad, according to their families.
And Moses gave their heritage to the tribe of Gad by their families.
This was the land that Moses allotted to the tribe of Gad, by families:
Also Moses gaue inheritance vnto ye tribe of Gad, euen vnto the children of Gad according to their families.
And Moses giveth to the tribe of Gad, to the sons of Gad, for their families;
Moses gave to the tribe of Gad, to the children of Gad, according to their families.
And Moses gave inheritance to the tribe of Gad, even to the children of Gad according to their families.
And Moses gave to the tribe of Gad and to his children by their kindreds a possession, of which this is the division.
Moses also allotted some land to each clan in the tribe of Gad.
Berean Amplified Bible — Joshua 13:24
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Joshua 13:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּתֵּ֤ן
מֹשֶׁה֙
לְ/מַטֵּה
גָ֔ד
לִ/בְנֵי
גָ֖ד
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחֹתָֽ/ם
וַ/יִּתֵּ֤ן
nâthan
H5414
to give
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
מֹשֶׁה֙
Môsheh
H4872
Moses
N-proper
לְ/מַטֵּה
maṭṭeh
H4294
tribe
Prep | N-ms
גָ֔ד
Gâd
H1410
Gad
N-proper
לִ/בְנֵי
bên
H1121
son
Prep | N-mp
גָ֖ד
Gâd
H1410
Gad
N-proper
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחֹתָֽ/ם
mishpâchâh
H4940
family
Prep | N-fp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 13:24
וַ/יִּתֵּ֤ן
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
מֹשֶׁה֙
Môsheh
H4872
"Moses"
N-proper
Moses, the Israelite leader, was born to Amram and Jochebed and led the Exodus from Egypt. He received the law from God and is considered a key figure in the Bible. Moses means 'drawn' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.10; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813); married to Zipporah (H6855); father of: Gershom (H1647) and Eliezer (H0461H); also called Manasseh at Jdg.18.30(?) § Moses = "drawn" the prophet and lawgiver, leader of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 704 OT verses. KJV: Moses. See also: Exodus 2:10; Exodus 13:1; Exodus 32:21.
לְ/מַטֵּה
maṭṭeh
H4294
"tribe"
Prep | N-ms
In the Bible, this word can mean a tribe, like the 12 tribes of Israel, or a staff, like the one Moses used to lead his people in Exodus 4:2.
Definition: : tribe 1) staff, branch, tribe 1a) staff, rod, shaft 1b) branch (of vine) 1c) tribe 1c1) company led by chief with staff (originally)
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: rod, staff, tribe. See also: Genesis 38:18; Numbers 34:19; Psalms 105:16.
גָ֔ד
Gâd
H1410
"Gad"
N-proper
Gad was the seventh son of Jacob and the founder of the tribe of Gad, which was one of the twelve tribes of Israel. He was also the name of a prophet during David's time.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.22.5 § Gad = "troop" 1) seventh son of Jacob by Zilpah, Leah's handmaid, and full brother of Asher. 2) the tribe descended from Gad 3) a prophet during the time of David; appears to have joined David when in the hold; reappears in connection with the punishment for taking a census; also assisted in the arrangements for the musical service of the "house of God"
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: Gad. See also: Genesis 30:11; Joshua 22:10; Jeremiah 49:1.
לִ/בְנֵי
bên
H1121
"son"
Prep | N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
גָ֖ד
Gâd
H1410
"Gad"
N-proper
Gad was the seventh son of Jacob and the founder of the tribe of Gad, which was one of the twelve tribes of Israel. He was also the name of a prophet during David's time.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.22.5 § Gad = "troop" 1) seventh son of Jacob by Zilpah, Leah's handmaid, and full brother of Asher. 2) the tribe descended from Gad 3) a prophet during the time of David; appears to have joined David when in the hold; reappears in connection with the punishment for taking a census; also assisted in the arrangements for the musical service of the "house of God"
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: Gad. See also: Genesis 30:11; Joshua 22:10; Jeremiah 49:1.
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחֹתָֽ/ם
mishpâchâh
H4940
"family"
Prep | N-fp | Suff
This word refers to a family or clan, and can also mean a tribe or nation, such as the people of Israel, emphasizing the importance of family ties.
Definition: 1) clan, family 1a) clan 1a1) family 1a2) tribe 1a3) people, nation 1b) guild 1c) species, kind 1d) aristocrats
Usage: Occurs in 224 OT verses. KJV: family, kind(-red). See also: Genesis 8:19; Numbers 26:41; Esther 9:28.
Study Notes — Joshua 13:24
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Context — Gad’s Inheritance
22The Israelites also killed the diviner Balaam son of Beor along with the others they put to the sword.
23And the border of the Reubenites was the bank of the Jordan. This was the inheritance of the clans of the Reubenites, including the cities and villages.
24This is what Moses had given to the clans of the tribe of Gad:
25The territory of Jazer, all the cities of Gilead, and half the land of the Ammonites as far as Aroer, near Rabbah; 26the territory from Heshbon to Ramath-mizpeh and Betonim, and from Mahanaim to the border of Debir;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Numbers 32:34–36 | And the Gadites built up Dibon, Ataroth, Aroer, Atroth-shophan, Jazer, Jogbehah, Beth-nimrah, and Beth-haran as fortified cities, and they built folds for their flocks. |
Joshua 13:24 Summary
[This verse, Joshua 13:24, tells us about the land that Moses gave to the tribe of Gad, which is part of the larger story of God giving the Israelites the land of Canaan, as promised in Genesis 17:8. Moses' actions show that he trusted and obeyed God's commands, just like we are called to do in Romans 12:1-2. By looking at how the land was divided, we can see God's care and provision for each tribe, including the tribe of Gad, and learn about His faithfulness to us today.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Moses giving land to the tribe of Gad?
Moses giving land to the tribe of Gad, as mentioned in Joshua 13:24, is a fulfillment of God's promise to the Israelites to give them the land of Canaan, as seen in Genesis 17:8 and Deuteronomy 1:8.
Why is it important to note the specific tribe receiving the land in this verse?
Noting the specific tribe, in this case, the tribe of Gad, is important because it highlights God's faithfulness to the individual tribes and their unique inheritances, as also seen in Joshua 13:15 and Joshua 13:29.
How does this verse relate to the overall narrative of the book of Joshua?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of the book of Joshua, which describes the conquest and division of the land of Canaan among the Israelites, as commanded by God in Joshua 1:6 and Deuteronomy 31:7.
What can we learn about leadership from Moses' actions in this verse?
Moses' actions in giving land to the tribe of Gad demonstrate his obedience to God's commands and his role as a leader in fulfilling God's promises to the Israelites, as seen in Exodus 32:13 and Numbers 27:18-23.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's faithfulness to His people and His promises?
- How does the specific mention of the tribe of Gad in this verse relate to the broader theme of God's sovereignty over the nations?
- In what ways can I apply the principles of leadership and obedience demonstrated by Moses in this verse to my own life and relationships?
- What can I learn from the way the land was divided among the tribes, and how does this relate to my own understanding of stewardship and responsibility?
- How does this verse contribute to my understanding of the biblical concept of inheritance and God's plans for His people?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 13:24
And Moses gave [inheritance] unto the tribe of Gad,.... On the other side Jordan, as he did to Reuben: [even] unto the children of Gad, according to their families: according to the number and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 13:24
And Moses gave inheritance unto the tribe of Gad, even unto the children of Gad according to their families. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Trapp's Commentary on Joshua 13:24
Joshua 13:24 And Moses gave [inheritance] unto the tribe of Gad, [even] unto the children of Gad according to their families. Ver. 24.
Ellicott's Commentary on Joshua 13:24
OF THE BY MOSES ON THE EAST OF JORDAN (Joshua 13:15-33). (15) Reuben.—See also Numbers 32:33-42 and Deuteronomy 3:16, &c.
Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 13:24
GAD’S LOT, Joshua 13:24-28. 24. The tribe of Gad had their inheritance in the central district of eastern Palestine, between Reuben and Manasseh, so that the mountains of Gilead fell largely to them. Mr.