Joshua 21:23
Joshua 21:23 in Multiple Translations
From the tribe of Dan they were given Elteke, Gibbethon,
And out of the tribe of Dan, Eltekeh with her suburbs, Gibbethon with her suburbs,
And out of the tribe of Dan, Elteke with its suburbs, Gibbethon with its suburbs,
And from the tribe of Dan, Elteke and Gibbethon with their grass-lands;
From the tribe of Dan, the following four towns and their pastures: Eltekeh, Gibbethon,
And out of the tribe of Dan, Eltekeh with her suburbes, Gibethon with her suburbes,
And out of the tribe of Dan, Eltekeh and its suburbs, Gibbethon and its suburbs,
Out of the tribe of Dan, Elteke with its pasture lands, Gibbethon with its pasture lands,
And out of the tribe of Dan, Eltekeh with its suburbs, Gibbethon with its suburbs,
And of the tribe of Dan, Eltheco and Gabathon,
They were also allotted four cities and surrounding pastureland in the area that had been allotted to the tribe of Dan. Those cities were Eltekeh, Gibbethon,
Berean Amplified Bible — Joshua 21:23
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Joshua 21:23 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/מִ/מַּ֨טֵּה
דָ֔ן
אֶֽת
אֶלְתְּקֵ֖א
וְ/אֶת
מִגְרָשֶׁ֑/הָ
אֶֽת
גִּבְּת֖וֹן
וְ/אֶת
מִגְרָשֶֽׁ/הָ
וּ/מִ/מַּ֨טֵּה
maṭṭeh
H4294
tribe
Conj | Prep | N-ms
דָ֔ן
Dân
H1835
Dan
N-proper
אֶֽת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אֶלְתְּקֵ֖א
ʼEltᵉqêʼ
H514
Eltekeh
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מִגְרָשֶׁ֑/הָ
migrâsh
H4054
pasture
N-mp | Suff
אֶֽת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
גִּבְּת֖וֹן
Gibbᵉthôwn
H1405
Gibbethon
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מִגְרָשֶֽׁ/הָ
migrâsh
H4054
pasture
N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 21:23
וּ/מִ/מַּ֨טֵּה
maṭṭeh
H4294
"tribe"
Conj | 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.
דָ֔ן
Dân
H1835
"Dan"
N-proper
Dan was a son of Jacob and the founder of one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The tribe of Dan was known for its skills in warfare and is mentioned in the book of Genesis.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Dan living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.30.6; son of: Israel (H3478) and Bilhah (H1090A); brother of: Naphtali (H5321); half-brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Hushim (H2366B) § Dan = "a judge" 1) the 5th son of Jacob, the 1st of Bilhah, Rachel's handmaid 2) the tribe descended from Dan, the son of Jacob 3) a city in Dan, the most northern landmark of Palestine
Usage: Occurs in 63 OT verses. KJV: Daniel See also: Genesis 14:14; Judges 13:25; Jeremiah 4:15.
אֶֽת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
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.
אֶלְתְּקֵ֖א
ʼEltᵉqêʼ
H514
"Eltekeh"
N-proper
Eltekeh is a place in Palestine, mentioned in the Bible as a city in the tribe of Dan. It is located between Ekron and Timna, and its name means 'let God spue thee out'. This city is part of the biblical geography and history.
Definition: § Eltekeh = "let God spue thee out" Levitical city in the tribe of Dan, between Ekron and Timna
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Eltekeh. See also: Joshua 19:44; Joshua 21:23.
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.
מִגְרָשֶׁ֑/הָ
migrâsh
H4054
"pasture"
N-mp | Suff
A pasture or open land, often the area around a building or the margin of the sea. This term describes a common or shared space in the Bible.
Definition: common, common land, open land, suburb
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: cast out, suburb. See also: Leviticus 25:34; Joshua 21:37; Ezekiel 48:17.
אֶֽת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
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.
גִּבְּת֖וֹן
Gibbᵉthôwn
H1405
"Gibbethon"
N-proper
Gibbethon was a town in Palestine, given to the Levites. It means 'mound' and was a Philistine town in Dan.
Definition: § Gibbethon = "mound" a Philistine town in Dan allocated to the Kohathite Levites
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Gibbethon. See also: Joshua 19:44; 1 Kings 15:27; 1 Kings 16:17.
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.
מִגְרָשֶֽׁ/הָ
migrâsh
H4054
"pasture"
N-mp | Suff
A pasture or open land, often the area around a building or the margin of the sea. This term describes a common or shared space in the Bible.
Definition: common, common land, open land, suburb
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: cast out, suburb. See also: Leviticus 25:34; Joshua 21:37; Ezekiel 48:17.
Study Notes — Joshua 21:23
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Context — Forty-Eight Cities for the Levites
21they were given Shechem in the hill country of Ephraim (a city of refuge for the manslayer), Gezer,
22Kibzaim, and Beth-horon—four cities, together with their pasturelands.
23From the tribe of Dan they were given Elteke, Gibbethon,
24Aijalon, and Gath-rimmon—four cities, together with their pasturelands. 25And from the half-tribe of Manasseh they were given Taanach and Gath-rimmon—two cities, together with their pasturelands.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joshua 19:44–45 | Eltekeh, Gibbethon, Baalath, Jehud, Bene-berak, Gath-rimmon, |
Joshua 21:23 Summary
In Joshua 21:23, we see the tribe of Dan giving the cities of Elteke and Gibbethon to the Levites, which shows God's care and provision for those who serve Him. Just like the Israelites provided for the Levites, we are called to support and care for those who minister to us spiritually, as seen in 1 Timothy 5:17-18. This verse reminds us of the importance of gratitude and obedience to God's commands, and how we can demonstrate our love for Him by caring for others, as mentioned in Matthew 25:31-46. By following God's example, we can show our appreciation for those who serve us and grow in our relationship with Him.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the tribe of Dan in the allocation of cities in Joshua 21:23?
The tribe of Dan was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, and the allocation of cities to the Levites from this tribe reflects God's promise to provide for the Levites, as seen in Joshua 21:1-3 and Numbers 35:1-8.
Why were the cities of Elteke and Gibbethon given to the Levites?
The cities of Elteke and Gibbethon were given to the Levites as part of God's provision for their inheritance, as they did not receive a tribal allotment like the other tribes, as mentioned in Deuteronomy 18:1-2 and Joshua 13:14.
How does the allocation of cities in Joshua 21:23 relate to the concept of the Levites as priests and ministers?
The allocation of cities to the Levites reflects their role as ministers and priests, responsible for teaching and guiding the people of Israel, as seen in Deuteronomy 33:10 and Malachi 2:7.
What can we learn from the way the Israelites provided for the Levites in Joshua 21:23?
We can learn about the importance of providing for those who minister to us spiritually, as seen in 1 Timothy 5:17-18 and Galatians 6:6, and the value of gratitude and obedience to God's commands, as mentioned in Psalm 37:3-7.
Reflection Questions
- What does the provision of cities for the Levites reveal about God's heart for His people, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- How can I, like the Israelites, demonstrate gratitude and obedience to God's commands in my daily life, especially in providing for those who minister to me?
- What role do I play in supporting and caring for those who serve me spiritually, and how can I grow in this area, as seen in Acts 6:1-7?
- What can I learn from the tribe of Dan's allocation of cities, and how can I apply the principles of provision and gratitude to my own relationships and community?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 21:23
And out of the tribe of Dan, Eltekeh with her suburbs,.... [See comments on Joshua 19:44]; Gibbethon with her suburbs, [See comments on Joshua 19:44].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 21:23
And out of the tribe of Benjamin, Gibeon with her suburbs, Geba with her suburbs, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Cambridge Bible on Joshua 21:23
23. Eltekeh] See ch. Joshua 19:44; Gibbethon, ch. Joshua 19:44.
Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 21:23
21-24. Shechem — Joshua 17:7. Gezer — Joshua 10:33.Beth-horon — Joshua 10:10. Aijalon — Joshua 10:12. Tanach — Joshua 12:21.