Joshua 21:24
Joshua 21:24 in Multiple Translations
Aijalon, and Gath-rimmon—four cities, together with their pasturelands.
Aijalon with her suburbs, Gath-rimmon with her suburbs; four cities.
Aijalon with its suburbs, Gath-rimmon with its suburbs; four cities.
Aijalon and Gath-rimmon with their grass-lands, four towns.
Aijalon, and Gath-rimmon.
Aiialon with her suburbes, Gath-rimmon with her suburbes: foure cities.
Aijalon and its suburbs, Gath-Rimmon and its suburbs — four cities.
Aijalon with its pasture lands, Gath Rimmon with its pasture lands: four cities.
Ajalon with its suburbs, Gath-rimmon with its suburbs; four cities.
And Aialon and Gethremmon, with their suburbs, four cities.
Aijalon, and Gath-Rimmon.
Berean Amplified Bible — Joshua 21:24
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Joshua 21:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אֶת
אַיָּלוֹן֙
וְ/אֶת
מִגְרָשֶׁ֔/הָ
אֶת
גַּת
רִמּ֖וֹן
וְ/אֶת
מִגְרָשֶׁ֑/הָ
עָרִ֖ים
אַרְבַּֽע
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אַיָּלוֹן֙
ʼAyâlôwn
H357
Aijalon
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מִגְרָשֶׁ֔/הָ
migrâsh
H4054
pasture
N-mp | Suff
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
גַּת
Gath-Rimmôwn
H1667
Gath-rimmon
N-proper
רִמּ֖וֹן
Gath-Rimmôwn
H1667
Gath-rimmon
N-proper
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
מִגְרָשֶׁ֑/הָ
migrâsh
H4054
pasture
N-mp | Suff
עָרִ֖ים
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
N-fp
אַרְבַּֽע
ʼarbaʻ
H702
four
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 21:24
אֶת
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.
אַיָּלוֹן֙
ʼAyâlôwn
H357
"Aijalon"
N-proper
Aijalon is a city in Palestine, meaning field of deer. It was a Levitical city in Dan, later ruled by various groups including the Amorites and Philistines.
Definition: § Ajalon or Aijalon = "field of deer" Levitical city in Dan, 14 miles or 25 km NW of Jerusalem, later ruled by the Amorites, then the Benjamites of Judah, then by the Philistines
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Aijalon, Ajalon. See also: Joshua 10:12; 1 Samuel 14:31; 2 Chronicles 28:18.
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.
מִגְרָשֶׁ֔/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.
אֶת
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.
גַּת
Gath-Rimmôwn
H1667
"Gath-rimmon"
N-proper
Gath-Rimmon means winepress of the pomegranate, a town in Palestine where Levites lived. It was also known as Ibleam. In the Bible, it is mentioned as a significant place on the west side of the Jordan.
Definition: Gath-rimmon = "winepress of the pomegranate" a town of the half tribe of Manasseh located on the west side of the Jordan, assigned to the Levites Another name of yiv.le.am (יִבְלְעָם "Ibleam" H2991)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Gath-rimmon. d See also: Joshua 19:45; Joshua 21:25; 1 Chronicles 6:54.
רִמּ֖וֹן
Gath-Rimmôwn
H1667
"Gath-rimmon"
N-proper
Gath-Rimmon means winepress of the pomegranate, a town in Palestine where Levites lived. It was also known as Ibleam. In the Bible, it is mentioned as a significant place on the west side of the Jordan.
Definition: Gath-rimmon = "winepress of the pomegranate" a town of the half tribe of Manasseh located on the west side of the Jordan, assigned to the Levites Another name of yiv.le.am (יִבְלְעָם "Ibleam" H2991)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Gath-rimmon. d See also: Joshua 19:45; Joshua 21:25; 1 Chronicles 6:54.
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.
עָרִ֖ים
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
אַרְבַּֽע
ʼarbaʻ
H702
"four"
Adj
The number four is a simple counting number in Hebrew, used to describe quantities of things, such as people, objects, or groups.
Definition: four
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: four. See also: Genesis 2:10; Judges 20:47; Esther 9:21.
Study Notes — Joshua 21:24
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Context — Forty-Eight Cities for the Levites
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. 26In all, ten cities, together with their pasturelands, were given to the rest of the Kohathite clans.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joshua 19:42 | Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah, |
| 2 | Joshua 10:12 | On the day that the LORD gave the Amorites over to the Israelites, Joshua spoke to the LORD in the presence of Israel: “O sun, stand still over Gibeon, O moon, over the Valley of Aijalon.” |
| 3 | 1 Chronicles 6:69 | Aijalon, and Gath-rimmon, together with their pasturelands. |
Joshua 21:24 Summary
This verse lists the cities of Aijalon and Gath-rimmon, which were given to the Levites as part of their inheritance. The Levites did not have a large area of land like the other tribes, but God still provided for them by giving them cities and pasturelands to meet their needs (as seen in Deuteronomy 18:1-2). This shows us that God cares for those who are dedicated to serving Him, and He will provide for them. We can trust God to provide for our own needs, just as He provided for the Levites, and we can learn from the example of the Israelites in supporting those who serve God (1 Timothy 5:17-18).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the cities listed in Joshua 21:24?
The cities listed in Joshua 21:24, including Aijalon and Gath-rimmon, were given to the Levites as part of their inheritance, as commanded by God in Numbers 35:1-8 and Joshua 21:1-3.
Why were the pasturelands included with the cities?
The pasturelands were included with the cities to provide for the Levites' needs, as they did not have a tribal allotment of land like the other tribes, as seen in Deuteronomy 18:1-2 and Joshua 13:14.
How many cities were given to the Kohathite clans in total?
According to Joshua 21:26, the Kohathite clans received a total of ten cities, including the four listed in Joshua 21:24.
What can we learn from the way the Israelites provided for the Levites?
The way the Israelites provided for the Levites teaches us about the importance of supporting those who are dedicated to serving God, as seen in 1 Timothy 5:17-18 and Galatians 6:6-7.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's care for the Levites, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- How does the provision of cities and pasturelands for the Levites demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises?
- What role do I play in supporting those who are dedicated to serving God, and how can I fulfill this responsibility?
- In what ways can I trust God to provide for my own needs, just as He provided for the Levites?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 21:24
Aijalon with her suburbs,.... [See comments on Joshua 19:42]; Gathrimmon with her suburbs, four cities; [See comments on Joshua 19:45].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 21:24
And out of the tribe of Benjamin, Gibeon with her suburbs, Geba with her suburbs, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Joshua 21:24
Verse 24. Aijalon] See Clarke on Joshua 10:12.
Cambridge Bible on Joshua 21:24
24. Aijalon] See Joshua 10:12; Gath-rimmon, see Joshua 19:45.
Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 21:24
21-24. Shechem — Joshua 17:7. Gezer — Joshua 10:33.Beth-horon — Joshua 10:10. Aijalon — Joshua 10:12. Tanach — Joshua 12:21.
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