Joshua 22:30
Joshua 22:30 in Multiple Translations
When Phinehas the priest and the chiefs of the congregation—the heads of Israel’s clans who were with him—heard what the descendants of Reuben, Gad, and Manasseh had to say, they were satisfied.
¶ And when Phinehas the priest, and the princes of the congregation and heads of the thousands of Israel which were with him, heard the words that the children of Reuben and the children of Gad and the children of Manasseh spake, it pleased them.
And when Phinehas the priest, and the princes of the congregation, even the heads of the thousands of Israel that were with him, heard the words that the children of Reuben and the children of Gad and the children of Manasseh spake, it pleased them well.
Then Phinehas the priest and the chiefs of the meeting and the heads of the families of Israel who were with him, hearing what the children of Reuben and the children of Gad and the children of Manasseh said, were pleased.
When Phinehas and the Israelite leaders heard this from the tribes of Reuben and Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh they were delighted.
And when Phinehas the Priest, and the princes of the Congregation and heads ouer the thousands of Israel which were with him, heard the wordes, that the children of Reuben, and children of Gad, and the children of Manasseh spake, they were well content.
And Phinehas the priest, and the princes of the company, and the heads of the thousands of Israel, who [are] with him, hear the words which the sons of Reuben, and the sons of Gad, and the sons of Manasseh have spoken, and it is good in their eyes.
When Phinehas the priest, and the princes of the congregation, even the heads of the thousands of Israel that were with him, heard the words that the children of Reuben and the children of Gad and the children of Manasseh spoke, it pleased them well.
And when Phinehas the priest, and the princes of the congregation, and heads of the thousands of Israel who were with him, heard the words that the children of Reuben, and the children of Gad, and the children of Manasseh spoke, it pleased them.
And when Phinees the priest, and the princes of the embassage, who were with him, had heard this, they were satisfied: and they admitted most willingly the words of the children of Ruben, and Gad, and of the half tribe of Manasses.
When Phinehas the priest and the other ten leaders heard what they said, they were pleased.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 22:30
Study Notes — Joshua 22:30
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- Joshua 22:30 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Joshua 22:30
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- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Joshua 22:30
- Trapp's Commentary on Joshua 22:30
- Cambridge Bible on Joshua 22:30
- Sermons on Joshua 22:30
Context — The Altar of Witness
30When Phinehas the priest and the chiefs of the congregation—the heads of Israel’s clans who were with him—heard what the descendants of Reuben, Gad, and Manasseh had to say, they were satisfied.
31Phinehas son of Eleazar the priest said to the descendants of Reuben, Gad, and Manasseh, “Today we know that the LORD is among us, because you have not committed this breach of faith against Him. Consequently, you have delivered the Israelites from the hand of the LORD.” 32Then Phinehas son of Eleazar the priest, together with the other leaders, returned to the Israelites in the land of Canaan and brought back a report regarding the Reubenites and Gadites in the land of Gilead.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Joshua 22:33 | The Israelites were satisfied with the report, and they blessed God and spoke no more about going to war against them to destroy the land where the Reubenites and Gadites lived. |
| 2 | Esther 1:21 | The king and his princes were pleased with this counsel; so the king did as Memucan had advised. |
| 3 | Proverbs 15:1 | A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. |
| 4 | Judges 8:3 | God has delivered Oreb and Zeeb, the two princes of Midian, into your hand. What was I able to do compared to you?” When he had said this, their anger against him subsided. |
| 5 | 1 Samuel 25:32–33 | Then David said to Abigail, “Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel, who sent you to meet me this day! Blessed is your discernment, and blessed are you, because today you kept me from bloodshed and from avenging myself by my own hand. |
| 6 | 2 Chronicles 30:4 | This proposal pleased the king and the whole assembly. |
| 7 | Acts 11:18 | When they heard this, their objections were put to rest, and they glorified God, saying, “So then, God has granted even the Gentiles repentance unto life.” |
| 8 | Genesis 28:8 | And seeing that his father Isaac disapproved of the Canaanite women, |
| 9 | 1 Samuel 29:6 | So Achish summoned David and told him, “As surely as the LORD lives, you have been upright in my sight, and it seems right that you should march in and out with me in the army, because I have found no fault in you from the day you came to me until this day. But you have no favor in the sight of the leaders. |
Joshua 22:30 Summary
[In Joshua 22:30, we see that Phinehas and the chiefs of the congregation were satisfied with the explanation given by the descendants of Reuben, Gad, and Manasseh, which shows the importance of communication and understanding in resolving conflicts, as also seen in Matthew 18:15. This verse teaches us that when we take the time to listen to and understand each other, we can avoid misunderstandings and strengthen our relationships, which is in line with the principles of love and unity found in John 13:35 and Ephesians 4:3. Just like Phinehas and the chiefs of the congregation, we should seek to understand the perspectives and intentions of others before reacting or making judgments, as seen in Joshua 22:30 and Proverbs 18:13.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the main concern of Phinehas and the chiefs of the congregation in Joshua 22:30?
The main concern was whether the descendants of Reuben, Gad, and Manasseh had rebelled against the Lord by building an altar, as stated in Joshua 22:29, but they were satisfied with the explanation given in Joshua 22:28.
How did Phinehas and the chiefs of the congregation respond to the descendants of Reuben, Gad, and Manasseh?
They were satisfied with their explanation, as seen in Joshua 22:30, and Phinehas even declared that the Lord was among them because they had not committed a breach of faith, as stated in Joshua 22:31.
What does this verse reveal about the importance of communication and understanding in the community of believers?
This verse shows that open and honest communication can resolve potential conflicts and strengthen relationships, as seen in Joshua 22:30, and is in line with the principles of peaceful conflict resolution found in Matthew 18:15 and Ephesians 4:3.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Joshua 22?
This verse is part of the story of the altar built by the descendants of Reuben, Gad, and Manasseh, and it highlights the importance of unity and cooperation among the tribes of Israel, as emphasized in Joshua 22:1-34 and Deuteronomy 12:10-11.
Reflection Questions
- What are some potential conflicts or misunderstandings in my own life that could be resolved through open and honest communication, as seen in Joshua 22:30?
- How can I, like Phinehas and the chiefs of the congregation, seek to understand the perspectives and intentions of others before jumping to conclusions or reacting in anger?
- What are some ways that I can promote unity and cooperation among believers, as emphasized in Joshua 22:1-34 and Ephesians 4:3?
- How can I apply the principles of peaceful conflict resolution, as seen in Matthew 18:15 and Joshua 22:30, to my relationships with others?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 22:30
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 22:30
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Joshua 22:30
Trapp's Commentary on Joshua 22:30
Cambridge Bible on Joshua 22:30
Sermons on Joshua 22:30
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Ii Timothy - Part 2 - Proclaim the Gospel by John Stott | In this sermon, Reverend John R. focuses on the importance of preaching the word of God. He emphasizes that our proclamation should be urgent, never losing our sense of urgency in |
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The Restraining Power of the Holy Ghost by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of David and Nabal from the Bible. David sends his men to Nabal's house during shearing time to ask for provisions for his hungry a |
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(2006 Conference) 3.controlling Our Tongue by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of controlling our speech and the balance needed in various areas of our lives. It highlights the dangers of being imbalanced, focusing on sma |
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The Healing of the Home by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of using a soft answer to turn away wrath and bring healing to the home. He criticizes those who rely on loudness as a badge |
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In the School of God by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the impact of words and the importance of being an example of a believer. He shares stories of individuals who excelled in their faith and |
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Effective Prayer - Part 1 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of commenting on the answers we receive after asking questions. He highlights the joy that comes from someone sharing a though |
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Are You Backsliding? (Part 2) by Michael L. Brown | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the prevalence of easily accessible and explicit content in today's society. He shares personal experiences of encountering inappropriate mate |






