Joshua 22:6
Joshua 22:6 in Multiple Translations
So Joshua blessed them and sent them on their way, and they went to their homes.
So Joshua blessed them, and sent them away: and they went unto their tents.
So Joshua blessed them, and sent them away; and they went unto their tents.
Then Joshua gave them his blessing and sent them away: and they went back to their tents.
Joshua blessed them, sent them on their way, and they went home.
So Ioshua blessed them and sent them away, and they went vnto their tents.
And Joshua blesseth them, and sendeth them away, and they go unto their tents.
So Joshua blessed them, and sent them away; and they went to their tents.
So Joshua blessed them and sent them away; and they went to their tents.
And Josue blessed them, and sent them away, and they returned to their dwellings.
Then Joshua blessed them and said goodbye to them, and they prepared to leave and return to their homes on the east side of the Jordan River.
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Joshua 22:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַֽ/יְבָרְכֵ֖/ם
יְהוֹשֻׁ֑עַ
וַֽ/יְשַׁלְּחֵ֔/ם
וַ/יֵּלְכ֖וּ
אֶל
אָהֳלֵי/הֶֽם
וַֽ/יְבָרְכֵ֖/ם
bârak
H1288
to bless
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff
יְהוֹשֻׁ֑עַ
Yᵉhôwshûwaʻ
H3091
Joshua
N-proper
וַֽ/יְשַׁלְּחֵ֔/ם
shâlach
H7971
to send
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff
וַ/יֵּלְכ֖וּ
yâlak
H3212
to walk
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
אָהֳלֵי/הֶֽם
ʼôhel
H168
tent
N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 22:6
וַֽ/יְבָרְכֵ֖/ם
bârak
H1288
"to bless"
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff
To bless means to praise or honor God, often by kneeling in worship. In the Bible, people bless God and God blesses people, showing favor and care for them, as seen in the story of Abraham and his descendants.
Definition: 1) to bless, kneel 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to kneel 1a2) to bless 1b) (Niphal) to be blessed, bless oneself 1c) (Piel) to bless 1d) (Pual) to be blessed, be adored 1e) (Hiphil) to cause to kneel 1f) (Hithpael) to bless oneself 2) (TWOT) to praise, salute, curse Aramaic equivalent: be.rakh (בְּרַךְ "to bless" H1289)
Usage: Occurs in 289 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abundantly, [idiom] altogether, [idiom] at all, blaspheme, bless, congratulate, curse, [idiom] greatly, [idiom] indeed, kneel (down), praise, salute, [idiom] still, thank. See also: Genesis 1:22; Deuteronomy 24:19; Job 2:9.
יְהוֹשֻׁ֑עַ
Yᵉhôwshûwaʻ
H3091
"Joshua"
N-proper
Joshua was a leader in the Bible, first mentioned in Ezra 2:2, who helped the Israelites return from exile. His name means Jehovah is salvation, and he is also known as Jeshua in some parts of the Bible. He was a key figure in the conquest of Canaan.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.2; son of: Jehozadak (H3087); father of: Joiakim (H3113); also called Jeshua at Ezr.2.2; 3.2,8; 4.3; 5.2; 1x12.1,7,10,26; § Joshua or Jehoshua = "Jehovah is salvation" 1) son of Nun of the tribe of Ephraim and successor to Moses as the leader of the children of Israel; led the conquest of Canaan 2) a resident of Beth-shemesh on whose land the Ark of the Covenant came to a stop after the Philistines returned it 3) son of Jehozadak and high priest after the restoration 4) governor of Jerusalem under king Josiah who gave his name to a gate of the city of Jerusalem
Usage: Occurs in 199 OT verses. KJV: Jehoshua, Jehoshuah, Joshua. Compare H1954 (הוֹשֵׁעַ), H3442 (יֵשׁוּעַ). See also: Exodus 17:9; Joshua 9:15; Zechariah 6:11.
וַֽ/יְשַׁלְּחֵ֔/ם
shâlach
H7971
"to send"
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms | Suff
To send or depart is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which has various applications in the Bible. It can describe sending someone or something away, or letting something go.
Definition: : depart/send 1) to send, send away, let go, stretch out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to send 1a2) to stretch out, extend, direct 1a3) to send away 1a4) to let loose 1b) (Niphal) to be sent 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to send off or away or out or forth, dismiss, give over, cast out 1c2) to let go, set free 1c3) to shoot forth (of branches) 1c4) to let down 1c5) to shoot 1d) (Pual) to be sent off, be put away, be divorced, be impelled 1e) (Hiphil) to send
Usage: Occurs in 790 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring (on the way), cast (away, out), conduct, [idiom] earnestly, forsake, give (up), grow long, lay, leave, let depart (down, go, loose), push away, put (away, forth, in, out), reach forth, send (away, forth, out), set, shoot (forth, out), sow, spread, stretch forth (out). See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 9:27; Joshua 14:11.
וַ/יֵּלְכ֖וּ
yâlak
H3212
"to walk"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
אָהֳלֵי/הֶֽם
ʼôhel
H168
"tent"
N-mp | Suff
The Hebrew word for a tent, often used to describe the tabernacle or a nomad's home. In Exodus 33:7-11, it refers to the sacred tent where God meets with Moses.
Definition: : tent 1) tent 1a) nomad's tent, and thus symbolic of wilderness life, transience 1b) dwelling, home, habitation 1c) the sacred tent of Jehovah (the tabernacle) Also means: o.hel (אֹ֫הֶל ": home" H0168H)
Usage: Occurs in 314 OT verses. KJV: covering, (dwelling) (place), home, tabernacle, tent. See also: Genesis 4:20; Leviticus 14:23; Joshua 22:4.
Study Notes — Joshua 22:6
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- Gill's Exposition on Joshua 22:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 22:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Joshua 22:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Joshua 22:6
- Cambridge Bible on Joshua 22:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 22:6
- Sermons on Joshua 22:6
Context — The Eastern Tribes Return Home
4And now that the LORD your God has given your brothers rest as He promised them, you may return to your homes in the land that Moses the servant of the LORD gave you across the Jordan.
5But be very careful to observe the commandment and the law that Moses the servant of the LORD gave you: to love the LORD your God, to walk in all His ways, to keep His commandments, to hold fast to Him, and to serve Him with all your heart and with all your soul.”
6So Joshua blessed them and sent them on their way, and they went to their homes.
7(To the half-tribe of Manasseh Moses had given land in Bashan, and to the other half Joshua gave land on the west side of the Jordan among their brothers.) When Joshua sent them to their homes he blessed them, 8saying, “Return to your homes with your great wealth, with immense herds of livestock, with silver, gold, bronze, iron, and very many clothes. Divide with your brothers the spoil of your enemies.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Joshua 14:13 | Then Joshua blessed Caleb son of Jephunneh and gave him Hebron as his inheritance. |
| 2 | Luke 24:50 | When Jesus had led them out as far as Bethany, He lifted up His hands and blessed them. |
| 3 | Genesis 47:7 | Then Joseph brought in his father Jacob and presented him before Pharaoh, and Jacob blessed Pharaoh. |
| 4 | 2 Samuel 6:18 | When David had finished sacrificing the burnt offerings and peace offerings, he blessed the people in the name of the LORD of Hosts. |
| 5 | Exodus 39:43 | And Moses inspected all the work and saw that they had accomplished it just as the LORD had commanded. So Moses blessed them. |
| 6 | 2 Samuel 6:20 | As soon as David returned home to bless his own household, Saul’s daughter Michal came out to meet him. “How the king of Israel has distinguished himself today!” she said. “He has uncovered himself today in the sight of the maidservants of his subjects, like a vulgar person would do.” |
| 7 | Hebrews 7:6–7 | But Melchizedek, who did not trace his descent from Levi, collected a tenth from Abraham and blessed him who had the promises. And indisputably, the lesser is blessed by the greater. |
| 8 | Joshua 22:7–8 | (To the half-tribe of Manasseh Moses had given land in Bashan, and to the other half Joshua gave land on the west side of the Jordan among their brothers.) When Joshua sent them to their homes he blessed them, saying, “Return to your homes with your great wealth, with immense herds of livestock, with silver, gold, bronze, iron, and very many clothes. Divide with your brothers the spoil of your enemies.” |
| 9 | 1 Samuel 2:20 | And Eli would bless Elkanah and his wife, saying, “May the LORD give you children by this woman in place of the one she dedicated to the LORD. ” Then they would go home. |
| 10 | Genesis 47:10 | Then Jacob blessed Pharaoh and departed from his presence. |
Joshua 22:6 Summary
[Joshua 22:6 shows us that after a big task is completed, it's time to rest and enjoy the blessings God has given us, just like the Israelites did after their work was done, as seen in Joshua 22:4. This reminds us that God cares about our well-being and wants us to have peace and rest, as promised in Matthew 11:28-30. By trusting in God's goodness and provision, we can find rest and peace, even in the midst of challenging circumstances, and be a blessing to those around us, just like Joshua was to his people.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for Joshua to bless the people in Joshua 22:6?
When Joshua blessed them, he was speaking God's favor and goodness over their lives, similar to how God blessed Abraham in Genesis 12:2-3, and how we are blessed in Christ according to Ephesians 1:3.
Why did Joshua send the people on their way after blessing them?
Joshua sent them on their way because their work was done, and God had given them rest, as promised in Joshua 22:4, and as seen in other instances like Deuteronomy 3:20 and Hebrews 4:9-10.
How does this verse relate to the concept of 'going home' in the Bible?
The idea of going home, as seen in Joshua 22:6, is a theme throughout the Bible, representing a return to rest, peace, and God's presence, as seen in Psalm 116:7 and Psalm 122:1.
What can we learn from Joshua's actions in this verse about leadership and care for others?
Joshua's actions demonstrate a selfless leadership that prioritizes the well-being and spiritual growth of those under his care, as encouraged in 1 Peter 5:2-3 and Matthew 20:26-28.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust God for rest and provision, just like the Israelites did?
- How can I, like Joshua, be a blessing to those around me, speaking God's favor and goodness into their lives?
- What does 'going home' mean for me spiritually, and how can I cultivate a sense of rest and peace in my relationship with God?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of selfless leadership and care for others, as demonstrated by Joshua, in my own life and relationships?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 22:6
So Joshua blessed them, and sent them away,.... Dismissed them from his presence with a blessing, in order to go to their own country; this he did by wishing them well, praying to God for a blessing
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 22:6
But take diligent heed to do the commandment and the law, which Moses the servant of the LORD charged you, to love the LORD your God, and to walk in all his ways, and to keep his commandments, and to
Trapp's Commentary on Joshua 22:6
Joshua 22:6 So Joshua blessed them, and sent them away: and they went unto their tents.Ver. 6. So Joshua blessed them.] That is, He besought God to bless them, and so took a friendly farewell of them: they had both his benediction and his valediction at parting. Courtesy may very well stand with piety, so it be real and heart sprung.
Ellicott's Commentary on Joshua 22:6
XXII. OF THE TWO AND A HALF TRIBES TO THEIR ON THE EAST OF JORDAN.(1-6) Charge to the two and a half tribes by Joshua. The words of Jos 22:2-3 recall the promise of Jos 1:16, and Joshua’s charge in Joshua 22:5 recalls that which he himself had received at first (Joshua 1:7), and finds a further parallel in what he said to Israel before his death (Joshua 23, 24).
Cambridge Bible on Joshua 22:6
6. So Joshua blessed them] Comp. (a) the blessing of the workers of the Tabernacle (Exodus 39:43), and (b) the blessing of Caleb by Joshua (Joshua 14:13).
Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 22:6
THE TRANS- TRIBES , Joshua 22:1-9.We have seen (Joshua 1:12-15) that Joshua required these tribes to fulfil the condition on which they were permitted to receive their portions before the conquest of
Sermons on Joshua 22:6
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(Following the Footsteps of Christ) the Ascension by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Hebrews chapter 4, verse 14, which talks about Jesus being a great high priest. The preacher emphasizes that Jesus is not just a high priest |
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The Greatness of Christ's Name and Person by T. Ernest Wilson | In this sermon, the preacher explains the structure of the Bible, comparing it to a book or a sermon. He states that the Bible has an introduction, which is found in the first thre |
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Easter conf.shannon Hills 02 by Welcome Detweiler | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of knowing the safety that comes from having a relationship with God. He highlights that many people who appear to have it al |
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The Ascent of Joy by John Piper | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of a veil that lies on the minds of people, preventing them from seeing the true significance of Jesus. The speaker uses various e |
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Bible Portraits of Christ 02 His Feet by James Booker | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a televised program about the Olympics and a long-distance walking event. The speaker uses this analogy to illustrate a lesson about spendin |
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Bristol Conference 1973-05 the Lord Jesus Christ by Stan Ford | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing Jesus as the Messiah and understanding the purpose of his coming. He highlights the significance of Jesus' asc |
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Christ Ascended Seated by Mack Tomlinson | Mack Tomlinson emphasizes the significance of Christ's ascension and session, explaining that after His work of redemption on the cross and resurrection, He ascended to Heaven and |