Numbers 13:8
Numbers 13:8 in Multiple Translations
from the tribe of Ephraim, Hoshea son of Nun;
Of the tribe of Ephraim, Oshea the son of Nun.
Of the tribe of Ephraim, Hoshea the son of Nun.
Of the tribe of Ephraim, Hoshea, the son of Nun.
Hoshea, son of Nun, from the tribe of Ephraim.
Of the tribe of Issachar, Igal the sonne of Ioseph:
For the tribe of Ephraim, Oshea, son of Nun.
Of the tribe of Ephraim, Hoshea the son of Nun.
Of the tribe of Ephraim, Oshea the son of Nun.
Of the tribe of Issachar, Igal the son of Joseph.
Hoshea, the son of Nun, from the tribe of Ephraim;
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 13:8
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Numbers 13:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְ/מַטֵּ֥ה
אֶפְרָ֖יִם
הוֹשֵׁ֥עַ
בִּן
נֽוּן
לְ/מַטֵּ֥ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
tribe
Prep | N-ms
אֶפְרָ֖יִם
ʼEphrayim
H669
Ephraim
N-proper
הוֹשֵׁ֥עַ
Hôwshêaʻ
H1954
Hoshea
N-proper
בִּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
נֽוּן
Nûwn
H5126
Nun
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 13:8
לְ/מַטֵּ֥ה
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.
אֶפְרָ֖יִם
ʼEphrayim
H669
"Ephraim"
N-proper
Ephraim means doubly fruitful, referring to Joseph's son and the tribe that descended from him. The tribe of Ephraim was a significant part of Israel's history. Ephraim is also the name of a region in the Bible.
Definition: Ephraim = "double ash-heap: I shall be doubly fruitful" the country of the tribe of Ephraim Also named: Ephraim (Ἐφραίμ "Ephraim" G2187)
Usage: Occurs in 164 OT verses. KJV: Ephraim, Ephraimites. See also: Genesis 41:52; 1 Chronicles 27:20; Psalms 60:9.
הוֹשֵׁ֥עַ
Hôwshêaʻ
H1954
"Hoshea"
N-proper
Hoshea was a common name in the Bible, given to five different Israelites, including the son of Nun and the last king of the northern kingdom of Israel. It means salvation.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Ephraim living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness and Israel before the Monarchy, first mentioned at Exo.17.9; son of: Nun (H5126); also called Hoshea (KJV: Oshea) at Num.13.8; Jeshua at Neh.8.17; Another name of ye.ho.shu.a (יְהוֹשׁוּעַ "Joshua" H3091G) § Hosea or Hoshea or Oshea = "salvation" 1) family name of Joshua, the son of Nun 2) the 19th and last king of the northern kingdom of Israel 3) son of Beeri, and the first of the minor prophets; prophet to the northern kingdom of Israel in the reign of Jeroboam II 4) a son of Azaziah, a chief of Ephraim in the time of David 5) an Israelite chief who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Hosea, Hoshea, Oshea. See also: Numbers 13:8; 2 Kings 17:6; Hosea 1:2.
בִּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
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.
נֽוּן
Nûwn
H5126
"Nun"
N-proper
Nun was the father of Joshua, a leader of the Israelites who succeeded Moses. His name means fish or posterity in Hebrew. The KJV translates his name as Non or Nun.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Ephraim living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.33.11; son of: Elishama (H0476); father of: Joshua (H3091) § Nun = "fish" or "posterity" father of Joshua the successor of Moses
Usage: Occurs in 30 OT verses. KJV: Non, Nun. See also: Exodus 33:11; Deuteronomy 34:9; Nehemiah 8:17.
Study Notes — Numbers 13:8
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Context — The Spies Explore Canaan
6from the tribe of Judah, Caleb son of Jephunneh;
7from the tribe of Issachar, Igal son of Joseph;
8from the tribe of Ephraim, Hoshea son of Nun;
9from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti son of Raphu; 10from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel son of Sodi;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 24:13 | So Moses set out with Joshua his attendant and went up on the mountain of God. |
| 2 | Numbers 11:28 | Joshua son of Nun, the attendant to Moses since youth, spoke up and said, “Moses, my lord, stop them!” |
| 3 | Numbers 13:16 | These were the names of the men Moses sent to spy out the land; and Moses gave to Hoshea son of Nun the name Joshua. |
| 4 | Joshua 1:1–9 | Now after the death of His servant Moses, the LORD spoke to Joshua son of Nun, Moses’ assistant, saying, “Moses My servant is dead. Now therefore arise, you and all these people, and cross over the Jordan into the land that I am giving to the children of Israel. I have given you every place where the sole of your foot will tread, just as I promised to Moses. Your territory shall extend from the wilderness and Lebanon to the great River Euphrates—all the land of the Hittites—and west as far as the Great Sea. No one shall stand against you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so will I be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you. Be strong and courageous, for you shall give these people the inheritance of the land that I swore to their fathers I would give them. Above all, be strong and very courageous. Be careful to observe all the law that My servant Moses commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you may prosper wherever you go. This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. For then you will prosper and succeed in all you do. Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” |
| 5 | Joshua 1:16 | So they answered Joshua, “Everything you have commanded us we will do, and everywhere you send us we will go. |
| 6 | Deuteronomy 31:23 | Then the LORD commissioned Joshua son of Nun and said, “Be strong and courageous, for you will bring the Israelites into the land that I swore to give them, and I will be with you.” |
| 7 | Numbers 27:18–22 | And the LORD replied to Moses, “Take Joshua son of Nun, a man with the Spirit in him, and lay your hands on him. Have him stand before Eleazar the priest and the whole congregation, and commission him in their sight. Confer on him some of your authority, so that the whole congregation of Israel will obey him. He shall stand before Eleazar the priest, who will seek counsel for him before the LORD by the judgment of the Urim. At his command, he and all the Israelites with him—the entire congregation—will go out and come in.” Moses did as the LORD had commanded him. He took Joshua, had him stand before Eleazar the priest and the whole congregation, |
| 8 | Exodus 17:9–13 | So Moses said to Joshua, “Choose some of our men and go out to fight the Amalekites. Tomorrow I will stand on the hilltop with the staff of God in my hand.” Joshua did as Moses had instructed him and fought against the Amalekites, while Moses, Aaron, and Hur went up to the top of the hill. As long as Moses held up his hands, Israel prevailed; but when he lowered them, Amalek prevailed. When Moses’ hands grew heavy, they took a stone and put it under him, and he sat on it. Then Aaron and Hur held his hands up, one on each side, so that his hands remained steady until the sun went down. So Joshua overwhelmed Amalek and his army with the sword. |
| 9 | Deuteronomy 31:7–8 | Then Moses called for Joshua and said to him in the presence of all Israel, “Be strong and courageous, for you will go with this people into the land that the LORD swore to their fathers to give them, and you shall give it to them as an inheritance. The LORD Himself goes before you; He will be with you. He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid or discouraged.” |
| 10 | Exodus 32:17 | When Joshua heard the sound of the people shouting, he said to Moses, “The sound of war is in the camp.” |
Numbers 13:8 Summary
[Numbers 13:8 tells us that Hoshea son of Nun was chosen to represent the tribe of Ephraim as one of the twelve spies sent to explore the land of Canaan. This verse shows us that God chooses faithful and capable leaders to carry out His plans, just like He chose Moses (Exodus 3:10) and Joshua (Joshua 1:1-9). As we read about Hoshea, we can learn about the importance of trusting in God's sovereignty and provision, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7. By following Hoshea's example, we can demonstrate our own faithfulness and trust in God's plan, even when faced with uncertainty or challenges.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Hoshea son of Nun in the Bible?
Hoshea son of Nun, also known as Joshua, was a faithful leader of the Israelites who played a crucial role in the conquest of Canaan, as seen in the book of Joshua (Joshua 1:1-9).
What tribe did Hoshea represent in Numbers 13:8?
According to Numbers 13:8, Hoshea son of Nun represented the tribe of Ephraim, one of the twelve tribes of Israel (Genesis 49:10, Exodus 1:1-7).
Why was Hoshea chosen to be one of the twelve spies in Numbers 13?
Hoshea was chosen for his faithfulness and leadership abilities, which were essential qualities for the task of spying out the land of Canaan, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:36 and Numbers 14:24.
How does the story of Hoshea relate to the overall narrative of the Bible?
The story of Hoshea son of Nun is part of the larger narrative of God's covenant with the Israelites, as seen in Exodus 19:5-6, and serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness and promise to His people (Leviticus 26:44-45).
Reflection Questions
- What qualities made Hoshea a suitable leader to represent the tribe of Ephraim, and how can I apply those qualities to my own life?
- How does the selection of Hoshea as a spy relate to the concept of spiritual leadership, and what can I learn from his example?
- In what ways can I, like Hoshea, demonstrate faithfulness and trust in God's plan, even when faced with uncertainty or challenges?
- How does the story of Hoshea son of Nun encourage me to trust in God's sovereignty and provision, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 13:8
Of the tribe of Ephraim, Oshea the son of Nun. [See comments on Numbers 13:4].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 13:8
And these were their names: of the tribe of Reuben, Shammua the son of Zaccur. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 13:8
(8) Of the tribe of Ephraim.—It has been supposed that there is some displacement of the text in this verse. Thus far the order of the tribes is the same as in Numbers 1:5-8. After Issachar, Zebulun (the sixth son of Leah) would naturally follow, as in Numbers 1:9, and Ephraim and Manasseh would naturally be connected, as in Numbers 1:10. This supposition is supported by the occurrence of the name of Joseph in Numbers 13:7; Numbers 13:11. The order of the remaining four tribes is the same as in Numbers 1, except that the tribe of Naphtali is placed before, instead of after, that of Gad.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 13:8
1–24. The spies are sent out, and search the land.
Sermons on Numbers 13:8
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Peculiar Perils of Leadership by J. Oswald Sanders | J. Oswald Sanders addresses the subtle perils faced by spiritual leaders, emphasizing the dangers of pride, jealousy, popularity, infallibility, and the emotional extremes of elati |
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Apostleship - Part 3 by Norman Grubb | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a challenging time in his life when he and his wife were left with only eight dollars for the whole month. Despite the difficulties, they we |
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Wanted: Preachers With Passion & Power by Alan Cairns | In this sermon, the preacher, Martin Lloyd Jones, begins by acknowledging that he was initially hesitant to preach because he thought it might be too long for the audience. However |
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(Christian Leadership) Building the Home and the Church by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that having a cooperative wife is not a requirement to be a prophet of God. He warns against complaining about one's spouse and using them as |
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A Private Moment for Times Square Church by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the life and ministry of Pastor David Wilkerson, who was used by God to bring the message of Christ to the streets of New York City. Pastor |
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1975 Address to the Southern Baptist Convention by W.A. Criswell | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of delivering an authentic and apologetic message from the pulpit. He argues against speculative and problematic beliefs, sta |
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Holy Spirit, Church and Nations - Part 5 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a spiritual energy and hunger to know and apprehend the word of God. He draws a parallel between the book of Joshua |