Numbers 27:9
Numbers 27:9 in Multiple Translations
If he has no daughter, give his inheritance to his brothers.
And if he have no daughter, then ye shall give his inheritance unto his brethren.
And if he have no daughter, then ye shall give his inheritance unto his brethren.
And if he has no daughter, then give his heritage to his brothers.
If he doesn't have a daughter, give his property to his brothers.
And if he haue no daughter, ye shall giue his inheritance vnto his brethren.
and if he have no daughter, then ye have given his inheritance to his brethren;
If he has no daughter, then you shall give his inheritance to his brothers.
And if he shall have no daughter, then ye shall give his inheritance to his brethren.
If he have no daughter, his brethren shall succeed him.
If the man has no sons or daughters, give to his brothers the things that his sons and daughters would have inherited.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 27:9
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Numbers 27:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אִם
אֵ֥ין
ל֖/וֹ
בַּ֑ת
וּ/נְתַתֶּ֥ם
אֶת
נַחֲלָת֖/וֹ
לְ/אֶחָי/ו
וְ/אִם
ʼim
H518
if
Conj | Conj
אֵ֥ין
ʼayin
H369
nothing
Part
ל֖/וֹ
Prep | Suff
בַּ֑ת
bath
H1323
Bath (Shua)
N-fs
וּ/נְתַתֶּ֥ם
nâthan
H5414
to give
Conj | V-Qal-2mp
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
נַחֲלָת֖/וֹ
nachălâh
H5159
inheritance
N-fs | Suff
לְ/אֶחָי/ו
ʼâch
H251
brother
Prep | N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 27:9
וְ/אִם
ʼim
H518
"if"
Conj | Conj
This Hebrew word is used to express conditions or questions, like if or whether. It can also be used to make oaths or express wishes, as in Oh that! It appears in various forms in the KJV, including if, though, and when.
Definition: : if/whether_or/though 1) if 1a) conditional clauses 1a1) of possible situations 1a2) of impossible situations 1b) oath contexts 1b1) no, not 1c) if...if, whether...or, whether...or...or 1d) when, whenever 1e) since 1f) interrogative particle 1g) but rather
Usage: Occurs in 931 OT verses. KJV: (and, can-, doubtless, if, that) (not), [phrase] but, either, [phrase] except, [phrase] more(-over if, than), neither, nevertheless, nor, oh that, or, [phrase] save (only, -ing), seeing, since, sith, [phrase] surely (no more, none, not), though, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] unless, [phrase] verily, when, whereas, whether, while, [phrase] yet. See also: Genesis 4:7; Exodus 22:3; Leviticus 27:27.
אֵ֥ין
ʼayin
H369
"nothing"
Part
This word means nothing or not, often used to indicate the absence of something, as in Genesis 1:2 where the earth was without form. It emphasizes the idea of something lacking or non-existent.
Definition: 1) nothing, not, nought n 1a) nothing, nought neg 1b) not 1c) to have not (of possession) adv 1d) without w/prep 1e) for lack of
Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: else, except, fail, (father-) less, be gone, in(-curable), neither, never, no (where), none, nor, (any, thing), not, nothing, to nought, past, un(-searchable), well-nigh, without. Compare H370 (אַיִן). See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 14:27; 1 Kings 15:22.
ל֖/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
בַּ֑ת
bath
H1323
"Bath (Shua)"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for daughter is used to describe a female child or a woman, and can also be used figuratively. In the Bible, it is used to describe women like Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah and later of King David.
Definition: A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.38.2; daughter of: Shua (H7770); married to Judah (H3063); mother of: Er (H6147), Onan (H0209) and Shelah (H7956) the wife of Uriah whom David had murdered, having had adulterous relations with her; subsequently wife of David and mother of Solomon, Shimea, Shobab, and Nathan (alternate spelling to 'Bathsheba')
Usage: Occurs in 498 OT verses. KJV: apple (of the eye), branch, company, daughter, [idiom] first, [idiom] old, [phrase] owl, town, village. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 2:21; Ruth 1:13.
וּ/נְתַתֶּ֥ם
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
Conj | V-Qal-2mp
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
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.
נַחֲלָת֖/וֹ
nachălâh
H5159
"inheritance"
N-fs | Suff
Inheritance refers to something passed down, like property or a family heirloom, as seen in the Bible's discussion of dividing land among tribes in Joshua. It represents a person's share or possession. The concept is crucial in understanding biblical ideas of family and legacy.
Definition: 1) possession, property, inheritance, heritage 1a) property 1b) portion, share 1c) inheritance, portion
Usage: Occurs in 191 OT verses. KJV: heritage, to inherit, inheritance, possession. Compare H5158 (נַחַל). See also: Genesis 31:14; Joshua 23:4; Psalms 2:8.
לְ/אֶחָי/ו
ʼâch
H251
"brother"
Prep | N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a brother or male sibling, but it can also refer to a close relative, friend, or someone with a similar relationship. It is used to describe the bond between brothers, like the relationship between Cain and Abel in Genesis.
Definition: : male-sibling 1) brother 1a) brother of same parents 1b) half-brother (same father) 1c) relative, kinship, same tribe 1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship) 1e) (fig.) of resemblance
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. See also: Genesis 4:2; Genesis 42:13; Numbers 25:6.
Study Notes — Numbers 27:9
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Context — The Daughters of Zelophehad
7“The daughters of Zelophehad speak correctly. You certainly must give them property as an inheritance among their father’s brothers and transfer their father’s inheritance to them.
8Furthermore, you shall say to the Israelites, ‘If a man dies and leaves no son, you are to transfer his inheritance to his daughter.
9If he has no daughter, give his inheritance to his brothers.
10If he has no brothers, give his inheritance to his father’s brothers. 11And if his father has no brothers, give his inheritance to the next of kin from his clan, that he may take possession of it. This is to be a statutory ordinance for the Israelites, as the LORD has commanded Moses.’”Numbers 27:9 Summary
This verse, Numbers 27:9, tells us what happens to a person's inheritance if they don't have a daughter - it goes to their brothers. This shows God's care for the family and making sure property stays within the family, similar to how it's described in Deuteronomy 21:16. It's a principle that teaches us about God's justice and fairness, especially in how He provides for women, as seen in the story of the daughters of Zelophehad in Numbers 27:7. By understanding this, we can see how God values family and provision, which is also reflected in New Testament teachings about caring for one another, like in 1 Timothy 5:8.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens to a person's inheritance if they have no daughter?
According to Numbers 27:9, if a person has no daughter, their inheritance is given to their brothers, as instructed by the Lord through Moses, similar to the principle found in Deuteronomy 21:16.
Is this principle of inheritance only for the Israelites?
The principle of inheritance outlined in Numbers 27:9 is specifically for the Israelites, as stated in Numbers 27:11, but it reflects God's care for the family and the preservation of property within the family, a concept also seen in Jeremiah 32:6-15.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Numbers 27?
Numbers 27:9 is part of a larger discussion on the inheritance rights of women, as seen in the case of the daughters of Zelophehad, emphasizing God's provision and justice, as also highlighted in Numbers 27:7.
Does this principle of giving inheritance to brothers apply in the New Testament era?
While the specific laws regarding inheritance in Numbers 27:9 were given to the Israelites, the New Testament teaches about the importance of family and caring for one another, as seen in 1 Timothy 5:8, but the specific laws about inheritance are not directly applied in the New Testament context.
Reflection Questions
- How does understanding God's provision for inheritance in the Old Testament help me trust in His provision for my life today?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of family care and responsibility, as hinted at in Numbers 27:9, to my own family and community?
- How does the concept of inheritance in Numbers 27:9 relate to the spiritual inheritance we have in Christ, as described in Ephesians 1:11 and Colossians 1:12?
- What does this verse teach about God's heart for justice and fairness, especially concerning the rights of women and the preservation of family property?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 27:9
And if he have no daughter,.... Dies without any issue: then ye shall give his inheritance unto his brethren; and the children descending from them; that is, if his father was dead; otherwise, if he
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 27:9
And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 27:9
1–11. A law on the inheritance of property. The Hebrews always adhered firmly to the principle that landed property must not be alienated from the tribe or family to which it belonged. In early days, inheritance by daughters was not contemplated. If a man died without children, his widow might be married to his brother in order to bear sons who should inherit the property (Deuteronomy 25:5-10; cf. Matthew 22:24). Or if a man wished to sell land, his next-of-kin had the first right of purchase (Jeremiah 32:8). And the same principle underlies the law of the Jubile (Leviticus 25:10; Leviticus 25:31). The present law is also based upon the principle, but marks a new departure in the privileges accorded to women.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 27:9
8-11. A statute of judgment — A statute or law, determining order in the succession of heirs to landed estates where there were no sons; namely, daughters, father’s brothers, paternal uncles, next of kin on the father’s side.