1 Chronicles 6:56

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

But the fields and villages around the city were given to Caleb son of Jephunneh.

American Standard Version (1901)

but the fields of the city, and the villages thereof, they gave to Caleb the son of Jephunneh.

Bible in Basic English

But the open country of the town, and the small places round it, they gave to Caleb, the son of Jephunneh.

Douay-Rheims 1899

But the fields of the city, and the villages to Caleb son of Jephone.

Free Bible Version

But the fields and villages near the town were given to Caleb son of Jephunneh.

Geneva Bible 1599

But the fielde of the citie, and the villages thereof they gaue to Caleb the sonne of Iephunneh.

King James (Authorized) Version

But the fields of the city, and the villages thereof, they gave to Caleb the son of Jephunneh.

Translation for Translators

but the fields farther from the city and the villages near the city were given to Caleb, the son of Jephunneh.

Unlocked Literal Bible

but the fields of the city and its villages they gave to Caleb son of Jephunneh.

Noah Webster Bible

But the fields of the city, and its villages, they gave to Caleb the son of Jephunneh.

World English Bible

but the fields of the city and its villages, they gave to Caleb the son of Jephunneh.

Young's Literal Translation

and the field of the city and its villages they gave to Caleb son of Jephunneh.

Context

Territories for the Levites

⁵⁵They were given Hebron in the land of Judah and its surrounding pasturelands.⁵⁶But the fields and villages around the city were given to Caleb son of Jephunneh. ⁵⁷So the descendants of Aaron were given Hebron (a city of refuge), Libnah, Jattir, Eshtemoa,

Summary

This verse highlights the significance of the Levites' inheritance within the land of Israel. Despite not having a portion of land like the other tribes, the Levites were given cities to dwell in, demonstrating God's provision for their needs. The allocation of these cities fulfilled the Lord's promise to provide for the Levites and their families, ensuring they had a place to live and serve Him. This verse showcases God's faithfulness in honoring His covenant with the Levites, illustrating His care and provision for those set apart for His service.

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