1 Chronicles 6:71
1 Chronicles 6:71 in Multiple Translations
The Gershomites received the following: From the clan of the half-tribe of Manasseh they were given Golan in Bashan and also Ashtaroth, together with their pasturelands.
Unto the sons of Gershom were given out of the family of the half tribe of Manasseh, Golan in Bashan with her suburbs, and Ashtaroth with her suburbs:
Unto the sons of Gershom were given, out of the family of the half-tribe of Manasseh, Golan in Bashan with its suburbs, and Ashtaroth with its suburbs;
To the sons of Gershom were given, out of the family of the half-tribe of Manasseh, Golan in Bashan with its outskirts, and Ashtaroth with its outskirts;
The descendants of Gershon received the following. From the family of the half-tribe of Manasseh: Golan in Bashan, and Ashtaroth, together with their pasturelands;
Vnto the sonnes of Gershom out of the familie of the halfe tribe of Manasseh, Golan in Bashan, and her suburbes, and Ashtaroth with her suburbes,
To the sons of Gershom from the family of the half of the tribe of Manasseh [are] Golan in Bashan and its suburbs, and Ashtaroth and its suburbs;
To the sons of Gershom were given, out of the family of the half-tribe of Manasseh, Golan in Bashan with its pasture lands, and Ashtaroth with its pasture lands;
To the sons of Gershom were given out of the family of the half tribe of Manasseh, Golan in Bashan with its suburbs, and Ashtaroth with its suburbs:
And to the sons of Gersom, out of the kindred of the half tribe of Manasses, Gaulon, in Basan, and its suburbs, and Astharoth with its suburbs.
The descendants of Gershon, who were part of the tribe of Manasseh, lived east of the Jordan River. They were allotted the cities and towns and pastureland near them: Golan in the Bashan and Ashtaroth regions.
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Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 6:71
Context — Territories for the Levites
71The Gershomites received the following: From the clan of the half-tribe of Manasseh they were given Golan in Bashan and also Ashtaroth, together with their pasturelands.
72From the tribe of Issachar they were given Kedesh, Daberath, 73Ramoth, and Anem, together with their pasturelands.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joshua 21:27 | This is what the Levite clans of the Gershonites were given: From the half-tribe of Manasseh they were given Golan in Bashan, a city of refuge for the manslayer, and Beeshterah—two cities, together with their pasturelands. |
| 2 | Joshua 9:10 | and all that He did to the two kings of the Amorites beyond the Jordan—Sihon king of Heshbon and Og king of Bashan, who reigned in Ashtaroth. |
| 3 | Joshua 20:8 | And beyond the Jordan, east of Jericho, they designated Bezer on the wilderness plateau from the tribe of Reuben, Ramoth in Gilead from the tribe of Gad, and Golan in Bashan from the tribe of Manasseh. |
| 4 | Deuteronomy 1:4 | This was after he had defeated Sihon king of the Amorites, who lived in Heshbon, and then at Edrei had defeated Og king of Bashan, who lived in Ashtaroth. |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 4:43 | Bezer in the wilderness on the plateau belonging to the Reubenites, Ramoth in Gilead belonging to the Gadites, or Golan in Bashan belonging to the Manassites. |
1 Chronicles 6:71 Summary
This verse talks about the Gershomites, a group of Levites, who were given some cities to live in, including Golan in Bashan and Ashtaroth. The Lord provided for them, just like He provides for us, as seen in Matthew 6:25-34. The Gershomites were to serve the Lord and the nation of Israel, and their cities were a gift from God, demonstrating His care and faithfulness. Just like the Gershomites, we can trust in God's provision and care for us, as promised in Psalm 23:1-4.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the Gershomites and what was their role in Israel?
The Gershomites were a clan of Levites, tasked with serving the Lord and the nation of Israel, as seen in 1 Chronicles 6:1-81 and Numbers 3:21-26. They were given specific cities to inhabit, including Golan in Bashan and Ashtaroth, as stated in 1 Chronicles 6:71.
Why were the Gershomites given cities in the half-tribe of Manasseh?
The Gershomites were given cities in the half-tribe of Manasseh as part of the Lord's provision for the Levites, who did not receive a large inheritance of land like the other tribes, as explained in Joshua 13:14 and 1 Chronicles 6:64-65.
What is the significance of Golan in Bashan and Ashtaroth in this verse?
Golan in Bashan and Ashtaroth were cities given to the Gershomites, providing them with a place to live and serve the Lord, similar to how the Lord provided for the Israelites in the wilderness, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:7-10 and Psalm 23:1-4.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of God's provision for His people?
This verse illustrates God's care and provision for the Gershomites, a Levitical clan, demonstrating His faithfulness to His people, as promised in Genesis 17:1-8 and reiterated in Matthew 6:25-34.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's character, particularly in regards to His provision for those who serve Him?
- How can I apply the principle of God's provision, as seen in this verse, to my own life and circumstances?
- What role does faith and trust play in receiving God's provision, as demonstrated by the Gershomites in this verse?
- In what ways can I, like the Gershomites, be a blessing to others by serving the Lord and utilizing the resources He has given me?