1 Chronicles 6:74
1 Chronicles 6:74 in Multiple Translations
From the tribe of Asher they were given Mashal, Abdon,
And out of the tribe of Asher; Mashal with her suburbs, and Abdon with her suburbs,
and out of the tribe of Asher, Mashal with its suburbs, and Abdon with its suburbs,
And out of the tribe of Asher, Mashal with its outskirts, and Abdon with its outskirts,
from the tribe of Asher: Mashal, Abdon,
And out of the tribe of Asher, Mashal and her suburbes, and Abdon and her suburbes,
and from the tribe of Asher; Mashal and its suburbs, and Abdon and its suburbs,
and out of the tribe of Asher, Mashal with its pasture lands, Abdon with its pasture lands,
And out of the tribe of Asher; Mashal with its suburbs, and Abdon with its suburbs,
And out of the tribe of Aser: Masal with its suburbs, and Abdon in like manner;
From the tribe of Asher they were allotted cities and towns and pastureland near Mashal, Abdon,
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Study Notes — 1 Chronicles 6:74
Context — Territories for the Levites
74From the tribe of Asher they were given Mashal, Abdon,
75Hukok, and Rehob, together with their pasturelands. 76And from the tribe of Naphtali they were given Kedesh in Galilee, Hammon, and Kiriathaim, together with their pasturelands.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joshua 19:26 | Allammelech, Amad, and Mishal. On the west the border touched Carmel and Shihor-libnath, |
| 2 | Joshua 21:30 | From the tribe of Asher they were given Mishal, Abdon, |
1 Chronicles 6:74 Summary
This verse is talking about how the Israelites divided up the land among the different tribes, and how the tribe of Asher was given certain cities, including Mashal and Abdon. This shows that God was taking care of His people and providing for their needs, just as He promises to do for us in Psalms 23:1-6 and Matthew 6:25-34. It also reminds us that God is a God of order and provision, and that He has a plan for each of our lives, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 8:28. By trusting in God's plan, we can have confidence that He will provide for us, just as He did for the Israelites.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the tribe of Asher in the Bible?
The tribe of Asher is one of the twelve tribes of Israel, and in 1 Chronicles 6:74, they are given specific cities, including Mashal and Abdon, as part of their inheritance, as seen in the Book of Joshua 19:24-31 and Deuteronomy 33:24-25.
Why are cities and pasturelands being given to the Levites in this verse?
The Levites were the priestly tribe, and they did not receive a large tract of land like the other tribes, so they were given cities and pasturelands throughout the other tribes, as instructed in Numbers 35:1-8 and Joshua 21:1-45.
What can we learn from the way the Israelites divided the land?
The division of the land among the tribes of Israel shows God's provision and care for His people, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:7-10 and Psalms 37:3-7, and it also highlights the importance of following God's instructions, as seen in Deuteronomy 12:8-14.
How does this verse relate to the larger story of the Bible?
This verse is part of the larger story of God's covenant with the Israelites, as seen in Genesis 12:1-3, 15:1-21 and Exodus 19:1-25, and it points forward to the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises in Jesus Christ, as seen in Galatians 3:6-29 and Hebrews 11:8-16.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be a part of a community that is set apart for God's purposes, as the Levites were?
- How can I trust God to provide for my needs, just as He provided for the Levites in the wilderness?
- What are some ways that I can use my resources to support those who are serving God, just as the Israelites supported the Levites?
- How can I balance my desire for security and stability with my need to trust and obey God, even when the outcome is uncertain?