Deuteronomy 33:24
Deuteronomy 33:24 in Multiple Translations
And concerning Asher he said: “May Asher be the most blessed of sons; may he be the most favored among his brothers and dip his foot in oil.
¶ And of Asher he said, Let Asher be blessed with children; let him be acceptable to his brethren, and let him dip his foot in oil.
And of Asher he said, Blessed be Asher with children; Let him be acceptable unto his brethren, And let him dip his foot in oil.
And of Asher he said, Let Asher have the blessing of children; may he be pleasing to his brothers, and let his foot be wet with oil.
To Asher he said: “May Asher be blessed more than all the other sons; may he be favored above his brothers and bathe his feet in olive oil.
And of Asher he saide, Asher shalbe blessed with children: he shalbe acceptable vnto his brethren, and shall dippe his foote in oyle.
And of Asher he said: — Blessed with sons [is] Asher, Let him be accepted by his brethren, And dipping in oil his foot.
About Asher he said, “Asher is blessed with children. Let him be acceptable to his brothers. Let him dip his foot in oil.
And of Asher he said, Let Asher be blessed with children; let him be acceptable to his brethren, and let him dip his foot in oil.
To Aser also he said: Let Aser be blessed with children, let him be acceptable to his brethren, and let him dip his foot in oil.
“ say this about the tribe of Asher: May Yahweh bless the descendants of Asher more than he will bless the other tribes. May he favor Asher’s descendants most of all. I desire/hope that their land will be filled with olive trees that will produce a lot of [IDM] olives to make olive oil.
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Deuteronomy 33:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/לְ/אָשֵׁ֣ר
אָמַ֔ר
בָּר֥וּךְ
מִ/בָּנִ֖ים
אָשֵׁ֑ר
יְהִ֤י
רְצוּי֙
אֶחָ֔י/ו
וְ/טֹבֵ֥ל
בַּ/שֶּׁ֖מֶן
רַגְלֽ/וֹ
וּ/לְ/אָשֵׁ֣ר
ʼÂshêr
H836
Asher
Conj | Prep | N-proper
אָמַ֔ר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
בָּר֥וּךְ
bârak
H1288
to bless
V-Qal-Inf-c
מִ/בָּנִ֖ים
bên
H1121
son
Prep | N-mp
אָשֵׁ֑ר
ʼÂshêr
H836
Asher
N-proper
יְהִ֤י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
רְצוּי֙
râtsâh
H7521
to accept
V-Qal-Inf-c
אֶחָ֔י/ו
ʼâch
H251
brother
N-mp | Suff
וְ/טֹבֵ֥ל
ṭâbal
H2881
to dip
Conj | V-Qal
בַּ/שֶּׁ֖מֶן
shemen
H8081
oil
Prep | N-ms
רַגְלֽ/וֹ
regel
H7272
foot
N-fs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 33:24
וּ/לְ/אָשֵׁ֣ר
ʼÂshêr
H836
"Asher"
Conj | Prep | N-proper
Asher was the eighth son of Jacob and one of the twelve tribes of Israel, mentioned in Genesis 30:13. The tribe of Asher was known for its happy and blessed people. Asher is also the name of a region in Palestine.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.30.13; son of: Israel (H3478) and Zilpah (H2153); brother of: Gad (H1410); half-brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Imnah (H3232), Ishvah (H3438), Ishvi (H3440), Beriah (H1283) and Serah (H8294); also translated "pine" or "cypress wood" at Ezk.27.6(?); Ashurite at 2Sa.2.9(?); § Asher = "happy" 1) son of Jacob and Zilpah 2) the tribe descended from Asher 3) a city east of Shechem in Manasseh
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: Asher See also: Genesis 30:13; Joshua 17:11; Ezekiel 48:34.
אָמַ֔ר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
בָּר֥וּךְ
bârak
H1288
"to bless"
V-Qal-Inf-c
To bless means to praise or honor God, often by kneeling in worship. In the Bible, people bless God and God blesses people, showing favor and care for them, as seen in the story of Abraham and his descendants.
Definition: 1) to bless, kneel 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to kneel 1a2) to bless 1b) (Niphal) to be blessed, bless oneself 1c) (Piel) to bless 1d) (Pual) to be blessed, be adored 1e) (Hiphil) to cause to kneel 1f) (Hithpael) to bless oneself 2) (TWOT) to praise, salute, curse Aramaic equivalent: be.rakh (בְּרַךְ "to bless" H1289)
Usage: Occurs in 289 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abundantly, [idiom] altogether, [idiom] at all, blaspheme, bless, congratulate, curse, [idiom] greatly, [idiom] indeed, kneel (down), praise, salute, [idiom] still, thank. See also: Genesis 1:22; Deuteronomy 24:19; Job 2:9.
מִ/בָּנִ֖ים
bên
H1121
"son"
Prep | N-mp
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.
אָשֵׁ֑ר
ʼÂshêr
H836
"Asher"
N-proper
Asher was the eighth son of Jacob and one of the twelve tribes of Israel, mentioned in Genesis 30:13. The tribe of Asher was known for its happy and blessed people. Asher is also the name of a region in Palestine.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.30.13; son of: Israel (H3478) and Zilpah (H2153); brother of: Gad (H1410); half-brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Imnah (H3232), Ishvah (H3438), Ishvi (H3440), Beriah (H1283) and Serah (H8294); also translated "pine" or "cypress wood" at Ezk.27.6(?); Ashurite at 2Sa.2.9(?); § Asher = "happy" 1) son of Jacob and Zilpah 2) the tribe descended from Asher 3) a city east of Shechem in Manasseh
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: Asher See also: Genesis 30:13; Joshua 17:11; Ezekiel 48:34.
יְהִ֤י
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
רְצוּי֙
râtsâh
H7521
"to accept"
V-Qal-Inf-c
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to accept or be pleased with something, like God accepting our prayers. It appears in Psalms and Proverbs, showing God's favor towards us. This word is about being satisfied or delighted.
Definition: 1) to be pleased with, be favourable to, accept favourably 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be pleased with, be favourable to 1a2) to accept 1a3) to be pleased, be determined 1a4) to make acceptable, satisfy 1a5) to please 1b) (Niphal) to be accepted, be pleased with 1c) (Piel) to seek favour of 1d) (Hiphil) to please, pay off 1e) (Hithpael) to make oneself acceptable or pleasing
Usage: Occurs in 55 OT verses. KJV: (be) accept(-able), accomplish, set affection, approve, consent with, delight (self), enjoy, (be, have a) favour(-able), like, observe, pardon, (be, have, take) please(-ure), reconcile self. See also: Genesis 33:10; Psalms 50:18; Psalms 40:14.
אֶחָ֔י/ו
ʼâch
H251
"brother"
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.
וְ/טֹבֵ֥ל
ṭâbal
H2881
"to dip"
Conj | V-Qal
This Hebrew word means to dip or immerse something in a liquid, like water or oil. It is used in the Bible to describe various actions, such as dipping food or plunging into water.
Definition: 1) to dip, dip into, plunge 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to dip in or into 1a2) to dip oneself 1b) (Niphal) to be dipped
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: dip, plunge. See also: Genesis 37:31; Numbers 19:18; Job 9:31.
בַּ/שֶּׁ֖מֶן
shemen
H8081
"oil"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for oil, often referring to olive oil, which was highly valued in ancient times. It symbolizes richness, anointing, and healing, and is used in various biblical contexts, including rituals and medicinal practices.
Definition: 1) fat, oil 1a) fat, fatness 1b) oil, olive oil 1b1) as staple, medicament or unguent 1b2) for anointing 1c) fat (of fruitful land, valleys) (metaph)
Usage: Occurs in 176 OT verses. KJV: anointing, [idiom] fat (things), [idiom] fruitful, oil(-ed), ointment, olive, [phrase] pine. See also: Genesis 28:18; Deuteronomy 8:8; Psalms 23:5.
רַגְלֽ/וֹ
regel
H7272
"foot"
N-fs | Suff
This word also means a foot, like when God says he will tread on the wicked in Malachi 4:3. It's used to describe human and animal feet, as well as the base of objects like tables or idols.
Definition: 1) foot 1a) foot, leg 1b) of God (anthropomorphic) 1c) of seraphim, cherubim, idols, animals, table 1d) according to the pace of (with prep) 1e) three times (feet, paces) Aramaic equivalent: re.gal (רְגַל "foot" H7271)
Usage: Occurs in 232 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] be able to endure, [idiom] according as, [idiom] after, [idiom] coming, [idiom] follow, (broken-)foot(-ed, -stool), [idiom] great toe, [idiom] haunt, [idiom] journey, leg, [phrase] piss, [phrase] possession, time. See also: Genesis 8:9; 2 Samuel 22:39; Psalms 8:7.
Study Notes — Deuteronomy 33:24
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- Deuteronomy 33:24 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 33:24
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 33:24
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:24
- Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:24
- Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:24
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:24
- Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 33:24
- Barnes' Notes on Deuteronomy 33:24
- Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:24
- Sermons on Deuteronomy 33:24
Context — Moses Blesses the Twelve Tribes
22Concerning Dan he said: “Dan is a lion’s cub, leaping out of Bashan.”
23Concerning Naphtali he said: “Naphtali is abounding with favor, full of the blessing of the LORD; he shall take possession of the sea and the south.”
24And concerning Asher he said: “May Asher be the most blessed of sons; may he be the most favored among his brothers and dip his foot in oil.
25May the bolts of your gate be iron and bronze, and may your strength match your days.” 26“There is none like the God of Jeshurun, who rides the heavens to your aid, and the clouds in His majesty.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 49:20 | Asher’s food will be rich; he shall provide royal delicacies. |
| 2 | Job 29:6 | when my steps were bathed in cream and the rock poured out for me streams of oil! |
| 3 | Romans 14:18 | For whoever serves Christ in this way is pleasing to God and approved by men. |
| 4 | Proverbs 3:3–4 | Never let loving devotion or faithfulness leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will find favor and high regard in the sight of God and man. |
| 5 | Psalms 128:6 | that you may see your children’s children. Peace be upon Israel! |
| 6 | Acts 7:10 | and rescued him from all his troubles. He granted Joseph favor and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt, who appointed him ruler over Egypt and all his household. |
| 7 | Psalms 128:3 | Your wife will be like a fruitful vine flourishing within your house, your sons like olive shoots sitting around your table. |
| 8 | Exodus 12:10 | Do not leave any of it until morning; before the morning you must burn up any part that is left over. |
| 9 | Psalms 115:15 | May you be blessed by the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. |
| 10 | Romans 15:31 | Pray that I may be delivered from the unbelievers in Judea, and that my service in Jerusalem may be acceptable to the saints there, |
Deuteronomy 33:24 Summary
This verse is a blessing for the tribe of Asher, promising that they will be highly favored and experience abundance and prosperity. It's like God is saying, 'I want to give you the best, and make you feel loved and special.' This is similar to what we see in Psalm 23:1-6, where God is described as a shepherd who guides and provides for His people. Just like Asher, we can trust that God wants to bless us and give us good things, if we follow Him and obey His commands, as seen in Matthew 6:33, where Jesus teaches us to seek first God's kingdom and His righteousness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for Asher to be the most blessed of sons?
This means that Asher will experience a high level of God's blessing and favor, similar to what is described in Deuteronomy 28:1-14, where God promises to bless those who obey Him.
Why is dipping his foot in oil significant?
Dipping his foot in oil is a symbol of abundance and prosperity, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:7-10, where God promises to bring the Israelites into a land filled with olive oil and other riches.
How does this blessing relate to Asher's position among his brothers?
The blessing of Asher is not just about individual prosperity, but also about his position among his brothers, highlighting the importance of family and community, as seen in Psalm 133:1, where it is written that brothers dwelling together in unity is a good and pleasant thing.
Is this blessing only for the tribe of Asher or can it apply to others?
While this specific blessing is for the tribe of Asher, the principles of God's blessing and favor can apply to anyone who follows Him, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11, where God promises to prosper those who trust in Him.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can experience God's blessing and favor in my life, just like Asher?
- How can I cultivate a sense of community and family, like the brothers mentioned in this verse?
- What are some symbols of abundance and prosperity in my life, and how can I use them to remind myself of God's goodness?
- In what ways can I trust in God's promise to prosper me, like He did for the Israelites in the Promised Land?
Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 33:24
And of Asher he said,.... The tribe of Asher, as the Targums of Jonathan and Jerusalem: [let] Asher [be] blessed with children; with large numbers, as it appears this tribe was, having in it 53,400 men of war, Numbers 26:47.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 33:24
And of Asher he said, Let Asher be blessed with children; let him be acceptable to his brethren, and let him dip his foot in oil. Of Asher he said, Let Asher be blessed.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:24
He shall have numerous, and those strong, and healthful, and comely, children. Or, shall be blessed or praised of or above the sons, i.e. the other sons of Israel, or his brethren, as it here follows, i.e. his portion shall fall in an excellent part, where he may have the benefits both of his own fat soil, and of the sea, by his neighbours Tyrus and Sidon. Acceptable to his brethren; by his sweet disposition and winning carriage, and communication of his excellent commodities to his brethren, he shall gain their affections. Let him dip his foot in oil; he shall have such plenty of oil, that he may not only wash his face, but his feet also, in it. Or, the fatness and fertility of his country may be expressed by oil, as . And so it agrees with Jacob’ s blessing of him, .
Trapp's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:24
Deuteronomy 33:24 And of Asher he said, [Let] Asher [be] blessed with children; let him be acceptable to his brethren, and let him dip his foot in oil.Ver. 24. Let Asher be blessed with children.] Let his wife be as the vine, and his children as olive plants, two of the best fruits; the one for cheering the heart, the other for clearing the face; the one for sweetness, the other for fatness. Let him dip his foot in oil.] Like that of Job. Compare Genesis 49:20.
Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:24
(24) Let Asher be blessed with children.—It can be translated “more blessed than all sons.” Rashi quotes an old saying, “You will not find among all the tribes one so blest with children as Asher, and I cannot say why.” Let him be acceptable to his brethren, and . . . dip his foot in oil.—The fertility of Asher’s inheritance is probably alluded to. There is no tribe of which so little is recorded in history. The happiest lives are sometimes the least eventful.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:24
Verse 24. Let Asher be blessed with children] Let him have a numerous posterity, continually increasing. Let him be acceptable to his brethren] May he be in perfect union and harmony with the other tribes. Let him dip his foot in oil.] Let him have a fertile soil, and an abundance of all the conveniences and comforts of life.
Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 33:24
24And of Asher he said: Blessed above sons be Ashér, Be the favoured of his brethren, And be dipping his foot in oil. 25Iron and brass be thy bars, And thy strength as thy days. Asher lay W. of Naphtali on the same range and enjoyed similar fertility, cp. Genesis 49:20 : ‘I know not if there be in all antiquity a more finished picture’ (Geddes). 24. Blessed above sons be Asher] As in R.V. marg., cp. Judges 5:24. in oil] All the Galilean highlands were famous for their olives. ‘It is easier to raise a legion of olives in Galilee than to bring up a child in Palestine’ (Bereshith Rabba, 20).
Barnes' Notes on Deuteronomy 33:24
Rather, “Blessed above the sons” (i. e. of Jacob-most blessed among the sons of Jacob) “be Asher; let him he the favored one of his brethren,” i. e., the one favored of God.
Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 33:24
24. Let Asher be blessed with children — Better, Let Asher be most blessed among the sons. Let him have the prominence in blessing above all the other sons of Jacob.
Sermons on Deuteronomy 33:24
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Singleness of Heart by Mary Wilder Tileston | Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about true fidelity to God, emphasizing the importance of obeying God in all things, following His guidance and grace, and having the intention to ple |
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Epistle 353 by George Fox | George Fox preaches about the importance of seeking the kingdom of God first and the righteousness of His kingdom, emphasizing the need to be heavenly-minded and to believe in the |
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(Proverbs) ch.1 & 2 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of wisdom and understanding in guarding and guiding young people. He highlights three areas of concern: obedience to parents, |
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(Saved Through the Fire) 14 - the Escaped Remnant by Milton Green | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of holding fast to the word of God and keeping His commandments to avoid destruction. He encourages the listeners to acquire |
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A History of the Life and Actions of the Very Reverend Dr. Martin Luther - Part 1 by Philip Melancthon | Philip Melancthon recounts the life and actions of the very reverend Dr. Martin Luther, highlighting his upbringing, education, entry into monastic life, and his pivotal role in th |
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Homily 24 on Ephesians by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches on the spiritual armor described in Ephesians 6:14-17, emphasizing the importance of being equipped with truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, |
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On Pleasing All Men by John Wesley | John Wesley emphasizes the Christian duty to please our neighbors for their good and edification, as stated in Romans 15:2. He acknowledges that while it is impossible to please ev |