Deuteronomy 4:48
Deuteronomy 4:48 in Multiple Translations
extending from Aroer on the rim of the Arnon Valley as far as Mount Siyon (that is, Hermon),
From Aroer, which is by the bank of the river Arnon, even unto mount Sion, which is Hermon,
from Aroer, which is on the edge of the valley of the Arnon, even unto mount Sion (the same is Hermon),
From Aroer on the edge of the valley of the Arnon as far as Mount Sion, which is Hermon,
The territory went from the town of Aroer on the edge of the Arnon Valley all the way to Mount Sirion, otherwise known as Mount Hermon,
From Aroer, which is by the banke of the riuer Arnon, euen vnto mount Sion, which is Hermon,
from Aroer, which [is] by the edge of the brook Arnon, even unto mount Sion, which [is] Hermon —
from Aroer, which is on the edge of the valley of the Arnon, even to Mount Siyon (also called Hermon),
From Aroer, which is by the bank of the river Arnon, even to mount Sion, which is Hermon,
From Aroer, which is situate upon the bank of the torrent Amen, unto mount Sion, which is also called Hermon,
Their land extended from Aroer town in the south along the Arnon River, as far north as Sirion Mountain, which most people call Hermon Mountain.
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Deuteronomy 4:48 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מֵ/עֲרֹעֵ֞ר
אֲשֶׁ֨ר
עַל
שְׂפַת
נַ֧חַל
אַרְנֹ֛ן
וְ/עַד
הַ֥ר
שִׂיאֹ֖ן
ה֥וּא
חֶרְמֽוֹן
מֵ/עֲרֹעֵ֞ר
ʻĂrôwʻêr
H6177
Aroer
Prep | N-proper
אֲשֶׁ֨ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
שְׂפַת
sâphâh
H8193
lips
N-fs
נַ֧חַל
nachal
H5158
Brook
N-ms
אַרְנֹ֛ן
ʼArnôwn
H769
Arnon
N-proper
וְ/עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Conj | Prep
הַ֥ר
har
H2022
mountain
N-ms
שִׂיאֹ֖ן
Sîyʼôn
H7865
Sirion
N-proper
ה֥וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
חֶרְמֽוֹן
Chermôwn
H2768
Hermon
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Deuteronomy 4:48
מֵ/עֲרֹעֵ֞ר
ʻĂrôwʻêr
H6177
"Aroer"
Prep | N-proper
Aroer is a place name in the Bible, referring to three different locations in or near Palestine. The name means ruins, and it is mentioned in the book of Joshua. This place was significant in biblical times.
Definition: § Aroer = "ruins" a town in southern Judah
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: Aroer. See also: Numbers 32:34; Judges 11:26; Isaiah 17:2.
אֲשֶׁ֨ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
שְׂפַת
sâphâh
H8193
"lips"
N-fs
This word refers to lips or language, and can also mean the edge or border of something. It is used in the Bible to describe the shore of a sea or the edge of a cup.
Definition: : lips/mouth 1) lip, language, speech, shore, bank, brink, brim, side, edge, border, binding 1a) lip (as body part) 1b) language 1c) edge, shore, bank (of cup, sea, river, etc)
Usage: Occurs in 164 OT verses. KJV: band, bank, binding, border, brim, brink, edge, language, lip, prating, (sea-)shore, side, speech, talk, (vain) words. See also: Genesis 11:1; Psalms 120:2; Psalms 12:3.
נַ֧חַל
nachal
H5158
"Brook"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for a brook or stream, often referring to a small river or valley, is used in the Bible to describe natural landscapes, such as the Brook Kidron in 2 Samuel 15:23. It can also refer to a narrow valley or a shaft of a mine, emphasizing the idea of a flowing body of water.
Definition: palm-tree Another name of shi.chor (שִׁיחוֹר "Shihor" H7883G)
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: brook, flood, river, stream, valley. See also: Genesis 26:17; 1 Kings 18:5; Psalms 18:5.
אַרְנֹ֛ן
ʼArnôwn
H769
"Arnon"
N-proper
The Arnon is a river east of the Jordan, also referring to its surrounding territory. It forms the border between Moab and the Amorites in south Palestine.
Definition: § Arnon = "rushing stream" a river and surrounding valley in south Palestine, forms the border between Moab and the Amorites
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: Arnon. See also: Numbers 21:13; Deuteronomy 4:48; Isaiah 16:2.
וְ/עַד
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
הַ֥ר
har
H2022
"mountain"
N-ms
A mountain or hill, sometimes used to describe a spiritual high point. In the Bible, it can refer to a real mountain or a figurative one. The word is often translated as hill or mount.
Definition: : mount/hill hill, mountain, hill country, mount
Usage: Occurs in 486 OT verses. KJV: hill (country), mount(-ain), [idiom] promotion. See also: Genesis 7:19; Deuteronomy 3:12; Judges 18:13.
שִׂיאֹ֖ן
Sîyʼôn
H7865
"Sirion"
N-proper
Sion refers to the summit of Mount Hermon, meaning lofty. It is another name for Mount Hermon, mentioned in the Bible as a significant location. The name Sion is used in the KJV translation.
Definition: Sion = "lofty" another name for Mount Hermon Another name of cher.mon (חֶרְמוֹן "(Mount )Hermon" H2768)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Sion. See also: Deuteronomy 4:48.
ה֥וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
חֶרְמֽוֹן
Chermôwn
H2768
"Hermon"
N-proper
Hermon is a mountain on the northeastern border of Palestine, meaning a sanctuary. It overlooks the city of Dan and is a significant geographical feature in the Bible.
Definition: § Hermon = "a sanctuary" a mountain on the northeastern border of Palestine and Lebanon and overlooking the border city of Dan
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: Hermon. See also: Deuteronomy 3:8; Joshua 12:5; Psalms 89:13.
Study Notes — Deuteronomy 4:48
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- Context
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- Deuteronomy 4:48 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 4:48
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 4:48
- Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 4:48
- Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 4:48
- Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 4:48
- Sermons on Deuteronomy 4:48
Context — Introduction to the Law
46while they were in the valley across the Jordan facing Beth-peor in the land of Sihon king of the Amorites, who lived in Heshbon and was defeated by Moses and the Israelites after they had come out of Egypt.
47They took possession of the land belonging to Sihon and to Og king of Bashan—the two Amorite kings across the Jordan to the east—
48extending from Aroer on the rim of the Arnon Valley as far as Mount Siyon (that is, Hermon),
49including all the Arabah on the east side of the Jordan and as far as the Sea of the Arabah, below the slopes of Pisgah.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 3:9 | which the Sidonians call Sirion but the Amorites call Senir— |
| 2 | Deuteronomy 2:36 | From Aroer on the rim of the Arnon Valley, along with the city in the valley, even as far as Gilead, not one city had walls too high for us. The LORD our God gave us all of them. |
| 3 | Deuteronomy 3:12 | So at that time we took possession of this land. To the Reubenites and Gadites I gave the land beyond Aroer along the Arnon Valley, and half the hill country of Gilead, along with its cities. |
| 4 | Psalms 133:3 | It is like the dew of Hermon falling on the mountains of Zion. For there the LORD has bestowed the blessing of life forevermore. |
| 5 | Joshua 13:24–33 | This is what Moses had given to the clans of the tribe of Gad: The territory of Jazer, all the cities of Gilead, and half the land of the Ammonites as far as Aroer, near Rabbah; the territory from Heshbon to Ramath-mizpeh and Betonim, and from Mahanaim to the border of Debir; and in the valley, Beth-haram, Beth-nimrah, Succoth, and Zaphon, with the rest of the kingdom of Sihon king of Heshbon (the territory on the east side of the Jordan up to the edge of the Sea of Chinnereth ). This was the inheritance of the clans of the Gadites, including the cities and villages. This is what Moses had given to the clans of the half-tribe of Manasseh, that is, to half the tribe of the descendants of Manasseh: The territory from Mahanaim through all Bashan—all the kingdom of Og king of Bashan, including all the towns of Jair that are in Bashan, sixty cities; half of Gilead; and Ashtaroth and Edrei, the royal cities of Og in Bashan. All this was for the clans of the descendants of Machir son of Manasseh, that is, half of the descendants of Machir. These were the portions Moses had given them on the plains of Moab beyond the Jordan, east of Jericho. To the tribe of Levi, however, Moses had given no inheritance. The LORD, the God of Israel, is their inheritance, just as He had promised them. |
Deuteronomy 4:48 Summary
Deuteronomy 4:48 describes the boundaries of the Promised Land, which God gave to the Israelites, extending from Aroer to Mount Hermon. This verse reminds us that God is a God of details and promises, who cares about the specific needs and circumstances of His people, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11 and Psalm 37:23. Just as the Israelites trusted God to give them the land, we can trust Him to guide and provide for us, as promised in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Romans 8:28. By reflecting on this verse, we can deepen our understanding of God's faithfulness and love for us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the location Aroer in Deuteronomy 4:48?
Aroer is a city located on the rim of the Arnon Valley, which served as a boundary marker for the Israelites, as seen in Deuteronomy 4:48, and is also mentioned in Joshua 12:2 and Judges 11:26, highlighting its importance in the biblical geography.
Why is Mount Siyon also referred to as Hermon in Deuteronomy 4:48?
Mount Siyon and Hermon are used interchangeably in Deuteronomy 4:48, likely due to the mountain being known by different names to different groups of people, similar to how Jerusalem is also known as Salem in Genesis 14:18 and Psalm 76:2.
What is the Arabah mentioned in Deuteronomy 4:49, and how does it relate to Deuteronomy 4:48?
The Arabah is a desert region east of the Jordan River, and in Deuteronomy 4:49, it is mentioned as part of the land the Israelites took possession of, which is also bounded by the areas mentioned in Deuteronomy 4:48, from Aroer to Mount Hermon.
How does the description of the land in Deuteronomy 4:48 relate to God's promises to the Israelites?
The description of the land in Deuteronomy 4:48, extending from Aroer to Mount Hermon, is a fulfillment of God's promises to the Israelites, as seen in Genesis 12:7 and Exodus 23:31, where God promises to give them the land from the river of Egypt to the Euphrates River.
Reflection Questions
- As I reflect on the boundaries of the Promised Land, what are the spiritual boundaries that God has set for my life, and how can I stay within them?
- How does the mention of specific locations, such as Aroer and Mount Hermon, in Deuteronomy 4:48, remind me of God's attention to detail and care for His people?
- What can I learn from the Israelites' experience of taking possession of the land, as described in Deuteronomy 4:47-49, about trusting God's promises and provision in my own life?
- As I consider the geographical features mentioned in Deuteronomy 4:48, such as the Arnon Valley and Mount Hermon, how can I appreciate the beauty and diversity of God's creation?
Gill's Exposition on Deuteronomy 4:48
From Aroer, which is by the bank of the river Arnon,.... A city of Moab, which was situated on the bank of the river Arnon, that was on the border of Moab, Deuteronomy 2:36, even unto Mount Sion,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Deuteronomy 4:48
And they possessed his land, and the land of Og king of Bashan, two kings of the Amorites, which were on this side Jordan toward the sunrising; No JFB commentary on these verses.
Ellicott's Commentary on Deuteronomy 4:48
SECOND .(44-49) These words form an introduction to the second discourse, which occupies the larger portion of the book—from Deuteronomy 5:1 to the end of Deuteronomy 26. There is no real break between. The present introduction differs from what we find in Deuteronomy 1:1. There is no intimation that this portion of Deuteronomy was a repetition of what had been delivered between Sinai and Kadesh-barnea. What follows is said to have been spoken in the land of Sihon and Og, after the conquest by Israel. (46) On this side Jordan.—Literally, on the other side. The same expression in Deuteronomy 4:47 is defined by the addition, “toward the sun-rising.” The whole passage (Deuteronomy 4:44-49) may be editorial, and added by Joshua in Canaan. But there is no necessity for this view. (48) Mount Sion.—See Note on Deuteronomy 3:9.
Cambridge Bible on Deuteronomy 4:48
48. 49. from Aroer, etc.] These two vv. are a summary, with one addition, of what has been narrated in Deuteronomy 2:36, Deuteronomy 3:8; Deuteronomy 3:17, q.v. mount Sion] Still another name for Ḥ ?ermon (see Deuteronomy 3:9), confirmed by LXX. The Pesh. Sirion is probably derived from Deuteronomy 3:9. The Heb. Si’ôn (not to be confounded with the Jerusalem Ṣ ?iyyon, A.V. Zion) means elevation. eastward] ad orientem, P’s equivalent for D’s towards the sunrising. See Deuteronomy 4:41.
Whedon's Commentary on Deuteronomy 4:48
48. Mount Sion, which is Hermon — See note on Deuteronomy 3:9.
Sermons on Deuteronomy 4:48
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Unity That Brings Revival by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being absorbed in Christ and His Word. He believes that God cannot bless or bring revival to a church unless its members ar |
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Give Me This Mountain by Esther Sutera | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the story of Caleb and Joshua from the Bible. He highlights how the majority of the spies sent to survey the promised land were fearful and |
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Jacob's Last Words by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the significance of the rock in biblical stories. He starts by referencing the interpretation of Daniel's dream, where the rock symboli |
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Life Forevermore, Part 1 by Thaddeus Barnum | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the fallen state of humanity, as described in Genesis 3, where sin and death entered the world. However, the preacher also highlights God's |
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Christians United in Love by W.H. Griffith Thomas | W.H. Griffith Thomas emphasizes the importance of unity among Christians, highlighting the strength that comes from being joined together in love. He warns against the dangers of d |