Joshua 12:10
Joshua 12:10 in Multiple Translations
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;
The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;
The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;
The king of Jerusalem. The king of Hebron.
The King of Ierusalem, one: the King of Hebron, one:
The king of Jerusalem, one; The king of Hebron, one;
the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;
The king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;
The king of Jerusalem one, the king of Hebron one.
Jerusalem, Hebron,
Berean Amplified Bible — Joshua 12:10
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Joshua 12:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מֶ֤לֶךְ
יְרוּשָׁלִַ֨ם֙
אֶחָ֔ד
מֶ֥לֶךְ
חֶבְר֖וֹן
אֶחָֽד
מֶ֤לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
יְרוּשָׁלִַ֨ם֙
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
Jerusalem
N-proper
אֶחָ֔ד
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
מֶ֥לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
חֶבְר֖וֹן
Chebrôwn
H2275
Hebron (Valley)
N-proper
אֶחָֽד
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 12:10
מֶ֤לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
יְרוּשָׁלִַ֨ם֙
Yᵉrûwshâlaim
H3389
"Jerusalem"
N-proper
Jerusalem is the capital city of Palestine, also known as the city of peace. It was the chief city of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split.
Definition: § Jerusalem = "teaching of peace" the chief city of Palestine and capital of the united kingdom and the nation of Judah after the split
Usage: Occurs in 600 OT verses. KJV: Jerusalem. See also: Joshua 10:1; 2 Kings 22:14; 2 Chronicles 24:6.
אֶחָ֔ד
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
מֶ֥לֶךְ
melek
H4428
"King's"
N-ms
This word refers to a king or royal person, like King David or King Saul. It can also describe something related to a king, like the King's Valley in Genesis. The Bible often uses this word to talk about the rulers of Israel.
Definition: King's (Valley) (Gen.14.17)
Usage: Occurs in 1919 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Genesis 14:1; Joshua 10:39; 1 Samuel 16:1.
חֶבְר֖וֹן
Chebrôwn
H2275
"Hebron (Valley)"
N-proper
Hebron is a place in Palestine and also the name of two Israelites, one a descendant of Levi and the other of Caleb. It is first mentioned in the book of Genesis and is also referenced in 1 Chronicles.
Definition: Hebron = "association" Combined with e.meq (עֵ֫מֶק " Valley" H6010K)
Usage: Occurs in 66 OT verses. KJV: Hebron. See also: Genesis 13:18; 2 Samuel 3:19; 2 Chronicles 11:10.
אֶחָֽד
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
Study Notes — Joshua 12:10
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Context — The Kings Defeated West of the Jordan
8the hill country, the foothills, the Arabah, the slopes, the wilderness, and the Negev—the lands of the Hittites, Amorites, Canaanites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites):
9the king of Jericho, one; the king of Ai, which is near Bethel, one;
10the king of Jerusalem, one; the king of Hebron, one;
11the king of Jarmuth, one; the king of Lachish, one; 12the king of Eglon, one; the king of Gezer, one;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joshua 10:23 | So they brought the five kings out of the cave—the kings of Jerusalem, Hebron, Jarmuth, Lachish, and Eglon. |
| 2 | Joshua 10:36–37 | Then Joshua and all Israel with him went up from Eglon to Hebron and fought against it. They captured it and put to the sword its king, all its villages, and all the people. Joshua left no survivors, just as he had done at Eglon; he devoted to destruction Hebron and everyone in it. |
| 3 | Joshua 10:3 | Therefore Adoni-zedek king of Jerusalem sent word to Hoham king of Hebron, Piram king of Jarmuth, Japhia king of Lachish, and Debir king of Eglon, saying, |
Joshua 12:10 Summary
This verse tells us about two kings, one from Jerusalem and one from Hebron, who were defeated by Joshua. These cities were important places in the biblical story, and their defeat shows us how God kept His promises to the Israelites, just like He promised in Exodus 23:31. We can learn from Joshua's example to trust God and follow His commands, even when it's hard, as seen in Joshua 1:9. By doing so, we can experience God's power and faithfulness in our own lives, just like the Israelites did.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Joshua 12:10 mention the king of Jerusalem and the king of Hebron separately?
This is because they were two distinct cities with their own rulers, as seen in the list of kings defeated by Joshua, similar to the list of kings in Deuteronomy 20:16-18, where God instructed the Israelites to destroy the inhabitants of the cities they conquered.
What was the significance of Jerusalem and Hebron in the biblical context?
Both cities held significant importance in the biblical narrative, with Jerusalem being the future capital of Israel and Hebron being the city where Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob were buried, as mentioned in Genesis 23:2 and Genesis 49:30-32.
How does this verse relate to the broader narrative of Joshua's conquest?
This verse is part of a larger list of kings defeated by Joshua, highlighting God's faithfulness to His people and His promise to give them the land, as seen in Joshua 1:3 and Exodus 23:31.
What can we learn from the fact that these kings were defeated by Joshua?
We can learn about God's power and faithfulness to His people, as well as the importance of trusting in Him, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7 and Proverbs 3:5-6.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's plan for the nation of Israel and its relationship with the surrounding cities?
- How does the mention of these specific cities and kings impact our understanding of the biblical narrative?
- What can we learn from the example of Joshua's faithfulness to God's commands, as seen in this verse and the surrounding context?
- In what ways can we apply the principles of trust and obedience seen in Joshua's life to our own lives and circumstances?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 12:10
The king of Jerusalem, one,.... Whose name was Adonizedek, and was one of the five kings taken and hanged, Joshua 10:1; the king of Hebron, one; another of the five kings, whose name was Hoham, Joshua 10:3.
Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 12:10
7-13. For Baal-gad and Halak see Joshua 11:17. For the Canaanitish tribes see Joshua 3:10. Jericho — See Joshua 2:1. Ai and Bethel — See Joshua 7:2. Jerusalem — See Joshua 10:1.