Joshua 12:13
Joshua 12:13 in Multiple Translations
the king of Debir, one; the king of Geder, one;
The king of Debir, one; the king of Geder, one;
the king of Debir, one; the king of Geder, one;
The king of Debir, one; the king of Geder, one;
The king of Debir. The king of Geder.
The King of Debir, one: the King of Geder, one:
The king of Debir, one; The king of Geder, one;
the king of Debir, one; the king of Geder, one;
The king of Debir, one; the king of Geder, one;
The king of Dabir one, the king of Gader one,
Debir, Geder,
Berean Amplified Bible — Joshua 12:13
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Joshua 12:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מֶ֤לֶךְ
דְּבִר֙
אֶחָ֔ד
מֶ֥לֶךְ
גֶּ֖דֶר
אֶחָֽד
מֶ֤לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
דְּבִר֙
Dᵉbîyr
H1688
Debir
N-proper
אֶחָ֔ד
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
מֶ֥לֶךְ
melek
H4428
King's
N-ms
גֶּ֖דֶר
Geder
H1445
Geder
N-proper
אֶחָֽד
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 12:13
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.
דְּבִר֙
Dᵉbîyr
H1688
"Debir"
N-proper
Debir was an Amoritish king and the name of two places in Palestine, one of which was a town in the territory of Manasseh. It is mentioned in the book of Joshua as a location conquered by the Israelites.
Definition: A man living before Israel's Monarchy, only mentioned at Jos.10.3 § Lo-debar = "not a pasture" a town in Manasseh in Gilead east of the Jordan
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: Debir. See also: Joshua 10:3; Joshua 15:7; 1 Chronicles 6:43.
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.
גֶּ֖דֶר
Geder
H1445
"Geder"
N-proper
Geder was a town in ancient Palestine that was captured by the Israelites during the time of Joshua. The name Geder means 'wall' and it is mentioned in the book of Joshua as one of the Canaanite towns conquered by the Israelites.
Definition: Geder = "wall" one of the Canaanite towns captured in the Promised Land by Joshua and the Israelites Another name of ge.dor (גְּדוֹר "Gedor" H1446G)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Geder. See also: Joshua 12:13.
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 12:13
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Context — The Kings Defeated West of the Jordan
11the king of Jarmuth, one; the king of Lachish, one;
12the king of Eglon, one; the king of Gezer, one;
13the king of Debir, one; the king of Geder, one;
14the king of Hormah, one; the king of Arad, one; 15the king of Libnah, one; the king of Adullam, one;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joshua 10:38 | Finally Joshua and all Israel with him turned toward Debir and fought against it. |
| 2 | 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, |
| 3 | Joshua 15:36 | Shaaraim, Adithaim, and Gederah (or Gederothaim)—fourteen cities, along with their villages. |
Joshua 12:13 Summary
Joshua 12:13 tells us about two more kings that the Israelites defeated, the king of Debir and the king of Geder. This shows us that God was with the Israelites and helped them win many battles, just like He promised in Deuteronomy 1:7-8. It also reminds us that God is powerful and can help us overcome any challenge, as seen in Psalm 138:8. By trusting in God's power and guidance, we can have confidence and peace, just like the Israelites did when they conquered the Promised Land.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the king of Debir and the king of Geder being mentioned in Joshua 12:13?
The mention of these kings in Joshua 12:13 highlights the extent of God's power and the fulfillment of His promise to the Israelites, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:7-8 and Joshua 11:16-23.
Why are the kings listed as 'one' in Joshua 12:13?
The listing of the kings as 'one' emphasizes that each king was a separate entity, yet they were all conquered by the Israelites under God's guidance, demonstrating the unity and completeness of God's plan, as stated in Ephesians 1:10.
What can we learn from the inclusion of the king of Geder in Joshua 12:13?
The inclusion of the king of Geder in the list of conquered kings reminds us that God's power and sovereignty extend to all areas, even those that may seem insignificant, as expressed in Psalm 138:8 and Matthew 10:29-31.
How does Joshua 12:13 relate to the overall narrative of the book of Joshua?
Joshua 12:13 is part of a larger list of conquered kings, showcasing God's faithfulness to the Israelites and setting the stage for the distribution of the land, as seen in Joshua 13-22, and ultimately, the establishment of God's people in the Promised Land, as promised in Genesis 12:7 and Exodus 6:4.
Reflection Questions
- What does the conquest of the king of Debir and the king of Geder reveal about God's character and power?
- How can I apply the principle of God's sovereignty, as seen in Joshua 12:13, to my own life and circumstances?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's power and guidance, just as the Israelites did in their conquest of Canaan?
- In what ways can I reflect on the faithfulness of God, as demonstrated in Joshua 12:13, to encourage and strengthen my own faith?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 12:13
The king of Debir, one,.... The same with Kirjathsepher, of which place, [See comments on Joshua 10:38]; the king of Geder, one: Jerom (h) seems to confound this with the tower of Eder, beyond which
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Joshua 12:13
Verse 13. The king of Geder] Probably the same with Gedor, Joshua 15:58; it was situated in the tribe of Judah.
Cambridge Bible on Joshua 12:13
13. the king of Debir] See Joshua 10:39. the king of Geder] Somewhere in the lowland of Judah. Possibly the same place as the Gedor mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:39.
Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 12:13
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.