Joshua 15:24
Joshua 15:24 in Multiple Translations
Ziph, Telem, Bealoth,
Ziph, and Telem, and Bealoth,
Ziph, and Telem, and Bealoth,
Ziph, and Telem, and Bealoth;
Ziph, Telem, Bealoth,
Ziph, and Telem, and Bealoth,
Ziph, and Telem, and Bealoth,
Ziph, Telem, Bealoth,
Ziph, and Telem, and Bealoth,
Ziph and Telem and Baloth,
Ziph, Telem, Bealoth,
Berean Amplified Bible — Joshua 15:24
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Joshua 15:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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זִ֥יף
וָ/טֶ֖לֶם
וּ/בְעָלֽוֹת
זִ֥יף
Zîyph
H2128
Ziph
N-proper
וָ/טֶ֖לֶם
Ṭelem
H2928
Telem
Conj | N-proper
וּ/בְעָלֽוֹת
Bᵉʻâlôwth
H1175
Bealoth
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 15:24
זִ֥יף
Zîyph
H2128
"Ziph"
N-proper
Ziph was a Judahite, son of Jehallelel, and brother of Ziphah and others. His name means battlement and he is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:16. There was also a city in Judah named Ziph.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.4.16; son of: Jehallelel (H3094); brother of: Ziphah (H2129), Tiria (H8493) and Asarel (H0840) § Ziph = "battlement" 1) a son of Jehaleleel, a descendant of Judah, and brother of Ziphah 2) a city in southern Judah, between Ithnan and Telem 3) a city of Judah, southeast of Hebron, between Carmel and Juttah in the highland district
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Ziph. See also: Joshua 15:24; 1 Samuel 23:24; 2 Chronicles 11:8.
וָ/טֶ֖לֶם
Ṭelem
H2928
"Telem"
Conj | N-proper
Telem was a man who lived during the time of the Exile and Return, and his name means oppression. He is mentioned in the book of Ezra as a gatekeeper. Telem also refers to a city in the south of Judah.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.24 § Telem = "oppression" 1) a gatekeeper among the returning exiles in the time of Ezra 2) one of the cities in the extreme south of Judah in the Negeb
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Telem. See also: Joshua 15:24; Ezra 10:24.
וּ/בְעָלֽוֹת
Bᵉʻâlôwth
H1175
"Bealoth"
Conj | N-proper
Bealoth means mistresses, a town in south Judah, also known as Baalath-beer in the Bible.
Definition: Baalath or Bealoth = "mistresses" a town in south Judah Another name of ba.a.lat be.er (בַּעֲלַת בְּאֵר "Baalath-beer" H1192)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Bealoth, in Aloth (by mistake for a plural from H5927 (עָלָה) with prepositional prefix). See also: Joshua 15:24; 1 Kings 4:16.
Study Notes — Joshua 15:24
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- Joshua 15:24 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Joshua 15:24
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 15:24
- Ellicott's Commentary on Joshua 15:24
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Joshua 15:24
- Cambridge Bible on Joshua 15:24
- Sermons on Joshua 15:24
Context — The Cities of Judah
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Samuel 23:14 | And David stayed in the wilderness strongholds and in the hill country of the Wilderness of Ziph. Day after day Saul searched for him, but God would not deliver David into his hand. |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 23:24 | So they set out and went to Ziph ahead of Saul. Now David and his men were in the Wilderness of Maon in the Arabah south of Jeshimon, |
| 3 | 1 Samuel 23:19 | Then the Ziphites came up to Saul at Gibeah and said, “Is not David hiding among us in the strongholds at Horesh, on the hill of Hachilah south of Jeshimon? |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 15:4 | So Saul summoned the troops and numbered them at Telaim—200,000 foot soldiers and 10,000 men of Judah. |
| 5 | Psalms 54:1 | Save me, O God, by Your name, and vindicate me by Your might! |
Joshua 15:24 Summary
Joshua 15:24 lists the cities of Ziph, Telem, and Bealoth, which were given to the tribe of Judah as part of their inheritance. This verse shows us that God is concerned with the details of our lives and provides for our needs, just as He did for the Israelites (Psalm 37:3-7). By trusting in God's sovereignty and provision, we can have confidence in His plan for our lives, just as the Israelites did when they received their inheritance (Joshua 1:3-4, Deuteronomy 1:8). As we reflect on this verse, we can ask God to help us trust in His goodness and provision, just as the psalmist did in Psalm 23:1-4.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the cities listed in Joshua 15:24?
The cities listed in Joshua 15:24, such as Ziph, Telem, and Bealoth, are part of the inheritance of the tribe of Judah, as outlined in the book of Joshua (Joshua 15:1-12). These cities were allocated to the tribe according to God's plan, as seen in Genesis 49:8-12, where Jacob prophesies about the tribe of Judah.
How does this verse relate to the overall narrative of the book of Joshua?
Joshua 15:24 is part of a larger section that describes the division of the land of Canaan among the tribes of Israel (Joshua 13-19). This verse specifically highlights the cities given to the tribe of Judah, demonstrating God's faithfulness to His promises, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:8 and Joshua 1:3-4.
What can we learn about God's character from this verse?
This verse reveals God's attention to detail and His care for His people, as He provides for their needs and allocates specific territories to each tribe (Joshua 15:1-12, Psalm 147:4). We can trust in God's sovereignty and provision, just as the Israelites did, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7.
How does the listing of these cities impact our understanding of the biblical concept of inheritance?
The listing of cities in Joshua 15:24 emphasizes the idea that our inheritance is not just spiritual, but also physical, and that God is concerned with the tangible aspects of our lives, as seen in Psalm 16:5-6 and Matthew 25:34. This concept is rooted in the idea that we are stewards of God's creation, as outlined in Genesis 1:28-30.
Reflection Questions
- What does the listing of these specific cities reveal about God's character and His relationship with the Israelites?
- How can I apply the concept of inheritance, as seen in this verse, to my own life and relationship with God?
- What does this verse teach us about the importance of trusting in God's sovereignty and provision?
- In what ways can I, like the tribe of Judah, trust in God's faithfulness to His promises and provision in my life?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 15:24
Ziph,.... Ziph was of the tribe of Judah in the south, on the borders of Eleutheropolis, as Jerom says (d) and was eight miles from Hebron to the east; and in his time a village was shown, where
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 15:24
Ziph, and Telem, and Bealoth, Ziph. Wilton rejects this from the lists as an interpolation, since there is apparently no equivalent for the name in the Septuagint, and on other grounds more or less satisfactory.
Ellicott's Commentary on Joshua 15:24
(21) And the uttermost cities.—The cities of the tribe of Judah are given under four heads: (a) towards Edom; (b) in the Shephêlah, or plain of the coast (Joshua 15:33, &c.); (c) in the mountains (Joshua 15:48); (d) in the wilderness (Joshua 15:61). Of those in Joshua 15:21-32, the first twenty-nine, Conder identifies only four—viz., Adadah, Joshua 15:22 (Ad’adah); Kerioth Hezron (some see a trace of Kerioth in the sobriquet of Judas Is-cariot, the man of Kerioth), Joshua 15:25 (Hudîreh); Beer-sheba, Joshua 15:28 (Bîr es-seb’a); and Ain Rimmon, Joshua 15:32 ( Umm er-Rumânûn). It is not easy to say precisely how the twenty-nine are to be obtained from the thirty-three, but evidently some of the Hazors are villages attached to the cities. (31) Ziklag.—It is noticeable that Ziklag became the property of the kings of Judah by the gift of Achish, who bestowed it on David (1 Samuel 27:6). not by the gift of Joshua to Judah. The partial character of the conquest and the division of unconquered territory to the tribes is thus illustrated.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Joshua 15:24
Verse 24. Ziph] There were two cities of this name in the tribe of Judah, that mentioned here, and another Joshua 15:55. One of these two is noted for the refuge of David when persecuted by Saul; and the attempts made by its inhabitants to deliver him into the hands of his persecutor. See 1 Samuel 23:14-24.
Cambridge Bible on Joshua 15:24
24. Ziph] (b) With this town commences a second group of five cities:— (1) Ziph, not identified; (2) Telem, not identified—not to be confounded with Telaim, where Saul collected and numbered his forces before his attack on Amalek (1 Samuel 15:4); (3) Bealoth = Bealoth-beer, on the road towards Hebron; (4) Hazor-hadattah = “New Hazor;” (5) Kerioth-Hezron, which is Hazor; the names are to be joined together, like Kirjath-arba and Kirjath-jearim.
Sermons on Joshua 15:24
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A Personal Promise by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of David from the book of 1 Samuel. David goes from being an unknown shepherd boy to a famous warrior and leader of the army. Howeve |
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(1 Samuel) Strengthening Your Hand in God by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the story of David in 1 Samuel 23 and his response to a difficult situation. David finds himself in a dark and challenging time, but instead |