Joshua 15:50
Joshua 15:50 in Multiple Translations
Anab, Eshtemoh, Anim,
And Anab, and Eshtemoh, and Anim,
and Anab, and Eshtemoh, and Anim,
And Anab, and Eshtemoh, and Anim;
Anab, Eshtemoh, Anim,
And Anab, and Ashtemoth, and Anim,
and Anab, and Eshtemoh, and Anim,
Anab, Eshtemoh, Anim,
And Anab, and Eshtemoh, and Anim,
Anab and Istemo and Anim,
Anab, Eshtemoh, Anim,
Berean Amplified Bible — Joshua 15:50
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Joshua 15:50 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/עֲנָ֥ב
וְ/אֶשְׁתְּמֹ֖ה
וְ/עָנִֽים
וַ/עֲנָ֥ב
ʻĂnâb
H6024
Anab
Conj | N-proper
וְ/אֶשְׁתְּמֹ֖ה
ʼEshtᵉmôaʻ
H851
Eshtemoa
Conj | N-proper
וְ/עָנִֽים
ʻÂnîym
H6044
Anim
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 15:50
וַ/עֲנָ֥ב
ʻĂnâb
H6024
"Anab"
Conj | N-proper
Anab, meaning fruit, was a city in southern Judah, located 18 miles southwest of Hebron. It is mentioned in the Bible as a place in Palestine.
Definition: § Anab = "fruit" a city in the mountains of southern Judah, 18 miles southwest of Hebron
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Anab. See also: Joshua 11:21; Joshua 15:50.
וְ/אֶשְׁתְּמֹ֖ה
ʼEshtᵉmôaʻ
H851
"Eshtemoa"
Conj | N-proper
Eshtemoa was a city in Judah, given to the Levites. Its name means I will make myself heard, and it was an important place in ancient Israel.
Definition: § Eshtemoa = "I will make myself heard" Eshtemoh = "I shall cause my own ruin: fire of astonishment: I shall soar aloft" a Levitical city in Judah
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Eshtemoa, Eshtemoh. See also: Joshua 15:50; 1 Chronicles 4:17; 1 Chronicles 6:42.
וְ/עָנִֽים
ʻÂnîym
H6044
"Anim"
Conj | N-proper
Anim was a town in southern Judah, known for its fountains, and is mentioned in the Bible as part of the region's geography and history.
Definition: § Anim = "fountains" a town in the mountains of southern Judah
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Anim. See also: Joshua 15:50.
Study Notes — Joshua 15:50
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Context — The Cities of Judah
Joshua 15:50 Summary
Joshua 15:50 lists the cities of Anab, Eshtemoh, and Anim, which were part of the inheritance of the tribe of Judah. These cities remind us of God's faithfulness and promise-keeping, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:9 and Psalm 105:8. Just as God provided for the Israelites, He also provides for us today, and we can trust in His goodness and care, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11 and Matthew 6:33. By reflecting on these cities, we can deepen our understanding of God's character and His love for us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the cities listed in Joshua 15:50?
The cities listed in Joshua 15:50, such as Anab, Eshtemoh, and Anim, are part of the inheritance of the tribe of Judah, as outlined in the Book of Joshua, and are a fulfillment of God's promise to the Israelites, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:8 and Exodus 6:4.
Why are the names of these cities important?
The names of these cities are important because they serve as a reminder of God's faithfulness to the Israelites and the fulfillment of His promises, as seen in Joshua 21:43-45 and 1 Kings 8:56.
What can we learn from the geography of these cities?
The geography of these cities, located in the hill country, teaches us about the diversity of the land God provided for the Israelites, as described in Deuteronomy 8:7-10 and Psalm 104:24.
How does this verse relate to the overall narrative of the Book of Joshua?
This verse is part of the detailed account of the division of the land among the tribes of Israel, as commanded by God in Numbers 26:52-56 and fulfilled in Joshua 13-21.
Reflection Questions
- What does the listing of these cities reveal about God's attention to detail and care for His people?
- How can I apply the concept of God's faithfulness, as seen in the fulfillment of His promises to the Israelites, to my own life and circumstances?
- What role do I think the cities of Anab, Eshtemoh, and Anim played in the history of the Israelites, and what can I learn from their experiences?
- In what ways can I trust God to fulfill His promises in my life, just as He did for the Israelites in the Book of Joshua?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 15:50
And Anab,.... Of Anab, [See comments on Joshua 11:21]; and Eshtemoh Jerom calls (h) Astemech, a village in the tribe of Judah, and belongs to the Jews in Daroma, and is to the north of a place called
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 15:50
And Anab, and Eshtemoh, and Anim, Anab , [ `Anaab (H6024), grapetown; Septuagint, Anoon] - the Anab of the present day (Robinson's 'Biblical Researches,' 2:, pp. 194, 195).
Ellicott's Commentary on Joshua 15:50
(48-51) Nine of these eleven are identified.
Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 15:50
50. Anab is still existing northwest of Socoh, without change of name. Eshtemoh is probably the modern Semua, “a considerable village, with remains of a wall, built of stones more than ten feet in length.” — Robinson.