Joshua 16:1
Joshua 16:1 in Multiple Translations
The allotment for the descendants of Joseph extended from the Jordan at Jericho to the waters of Jericho on the east, through the wilderness that goes up from Jericho into the hill country of Bethel.
And the lot of the children of Joseph fell from Jordan by Jericho, unto the water of Jericho on the east, to the wilderness that goeth up from Jericho throughout mount Beth-el,
And the lot came out for the children of Joseph from the Jordan at Jericho, at the waters of Jericho on the east, even the wilderness, going up from Jericho through the hill-country to Beth-el;
And the limit of the land marked out for the children of Joseph went out from Jordan at Jericho, at the waters of Jericho on the east, in the waste land, going up from Jericho through the hill-country to Beth-el;
The boundary for the allocation of the descendants of Joseph went from the Jordan near Jericho, then east of the springs of Jericho and through the wilderness from Jericho up into the hill country of Bethel.
And the lot fell to the children of Ioseph from Iorden by Iericho vnto the water of Iericho Eastward, and to the wildernes that goeth vp from Iericho by the mount Beth-el:
And the lot for the sons of Joseph goeth out from Jordan [by] Jericho, to the waters of Jericho on the east, to the wilderness going up from Jericho in the hill-country of Beth-El,
The lot came out for the children of Joseph from the Jordan at Jericho, at the waters of Jericho on the east, even the wilderness, going up from Jericho through the hill country to Bethel.
And the lot of the children of Joseph fell from Jordan by Jericho, to the water of Jericho on the east, to the wilderness that goeth up from Jericho throughout mount Beth-el,
And the lot of the sons of Joseph fell from the Jordan over against Jericho and the waters thereof, on the east: the wilderness which goeth up from Jericho to the mountain of Bethel:
The land that was allotted to the two tribes of Ephraim and Manasseh that were descended from Joseph started at the Jordan River, east of the springs at Jericho.
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Joshua 16:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֵּצֵ֨א
הַ/גּוֹרָ֜ל
לִ/בְנֵ֤י
יוֹסֵף֙
מִ/יַּרְדֵּ֣ן
יְרִיח֔וֹ
לְ/מֵ֥י
יְרִיח֖וֹ
מִזְרָ֑חָ/ה
הַ/מִּדְבָּ֗ר
עֹלֶ֧ה
מִ/ירִיח֛וֹ
בָּ/הָ֖ר
בֵּֽית
אֵֽל
וַ/יֵּצֵ֨א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
to come out
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
הַ/גּוֹרָ֜ל
gôwrâl
H1486
allotted
Art | N-ms
לִ/בְנֵ֤י
bên
H1121
son
Prep | N-mp
יוֹסֵף֙
Yôwçêph
H3130
Joseph
N-proper
מִ/יַּרְדֵּ֣ן
Yardên
H3383
Jordan
Prep | N-proper
יְרִיח֔וֹ
Yᵉrîychôw
H3405
Jericho
N-proper
לְ/מֵ֥י
mayim
H4325
Water (Gate)
Prep | N-mp
יְרִיח֖וֹ
Yᵉrîychôw
H3405
Jericho
N-proper
מִזְרָ֑חָ/ה
mizrâch
H4217
east
N-ms | Suff
הַ/מִּדְבָּ֗ר
midbâr
H4057
mouth
Art | N-ms
עֹלֶ֧ה
ʻâlâh
H5927
to ascend
V-Qal
מִ/ירִיח֛וֹ
Yᵉrîychôw
H3405
Jericho
Prep | N-proper
בָּ/הָ֖ר
har
H2022
mountain
Prep | N-ms
בֵּֽית
Bêyth-ʼÊl
H1008
Bethel
N-proper
אֵֽל
Bêyth-ʼÊl
H1008
Bethel
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 16:1
וַ/יֵּצֵ֨א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
"to come out"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth
Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.
הַ/גּוֹרָ֜ל
gôwrâl
H1486
"allotted"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a pebble or small stone used for making decisions by casting lots. It symbolizes a portion or destiny assigned by chance, like the drawing of lots to determine an outcome. This concept is central to ancient Israelite decision-making practices.
Definition: 1) lot 1a) lot-pebbles used for systematically making decisions 2) portion 2a) lot, portion (thing assigned by casting lots) 2b) recompense, retribution
Usage: Occurs in 67 OT verses. KJV: lot. See also: Leviticus 16:8; Judges 1:3; Psalms 16:5.
לִ/בְנֵ֤י
bên
H1121
"son"
Prep | N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
יוֹסֵף֙
Yôwçêph
H3130
"Joseph"
N-proper
Joseph means Jehovah has added, a name given to several Israelites, including the son of Jacob and Rachel. Joseph was a significant figure in the book of Genesis and the story of his brothers. He became a leader in Egypt.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.14 § Joseph = "Jehovah has added" 1) the eldest son of Jacob by Rachel 2) father of Igal, who represented the tribe of Issachar among the spies 3) a son of Asaph 4) a man who took a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 5) a priest of the family of Shebaniah in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 193 OT verses. KJV: Joseph. Compare H3084 (יְהוֹסֵף). See also: Genesis 30:24; Genesis 47:5; Psalms 77:16.
מִ/יַּרְדֵּ֣ן
Yardên
H3383
"Jordan"
Prep | N-proper
The Jordan River, which runs from Lebanon to the Dead Sea, is a key location in the Bible, including in the stories of Jesus and the Israelites.
Definition: Jordan = "descender" the river of Palestine running from the roots of Anti-Lebanon to the Dead Sea a distance of approx 200 miles (320 km) Also named: Iordanēs (Ἰορδάνης "Jordan" G2446)
Usage: Occurs in 164 OT verses. KJV: Jordan. See also: Genesis 13:10; Joshua 12:1; Psalms 42:7.
יְרִיח֔וֹ
Yᵉrîychôw
H3405
"Jericho"
N-proper
Jericho was a city in Palestine, the first conquered by the Israelites in Canaan. Its name means 'its moon' and it was located near the Jordan River and the Dead Sea.
Definition: Jericho = "its moon" a city 5 miles (8 km) west of the Jordan and 7 miles (11.5 km) north of the Dead Sea and the first city conquered by the Israelites upon entering the promised land of Canaan Also named: Hierichō (Ἱεριχώ "Jericho" G2410)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: Jericho. See also: Numbers 22:1; Joshua 9:3; Jeremiah 39:5.
לְ/מֵ֥י
mayim
H4325
"Water (Gate)"
Prep | N-mp
This word means water, referring to a liquid or a source of refreshment. It appears in the Bible as a literal and figurative term, including references to wasting or urine. The word is used in various contexts, such as in Genesis and Leviticus.
Definition: This name means water, refreshment
Usage: Occurs in 525 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] piss, wasting, water(-ing, (-course, -flood, -spring)). See also: Genesis 1:2; Leviticus 14:9; Joshua 18:15.
יְרִיח֖וֹ
Yᵉrîychôw
H3405
"Jericho"
N-proper
Jericho was a city in Palestine, the first conquered by the Israelites in Canaan. Its name means 'its moon' and it was located near the Jordan River and the Dead Sea.
Definition: Jericho = "its moon" a city 5 miles (8 km) west of the Jordan and 7 miles (11.5 km) north of the Dead Sea and the first city conquered by the Israelites upon entering the promised land of Canaan Also named: Hierichō (Ἱεριχώ "Jericho" G2410)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: Jericho. See also: Numbers 22:1; Joshua 9:3; Jeremiah 39:5.
מִזְרָ֑חָ/ה
mizrâch
H4217
"east"
N-ms | Suff
This word means the direction of the sunrise, or east. It is used in the Bible to describe the direction of the sun and the east side of something.
Definition: 1) place of sunrise, east 1a) sunrise, east (with 'sun') 1b) the east (without 'sun') 1b1) to or toward the place of sunrise 1b2) to the east, eastward
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: east (side, -ward), (sun-) rising (of the sun). See also: Exodus 27:13; 1 Kings 7:25; Psalms 50:1.
הַ/מִּדְבָּ֗ר
midbâr
H4057
"mouth"
Art | N-ms
The wilderness refers to a desert or open field, like the one the Israelites wandered in after leaving Egypt. It can also mean a place of solitude or a region without many people. In the Bible, it is often associated with the journey to the Promised Land.
Definition: 1) mouth 1a) mouth (as organ of speech)
Usage: Occurs in 257 OT verses. KJV: desert, south, speech, wilderness. See also: Genesis 14:6; Joshua 5:4; Psalms 29:8.
עֹלֶ֧ה
ʻâlâh
H5927
"to ascend"
V-Qal
To ascend means to go up or rise, like the smoke from an altar going up to God, as described in many Bible passages, including Leviticus and Psalms.
Definition: : rise/go 1) to go up, ascend, climb 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go up, ascend 1a2) to meet, visit, follow, depart, withdraw, retreat 1a3) to go up, come up (of animals) 1a4) to spring up, grow, shoot forth (of vegetation) 1a5) to go up, go up over, rise (of natural phenomenon) 1a6) to come up (before God) 1a7) to go up, go up over, extend (of boundary) 1a8) to excel, be superior to 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be taken up, be brought up, be taken away 1b2) to take oneself away 1b3) to be exalted 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to bring up, cause to ascend or climb, cause to go up 1c2) to bring up, bring against, take away 1c3) to bring up, draw up, train 1c4) to cause to ascend 1c5) to rouse, stir up (mentally) 1c6) to offer, bring up (of gifts) 1c7) to exalt 1c8) to cause to ascend, offer 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be carried away, be led up 1d2) to be taken up into, be inserted in 1d3) to be offered 1e) (Hithpael) to lift oneself
Usage: Occurs in 817 OT verses. KJV: arise (up), (cause to) ascend up, at once, break (the day) (up), bring (up), (cause to) burn, carry up, cast up, [phrase] shew, climb (up), (cause to, make to) come (up), cut off, dawn, depart, exalt, excel, fall, fetch up, get up, (make to) go (away, up); grow (over) increase, lay, leap, levy, lift (self) up, light, (make) up, [idiom] mention, mount up, offer, make to pay, [phrase] perfect, prefer, put (on), raise, recover, restore, (make to) rise (up), scale, set (up), shoot forth (up), (begin to) spring (up), stir up, take away (up), work. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 34:4; Joshua 7:6.
מִ/ירִיח֛וֹ
Yᵉrîychôw
H3405
"Jericho"
Prep | N-proper
Jericho was a city in Palestine, the first conquered by the Israelites in Canaan. Its name means 'its moon' and it was located near the Jordan River and the Dead Sea.
Definition: Jericho = "its moon" a city 5 miles (8 km) west of the Jordan and 7 miles (11.5 km) north of the Dead Sea and the first city conquered by the Israelites upon entering the promised land of Canaan Also named: Hierichō (Ἱεριχώ "Jericho" G2410)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: Jericho. See also: Numbers 22:1; Joshua 9:3; Jeremiah 39:5.
בָּ/הָ֖ר
har
H2022
"mountain"
Prep | 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.
בֵּֽית
Bêyth-ʼÊl
H1008
"Bethel"
N-proper
Bethel, meaning house of God, is a significant location in the Bible, particularly in the book of Genesis. It was a place of worship and sacrifice, where Jacob had a vision of a ladder reaching to heaven. The name Bethel signifies its importance as a spiritual site, where God was believed to dwell.
Definition: § Bethel = "house of God" a place in south country of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 65 OT verses. KJV: Beth-el. See also: Genesis 12:8; 1 Samuel 30:27; Jeremiah 48:13.
אֵֽל
Bêyth-ʼÊl
H1008
"Bethel"
N-proper
Bethel, meaning house of God, is a significant location in the Bible, particularly in the book of Genesis. It was a place of worship and sacrifice, where Jacob had a vision of a ladder reaching to heaven. The name Bethel signifies its importance as a spiritual site, where God was believed to dwell.
Definition: § Bethel = "house of God" a place in south country of Judah
Usage: Occurs in 65 OT verses. KJV: Beth-el. See also: Genesis 12:8; 1 Samuel 30:27; Jeremiah 48:13.
Study Notes — Joshua 16:1
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- Joshua 16:1 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Joshua 16:1
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 16:1
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Joshua 16:1
- Trapp's Commentary on Joshua 16:1
- Ellicott's Commentary on Joshua 16:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Joshua 16:1
- Cambridge Bible on Joshua 16:1
- Barnes' Notes on Joshua 16:1
- Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 16:1
- Sermons on Joshua 16:1
Context — Ephraim’s Inheritance
1The allotment for the descendants of Joseph extended from the Jordan at Jericho to the waters of Jericho on the east, through the wilderness that goes up from Jericho into the hill country of Bethel.
2It went on from Bethel (that is, Luz) and proceeded to the border of the Archites in Ataroth. 3Then it descended westward to the border of the Japhletites as far as the border of Lower Beth-horon and on to Gezer, and it ended at the Sea.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Joshua 18:12 | On the north side their border began at the Jordan, went up past the northern slope of Jericho, headed west through the hill country, and came out at the wilderness of Beth-aven. |
| 2 | Joshua 8:15 | Joshua and all Israel let themselves be beaten back before them, and they fled toward the wilderness. |
| 3 | 2 Kings 2:19–21 | Then the men of the city said to Elisha, “Please note, our lord, that the city’s location is good, as you can see. But the water is bad and the land is unfruitful.” “Bring me a new bowl,” he replied, “and put some salt in it.” So they brought it to him, and Elisha went out to the spring, cast the salt into it, and said, “This is what the LORD says: ‘I have healed this water. No longer will it cause death or unfruitfulness. ’” |
| 4 | Joshua 15:61 | These were in the wilderness: Beth-arabah, Middin, Secacah, |
Joshua 16:1 Summary
[This verse describes the land that God gave to the descendants of Joseph, which included the area from the Jordan River to the hill country of Bethel. Just as God provided for the Israelites, He also provides for us today, as seen in Matthew 6:25-34. The description of the wilderness and the hill country reminds us that our journey with God is not always easy, but He is always with us, as promised in Deuteronomy 31:6. By trusting in God's faithfulness and provision, we can navigate life's challenges with confidence and hope.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Jordan River in this verse?
The Jordan River served as a border for the allotment of the descendants of Joseph, as seen in Joshua 16:1, and is also significant in other biblical events, such as the Israelites' crossing into the Promised Land in Joshua 3:1-17 and Jesus' baptism in Matthew 3:13-17.
What is the wilderness that goes up from Jericho into the hill country of Bethel?
The wilderness mentioned in Joshua 16:1 is likely a desert or barren region that the Israelites had to travel through, similar to the wilderness where Jesus was tempted in Matthew 4:1-11, and it highlights the varied geography of the Promised Land.
Why is Bethel mentioned in this verse?
Bethel, also known as Luz, was an important city in the biblical narrative, as seen in Genesis 28:10-22, where Jacob had a vision of a ladder to heaven, and it is mentioned here in Joshua 16:1 as a boundary point for the allotment of the descendants of Joseph.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of the book of Joshua?
Joshua 16:1 is part of the larger narrative of the Israelites' conquest and division of the Promised Land, as commanded by God in Deuteronomy 1:7-8 and fulfilled in Joshua 21:43-45, and it highlights God's faithfulness to His people.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn about God's provision and care for His people from the way He divided the land among the tribes of Israel?
- How does the description of the wilderness and the hill country in this verse relate to our own spiritual journeys and the challenges we face?
- What role does faith and trust in God play in our ability to navigate uncertain or difficult terrain, just as the Israelites had to trust God as they entered the Promised Land?
- How can we apply the principles of God's division of the land, such as fairness and equality, to our own lives and relationships?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 16:1
And the lot of the children of Joseph fell,.... Or, "went out" (a); of the pot or urn, this being the next lot that was drawn to that of Judah, the government being Judah's, and the birthright
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 16:1
And the lot of the children of Joseph fell from Jordan by Jericho, unto the water of Jericho on the east, to the wilderness that goeth up from Jericho throughout mount Bethel, The lot of the children
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Joshua 16:1
JOSHUA CHAPTER 16 The general borders of the sons of Joseph, . The borders of Ephraim, . Some of the Canaanites not expelled, but made tributary, . Of Joseph, i.e. of Ephraim, and the half tribe of Manasseh, which are here put together in one; not because they had but one lot, for Ephraim had one here, , and Manasseh another, ; but because in these first verses he speaks of them in common, and of the south border, which seems to be the same, either wholly or in a great part; and then he comes to the particular description of their several portions. It is here further remarkable, that God so disposed of these lots, that they came forth in decent and due order; Judah’ s first, to whom the sovereignty was promised; and then Joseph’ s, who succeeded Reuben in the other privilege of the birth-right, the double portion, ,2. The water of Jericho; of which see . The wilderness that goeth up from Jericho; the wilderness of Beth-aven, as appears by comparing , which speaks of the very same border which was on the south of Ephraim, and on the north of Benjamin.
Trapp's Commentary on Joshua 16:1
Joshua 16:1 And the lot of the children of Joseph fell from Jordan by Jericho, unto the water of Jericho on the east, to the wilderness that goeth up from Jericho throughout mount Bethel,Ver. 1. And the lot of the children of Joseph.] See Joshua 15:1. From Jordan by Jericho.] On the north of Canaan, as Judah’ s had fallen on the south: that these two strongest tribes might be as bulwarks to both sides of the kingdom. So in their march through the wilderness, in their several companies or brigades, God put a strong tribe to two weak tribes, as Judah to Issachar and Zebulon, &c. See Isaiah 26:1; Isaiah 40:11. Unto the water of Jericho.] Afterwards made no less famous than wholesome by Elisha’ s healing of them.
Ellicott's Commentary on Joshua 16:1
XVI. OF JOSEPH—i.e., of Ephraim and Manasseh (Joshua 16:1 to Joshua 18:1, inclusive). (1) The lot of the children of Joseph.—The order of precedence among the tribes of Israel was always Judah first and the sons of Joseph second. In the words of 1 Chronicles 5:2, “Judah prevailed above his brethren, and of him came the chief ruler; but the birthright was Joseph’s.” Accordingly in the division of the land of Canaan under Joshua, there are three successive stages: first, the settlement of the tribe of Judah in the strongholds of the south of Palestine; secondly, the establishment of Ephraim and Manasseh in the centre of the country, and in some strong positions towards the north; thirdly, the settlement of the remaining tribes, so as to fill up the gaps left between Judah and Joseph, and also upon the outskirts of their territory, so as to be, as it were, under the shadow of their wings. In the inheritance of Ephraim and Manasseh we observe some features which distinguish this description from that of Judah’s inheritance in Joshua 15. The boundaries of the territory are given, but there is no catalogue of cities. There is also another peculiarity: the tribe of Ephraim is interlocked with the tribe of Manasseh, and the tribe of Manasseh again with Issachar and Asher, by the possession of cities in the territory of these other tribes. (1-3) Comp. Joshua 18:12-14. The south border of Joseph was the north border of Benjamin.
(See Conder’s Bible Handbook, p. 260, and Ordnance Map, sheets 14, 15, and 18) Archi is ’Ain ’Arîk (sheet 14). Ataroth is Ed-Dârieh (sheet 18). Japhleti is not identified. Beth-horon is Beit ’Ur. Gezer is Tell Jezer.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Joshua 16:1
CHAPTER XVI Borders of the children of Joseph, 1-4. The borders of the Ephraimites, 5-9. The Canaanites dwell tributary among them, 10. NOTES ON CHAP. XVI Verse 1. The children of Joseph] Ephraim and Manasseh, and their descendants. The limits of the tribe of Ephraim extended along the borders of Benjamin and Dan, from Jordan on the east to the Mediterranean on the west.
Cambridge Bible on Joshua 16:1
Ch. Joshua 16:1-4. The Lot of the Children of Joseph 1. the lot of the children of Joseph] Having described the inheritance of the royal tribe of Judah, the Author proceeds to relate the distribution of the descendants of the great house of Joseph. fell] Heb. went forth, i.e. “came out of the urn or chest.” See above, ch. Joshua 7:16, and Joshua 14:2. from Jordan by Jericho] We have first the southern boundary, which coincided for part of its length with the northern boundary of Benjamin. It began at the Jordan, at the port, or reach, exactly opposite to Jericho. Compare for the expression, above ch. Joshua 13:32, and below Joshua 20:8. unto the water of Jericho] From this point it ran to “the water of Jericho,” i.e. to the one brook, which is found in the neighbourhood of Jericho. It rises at the fountain Ain es Sultân, the waters of which were healed by Elisha (2 Kings 2:19), and flows into the Jordan. to the wilderness that goeth up] i.e. by one of the ravines, the Wâdy Harith or Wâdy Suweinît, to the wilderness or uncultivated waste hills (Midbah), to the mountains in the vicinity of Bethel.
Barnes' Notes on Joshua 16:1
To the wilderness - Strike out “to,” for the word is in apposition to “lot.” The wilderness is Joshua 18:12 “the wilderness of Bethaven.”
Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 16:1
1. Children of Joseph — That is, Ephraim and the western half of Manasseh. Their lots were first drawn together that these brothers might be contiguous, but there was a subsequent division of their joint territory.
Sermons on Joshua 16:1
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(Forging the Vessel of Recovery) 4- Features of the Vessel by B.H. Clendennen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being a vessel for God's work. He encourages listeners to walk in the Holy Ghost and be obedient to God's commands. The pr |
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The Principle of Resurrection by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the principle of resurrection as a vital aspect of God's work, illustrated through the rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall under Nehemiah. He draws parallels |
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The Waters of Jericho by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks explores the significance of Jericho in relation to the victory of Calvary, emphasizing that Jericho symbolizes the power of Satan working through the flesh and th |
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The New Cruse by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of a 'new cruse' in the context of spiritual renewal and the necessity of having a vessel that is prepared and set apart for God's work |