Joshua 19:16
Joshua 19:16 in Multiple Translations
This was the inheritance of the clans of the tribe of Zebulun, including these cities and their villages.
This is the inheritance of the children of Zebulun according to their families, these cities with their villages.
This is the inheritance of the children of Zebulun according to their families, these cities with their villages.
This is the heritage of the children of Zebulun by their families, these towns with their unwalled places.
This was the allocation—the land, towns, and villages—given to the tribe of Zebulun, by families.
This is the inheritance of the children of Zebulun according to their families: that is, these cities and their villages.
This [is] the inheritance of the sons of Zebulun, for their families, these cities and their villages.
This is the inheritance of the children of Zebulun according to their families, these cities with their villages.
This is the inheritance of the children of Zebulun according to their families, these cities with their villages.
This is the inheritance of the tribe of the children of Zabulon by their kindreds, the cities and their villages.
That was the land that was allotted to the clans of the tribe of Zebulun.
Berean Amplified Bible — Joshua 19:16
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Joshua 19:16 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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זֹ֛את
נַחֲלַ֥ת
בְּנֵֽי
זְבוּלֻ֖ן
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחוֹתָ֑/ם
הֶֽ/עָרִ֥ים
הָ/אֵ֖לֶּה
וְ/חַצְרֵי/הֶֽן
זֹ֛את
zôʼth
H2063
this
Pron
נַחֲלַ֥ת
nachălâh
H5159
inheritance
N-fs
בְּנֵֽי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
זְבוּלֻ֖ן
Zᵉbûwlûwn
H2074
Zebulun
N-proper
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחוֹתָ֑/ם
mishpâchâh
H4940
family
Prep | N-fp | Suff
הֶֽ/עָרִ֥ים
ʻîyr
H5892
excitement
Art | N-fp
הָ/אֵ֖לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Art | Pron
וְ/חַצְרֵי/הֶֽן
châtsêr
H2691
court
Conj | N-cp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 19:16
זֹ֛את
zôʼth
H2063
"this"
Pron
This Hebrew word means this or that, often used to point out something specific. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 570 OT verses. KJV: hereby (-in, -with), it, likewise, the one (other, same), she, so (much), such (deed), that, therefore, these, this (thing), thus. See also: Genesis 2:23; Numbers 7:88; Judges 1:27.
נַחֲלַ֥ת
nachălâh
H5159
"inheritance"
N-fs
Inheritance refers to something passed down, like property or a family heirloom, as seen in the Bible's discussion of dividing land among tribes in Joshua. It represents a person's share or possession. The concept is crucial in understanding biblical ideas of family and legacy.
Definition: 1) possession, property, inheritance, heritage 1a) property 1b) portion, share 1c) inheritance, portion
Usage: Occurs in 191 OT verses. KJV: heritage, to inherit, inheritance, possession. Compare H5158 (נַחַל). See also: Genesis 31:14; Joshua 23:4; Psalms 2:8.
בְּנֵֽי
bên
H1121
"son"
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.
זְבוּלֻ֖ן
Zᵉbûwlûwn
H2074
"Zebulun"
N-proper
Zebulun was a son of Jacob and the founder of one of the twelve tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 30:20. The tribe and territory were also named after him.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Zebulun living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.30.20; son of: Israel (H3478) and Leah (H3812); brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Issachar (H3485) and Dinah (H1783); half-brother of: Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Sered (H5624), Elon (H0356H) and Jahleel (H3177) § Zebulun = "exalted" 1) the 10th of the sons of Jacob, 6th and last of Leah; progenitor of Zebulun 2) the tribe descended from Zebulun 3) the land allocated to the tribe of Zebulun
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: Zebulun. See also: Genesis 30:20; Joshua 21:34; Psalms 68:28.
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחוֹתָ֑/ם
mishpâchâh
H4940
"family"
Prep | N-fp | Suff
This word refers to a family or clan, and can also mean a tribe or nation, such as the people of Israel, emphasizing the importance of family ties.
Definition: 1) clan, family 1a) clan 1a1) family 1a2) tribe 1a3) people, nation 1b) guild 1c) species, kind 1d) aristocrats
Usage: Occurs in 224 OT verses. KJV: family, kind(-red). See also: Genesis 8:19; Numbers 26:41; Esther 9:28.
הֶֽ/עָרִ֥ים
ʻîyr
H5892
"excitement"
Art | N-fp
In the Bible, this word refers to a city or town, often a place with a wall or a watchman. It is used to describe a settlement or encampment, like the city of Ai, which is mentioned in the book of Joshua. The word is used to identify specific locations in the Bible.
Definition: 1) excitement, anguish 1a) of terror
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: Ai (from margin), city, court (from margin), town. See also: Genesis 4:17; Deuteronomy 3:6; Joshua 14:12.
הָ/אֵ֖לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
Art | Pron
This Hebrew word is used to point out specific people or things, like saying 'these' or 'those'. It appears in the book of Genesis, where God says 'let there be light' and separates the light from the darkness.
Definition: 1) these 1a) used before antecedent 1b) used following antecedent Aramaic equivalent: el.leh (אֵלֶּה "these" H0429)
Usage: Occurs in 697 OT verses. KJV: an-(the) other; one sort, so, some, such, them, these (same), they, this, those, thus, which, who(-m). See also: Genesis 2:4; Exodus 35:1; Deuteronomy 1:35.
וְ/חַצְרֵי/הֶֽן
châtsêr
H2691
"court"
Conj | N-cp | Suff
A village in the Bible is a small settlement surrounded by walls. In Matthew 21:2, Jesus sends his disciples to a village to find a donkey, while in Mark 6:6, Jesus travels from village to village teaching.
Definition: 1) court, enclosure 1a) enclosures 1b) court
Usage: Occurs in 163 OT verses. KJV: court, tower, village. See also: Genesis 25:16; 2 Chronicles 24:21; Psalms 10:8.
Study Notes — Joshua 19:16
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Context — Zebulun’s Inheritance
14Then the border circled around the north side of Neah to Hannathon and ended at the Valley of Iphtah-el.
15It also included Kattath, Nahalal, Shimron, Idalah, and Bethlehem. There were twelve cities, along with their villages.
16This was the inheritance of the clans of the tribe of Zebulun, including these cities and their villages.
17The fourth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Issachar: 18Their territory included Jezreel, Chesulloth, Shunem,Joshua 19:16 Summary
Joshua 19:16 is a verse that reminds us of God's faithfulness and provision for His people. Just like the tribe of Zebulun received their inheritance, we can trust that God has a plan and a purpose for our lives (Jeremiah 29:11). This verse encourages us to have faith in God's promises and to be grateful for the blessings He gives us (Psalm 100:4-5). By trusting in God's provision and inheritance, we can live with confidence and hope, knowing that He is always with us and cares for us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the tribe of Zebulun's inheritance in Joshua 19:16?
The tribe of Zebulun's inheritance is significant because it represents the fulfillment of God's promise to the Israelites, as seen in Genesis 30:20 and Deuteronomy 33:18-19, where Zebulun is blessed by Jacob and Moses, respectively.
Why are the cities and villages listed in Joshua 19:16?
The cities and villages are listed to provide a clear record of the tribe of Zebulun's inheritance, as instructed by God in Numbers 34:13, and to demonstrate God's faithfulness in providing for His people, as seen in Joshua 21:43-45.
How does Joshua 19:16 relate to the broader context of the book of Joshua?
Joshua 19:16 is part of the larger narrative of the conquest and division of the Promised Land, as described in Joshua 1:1-6 and Joshua 13:1-7, where God is fulfilling His promise to the Israelites through the leadership of Joshua.
What can we learn about God's character from Joshua 19:16?
From Joshua 19:16, we can learn about God's faithfulness and attention to detail, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7, where God is described as a God who cares for His people and provides for their needs.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for me to trust in God's provision and inheritance for my life, just as the tribe of Zebulun trusted in God's promise?
- How can I apply the principle of God's faithfulness, as seen in Joshua 19:16, to my own life and circumstances?
- What are some ways I can show gratitude and appreciation for the blessings and inheritance God has given me, just as the Israelites were to do in Deuteronomy 26:1-11?
- How can I use my own 'inheritance' or resources to bless and serve others, as seen in the example of the tribe of Zebulun in Joshua 19:10-16?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 19:16
This is the inheritance of the children of Zebulun, according to their families,.... Which was allotted to it and divided, according to the number of its families: these cities with their villages;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 19:16
This is the inheritance of the children of Zebulun according to their families, these cities with their villages. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Cambridge Bible on Joshua 19:16
16. This is the inheritance of the children of Zebulun] It is evidently impossible in the present state of our knowledge exactly to define the limits of this tribe. But it seems to have reached on the one side nearly to the lake of Gennesareth, and on the other to Carmel and the Mediterranean. It enclosed one of the fairest portions of Palestine. Besides the fertile plain near the fisheries of the lake of Gennesareth, and the rich mountain-valleys, the tribe possessed the goings out, the outlet, of the plain of Akka (Deuteronomy 33:18), where he could “dwell at the shore,” and “suck of the abundance of the seas” (Genesis 49:13; Deuteronomy 33:19). But though possessing a district excelling in natural beauty and fertility, Zebulun, like the other northern tribes, occupies quite a subordinate position in Old Testament History. We read of it as emerging from its obscurity only on two occasions; (a) first, when side by side with Naphtali the men of the tribe “jeoparded their lives unto the death” upon “the high places” of Tabor in the contest with Sisera; and (b) secondly, when fifty thousand “expert in war,” with “all instruments of war,” came up to the coronation of David at Hebron (1 Chronicles 12:33).