Joshua 19:17
Joshua 19:17 in Multiple Translations
The fourth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Issachar:
¶ And the fourth lot came out to Issachar, for the children of Issachar according to their families.
The fourth lot came out for Issachar, even for the children of Issachar according to their families.
For Issachar the fourth heritage came out, for the children of Issachar by their families;
The fourth lot cast went to the tribe of Issachar, by families.
The fourth lot came out to Issachar, euen for the children of Issachar according to their families.
For Issachar hath the fourth lot gone out, for the sons of Issachar, for their families;
The fourth lot came out for Issachar, even for the children of Issachar according to their families.
And the fourth lot came out to Issachar, for the children of Issachar according to their families.
The fourth lot came out to Issachar by their kindreds.
The fourth/next tribe that was allotted land was the tribe of Issachar. Each of the clans of that tribe was allotted some of the land.
Berean Amplified Bible — Joshua 19:17
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Joshua 19:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְ/יִ֨שָּׂשכָ֔ר
יָצָ֖א
הַ/גּוֹרָ֣ל
הָֽ/רְבִיעִ֑י
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
יִשָּׂשכָ֖ר
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחוֹתָֽ/ם
לְ/יִ֨שָּׂשכָ֔ר
Yissâˢkâr
H3485
Issachar
Prep | N-proper
יָצָ֖א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
to come out
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
הַ/גּוֹרָ֣ל
gôwrâl
H1486
allotted
Art | N-ms
הָֽ/רְבִיעִ֑י
rᵉbîyʻîy
H7243
fourth
Art | Adj
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
Prep | N-mp
יִשָּׂשכָ֖ר
Yissâˢkâr
H3485
Issachar
N-proper
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחוֹתָֽ/ם
mishpâchâh
H4940
family
Prep | N-fp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Joshua 19:17
לְ/יִ֨שָּׂשכָ֔ר
Yissâˢkâr
H3485
"Issachar"
Prep | N-proper
Issachar means 'there is recompense' and refers to the 9th son of Jacob and the tribe that descended from him. He was the 5th son of Leah, Jacob's first wife. The tribe of Issachar is mentioned in 1 Chronicles and other books.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.26.5; son of: Obed-edom (H5654); brother of: Shemaiah (H8098I), Jehozabad (H3075H), Joah (H3098I), Sachar (H7940), Nethanel (H5417K), Ammiel (H5988I) and Peullethai (H6469) § Issachar = "there is recompense" 1) the 9th son of Jacob and the 5th by Leah his first wife and the progenitor of a tribe by his name 2) a Korahite Levite and the 7th son of Obed-edom and doorkeeper to the temple 3) the tribe descended from Issachar the son of Jacob 4) the territory allocated to the descendants of Issachar when they entered the land of Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: Issachar. See also: Genesis 30:18; Joshua 19:23; Ezekiel 48:33.
יָצָ֖א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
"to come out"
V-Qal-Perf-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/גּוֹרָ֣ל
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.
הָֽ/רְבִיעִ֑י
rᵉbîyʻîy
H7243
"fourth"
Art | Adj
This Hebrew word means fourth, and is used to describe something that is four-sided or divided into four parts, like a square or a quarter.
Definition: 1) fourth 1a) fourth 1b) four square 1c) fourth part Aramaic equivalent: re.vi.ay (רְבִיעִי "fourth" H7244)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: foursquare, fourth (part). See also: Genesis 1:19; 1 Chronicles 8:2; Jeremiah 25:1.
לִ/בְנֵ֥י
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.
יִשָּׂשכָ֖ר
Yissâˢkâr
H3485
"Issachar"
N-proper
Issachar means 'there is recompense' and refers to the 9th son of Jacob and the tribe that descended from him. He was the 5th son of Leah, Jacob's first wife. The tribe of Issachar is mentioned in 1 Chronicles and other books.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.26.5; son of: Obed-edom (H5654); brother of: Shemaiah (H8098I), Jehozabad (H3075H), Joah (H3098I), Sachar (H7940), Nethanel (H5417K), Ammiel (H5988I) and Peullethai (H6469) § Issachar = "there is recompense" 1) the 9th son of Jacob and the 5th by Leah his first wife and the progenitor of a tribe by his name 2) a Korahite Levite and the 7th son of Obed-edom and doorkeeper to the temple 3) the tribe descended from Issachar the son of Jacob 4) the territory allocated to the descendants of Issachar when they entered the land of Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: Issachar. See also: Genesis 30:18; Joshua 19:23; Ezekiel 48:33.
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחוֹתָֽ/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.
Study Notes — Joshua 19:17
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Context — Issachar’s Inheritance
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, 19Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath,Joshua 19:17 Summary
This verse, Joshua 19:17, tells us that the tribe of Issachar received the fourth lot of land in the Promised Land, as part of God's plan to give each tribe their own inheritance. Just like the Israelites, we have a spiritual inheritance in Christ, as described in Ephesians 1:11 and Colossians 1:12. We can trust God to provide for us and guide us, just as He did for the Israelites, as seen in Joshua 1:7-9 and Matthew 6:25-34. By trusting in God's plan and provision, we can live with confidence and hope, knowing that He is always with us, as promised in Hebrews 13:5-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the fourth lot in Joshua 19:17?
The fourth lot represents the allocation of land to the tribe of Issachar, as part of the division of the Promised Land among the twelve tribes of Israel, as described in Joshua 19:17 and supported by Deuteronomy 33:18-19, which speaks of the blessings of the tribes.
Why is the tribe of Issachar mentioned specifically in this verse?
The tribe of Issachar is mentioned because they are the fourth tribe to receive their inheritance, and this verse marks the beginning of the description of their territory, as seen in Joshua 19:17-23, which provides the details of their land allocation.
How does this verse fit into the broader narrative of the book of Joshua?
This verse is part of the larger story of the conquest and division of the Promised Land, which is a fulfillment of God's promises to the Israelites, as seen in Joshua 1:1-6 and supported by Genesis 12:7 and Exodus 23:31, which speak of the promise of the land to Abraham and his descendants.
What can we learn from the way the Israelites divided the land?
The division of the land among the tribes of Israel teaches us about the importance of trust, obedience, and faith in God's provision, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Joshua 1:7-9, which emphasize the need to trust in God's wisdom and guidance.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's plan for the tribe of Issachar, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- How does the concept of inheritance and land allocation relate to my spiritual inheritance in Christ, as described in Ephesians 1:11 and Colossians 1:12?
- What can I learn from the way the Israelites trusted God to provide for them, and how can I apply this to my own life, as seen in Matthew 6:25-34 and Philippians 4:19?
- How does this verse fit into the larger story of God's redemption and promise-keeping, as seen in Genesis 12:1-3 and Revelation 21:1-4?
Gill's Exposition on Joshua 19:17
[And] the fourth lot came out to Issachar,.... The fourth of the seven drawn at Shiloh: for the children of Issachar, according to their families: among whom the inheritance that came to them by the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Joshua 19:17
And the fourth lot came out to Issachar, for the children of Issachar according to their families. The fourth lot came out to Issachar.
Ellicott's Commentary on Joshua 19:17
(17) The fourth lot . . . to Issachar.—These two tribes were located next to the house of Joseph on the north. It should be remembered that Issachar and Zebulun had been associated with Judah to form the same camp and division of the army in the wilderness. This association, lasting forty years, must have created many ties between these two tribes and their leader Judah. It was no ordinary wisdom that placed the descendants of Rachel (Ephraim, Benjamin, and Manasseh) between Judah on the south and Judah’s two associates on the north—to cement the union of all Israel, and as far as possible to prevent discord. With regard to Judah and Zebulun, it is noticeable that we find their union reproduced in the earthly history of our Lord. Mary, who was of the house of David, and Joseph of the same lineage, are found dwelling in Nazareth, in the tribe of Zebulun. Thus the north and the south alike had “part in David,” and inheritance in David’s Son. There is a Bethlehem (Joshua 19:15) in Zebulun as well as in Judah. The name is not found in any other tribe.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Joshua 19:17
Verse 17. The fourth lot came out to Issachar] It is remarkable, that though Issachar was the eldest brother, yet the lot of Zebulun was drawn before his lot; and this is the order in which Jacob himself mentions them, Genesis 49:13-14, though no reason appears, either here or in the place above, why this preference should be given to the younger; but that the apparently fortuitous lot should have distinguished them just as the prophetic Jacob did, is peculiarly remarkable. Known unto God are all his works from the beginning: he has reasons for his conduct, which in many cases are too great for any of his creatures to comprehend, but he works all things after the counsel of his own will, which is ever right and good; and in this case his influence may be as easily seen in the decision by the lot, as on the mind of the patriarch Jacob, when he predicted what should befall his children in the latter days, and his providence continued to ripen, and bring forward what his judgment had deemed right to be done.
Cambridge Bible on Joshua 19:17
17–23. Inheritance of the Tribe of Issachar 17. And the fourth lot] came forth to the tribe of Issachar, whose place during the journey to Canaan had been on the east of the tabernacle, side by side with his brothers Judah and Zebulun, the group moving foremost in the march (Numbers 2:5; Numbers 10:15).
Whedon's Commentary on Joshua 19:17
’S LOT, Joshua 19:17-23.The territory of this tribe was bounded on the north by Zebulun, on the east by the Jordan, and on the south and west by Manasseh.