Numbers 13:15
Numbers 13:15 in Multiple Translations
and from the tribe of Gad, Geuel son of Machi.
Of the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.
Of the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.
Of the tribe of Gad, Gevel, the son of Machi.
Geuel, son of Machi, from the tribe of Gad.
Of the tribe of Naphtali, Nahbi the sonne of Vophsi:
For the tribe of Gad, Geuel son of Machi.
Of the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.
Of the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.
Of the tribe of Nephtali, Nahabi the son of Vapsi.
and Geuel, the son of Maki, from the tribe of Gad.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 13:15
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Numbers 13:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְ/מַטֵּ֣ה
גָ֔ד
גְּאוּאֵ֖ל
בֶּן
מָכִֽי
לְ/מַטֵּ֣ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
tribe
Prep | N-ms
גָ֔ד
Gâd
H1410
Gad
N-proper
גְּאוּאֵ֖ל
Gᵉʼûwʼêl
H1345
Geuel
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
מָכִֽי
Mâkîy
H4352
Machi
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 13:15
לְ/מַטֵּ֣ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
"tribe"
Prep | N-ms
In the Bible, this word can mean a tribe, like the 12 tribes of Israel, or a staff, like the one Moses used to lead his people in Exodus 4:2.
Definition: : tribe 1) staff, branch, tribe 1a) staff, rod, shaft 1b) branch (of vine) 1c) tribe 1c1) company led by chief with staff (originally)
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: rod, staff, tribe. See also: Genesis 38:18; Numbers 34:19; Psalms 105:16.
גָ֔ד
Gâd
H1410
"Gad"
N-proper
Gad was the seventh son of Jacob and the founder of the tribe of Gad, which was one of the twelve tribes of Israel. He was also the name of a prophet during David's time.
Definition: A man living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.22.5 § Gad = "troop" 1) seventh son of Jacob by Zilpah, Leah's handmaid, and full brother of Asher. 2) the tribe descended from Gad 3) a prophet during the time of David; appears to have joined David when in the hold; reappears in connection with the punishment for taking a census; also assisted in the arrangements for the musical service of the "house of God"
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: Gad. See also: Genesis 30:11; Joshua 22:10; Jeremiah 49:1.
גְּאוּאֵ֖ל
Gᵉʼûwʼêl
H1345
"Geuel"
N-proper
Geuel was an Israelite who lived during the time of Moses and the wilderness journey, as mentioned in Numbers 13:15. He was one of the spies sent to explore the Promised Land.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, only mentioned at Num.13.15; son of: Machi (H4352) § Geuel = "majesty of God" the Gadite chosen to spy out the land, son of Machi
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Geuel. See also: Numbers 13:15.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
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.
מָכִֽי
Mâkîy
H4352
"Machi"
N-proper
Machi was an Israelite who lived during the time of Moses and the wilderness journey. He was the father of Geuel, one of the 12 spies sent to explore the Promised Land, as mentioned in Numbers 13:15. Machi's name means 'decrease' in Hebrew, but his legacy lives on through his son's story.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, only mentioned at Num.13.15; father of: Geuel (H1345) § Machi = "decrease" father of Geuel the Gadite who was one of the 12 spies of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Machi. See also: Numbers 13:15.
Study Notes — Numbers 13:15
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Context — The Spies Explore Canaan
13from the tribe of Asher, Sethur son of Michael;
14from the tribe of Naphtali, Nahbi son of Vophsi;
15and from the tribe of Gad, Geuel son of Machi.
16These were the names of the men Moses sent to spy out the land; and Moses gave to Hoshea son of Nun the name Joshua. 17When Moses sent them to spy out the land of Canaan, he told them, “Go up through the Negev and into the hill country.Numbers 13:15 Summary
[This verse, Numbers 13:15, tells us that Geuel son of Machi was chosen from the tribe of Gad to be one of the spies sent by Moses to scout out the land of Canaan. This means that Geuel was trusted by God and Moses to complete this important task, just like Abraham was trusted by God in Genesis 12:1-3. Geuel's selection reminds us that God chooses ordinary people to do extraordinary things, and we can trust Him to guide us in our own lives, just like it says in Proverbs 3:5-6. By trusting God and obeying His commands, we can demonstrate our faith and courage, just like Geuel and the other spies did.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Geuel son of Machi from the tribe of Gad included in the list of spies?
Geuel son of Machi is included in the list of spies because he was chosen by God through Moses to represent the tribe of Gad, as seen in Numbers 13:15, and his role was significant in the scouting of the land of Canaan, as mentioned in Numbers 13:17.
What can we learn from the selection of Geuel as a spy?
The selection of Geuel as a spy teaches us about the importance of trust and obedience, as seen in Hebrews 11:8, where Abraham trusted God and obeyed His commands, and in Romans 8:28, where we are reminded that God works all things for the good of those who love Him.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of the Israelites in the book of Numbers?
This verse is part of the story of the Israelites' journey to the Promised Land, as they were instructed by God to spy out the land, as seen in Numbers 13:1-3, and their actions would determine their faith and trust in God, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:32-36.
What character qualities can we infer about Geuel based on his selection as a spy?
Based on his selection as a spy, we can infer that Geuel was a trustworthy and courageous individual, as seen in Numbers 13:15, and his character would have been important in the scouting of the land and the reporting back to Moses, as mentioned in Numbers 13:26-33.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be chosen by God for a specific task, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- How can I demonstrate trust and obedience in my daily life, just like the spies were called to do in Numbers 13:17?
- What are some ways I can show courage and faith in the face of uncertainty, just like Geuel and the other spies did in Numbers 13:15-16?
- How can I use my experiences and challenges to trust God more deeply, just like the Israelites were called to do in Deuteronomy 1:32-36?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 13:15
Of the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi. [See comments on Numbers 13:4].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 13:15
And these were their names: of the tribe of Reuben, Shammua the son of Zaccur. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 13:15
1–24. The spies are sent out, and search the land.