Numbers 32:12
Numbers 32:12 in Multiple Translations
not one except Caleb son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite and Joshua son of Nun—because they did follow the LORD wholeheartedly.’
Save Caleb the son of Jephunneh the Kenezite, and Joshua the son of Nun: for they have wholly followed the LORD.
save Caleb the son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite, and Joshua the son of Nun; because they have wholly followed Jehovah.
But only Caleb, the son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite, and Joshua, the son of Nun: because they have been true to the Lord.
no one except Caleb, son of Jephunneh, the Kenizzite, and Joshua, son of Nun, because they were completely committed to me.’
Except Caleb the sonne of Iephunneh the Kenesite, and Ioshua the sonne of Nun: for they haue constantly followed the Lord.
save Caleb son of Jephunneh the Kenezite, and Joshua son of Nun, for they have been fully after Jehovah;
except Caleb the son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite, and Joshua the son of Nun, because they have followed the LORD completely.’
Save Caleb the son of Jephunneh the Kenezite, and Joshua the son of Nun: for they have wholly followed the LORD.
Except Caleb the son of Jephone the Cenezite, and Josue the son of Nun: these have fulfilled my will.
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Numbers 32:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בִּלְתִּ֞י
כָּלֵ֤ב
בֶּן
יְפֻנֶּה֙
הַ/קְּנִזִּ֔י
וִ/יהוֹשֻׁ֖עַ
בִּן
נ֑וּן
כִּ֥י
מִלְא֖וּ
אַחֲרֵ֥י
יְהוָֽה
בִּלְתִּ֞י
biltîy
H1115
lest
Conj
כָּלֵ֤ב
Kâlêb
H3612
Caleb
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
יְפֻנֶּה֙
Yᵉphunneh
H3312
Jephunneh
N-proper
הַ/קְּנִזִּ֔י
Qᵉnizzîy
H7074
Kenizzite
Art | Ngmsa
וִ/יהוֹשֻׁ֖עַ
Yᵉhôwshûwaʻ
H3091
Joshua
Conj | N-proper
בִּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
נ֑וּן
Nûwn
H5126
Nun
N-proper
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
מִלְא֖וּ
mâlêʼ
H4390
to fill
V-Piel-Perf-3cp
אַחֲרֵ֥י
ʼachar
H310
after
Prep
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 32:12
בִּלְתִּ֞י
biltîy
H1115
"lest"
Conj
This Hebrew word means not or except, and is often used with a prepositional prefix. It appears in various forms, such as not, except, or unless, and is used in many biblical passages.
Definition: subst 1) not, except adv 2) not 3) except (after preceding negation) conj 4) except (after an implied or expressed negation) with prep 5) so as not, in order not 6) an account of not, because...not 7) until not
Usage: Occurs in 107 OT verses. KJV: because un(satiable), beside, but, [phrase] continual, except, from, lest, neither, no more, none, not, nothing, save, that no, without. See also: Genesis 3:11; 2 Kings 12:9; Isaiah 10:4.
כָּלֵ֤ב
Kâlêb
H3612
"Caleb"
N-proper
Caleb was a man from the tribe of Judah who lived during the time of the Israelites' journey from Egypt to the Promised Land. He is first mentioned in 1 Chronicles 2:9 and is known for his bravery and faith. Caleb was a leader among the Israelites.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at 1Ch.2.9; son of: Hezron (H2696H); brother of: Ram (H7410), Jerahmeel (H3396), Segub (H7687H) and Ashhur (H0806); married to Azubah (H5806H), Jerioth (H3408), Ephrathah (H0672), Ephah (H5891H) and Maacah (H4601L); father of: Hur (H2354), Jesher (H3475), Shobab (H7727H), Ardon (H0715), Mareshah@1Ch.2.42 (H4337), Haran (H2771B), Moza (H4162), Gazez (H1495), Jahdai (H3056), Sheber (H7669), Tirhanah (H8647), Shaaph (H8174H), Sheva (H7724) and Achsah (H5915H); also called Carmi (NIV: Karmi) at 1Ch.4.1(?); Chelubai at 1Ch.2.9; § Caleb = "dog" 1) the godly son of Jephunneh and the faithful spy who reported the Promised Land favourably and urged its capture 2) son of Hezron and grandson of Pharez and great grandson of Judah and the father of Hur and grandfather of Caleb the spy
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: Caleb. See also: Numbers 13:6; Joshua 15:18; 1 Chronicles 6:41.
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.
יְפֻנֶּה֙
Yᵉphunneh
H3312
"Jephunneh"
N-proper
Jephunneh was the name of two Israelites, one from the tribe of Asher and the other the father of Caleb the spy from the tribe of Judah, meaning he will be facing.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.7.38; son of: Ithran (H3506H); brother of: Pispa (H6462) and Ara (H0690) § Jephunneh = "He will be facing" 1) a Kenezite and father of Caleb the spy from the tribe of Judah 2) son of Jether and descendant of Asher
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: Jephunneh. See also: Numbers 13:6; Joshua 14:6; 1 Chronicles 7:38.
הַ/קְּנִזִּ֔י
Qᵉnizzîy
H7074
"Kenizzite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Kenizzite is a descendant of Kenaz, who lived during the time of Egypt and Wilderness. They are mentioned in Numbers 32:12 and are related to Caleb and Othniel.
Definition: Someone descended from Kenaz who was a man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.32.12; son of: Jephunneh (H3312); brother of: Caleb (H3612); father of: Othniel (H6274) and Seraiah (H8304J); also called Kenizzite at Num.32.12; 1x,14; Group of qe.naz (קְנַז "Kenaz" H7073I) § Kenezite or Kenizzites = "descendant of Kenaz" descendants of Kenaz
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Kenezite, Kenizzites. See also: Genesis 15:19; Joshua 14:6; Joshua 14:14.
וִ/יהוֹשֻׁ֖עַ
Yᵉhôwshûwaʻ
H3091
"Joshua"
Conj | N-proper
Joshua was a leader in the Bible, first mentioned in Ezra 2:2, who helped the Israelites return from exile. His name means Jehovah is salvation, and he is also known as Jeshua in some parts of the Bible. He was a key figure in the conquest of Canaan.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezr.2.2; son of: Jehozadak (H3087); father of: Joiakim (H3113); also called Jeshua at Ezr.2.2; 3.2,8; 4.3; 5.2; 1x12.1,7,10,26; § Joshua or Jehoshua = "Jehovah is salvation" 1) son of Nun of the tribe of Ephraim and successor to Moses as the leader of the children of Israel; led the conquest of Canaan 2) a resident of Beth-shemesh on whose land the Ark of the Covenant came to a stop after the Philistines returned it 3) son of Jehozadak and high priest after the restoration 4) governor of Jerusalem under king Josiah who gave his name to a gate of the city of Jerusalem
Usage: Occurs in 199 OT verses. KJV: Jehoshua, Jehoshuah, Joshua. Compare H1954 (הוֹשֵׁעַ), H3442 (יֵשׁוּעַ). See also: Exodus 17:9; Joshua 9:15; Zechariah 6:11.
בִּן
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.
נ֑וּן
Nûwn
H5126
"Nun"
N-proper
Nun was the father of Joshua, a leader of the Israelites who succeeded Moses. His name means fish or posterity in Hebrew. The KJV translates his name as Non or Nun.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Ephraim living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.33.11; son of: Elishama (H0476); father of: Joshua (H3091) § Nun = "fish" or "posterity" father of Joshua the successor of Moses
Usage: Occurs in 30 OT verses. KJV: Non, Nun. See also: Exodus 33:11; Deuteronomy 34:9; Nehemiah 8:17.
כִּ֥י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
מִלְא֖וּ
mâlêʼ
H4390
"to fill"
V-Piel-Perf-3cp
To fill means to make something full or complete, like filling a container or fulfilling a promise. This word is used in many contexts, including being full of joy or having a job completed.
Definition: 1) to fill, be full 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be full 1a1a) fulness, abundance (participle) 1a1b) to be full, be accomplished, be ended 1a2) to consecrate, fill the hand 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be filled, be armed, be satisfied 1b2) to be accomplished, be ended 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to fill 1c2) to satisfy 1c3) to fulfil, accomplish, complete 1c4) to confirm 1d) (Pual) to be filled 1e) (Hithpael) to mass themselves against Aramaic equivalent: me.la (מְלָא "to fill" H4391)
Usage: Occurs in 242 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, confirm, [phrase] consecrate, be at an end, be expired, be fenced, fill, fulfil, (be, become, [idiom] draw, give in, go) full(-ly, -ly set, tale), (over-) flow, fulness, furnish, gather (selves, together), presume, replenish, satisfy, set, space, take a (hand-) full, [phrase] have wholly. See also: Genesis 1:22; 2 Chronicles 16:14; Psalms 10:7.
אַחֲרֵ֥י
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Prep
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
יְהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
Study Notes — Numbers 32:12
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 32:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 32:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 32:12
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Numbers 32:12
- Cambridge Bible on Numbers 32:12
- Barnes' Notes on Numbers 32:12
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 32:12
- Sermons on Numbers 32:12
Context — The Tribes East of the Jordan
10So the anger of the LORD was kindled that day, and He swore an oath, saying,
11‘Because they did not follow Me wholeheartedly, not one of the men twenty years of age or older who came out of Egypt will see the land that I swore to give Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—
12not one except Caleb son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite and Joshua son of Nun—because they did follow the LORD wholeheartedly.’
13The anger of the LORD burned against Israel, and He made them wander in the wilderness forty years, until the whole generation who had done evil in His sight was gone. 14Now behold, you, a brood of sinners, have risen up in place of your fathers to further stoke the burning anger of the LORD against Israel.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 1:36 | except Caleb son of Jephunneh. He will see it, and I will give him and his descendants the land on which he has set foot, because he followed the LORD wholeheartedly.” |
| 2 | Numbers 14:30 | Surely none of you will enter the land in which I swore to settle you, except Caleb son of Jephunneh and Joshua son of Nun. |
| 3 | Numbers 14:24 | But because My servant Caleb has a different spirit and has followed Me wholeheartedly, I will bring him into the land he has entered, and his descendants will inherit it. |
| 4 | Joshua 14:8–9 | Although my brothers who went with me made the hearts of the people melt with fear, I remained loyal to the LORD my God. On that day Moses swore to me, saying, ‘Surely the land on which you have set foot will be an inheritance to you and your children forever, because you have wholly followed the LORD my God.’ |
| 5 | Numbers 26:65 | For the LORD had told them that they would surely die in the wilderness. Not one was left except Caleb son of Jephunneh and Joshua son of Nun. |
Numbers 32:12 Summary
[This verse tells us that Caleb and Joshua were the only two people from their generation who would enter the Promised Land because they followed the Lord wholeheartedly. This means they trusted and obeyed Him completely, without any reservation or hesitation. We can learn from their example by trusting in the Lord's promises and obeying His commands, as encouraged in Deuteronomy 6:5 and Matthew 22:37. By doing so, we can experience the Lord's blessing and provision in our lives, just like Caleb and Joshua did.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to follow the Lord wholeheartedly?
Following the Lord wholeheartedly means to trust and obey Him completely, without any reservation or hesitation, as seen in the examples of Caleb and Joshua in Numbers 32:12, and as encouraged in Deuteronomy 6:5 and Matthew 22:37.
Why were Caleb and Joshua spared from the Lord's judgment?
Caleb and Joshua were spared because they followed the Lord wholeheartedly, trusting in His promises and obeying His commands, as seen in Numbers 32:12, and as a result, they were allowed to enter the Promised Land, as stated in Numbers 14:24 and Joshua 1:3.
What is the significance of the phrase 'not one except' in Numbers 32:12?
The phrase 'not one except' emphasizes that Caleb and Joshua were the only two individuals from their generation who would enter the Promised Land, highlighting their unique faithfulness and obedience to the Lord, as seen in Numbers 32:12 and Hebrews 3:18-19.
How does this verse relate to the concept of faith and obedience?
This verse illustrates the importance of faith and obedience in the Christian life, as seen in the examples of Caleb and Joshua, who demonstrated their faith by following the Lord wholeheartedly, and as taught in Romans 1:5 and 2 Corinthians 10:5-6.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am not following the Lord wholeheartedly, and how can I surrender them to Him?
- How can I, like Caleb and Joshua, demonstrate my faith and trust in the Lord's promises and provision in my life?
- What are some ways that I can cultivate a deeper desire to follow the Lord wholeheartedly, and what are some potential obstacles that I may face?
- In what ways can I, like Caleb and Joshua, be a positive influence on those around me, encouraging them to trust and obey the Lord?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 32:12
Save Caleb the son of Jephunneh the Kenezite, and Joshua the son of Nun,.... See Numbers 14:30, whether Caleb or Jephunneh is called the Kenezite is not so easy to determine; the latter rather seems
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 32:12
And wherefore discourage ye the heart of the children of Israel from going over into the land which the LORD hath given them? No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 32:12
The Kenezite; so called from Kenaz, his grandfather, or one of his eminent ancestors, .
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 32:12
(12) For they have wholly followed the Lord.—See Numbers 14:24.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Numbers 32:12
Verse 12. Caleb the son of Jephunneh the Kenezite] It was Jephunneh that was the Kenezite, and not Caleb. Kenaz was probably the father of Jephunneh.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 32:12
8–13. Moses refers to the narrative of the spies in chs. 13 f. In the preliminary note to ch. 13 it is shewn that that narrative is a combination of the traditions of J E and of P ; and both of these supply material to the present passage. The starting-point and the destination of the spies (Kadesh and Eshcol) are from the former, and the mention of Joshua from the latter.
Barnes' Notes on Numbers 32:12
The Kenezite - Kenaz Genesis 36:11 was the name of one of the “dukes of Edom:” but Israel and Edom were of kindred origin, and the use of similar names by the two peoples is not surprising.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 32:12
12. Caleb — Joshua 14:6-12, notes. Kenezite — A descendant of Kenaz, who was probably an Edomite. Genesis 36:11; Genesis 36:15.
Sermons on Numbers 32:12
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Give Me This Mountain by Gareth Evans | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the story of Caleb from the Bible. Caleb, at the age of 85, declares that he feels as strong as he did 40 years ago and believes he can still |
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Joshua (Part 11): A Whole-Hearted Follower by Richard Sipley | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of wholeheartedly following the Lord. He references the life of John Wesley, who was a dedicated follower of God and made a sig |
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The Path to Blessing by Charles E. Cowman | Charles E. Cowman emphasizes the importance of following the Lord wholeheartedly, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:36, where those who wholly follow the Lord receive blessings. He encourag |
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A Different Spirit by Gary Wilkerson | Gary Wilkerson preaches on the importance of having a 'different spirit' like Joshua and Caleb, contrasting it with the carnal life of the other spies in Numbers 13. He emphasizes |
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Caleb by Welcome Detweiler | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the example of Caleb from the Bible who is commended for his wholehearted devotion to God. The speaker challenges the audience to examine the |
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The Spirit of Caleb by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of possessing what God has promised to us. He encourages both young and old believers to enter into and possess the blessings |
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25. Fighting Battles for the Next Generation by Denny Kenaston | This sermon emphasizes the importance of fighting battles for the next generation, drawing inspiration from the story of Caleb in Numbers. It highlights the need for first and seco |