Numbers 34:14

Verse

For the tribes of the Reubenites and Gadites, along with the half-tribe of Manasseh, have already received their inheritance.

American Standard Version (1901)

for the tribe of the children of Reuben according to their fathers’ houses, and the tribe of the children of Gad according to their fathers’ houses, have received, and the half-tribe of Manasseh have received, their inheritance:

Bible in Basic English

For the tribe of the children of Reuben, by their fathers' families, and the tribe of the children of Gad, by their fathers' families, and the half-tribe of Manasseh, have been given their heritage:

Free Bible Version

The tribes of Reuben and Gad, together with the half-tribe of Manasseh, have already received their allocation.

King James (Authorized) Version

For the tribe of the children of Reuben according to the house of their fathers, and the tribe of the children of Gad according to the house of their fathers, have received their inheritance; and half the tribe of Manasseh have received their inheritance:

One Unity Resource Bible

for the tribe of the children of Reuben [See, a son!] according to their fathers’ houses, and the tribe of the children of Gad [Good fortune] according to their fathers’ houses, have received, and the half-tribe of Manasseh [Causing to forget] have received, their inheritance.

Translation for Translators

The tribes of Reuben, Gad, and half of the tribe of Manasseh have already received the land in which they will live.

Unlocked Literal Bible

The tribe of the descendants of Reuben, following the assignment of property to their ancestor's tribe, and the tribe of the descendants of Gad, following the assignment of property to their ancestor's tribe, and the half tribe of Manasseh have all received their land.

Noah Webster Bible

For the tribe of the children of Reuben, according to the house of their fathers, and the tribe of the children of Gad according to the house of their fathers, have received their inheritance ; and half the tribe of Manasseh have received their inheritance:

World English Bible

for the tribe of the children of Reuben according to their fathers’ houses, the tribe of the children of Gad according to their fathers’ houses, and the half-tribe of Manasseh have received their inheritance.

Young's Literal Translation

for the tribe of the sons of Reuben have received, by the house of their fathers; and the tribe of the children of Gad, by the house of their fathers; and the half of the tribe of Manasseh have received their inheritance;

Context

The Boundaries of Canaan

¹³So Moses commanded the Israelites, “Apportion this land by lot as an inheritance. The LORD has commanded that it be given to the nine and a half tribes.¹⁴For the tribes of the Reubenites and Gadites, along with the half-tribe of Manasseh, have already received their inheritance.¹⁵These two and a half tribes have received their inheritance across the Jordan from Jericho, toward the sunrise.”

Summary

This verse mentions the appointment of leaders from the tribes of Reuben and Gad to help in the division of the land of Canaan among the Israelites. It highlights the importance of cooperation and unity among the tribes in carrying out God's instructions. By involving representatives from different tribes, it promotes fairness and inclusivity in the distribution of the promised land. This act also demonstrates God's faithfulness in fulfilling His covenant with the Israelites by ensuring that each tribe receives its rightful inheritance. Overall, the verse underscores the orderly and just nature of God's plan for His people.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

For the tribe of the children of Reuben, according to the house of their fathers,.... That tribe, and all the families belonging to it: have received their inheritance, and half the tribe of Manasseh have received their inheritance; that is, it was agreed they should have it on condition of their going along with the other tribes over Jordan into the land of Canaan, and assist them in the conquest of it, Num 32:1.