Numbers 34:29

Verse

These are the ones whom the LORD commanded to apportion the inheritance to the Israelites in the land of Canaan.

American Standard Version (1901)

These are they whom Jehovah commanded to divide the inheritance unto the children of Israel in the land of Canaan.

These are they to whom the Lord gave orders to make the distribution of the heritage among the children of Israel in the land of Canaan.

Free Bible Version

These are the names of those the Lord put in charge of allocating land ownership in the country of Canaan.

King James (Authorized) Version

These are they whom the LORD commanded to divide the inheritance unto the children of Israel in the land of Canaan.

One Unity Resource Bible

These are they whom Adonai enjoined to divide the inheritance to the children of Israel [God prevails] in the land of Canaan [Humbled].

Translation for Translators

Yahweh commanded that all those were the men who should divide the Canaan region among the Israeli people.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Yahweh commanded these men to divide the land of Canaan and to give each of the tribes of Israel their share.

Noah Webster Bible

These are they whom the LORD commanded to divide the inheritance to the children of Israel in the land of Canaan.

World English Bible

These are they whom Yahweh commanded to divide the inheritance to the children of Israel in the land of Canaan.

Young's Literal Translation

These [are] those whom Jehovah hath commanded to give the sons of Israel inheritance in the land of Canaan.

Context

Leaders to Divide the Land

²⁸and Pedahel son of Ammihud, a leader from the tribe of Naphtali.”²⁹These are the ones whom the LORD commanded to apportion the inheritance to the Israelites in the land of Canaan.

Summary

In Numbers 34:29, the appointment of Caleb son of Jephunneh from the tribe of Judah to represent the Israelites in dividing the land among the tribes is highlighted. This selection underscores Caleb's faithfulness and courage, as seen in his previous report with Joshua about the Promised Land. It also signifies God's recognition of Caleb's loyalty and trust in Him, rewarding him with the responsibility of overseeing the distribution of territory. This verse showcases the importance of faith, obedience, and perseverance in God's plans, leading to blessings and honor in fulfilling His purposes.

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