New International VersionFrom Hebron Caleb drove out the three Anakites—Sheshai, Ahiman and Talmai, the sons of Anak.
New Living TranslationCaleb drove out the three groups of Anakites—the descendants of Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai, the sons of Anak.
English Standard VersionAnd Caleb drove out from there the three sons of Anak, Sheshai and Ahiman and Talmai, the descendants of Anak.
Berean Standard BibleAnd Caleb drove out from there the three sons of Anak—the descendants of Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak.
King James BibleAnd Caleb drove thence the three sons of Anak, Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak.
New King James VersionCaleb drove out the three sons of Anak from there: Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak.
New American Standard BibleAnd Caleb drove out from there the three sons of Anak: Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak.
NASB 1995Caleb drove out from there the three sons of Anak: Sheshai and Ahiman and Talmai, the children of Anak.
NASB 1977And Caleb drove out from there the three sons of Anak: Sheshai and Ahiman and Talmai, the children of Anak.
Legacy Standard BibleAnd Caleb dispossessed from there the three sons of Anak: Sheshai and Ahiman and Talmai, the children of Anak.
Amplified BibleSo Caleb drove out from there the three sons of Anak: Sheshai and Ahiman and Talmai, the children of Anak.
Christian Standard BibleCaleb drove out from there the three sons of Anak: Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai, descendants of Anak.
Holman Christian Standard BibleCaleb drove out from there the three sons of Anak: Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai, descendants of Anak.
American Standard VersionAnd Caleb drove out thence the three sons of Anak: Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak.
Contemporary English VersionCaleb attacked Hebron and forced the three Anakim clans of Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai to leave.
English Revised VersionAnd Caleb drove out thence the three sons of Anak, Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationCaleb forced out Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai, three descendants of Anak from Hebron.
Good News TranslationCaleb drove the descendants of Anak out of the city--the clans of Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai.
International Standard VersionFrom there Caleb drove the three descendants of Anak, Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai—the Anakim.
NET BibleCaleb drove out from there three Anakites--Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai, descendants of Anak.
New Heart English BibleCaleb drove out the three sons of Anak: Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the descendants of Anak.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd Caleb drove thence the three sons of Anak, Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd Caleb drove out from there the three sons of Anak—the descendants of Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak.
World English BibleCaleb drove out the three sons of Anak: Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Caleb is dispossessing there the three sons of Anak: Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, children of Anak,
Young's Literal Translation And Caleb is dispossessing thence the three sons of Anak, Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, children of Anak,
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd Caleb drove from thence the three sons of Anak, Sheshai, and Ahiman and Talmai, children of Anak. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Caleb destroyed out of it the three sons of Ehac, Sesai and Ahiman. and Tholmai of the race of Enac.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd Caleb destroyed from it the three sons of Anak, Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, of the stock of Anak.
New American BibleAnd Caleb dispossessed from there the three Anakim, the descendants of Anak: Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai.
New Revised Standard VersionAnd Caleb drove out from there the three sons of Anak: Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai, the descendants of Anak. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Caleb slew there the three descendants of giants, Sheshai and Ahiman and Tholmai, the descendants of the giants.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd Kalab killed with the sword three sons of the giants from there: Shishai and Akhiman and Tulmai, sons of the giants OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Caleb drove out thence the three sons of Anak, Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd Chaleb the son of Jephone destroyed thence the three sons of Enac, Susi, and Tholami, and Achima.
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Context Caleb's Portion and Conquest13According to the LORD’s command to him, Joshua gave Caleb son of Jephunneh a portion among the sons of Judah—Kiriath-arba, that is, Hebron. (Arba was the forefather of Anak.) 14And Calebdrove outfrom therethe threesonsof Anak—the descendants ofSheshai,Ahiman,and Talmai,the childrenof Anak.15From there he marched against the inhabitants of Debir (formerly known as Kiriath-sepher).…
Cross References Judges 1:10Judah also marched against the Canaanites who were living in Hebron (formerly known as Kiriath-arba), and they struck down Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai.
Numbers 13:22They went up through the Negev and came to Hebron, where Ahiman, Sheshai, and Talmai, the descendants of Anak, dwelled. It had been built seven years before Zoan in Egypt.
Judges 1:20Just as Moses had promised, Judah gave Hebron to Caleb, who drove out the descendants of the three sons of Anak.
Genesis 23:2She died in Kiriath-arba (that is, Hebron) in the land of Canaan, and Abraham went out to mourn and to weep for her.
Genesis 14:13Then an escapee came and reported this to Abram the Hebrew. Now Abram was living near the Oaks of Mamre the Amorite, a brother of Eshcol and Aner, all of whom were bound by treaty to Abram.
Genesis 23:19After this, Abraham buried his wife Sarah in the cave of the field at Machpelah near Mamre (that is, Hebron) in the land of Canaan.
Genesis 25:9His sons Isaac and Ishmael buried him in the cave of Machpelah near Mamre, in the field of Ephron son of Zohar the Hittite.
Genesis 35:27Jacob returned to his father Isaac at Mamre, near Kiriath-arba (that is, Hebron), where Abraham and Isaac had stayed.
Genesis 49:29-31Then Jacob instructed them, “I am about to be gathered to my people. Bury me with my fathers in the cave in the field of Ephron the Hittite. / The cave is in the field of Machpelah near Mamre, in the land of Canaan. This is the field Abraham purchased from Ephron the Hittite as a burial site. / There Abraham and his wife Sarah are buried, there Isaac and his wife Rebekah are buried, and there I buried Leah.
1 Chronicles 6:55-56They were given Hebron in the land of Judah and its surrounding pasturelands. / But the fields and villages around the city were given to Caleb son of Jephunneh.
1 Chronicles 11:4-5Then David and all the Israelites marched to Jerusalem (that is, Jebus), where the Jebusites inhabited the land. / The people of Jebus said to David, “You will never get in here.” Nevertheless, David captured the fortress of Zion (that is, the City of David).
2 Samuel 5:6-7Now the king and his men marched to Jerusalem against the Jebusites who inhabited the land. The Jebusites said to David: “You will never get in here. Even the blind and lame can repel you.” For they thought, “David cannot get in here.” / Nevertheless, David captured the fortress of Zion (that is, the City of David).
2 Samuel 21:15-22Once again the Philistines waged war against Israel, and David and his servants went down and fought against the Philistines. But David became exhausted. / Then Ishbi-benob, a descendant of Rapha, whose bronze spear weighed three hundred shekels and who was bearing a new sword, resolved to kill David. / But Abishai son of Zeruiah came to his aid, struck the Philistine, and killed him. Then David’s men swore to him, “You must never again go out with us to battle, so that the lamp of Israel may not be extinguished.” ...
1 Chronicles 20:4-8Some time later, war broke out with the Philistines at Gezer. At that time Sibbecai the Hushathite killed Sippai, a descendant of the Rephaim, and the Philistines were subdued. / Once again there was a battle with the Philistines, and Elhanan son of Jair killed Lahmi the brother of Goliath the Gittite, the shaft of whose spear was like a weaver’s beam. / And there was also a battle at Gath, where there was a man of great stature with six fingers on each hand and six toes on each foot—twenty-four in all. He too was descended from Rapha, ...
Hebrews 11:32-34And what more shall I say? Time will not allow me to tell of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets, / who through faith conquered kingdoms, administered justice, and gained what was promised; who shut the mouths of lions, / quenched the raging fire, and escaped the edge of the sword; who gained strength from weakness, became mighty in battle, and put foreign armies to flight.
Treasury of Scripture And Caleb drove there the three sons of Anak, Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak. Joshua 10:36,37 And Joshua went up from Eglon, and all Israel with him, unto Hebron; and they fought against it: … Joshua 11:21 And at that time came Joshua, and cut off the Anakims from the mountains, from Hebron, from Debir, from Anab, and from all the mountains of Judah, and from all the mountains of Israel: Joshua destroyed them utterly with their cities. Numbers 13:22,23 And they ascended by the south, and came unto Hebron; where Ahiman, Sheshai, and Talmai, the children of Anak,were. (Now Hebron was built seven years before Zoan in Egypt.) … Jump to Previous AhimanAhi'manAnakAnakitesBornCalebChildrenDescendantsDispossessedDispossessingDroveHebronSheshaiShe'shaiTalmaiThenceThreeJump to Next AhimanAhi'manAnakAnakitesBornCalebChildrenDescendantsDispossessedDispossessingDroveHebronSheshaiShe'shaiTalmaiThenceThreeJoshua 15 1.The borders of the lot of Judah13.Caleb's portion and conquest16.Othniel, for his valour, marries Achsah, Caleb's daughter18.She obtains a blessing of her father21.The cities of Judah63.The Jebusites unconqueredAnd Caleb drove out from thereCaleb, a prominent figure from the tribe of Judah, is known for his faithfulness and courage. His actions here fulfill the promise given to him by Moses for his unwavering faith ( Numbers 14:24). The phrase indicates a decisive military action, emphasizing Caleb's role as a leader and warrior. This act of driving out the inhabitants is part of the larger conquest of Canaan, where the Israelites were commanded to take possession of the land promised to them by God ( Deuteronomy 7:1-2). the three sons of Anak
The Anakim were a race of giants mentioned in the Bible, known for their formidable size and strength (Deuteronomy 9:2). The mention of the "three sons of Anak" highlights the specific challenge Caleb faced. These giants were a source of fear for the Israelites, as seen in the report of the spies inNumbers 13:33. Caleb's victory over them demonstrates his faith and reliance on God's promise, serving as a testament to overcoming seemingly insurmountable obstacles through divine assistance. the descendants of Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai
These names are significant as they represent the specific lineage of the Anakim that Caleb confronted. The mention of these individuals personalizes the narrative, providing a historical context to the conquest. It underscores the thoroughness of Caleb's victory, as he not only faced a formidable enemy but also eradicated their leadership. This act of conquest is a fulfillment of God's command to Israel to possess the land and eliminate the influence of its previous inhabitants (Joshua 11:21-22). the children of Anak
The Anakim were considered a powerful and intimidating presence in Canaan. Their defeat by Caleb is symbolic of God's power to deliver His people from fear and oppression. This victory is a precursor to the ultimate triumph over evil, as seen in the broader biblical narrative. The Anakim's defeat can be seen as a type of Christ's victory over sin and death, where the seemingly invincible is overcome by faith and divine intervention. Caleb's conquest serves as an encouragement to believers to trust in God's promises and power, regardless of the challenges they face. Persons / Places / Events 1. CalebA faithful Israelite leader from the tribe of Judah, known for his unwavering faith in God. He was one of the two spies, along with Joshua, who trusted in God's promise to give Israel the land of Canaan. 2. Sons of AnakSheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai were the descendants of Anak, a race of giants known for their formidable presence and strength. They inhabited the land of Hebron, which Caleb sought to conquer. 3. HebronA significant city in the hill country of Judah, known for its historical and spiritual importance. It was the place where Abraham settled and later became a Levitical city of refuge. 4. AnakimA race of giants mentioned in the Old Testament, known for their intimidating stature and strength. They were considered a major obstacle for the Israelites in their conquest of Canaan. 5. Conquest of CanaanThe broader context of this passage is the Israelite conquest of the Promised Land, a fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham and his descendants. Teaching Points Faith Overcomes FearCaleb's actions demonstrate that faith in God's promises can empower us to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles. God Rewards FaithfulnessCaleb's inheritance of Hebron is a testament to God's faithfulness in rewarding those who trust and obey Him. Spiritual WarfareThe physical battle against the Anakim symbolizes the spiritual battles believers face, reminding us to rely on God's strength. Leadership and CourageCaleb's leadership exemplifies the courage required to lead others in faith, even when facing daunting challenges. Inheritance Through ObedienceJust as Caleb received his inheritance through obedience, believers are called to live obediently to receive God's promises. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Joshua 15
In Joshua 14:9, how do we reconcile the promise made by Moses to Caleb with the sparse extrabiblical records of such a grant?
In Joshua 15:13-14, how can we verify Caleb's conquest of Hebron when historical and archaeological records of such a victory are sparse?
In Joshua 14:13-15, what evidence supports or challenges the biblical claim that Hebron was specially given to Caleb?
Where is the historical record or physical proof of Anak's descendants mentioned in Numbers 13:22 and 13:33?Verse 14. - The three sons of Anak. This also must not he pressed literally. Possibly these men were three chiefs of the Anakim. The children of Anak.סתנאדנךשׂסךד יְלִידֵי, thus supporting the view taken in the last note (see for the word Genesis 14:14; Genesis 17:12, where it is used of a slave born in the house).
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Hebrew And Calebכָּלֵ֔ב(kā·lêḇ)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3612:Caleb -- a son of Jephunneh and sent by Moses to spy out the landdrove outוַיֹּ֤רֶשׁ(way·yō·reš)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3423:To occupy, to seize, to rob, to inherit, to expel, to impoverish, to ruinfrom thereמִשָּׁם֙(miš·šām)Preposition-m | Adverb
Strong's 8033:There, then, thitherthe threeשְׁלוֹשָׁ֖ה(šə·lō·wō·šāh)Number - masculine singular
Strong's 7969:Three, third, thricesonsבְּנֵ֣י(bə·nê)Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121:A sonof Anak—הָעֲנָ֑ק(hā·‘ă·nāq)Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6061:Anak -- 'neck', a Canaanitethe descendants ofאֶת־(’eṯ-)Direct object marker
Strong's 853:Untranslatable mark of the accusative caseSheshai,שֵׁשַׁ֤י(šê·šay)Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 8344:Sheshai -- a son of AnakAhiman,אֲחִימַן֙(’ă·ḥî·man)Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 289:Ahiman -- a Levite, also a son of Anakand Talmai,תַּלְמַ֔י(tal·may)Noun - proper
Strong's 8526:Talmai -- 'plowman', a father-in-law of David, also a descendant of Anakthe childrenיְלִידֵ֖י(yə·lî·ḏê)Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 3211:Bornof Anak.הָעֲנָֽק׃(hā·‘ă·nāq)Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6061:Anak -- 'neck', a Canaanite
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