New International VersionLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain and Rimmon—a total of twenty-nine towns and their villages.
New Living TranslationLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon—twenty-nine towns with their surrounding villages.
English Standard VersionLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon: in all, twenty-nine cities with their villages.
Berean Standard BibleLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon—twenty-nine cities in all, along with their villages.
King James BibleAnd Lebaoth, and Shilhim, and Ain, and Rimmon: all the cities are twenty and nine, with their villages:
New King James VersionLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon: all the cities are twenty-nine, with their villages.
New American Standard BibleLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon; in all, twenty-nine cities with their villages.
NASB 1995and Lebaoth and Shilhim and Ain and Rimmon; in all, twenty-nine cities with their villages.
NASB 1977and Lebaoth and Shilhim and Ain and Rimmon; in all, twenty-nine cities with their villages.
Legacy Standard Bibleand Lebaoth and Shilhim and Ain and Rimmon; in all, twenty-nine cities with their villages.
Amplified Bibleand Lebaoth and Shilhim and Ain and Rimmon; in all twenty-nine cities with their villages.
Christian Standard BibleLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon—twenty-nine cities in all, with their settlements.
Holman Christian Standard BibleLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon—29 cities in all, with their villages.
American Standard Versionand Lebaoth, and Shilhim, and Ain, and Rimmon: all the cities are twenty and nine, with their villages.
English Revised Versionand Lebaoth, and Shilhim, and Ain, and Rimmon: all the cities are twenty and nine, with their villages.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon.
Good News TranslationLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon: twenty-nine cities in all, along with the towns around them.
International Standard VersionLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon, for a total of 29 cities and villages.
NET BibleLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon--a total of twenty-nine cities and their towns.
New Heart English Bibleand Lebaoth, and Shilhim, and En Rimmon. All the cities are twenty-nine, with their villages.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd Lebaoth, and Shilhim, and Ain, and Rimmon: all the cities are twenty and nine, with their villages: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon—twenty-nine cities in all, along with their villages.
World English BibleLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon. All the cities are twenty-nine, with their villages. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Lebaoth, and Shilhim, and Ain, and Rimmon; all the cities [are] twenty-nine, and their villages.
Young's Literal Translation and Lebaoth, and Shilhim, and Ain, and Rimmon; all the cities are twenty and nine, and their villages.
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd Lebaoth and Shilhim and Ain and Rimmon: all the cities twenty and nine and their enclosures: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleLebaoth and Selim and Aen and Remmon: all the cities twenty-nine, and their villages.
Catholic Public Domain VersionLebaoth and Shilhim, and Ain and Rimmon. All the cities were twenty-nine, and their villages.
New American BibleLebaoth, Shilhim, and Ain and Rimmon; a total of twenty-nine cities with their villages.
New Revised Standard VersionLebaoth, Shilhim, Ain, and Rimmon: in all, twenty-nine towns, with their villages. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleLebaoth, Shaloh, and Airmon, all the cities are thirty-six with their villages;
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd Labeuth and Shlukh and Irmun, all thirty six cities and their fields OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and Lebaoth, and Shilhim, and Ain, and Rimmon; all the cities are twenty and nine, with their villages.
Brenton Septuagint Translationand Labos, and Sale, and Eromoth; twenty-nine cities, and their villages.
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Context The Cities of Judah… 31Ziklag, Madmannah, Sansannah, 32Lebaoth,Shilhim,Ain,and Rimmon—twenty-ninecitiesin all,along with their villages.33These were in the foothills: Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah,…
Cross References Numbers 34:2-12“Command the Israelites and say to them: When you enter the land of Canaan, it will be allotted to you as an inheritance with these boundaries: / Your southern border will extend from the Wilderness of Zin along the border of Edom. On the east, your southern border will run from the end of the Salt Sea, / cross south of the Ascent of Akrabbim, continue to Zin, and go south of Kadesh-barnea. Then it will go on to Hazar-addar and proceed to Azmon, ...
Joshua 19:1-9The second lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Simeon: Their inheritance lay within the territory of Judah / and included Beersheba (or Sheba), Moladah, / Hazar-shual, Balah, Ezem, ...
1 Chronicles 4:28-33They lived in Beersheba, Moladah, Hazar-shual, / Bilhah, Ezem, Tolad, / Bethuel, Hormah, Ziklag, ...
Genesis 15:18-21On that day the LORD made a covenant with Abram, saying, “To your descendants I have given this land—from the river of Egypt to the great River Euphrates— / the land of the Kenites, Kenizzites, Kadmonites, / Hittites, Perizzites, Rephaites, ...
Deuteronomy 34:1-4Then Moses went up from the plains of Moab to Mount Nebo, to the top of Pisgah, which faces Jericho. And the LORD showed him the whole land—from Gilead as far as Dan, / all of Naphtali, the land of Ephraim and Manasseh, all the land of Judah as far as the Western Sea, / the Negev, and the region from the Valley of Jericho (the City of Palms) all the way to Zoar. ...
Judges 1:17Then the men of Judah went with their brothers the Simeonites, attacked the Canaanites living in Zephath, and devoted the city to destruction. So it was called Hormah.
1 Samuel 27:6That day Achish gave him Ziklag, and to this day it still belongs to the kings of Judah.
2 Samuel 24:7They went toward the fortress of Tyre and all the cities of the Hivites and Canaanites. Finally, they went on to the Negev of Judah, to Beersheba.
Ezekiel 47:13-23This is what the Lord GOD says: “These are the boundaries by which you are to divide the land as an inheritance among the twelve tribes of Israel; Joseph shall receive two portions. / You are to divide it equally among them. Because I swore with an uplifted hand to give it to your forefathers, this land will fall to you as an inheritance. / This shall be the boundary of the land: On the north side it will extend from the Great Sea by way of Hethlon through Lebo-hamath to Zedad, ...
Nehemiah 11:25-30As for the villages with their fields, some of the people of Judah lived in Kiriath-arba, Dibon, Jekabzeel, and their villages; / in Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet; / in Hazar-shual; in Beersheba and its villages; ...
Matthew 1:1-17This is the record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham: / Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. ...
Luke 3:23-38Jesus Himself was about thirty years old when He began His ministry. He was regarded as the son of Joseph, the son of Heli, / the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the son of Joseph, / the son of Mattathias, the son of Amos, the son of Nahum, the son of Esli, the son of Naggai, ...
Acts 13:19And having vanquished seven nations in Canaan, He gave their land to His people as an inheritance.
Romans 15:8For I tell you that Christ has become a servant of the circumcised on behalf of God’s truth, to confirm the promises made to the patriarchs,
Galatians 3:16The promises were spoken to Abraham and to his seed. The Scripture does not say, “and to seeds,” meaning many, but “and to your seed,” meaning One, who is Christ.
Treasury of Scripture And Lebaoth, and Shilhim, and Ain, and Rimmon: all the cities are twenty and nine, with their villages: Numbers 34:11 And the coast shall go down from Shepham to Riblah, on the east side of Ain; and the border shall descend, and shall reach unto the side of the sea of Chinnereth eastward: Rimmon Nehemiah 11:29 And at Enrimmon, and at Zareah, and at Jarmuth, Jump to Previous AinA'inCitiesHamletsLebaothNinePlacesRimmonTotalTownsTwentyTwenty-NineUnwalledVillagesJump to Next AinA'inCitiesHamletsLebaothNinePlacesRimmonTotalTownsTwentyTwenty-NineUnwalledVillagesJoshua 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 unconqueredLebaothLebaoth is a town mentioned in the allotment of land to the tribe of Judah. Its name means "lions," which may indicate the presence of lions in the area or symbolize strength and courage. The exact location of Lebaoth is uncertain, but it is believed to be in the southern part of Judah's territory. This area was known for its pastoral activities, which aligns with the name's association with animals. Shilhim
Shilhim is another town listed in the inheritance of Judah. The name Shilhim means "fountains" or "springs," suggesting a location with water sources, which would have been vital for sustaining life in the arid region. The mention of Shilhim highlights the importance of water in the ancient Near East and the strategic placement of towns near such resources. Ain
Ain, meaning "spring" or "eye," is indicative of a water source, similar to Shilhim. The presence of a spring would have made Ain a valuable location for settlement and agriculture. Springs were often seen as blessings from God, providing life-sustaining water in a dry land. Ain's mention in the list underscores the significance of water in the biblical narrative and God's provision for His people. Rimmon
Rimmon, meaning "pomegranate," is a town that may have been known for its fruitfulness or abundance. The pomegranate is a symbol of fertility and prosperity in the Bible, often associated with the Promised Land's bounty. Rimmon's inclusion in Judah's territory reflects the fulfillment of God's promise to give His people a land flowing with milk and honey. twenty-nine cities in all
The total number of cities listed as part of Judah's inheritance is twenty-nine. This enumeration signifies the completeness and sufficiency of God's provision for the tribe. The number of cities also reflects the organizational structure of the tribal allotments, ensuring that each tribe had adequate resources and land to sustain its population. along with their villages
The mention of villages alongside the cities indicates the broader community and agricultural landscape surrounding these urban centers. Villages were essential for supporting the cities, providing food, labor, and other resources. This phrase highlights the interconnectedness of urban and rural life in ancient Israel and the comprehensive nature of the land distribution among the tribes. Persons / Places / Events 1. LebaothA town in the southern part of the territory allotted to the tribe of Judah. Its name means "lionesses," which may indicate strength or a notable feature of the area. 2. ShilhimAnother town within Judah's inheritance. The name is less clear in meaning but is part of the southern settlements. 3. AinA town whose name means "spring" or "fountain," suggesting a location with a water source, which would be vital for settlement. 4. RimmonA town that means "pomegranate," a fruit often associated with abundance and blessing in the Bible. 5. The Tribe of JudahThe tribe receiving this inheritance, known for its leadership role among the tribes of Israel and its connection to the lineage of King David and ultimately Jesus Christ. Teaching Points God's Faithfulness in Fulfillment of PromisesThe allocation of land to Judah is a fulfillment of God's promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It reminds us that God is faithful to His word. Significance of Names and PlacesThe names of the towns (e.g., Lebaoth, Ain, Rimmon) reflect characteristics or resources of the area, reminding us to consider the significance of our own "territories" and how God has equipped us. Inheritance and ResponsibilityJust as Judah received a physical inheritance, believers receive a spiritual inheritance in Christ. We are called to steward our inheritance responsibly. Community and BelongingThe mention of cities and villages highlights the importance of community. As believers, we are part of a larger body and have a role within our spiritual community. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Joshua 15
Who was Hushai in the Bible?
What is the identity of the Kenizzites?
Joshua 17:14-15: If the tribe's population was huge, why was their allotment so limited, and is this numerically believable?
Joshua 24:32 - What historical evidence, if any, validates the transport and burial of Joseph's remains at Shechem centuries after his death?Verse 32. - Ain, Rimmon (see Joshua 19:7; 1 Chronicles 4:32; Nehemiah 11:29). More likely the name of one place Ain-Rimmon, the fountain of the god Rimmon. For Rimmon see 2 Kings 5:18. The word signifying eye, or fountain, is written indifferently Ain or En in our version (see En-shemesh and En-rogel in this chapter). Bitumen is mentioned in Zechariah 14:10 as "south of Jerusalem." Now Umm er-Rumamin (Conder). Verse 32.Twenty-nine. There is another of the very common errors of numbers here. The actual number is thirty-six. The error is as old as the LXX. version.
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew Lebaoth,וּלְבָא֥וֹת(ū·lə·ḇā·’ō·wṯ)Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3822:Lebaoth -- a city in southern JudahShilhim,וְשִׁלְחִ֖ים(wə·šil·ḥîm)Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 7978:Shilhim -- a city in southern JudahAin,וְעַ֣יִן(wə·‘a·yin)Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 5871:Ain -- a spring (of water)and Rimmon—וְרִמּ֑וֹן(wə·rim·mō·wn)Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 7417:A Syrian godtwenty-nineעֶשְׂרִ֥ים(‘eś·rîm)Number - common plural
Strong's 6242:Twenty, twentiethcitiesעָרִ֛ים(‘ā·rîm)Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 5892:Excitementin all,כָּל־(kāl-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, everyalong with their villages.וְחַצְרֵיהֶֽן׃(wə·ḥaṣ·rê·hen)Conjunctive waw | Noun - common plural construct | third person feminine plural
Strong's 2691:A yard, a hamlet
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