New International Versionthe land the LORD subdued before the people of Israel—are suitable for livestock, and your servants have livestock.
New Living TranslationThe LORD has conquered this whole area for the community of Israel, and it is ideally suited for all our livestock.
English Standard Versionthe land that the LORD struck down before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock, and your servants have livestock.”
Berean Standard Biblewhich the LORD conquered before the congregation of Israel, are suitable for livestock—and your servants have livestock.”
King James BibleEven the country which the LORD smote before the congregation of Israel, is a land for cattle, and thy servants have cattle:
New King James Versionthe country which the LORD defeated before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock, and your servants have livestock.”
New American Standard Biblethe land which the LORD conquered before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock, and your servants have livestock.”
NASB 1995the land which the LORD conquered before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock, and your servants have livestock.”
NASB 1977the land which the LORD conquered before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock; and your servants have livestock.”
Legacy Standard Biblethe land, which Yahweh struck before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock, and your servants have livestock.”
Amplified Biblethe land which the LORD conquered before the congregation of Israel, is a land [suitable] for livestock, and your servants have [very large herds of] livestock.”
Christian Standard Biblewhich the LORD struck down before the community of Israel, is good land for livestock, and your servants own livestock.”
Holman Christian Standard Biblewhich the LORD struck down before the community of Israel, is good land for livestock, and your servants own livestock.”
American Standard Versionthe land which Jehovah smote before the congregation of Israel, is a land for cattle; and thy servants have cattle.
English Revised Versionthe land which the LORD smote before the congregation of Israel, is a land for cattle, and thy servants have cattle.
GOD'S WORD® Translationthe land that the LORD won for the community of Israel, is a good place for livestock. Gentlemen, we have livestock.
International Standard Versionthe land that the LORD defeated in the sight of the community of Israel—is perfect for cattle and your servants have cattle.
NET Biblethe land that the LORD subdued before the community of Israel, is ideal for cattle, and your servants have cattle."
New Heart English Biblethe land which the LORD struck before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock; and your servants have livestock."
Webster's Bible TranslationEven the country which the LORD smote before the congregation of Israel, is a land for cattle, and thy servants have cattle: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblewhich the LORD conquered before the congregation of Israel, are suitable for livestock—and your servants have livestock.”
World English Biblethe land which Yahweh struck before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock; and your servants have livestock.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionthe land which YHWH has struck before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock, and your servants have livestock.”
Young's Literal Translation the land which Jehovah hath smitten before the company of Israel, is a land for cattle, and thy servants have cattle.'
Smith's Literal TranslationThe land which Jehovah smote before the assembly of Israel, it is a land of cattle, and to thy servants are cattle. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe land, which the Lord hath conquered in the sight of the children of Israel, is a very fertile soil for the feeding of beasts: and we thy servants have very much cattle:
Catholic Public Domain Versionthe land, which the Lord has struck in the sight of the sons of Israel, is a very fertile region for pasturing animals. And we, your servants, have very many cattle.
New American Biblethe land which the LORD has laid low before the community of Israel, is a land for livestock, and your servants have livestock.”
New Revised Standard Versionthe land that the LORD subdued before the congregation of Israel—is a land for cattle; and your servants have cattle.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe land which the LORD smote before the children of Israel is a land for cattle, and your servants have cattle;
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedThe land that LORD JEHOVAH put to the sword before the children of Israel, the land that is where to go for the pasture of cattle, and your Servants have cattle”: OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917the land which the LORD smote before the congregation of Israel, is a land for cattle, and thy servants have cattle.'
Brenton Septuagint Translationthe land which the Lord has delivered up before the children of Israel, is pasture land, and thy servants have cattle.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Tribes East of the Jordan… 3“Ataroth, Dibon, Jazer, Nimrah, Heshbon, Elealeh, Sebam, Nebo, and Beon, 4whichthe LORDconqueredbeforethe congregationof Israel,are suitablefor livestock—and your servantshave livestock.”5“If we have found favor in your sight,” they said, “let this land be given to your servants as a possession. Do not make us cross the Jordan.”…
Cross References Deuteronomy 3:12-17So at that time we took possession of this land. To the Reubenites and Gadites I gave the land beyond Aroer along the Arnon Valley, and half the hill country of Gilead, along with its cities. / To the half-tribe of Manasseh I gave the rest of Gilead and all of Bashan, the kingdom of Og. (The entire region of Argob, the whole territory of Bashan, used to be called the land of the Rephaim.) / Jair, a descendant of Manasseh, took the whole region of Argob as far as the border of the Geshurites and Maacathites. He renamed Bashan after himself, Havvoth-jair, by which it is called to this day. ...
Joshua 13:8-13The other half of Manasseh, along with the Reubenites and Gadites, had received the inheritance Moses had given them beyond the Jordan to the east, just as Moses the servant of the LORD had assigned to them: / The area from Aroer on the rim of the Arnon Valley, along with the city in the middle of the valley, the whole plateau of Medeba as far as Dibon, / and all the cities of Sihon king of the Amorites who reigned in Heshbon, as far as the border of the Ammonites; ...
Joshua 22:1-9Then Joshua summoned the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh / and told them, “You have done all that Moses the servant of the LORD commanded you, and you have obeyed my voice in all that I commanded you. / All this time you have not deserted your brothers, up to this very day, but have kept the charge given you by the LORD your God. ...
Deuteronomy 2:26-37So from the Wilderness of Kedemoth I sent messengers with an offer of peace to Sihon king of Heshbon, saying, / “Let us pass through your land; we will stay on the main road. We will not turn to the right or to the left. / You can sell us food to eat and water to drink in exchange for silver. Only let us pass through on foot, ...
Deuteronomy 3:1-11Then we turned and went up the road to Bashan, and Og king of Bashan and his whole army came out to meet us in battle at Edrei. / But the LORD said to me, “Do not fear him, for I have delivered him into your hand, along with all his people and his land. Do to him as you did to Sihon king of the Amorites, who lived in Heshbon.” / So the LORD our God also delivered Og king of Bashan and his whole army into our hands. We struck them down until no survivor was left. ...
1 Chronicles 5:9-10They also settled in the east as far as the edge of the desert that extends to the Euphrates River, because their livestock had increased in the land of Gilead. / During the days of Saul they waged war against the Hagrites, who were defeated at their hands, and they occupied the dwellings of the Hagrites throughout the region east of Gilead.
1 Chronicles 5:18-22The Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh had 44,760 warriors—valiant men who carried the shield and sword, drew the bow, and were trained for battle. / They waged war against the Hagrites, as well as Jetur, Naphish, and Nodab. / And because they cried out to God in battle, they were helped against their enemies, and the Hagrites and all their allies were delivered into their hands. Because they put their trust in God, He answered their prayers. ...
Psalm 135:10-12He struck down many nations and slaughtered mighty kings: / Sihon king of the Amorites, Og king of Bashan, and all the kings of Canaan. / He gave their land as an inheritance, as a heritage to His people Israel.
Psalm 136:17-22He struck down great kings His loving devotion endures forever. / and slaughtered mighty kings—His loving devotion endures forever. / Sihon king of the Amorites His loving devotion endures forever. ...
Isaiah 16:8-9For the fields of Heshbon have withered, along with the grapevines of Sibmah. The rulers of the nations have trampled its choicest vines, which had reached as far as Jazer and spread toward the desert. Their shoots had spread out and passed over the sea. / So I weep with Jazer for the vines of Sibmah; I drench Heshbon and Elealeh with my tears. Triumphant shouts have fallen silent over your summer fruit and your harvest.
Jeremiah 48:32I will weep for you, O vine of Sibmah, more than I weep for Jazer. Your tendrils have extended to the sea; they reach even to Jazer. The destroyer has descended on your summer fruit and grape harvest.
Acts 7:45And our fathers who received it brought it in with Joshua when they dispossessed the nations God drove out before them. It remained until the time of David,
Hebrews 4:8For if Joshua had given them rest, God would not have spoken later about another day.
Acts 13:19And having vanquished seven nations in Canaan, He gave their land to His people as an inheritance.
Hebrews 11:33-34who 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 Even the country which the LORD smote before the congregation of Israel, is a land for cattle, and your servants have cattle: Numbers 21:24,34 And Israel smote him with the edge of the sword, and possessed his land from Arnon unto Jabbok, even unto the children of Ammon: for the border of the children of Ammonwas strong… Deuteronomy 2:24-35 Rise ye up, take your journey, and pass over the river Arnon: behold, I have given into thine hand Sihon the Amorite, king of Heshbon, and his land: begin to possessit, and contend with him in battle… Jump to Previous AssemblyCattleChildrenCompanyCongregationConqueredCountryHandsIsraelLivestockServantsSmittenSmoteStruckSubduedSuitableJump to Next AssemblyCattleChildrenCompanyCongregationConqueredCountryHandsIsraelLivestockServantsSmittenSmoteStruckSubduedSuitableNumbers 32 1.The Reubenites and Gadites ask for inheritance on the east side of Jordan6.Moses reproves them16.They offer him conditions with which he is content33.Moses assigns them the land39.They conquer it.which the LORD conquered before the congregation of IsraelThis phrase highlights the divine intervention and leadership of God in the victories of Israel. The conquest of the land was not merely a result of military strategy but was attributed to the LORD's power and promise. This reflects the fulfillment of God's covenant with Abraham, promising his descendants a land of their own ( Genesis 15:18-21). The phrase underscores the communal aspect of Israel's journey, emphasizing that the victories were witnessed by the entire congregation, reinforcing their collective identity and faith in God's promises. are suitable for livestock
The land's suitability for livestock indicates its fertility and abundance, which was crucial for a nomadic people transitioning to a settled life. This reflects the pastoral lifestyle of many Israelite tribes, who depended on livestock for their livelihood. The mention of livestock also connects to the patriarchs, such as Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who were shepherds and herdsmen. The land's suitability for livestock would have been seen as a sign of God's provision and blessing, aligning with the promise of a land flowing with milk and honey (Exodus 3:8). and your servants have livestock.
This phrase reveals the practical concerns of the tribes of Reuben and Gad, who possessed large herds and flocks. Their request to settle in the conquered land east of the Jordan was driven by the need to provide for their animals. This request, however, also raises questions about unity and commitment to the collective mission of Israel. It foreshadows the potential for division, as these tribes prioritize their immediate needs over the broader goal of entering the Promised Land. The phrase also reflects the social structure of the time, where wealth and status were often measured by the size of one's livestock, indicating the tribes' prosperity and God's blessing upon them. Persons / Places / Events 1. The Reubenites and GaditesThese are the tribes of Israel who approached Moses with a request concerning the land suitable for their livestock. 2. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, who is approached by the Reubenites and Gadites with their request. 3. The Land of Jazer and GileadRegions east of the Jordan River, known for their suitability for livestock, which the Reubenites and Gadites desired to settle in. 4. The LORDThe divine being who conquered the land before the Israelites, emphasizing His role in providing for His people. 5. The Congregation of IsraelThe collective body of the Israelite tribes, who were involved in the conquest and settlement of the Promised Land. Teaching Points God's ProvisionRecognize that God provides for our needs, often in ways that align with our circumstances and responsibilities. Community and ResponsibilityUnderstand the importance of considering the needs of the community and not just individual desires when making decisions. Faith and ObedienceTrust in God's plan and timing, even when it requires patience and obedience to His commands. StewardshipBe good stewards of the resources and opportunities God provides, using them to benefit both ourselves and others. Unity in DiversityAppreciate the diversity within the body of believers and work towards unity, even when different tribes or groups have varying needs and roles. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Numbers 32
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Numbers 32:1–5: How could the tribes of Reuben and Gad realistically sustain such large herds in a desert environment with limited resources?
If God is just, why were thousands punished for the actions of a few in Numbers 16:49?
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Hebrew whichאֲשֶׁ֨ר(’ă·šer)Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834:Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order thatthe LORDיְהוָה֙(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelconqueredהִכָּ֤ה(hik·kāh)Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5221:To strikebeforeלִפְנֵי֙(lip̄·nê)Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 6440:The facethe congregationעֲדַ֣ת(‘ă·ḏaṯ)Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 5712:A stated assemblageof Israel,יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל(yiś·rā·’êl)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478:Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his descare suitableהָאָ֗רֶץ(hā·’ā·reṣ)Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776:Earth, landfor livestock—מִקְנֶ֖ה(miq·neh)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4735:Something bought, property, livestock, acquisitionand your servantsוְלַֽעֲבָדֶ֖יךָ(wə·la·‘ă·ḇā·ḏe·ḵā)Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 5650:Slave, servanthave livestock.”מִקְנֶֽה׃(miq·neh)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4735:Something bought, property, livestock, acquisition
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