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◄ Numbers 34:13►

New International Version
Moses commanded the Israelites: “Assign this land by lot as an inheritance. The LORD has ordered that it be given to the nine-and-a-half tribes,

New Living Translation
Then Moses told the Israelites, “This territory is the homeland you are to divide among yourselves by sacred lot. The LORD has commanded that the land be divided among the nine and a half remaining tribes.

English Standard Version
Moses commanded the people of Israel, saying, “This is the land that you shall inherit by lot, which the LORD has commanded to give to the nine tribes and to the half-tribe.

Berean Standard Bible
So 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.

King James Bible
And Moses commanded the children of Israel, saying, Thisis the land which ye shall inherit by lot, which the LORD commanded to give unto the nine tribes, and to the half tribe:

New King James Version
Then Moses commanded the children of Israel, saying: “Thisis the land which you shall inherit by lot, which the LORD has commanded to give to the nine tribes and to the half-tribe.

New American Standard Bible
So Moses commanded the sons of Israel, saying, “This is the land that you are to possess by lot, which the LORD has commanded to give to the nine and a half tribes.

NASB 1995
So Moses commanded the sons of Israel, saying, “This is the land that you are to apportion by lot among you as a possession, which the LORD has commanded to give to the nine and a half tribes.

NASB 1977
So Moses commanded the sons of Israel, saying, “This is the land that you are to apportion by lot among you as a possession, which the LORD has commanded to give to the nine and a half tribes.

Legacy Standard Bible
So Moses commanded the sons of Israel, saying, “This is the land that you shall inherit by lot among you as a possession, which Yahweh has commanded to give to the nine and a half tribes.

Amplified Bible
So Moses commanded the Israelites, saying, “This is the land you are to inherit by lot, which the LORD has commanded to be given to the nine tribes and the half-tribe [of Manasseh],

Christian Standard Bible
So Moses commanded the Israelites, “This is the land you are to receive by lot as an inheritance, which the LORD commanded to be given to the nine and a half tribes.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So Moses commanded the Israelites, “This is the land you are to receive by lot as an inheritance, which the LORD commanded to be given to the nine and a half tribes.

American Standard Version
And Moses commanded the children of Israel, saying, This is the land which ye shall inherit by lot, which Jehovah hath commanded to give unto the nine tribes, and to the half-tribe;

Contemporary English Version
Then Moses told the people, "You will receive the land inside these borders. It will be yours, but the LORD has commanded you to divide it among the nine and a half tribes.

English Revised Version
And Moses commanded the children of Israel, saying, This is the land which ye shall inherit by lot, which the LORD hath commanded to give unto the nine tribes, and to the half tribe:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Moses commanded the Israelites, "This is the land you will divide by drawing lots. The LORD has commanded that this land will be given to the nine-and-a-half tribes.

Good News Translation
So Moses said to the Israelites, "This is the land that you will receive by drawing lots, the land that the LORD has assigned to the nine and one-half tribes.

International Standard Version
Moses commanded the Israelis, "You are to inherit this land by lot, just as the LORD commanded to give it to the remaining nine and a half tribes.

NET Bible
Then Moses commanded the Israelites: "This is the land which you will inherit by lot, which the LORD has commanded to be given to the nine and a half tribes,

New Heart English Bible
Moses commanded the children of Israel, saying, "This is the land which you shall inherit by lot, which the LORD has commanded to give to the nine tribes, and to the half-tribe;

Webster's Bible Translation
And Moses commanded the children of Israel, saying, This is the land which ye shall inherit by lot, which the LORD commanded to give to the nine tribes, and to the half tribe:

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
So 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.

World English Bible
Moses commanded the children of Israel, saying, “This is the land which you shall inherit by lot, which Yahweh has commanded to give to the nine tribes, and to the half-tribe;

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And Moses commands the sons of Israel, saying, “This [is] the land which you inherit by lot, which YHWH has commanded to give to the nine tribes and the half of the tribe;

Young's Literal Translation
And Moses commandeth the sons of Israel, saying, 'This is the land which ye inherit by lot, which Jehovah hath commanded to give to the nine tribes and the half of the tribe;

Smith's Literal Translation
And Moses will command the sons of Israel, saying, This the land which ye shall inherit it by lot, which Jehovah commanded to give to the nine tribes, and the half tribe.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And Moses commanded the children of Israel, saying: This shall be the land which you shall possess by lot, and which the Lord hath commanded to be given to the nine tribes, and to the half tribe.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And Moses instructed the sons of Israel, saying: “This shall be the land which you shall possess by lot, and which the Lord has ordered to be given to the nine tribes, and to the half tribe.

New American Bible
Moses also gave this order to the Israelites: “This is the land, to be apportioned among you by lot, which the LORD has commanded to be given to the nine and a half tribes.

New Revised Standard Version
Moses commanded the Israelites, saying: This is the land that you shall inherit by lot, which the LORD has commanded to give to the nine tribes and to the half-tribe;

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And Moses commanded the children of Israel, saying, This is the land which you shall divide by lots, which the LORD has commanded to give to the nine tribes, and to the half tribe;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Moshe commanded the children of Israel and said to them, “This is the land that you will divide into portions that LORD JEHOVAH commanded to give to the nine tribes and to the half tribe:

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And Moses commanded the children of Israel, saying: 'This is the land wherein ye shall receive inheritance by lot, which the LORD hath commanded to give unto the nine tribes, and to the half-tribe;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Moses charged the children of Israel, saying, Thisis the land which ye shall inherit by lot, even as the Lord commanded us to give it to the nine tribes and the half-tribe of Manasse.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

The Boundaries of Canaan
…12Then the border will go down along the Jordan and end at the Salt Sea. This will be your land, defined by its borders on all sides.”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.…

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Cross References

Joshua 14:1-2
Now these are the portions that the Israelites inherited in the land of Canaan, as distributed by Eleazar the priest, Joshua son of Nun, and the heads of the families of the tribes of Israel. / Their inheritance was assigned by lot for the nine and a half tribes, as the LORD had commanded through Moses.

Joshua 13:6-7
All the inhabitants of the hill country from Lebanon to Misrephoth-maim—all the Sidonians—I Myself will drive out before the Israelites. Be sure to divide it by lot as an inheritance to Israel, as I have commanded you. / Now therefore divide this land as an inheritance to the nine tribes and the half-tribe of Manasseh.”

Deuteronomy 1:8
See, I have placed the land before you. Enter and possess the land that the LORD swore He would give to your fathers Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and to their descendants after them.”

Deuteronomy 11:24
Every place where the sole of your foot treads will be yours. Your territory will extend from the wilderness to Lebanon, and from the Euphrates River to the Western Sea.

Genesis 15:18
On 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—

Ezekiel 47:13-14
This 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.

Joshua 21:2
at Shiloh in the land of Canaan and said to them, “The LORD commanded through Moses that we be given cities in which to live, together with pasturelands for our livestock.”

Joshua 18:10
And Joshua cast lots for them in the presence of the LORD at Shiloh, where he distributed the land to the Israelites according to their divisions.

Joshua 19:51
These are the inheritances that Eleazar the priest, Joshua son of Nun, and the heads of the families distributed by lot to the tribes of Israel at Shiloh before the LORD at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. So they finished dividing up the land.

Acts 13:19
And having vanquished seven nations in Canaan, He gave their land to His people as an inheritance.

Psalm 105:11
“I will give you the land of Canaan as the portion of your inheritance.”

Nehemiah 9:8
You found his heart faithful before You, and made a covenant with him to give the land of the Canaanites and Hittites, of the Amorites and Perizzites, of the Jebusites and Girgashites—to give it to his descendants. You have kept Your promise, because You are righteous.

Hebrews 11:9
By faith he dwelt in the promised land as a stranger in a foreign country. He lived in tents, as did Isaac and Jacob, who were heirs with him of the same promise.

Acts 7:5
He gave him no inheritance here, not even a foot of ground. But God promised to give possession of the land to Abraham and his descendants, even though he did not yet have a child.

Genesis 17:8
And to you and your descendants I will give the land where you are residing—all the land of Canaan—as an eternal possession; and I will be their God.”

Treasury of Scripture

And Moses commanded the children of Israel, saying, This is the land which you shall inherit by lot, which the LORD commanded to give to the nine tribes, and to the half tribe:

this is the land

Numbers 34:1
And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,

Joshua 14:1,2
And theseare the countries which the children of Israel inherited in the land of Canaan, which Eleazar the priest, and Joshua the son of Nun, and the heads of the fathers of the tribes of the children of Israel, distributed for inheritance to them…

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Numbers 34

1.The borders of the land
16.The names of the men who shall divide the land

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

So Moses commanded the Israelites
Moses, as the leader appointed by God, is delivering instructions to the Israelites. This reflects his role as a mediator between God and His people, similar to how Christ mediates the New Covenant (Hebrews 9:15). The Israelites, descendants of Jacob, are the chosen people through whom God is working His redemptive plan. This command comes as they are on the brink of entering the Promised Land, a fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham (Genesis 12:7).

Apportion this land by lot as an inheritance
The use of lots to divide the land signifies God's sovereignty in the distribution, ensuring that each tribe receives its portion according to divine will (Proverbs 16:33). The concept of inheritance is significant, as it ties back to the Abrahamic covenant where God promised land to Abraham's descendants (Genesis 15:18-21). This inheritance is a type of the eternal inheritance believers receive through Christ (Ephesians 1:11).

The LORD has commanded that it be given
This phrase underscores the divine authority behind the allocation of the land. It is not merely a human decision but a fulfillment of God's command. This reflects the biblical theme of obedience to God's directives, which is a recurring theme throughout Scripture (Deuteronomy 28:1-2).

To the nine and a half tribes
The reference to nine and a half tribes is due to the fact that the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh had already received their inheritance east of the Jordan River (Numbers 32:33). This division highlights the unity and diversity within the people of Israel, as well as God's provision for each tribe. It also foreshadows the unity of believers in Christ, who are diverse yet one body (1 Corinthians 12:12-14).

Persons / Places / Events

1.Moses
The leader of the Israelites who is conveying God's command regarding the division of the Promised Land.

2.The Israelites
The chosen people of God, who are about to enter and settle in the Promised Land.

3.The Nine and a Half Tribes
Refers to the tribes of Israel that are to receive their inheritance west of the Jordan River. This excludes the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh, who had already received their inheritance east of the Jordan.

4.The Promised Land
The land of Canaan, which God promised to Abraham and his descendants.

5.Apportionment by Lot
A method used to distribute the land among the tribes, signifying God's sovereign choice in the allocation.

Teaching Points

Divine Sovereignty in Inheritance
The distribution of the land by lot underscores God's sovereignty and His direct involvement in the lives of His people. Believers can trust that God is in control of their circumstances and future.

Faithfulness to God's Promises
The allocation of the land is a fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham. This teaches us that God is faithful to His promises, and we can rely on His word.

Unity and Obedience Among God's People
The Israelites' obedience to God's command through Moses demonstrates the importance of unity and submission to God's will. As believers, we are called to work together in unity and follow God's guidance.

The Role of Leadership in God's Plan
Moses' role in communicating and executing God's command highlights the importance of godly leadership. Leaders in the church are called to faithfully guide and instruct God's people according to His word.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Numbers 34:13?

2.How does Numbers 34:13 guide us in understanding God's promises to Israel?

3.What role does obedience play in receiving God's inheritance, as seen in Numbers 34:13?

4.How can we apply the concept of "inheritance" in our spiritual lives today?

5.How does Numbers 34:13 connect with God's covenant promises in Genesis 15:18?

6.What lessons on leadership can we learn from Moses' instructions in Numbers 34:13?

7.What does Numbers 34:13 reveal about God's promise to the Israelites?

8.How does Numbers 34:13 define the boundaries of the Promised Land?

9.Why is the division of land significant in Numbers 34:13?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 34?

11.Who was Caleb in the Bible?

12.What are key events in Joshua's life?

13.Numbers 14:18 insists that God is slow to anger yet punishes sin; how can this be consistent with the immediate, severe judgment in the same chapter?

14.Numbers 31 compared to earlier laws in Exodus and Leviticus: Why does this narrative's approach to warfare seem inconsistent with other divine commandments?

What Does Numbers 34:13 Mean

So Moses commanded the Israelites

“Moses then commanded the Israelites…”.

• Moses speaks as the covenant mediator, relaying God’s word without alteration (Exodus 19:3–7;Deuteronomy 34:10).

• His command carries the full weight of divine authority; to obey Moses is to obey the LORD (Numbers 27:21;John 9:28–29).

• The charge is given just before Israel’s entry into Canaan, underscoring the urgency of final instructions (Deuteronomy 1:3;Joshua 1:1–2).

Apportion this land by lot as an inheritance

“Apportion this land by lot as an inheritance.”

• Casting lots placed the decision in God’s hands (Proverbs 16:33;Acts 1:24–26).

• The land is viewed not merely as real estate but as a lasting “inheritance,” a covenant gift passed to future generations (Genesis 17:8;Psalm 105:11).

• The method prevents favoritism, ensuring every tribe trusts God’s sovereign choice (Joshua 14:1–2; 18:6–10).

The LORD has commanded that it be given

“The LORD has commanded that it be given…”

• The ultimate ownership of Canaan belongs to the LORD (Leviticus 25:23), so only He can assign it.

• His command confirms the unbroken promise first made to Abraham (Genesis 12:7; 13:15) and reiterated to Moses (Deuteronomy 34:4).

• Obedience to this directive becomes an act of faith, mirroring Israel’s earlier failures to trust and now offering a fresh start (Numbers 14:8–9;Hebrews 4:6–7).

to the nine and a half tribes

“…to the nine and a half tribes.”

• Reuben, Gad, and half-tribe Manasseh already received land east of the Jordan (Numbers 32:33;Joshua 13:15–32), leaving nine and a half tribes for the west.

• This detail highlights God’s meticulous care for each group—none overlooked, none over-favored (Deuteronomy 29:7–8).

• The half-tribe division of Manasseh illustrates both unity in identity and diversity in allocation (Joshua 17:1–6).

summary

Numbers 34:13 records Moses faithfully conveying God’s directive: the remaining land of Canaan must be distributed by lot to the nine and a half western tribes. The verse underscores God’s sovereignty, fairness, and covenant faithfulness. By trusting the lot, Israel acknowledges that the LORD alone determines their inheritance, fulfilling promises first spoken to the patriarchs and now immediately before conquest.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

So Moses
מֹשֶׁ֔ה(mō·šeh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4872:Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver

commanded
וַיְצַ֣ו(way·ṣaw)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6680:To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order

the Israelites,
בְּנֵ֥י(bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121:A son

“{Apportion} this
זֹ֣את(zōṯ)
Pronoun - feminine singular
Strong's 2063:Hereby in it, likewise, the one other, same, she, so much, such deed, that,

land
הָאָ֗רֶץ(hā·’ā·reṣ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776:Earth, land

by lot
בְּגוֹרָ֔ל(bə·ḡō·w·rāl)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1486:Lot -- a lot (for casting)

as an inheritance,
תִּתְנַחֲל֤וּ(tiṯ·na·ḥă·lū)
Verb - Hitpael - Imperfect - second person masculine plural
Strong's 5157:To inherit, to occupy, to bequeath, distribute, instate

which
אֲשֶׁ֨ר(’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834:Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

the LORD
יְהוָ֔ה(Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

commanded
צִוָּ֣ה(ṣiw·wāh)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6680:To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order

to be given
לָתֵ֛ת(lā·ṯêṯ)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 5414:To give, put, set

to the nine
לְתִשְׁעַ֥ת(lə·ṯiš·‘aṯ)
Preposition-l | Number - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8672:Nine, ninth

and a half
וַחֲצִ֥י(wa·ḥă·ṣî)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 2677:The half, middle

tribes.
הַמַּטּ֖וֹת(ham·maṭ·ṭō·wṯ)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 4294:A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribe

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OT Law: Numbers 34:13 Moses commanded the children of Israel saying (Nu Num.)