New International VersionPaltiel son of Azzan, the leader from the tribe of Issachar;
New Living TranslationIssachar Paltiel son of Azzan
English Standard VersionOf the tribe of the people of Issachar a chief, Paltiel the son of Azzan.
Berean Standard BiblePaltiel son of Azzan, a leader from the tribe of Issachar;
King James BibleAnd the prince of the tribe of the children of Issachar, Paltiel the son of Azzan.
New King James Versiona leader from the tribe of the children of Issachar, Paltiel the son of Azzan;
New American Standard BibleOf the tribe of the sons of Issachar, a leader, Paltiel the son of Azzan.
NASB 1995“Of the tribe of the sons of Issachar a leader, Paltiel the son of Azzan.
NASB 1977“And of the tribe of the sons of Issachar a leader, Paltiel the son of Azzan.
Legacy Standard BibleOf the tribe of the sons of Issachar a leader, Paltiel the son of Azzan.
Amplified Biblefrom the tribe of the sons of Issachar a leader, Paltiel the son of Azzan;
Christian Standard BiblePaltiel son of Azzan, a leader from the tribe of Issachar’s descendants;
Holman Christian Standard BiblePaltiel son of Azzan, a leader from the tribe of Issachar;
American Standard VersionAnd of the tribe of the children of Issachar a prince, Paltiel the son of Azzan.
English Revised VersionAnd of the tribe of the children of Issachar a prince, Paltiel the son of Azzan.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationPaltiel, son of Azzan, the leader of the tribe of Issachar;
International Standard VersionAzzan's son Paltiel to be leader of the tribe of Issachar,
NET Biblefrom the tribe of the Issacharites, a leader, Paltiel son of Azzan;
New Heart English BibleOf the tribe of the people of Issachar a prince, Paltiel the son of Azzan.
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd the prince of the tribe of the children of Issachar, Paltiel the son of Azzan. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BiblePaltiel son of Azzan, a leader from the tribe of Issachar;
World English BibleOf the tribe of the children of Issachar a prince, Paltiel the son of Azzan. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand a prince of the tribe of the sons of Issachar, Paltiel son of Azzan;
Young's Literal Translation and of the tribe of the sons of Issachar, the prince Paltiel son of Azzan;
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd for the tribe of the sons of Issachar: chief Paltiel, son of Azzan. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleOf the tribe of Issachar, Phaltiel the prince, the son of Ozan.
Catholic Public Domain Versionfrom the tribe of Issachar, Paltiel the leader, the son of Azzan;
New American Biblefrom the tribe of the Issacharites: a leader, Paltiel, son of Azzan;
New Revised Standard VersionOf the tribe of the Issacharites a leader, Paltiel son of Azzan. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleOf the tribe of Issachar, Petael the son of Azzor.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedFrom the tribe of Issakar, Petayel son of Azor. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And of the tribe of the children of Issachar a prince, Paltiel the son of Azzan.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationOf the tribe of the sons of Issachar, the prince was Phaltiel the son of Oza.
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Context Leaders for Dividing the Land… 25Eli-zaphan son of Parnach, a leader from the tribe of Zebulun; 26Paltielsonof Azzan,a leaderfrom the tribeof Issachar;27Ahihud son of Shelomi, a leader from the tribe of Asher;…
Cross References Joshua 13:15-23This is what Moses had given to the clans of the tribe of Reuben: / The territory from Aroer on the rim of the Arnon Valley, along with the city in the middle of the valley, to the whole plateau beyond Medeba, / to Heshbon and all its cities on the plateau, including Dibon, Bamoth-baal, Beth-baal-meon, ...
Joshua 21:36-37From the tribe of Reuben they were given Bezer, Jahaz, / Kedemoth, and Mephaath—four cities, together with their pasturelands.
1 Chronicles 6:78-79From the tribe of Reuben east of the Jordan opposite Jericho they were given Bezer in the wilderness, Jahzah, / Kedemoth, and Mephaath, together with their pasturelands.
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. ...
Deuteronomy 29:8We took their land and gave it as an inheritance to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.
Ezekiel 48:1-7“Now these are the names of the tribes: At the northern frontier, Dan will have one portion bordering the road of Hethlon to Lebo-hamath and running on to Hazar-enan on the border of Damascus with Hamath to the north, and extending from the east side to the west side. / Asher will have one portion bordering the territory of Dan from east to west. / Naphtali will have one portion bordering the territory of Asher from east to west. ...
Ezekiel 48:23-29As for the rest of the tribes: Benjamin will have one portion extending from the east side to the west side. / Simeon will have one portion bordering the territory of Benjamin from east to west. / Issachar will have one portion bordering the territory of Simeon from east to west. ...
Genesis 49:19Gad will be attacked by raiders, but he will attack their heels.
Judges 1:27-36At that time Manasseh failed to drive out the inhabitants of Beth-shean, Taanach, Dor, Ibleam, Megiddo, and their villages; for the Canaanites were determined to dwell in that land. / When Israel became stronger, they pressed the Canaanites into forced labor, but they never drove them out completely. / Ephraim also failed to drive out the Canaanites living in Gezer; so the Canaanites continued to dwell among them in Gezer. ...
1 Kings 4:19Geber son of Uri in the land of Gilead, including the territories of Sihon king of the Amorites and of Og king of Bashan. There was also one governor in the land of Judah.
Matthew 19:28Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.
Luke 22:30so that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.
Acts 26:7the promise our twelve tribes are hoping to see fulfilled as they earnestly serve God day and night. It is because of this hope, O king, that I am accused by the Jews.
Romans 11:1-5I ask then, did God reject His people? Certainly not! I am an Israelite myself, a descendant of Abraham, from the tribe of Benjamin. / God did not reject His people, whom He foreknew. Do you not know what the Scripture says about Elijah, how he appealed to God against Israel: / “Lord, they have killed Your prophets and torn down Your altars. I am the only one left, and they are seeking my life as well”? ...
Hebrews 11:21By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of Joseph’s sons and worshiped as he leaned on the top of his staff.
Treasury of Scripture And the prince of the tribe of the children of Issachar, Paltiel the son of Azzan. Jump to Previous ChiefChildrenIssacharIs'sacharLeaderPaltielPhaltielPrinceJump to Next ChiefChildrenIssacharIs'sacharLeaderPaltielPhaltielPrinceNumbers 34 1.The borders of the land16.The names of the men who shall divide the landPaltiel son of AzzanPaltiel, whose name means "God is my deliverance," is identified as the son of Azzan. The mention of his lineage highlights the importance of family heritage and tribal affiliation in Israelite society. Names often held significant meaning, reflecting the character or destiny of the individual. The name Paltiel suggests a reliance on God for deliverance, which is a recurring theme throughout the Bible. Azzan, though not widely mentioned elsewhere, signifies the importance of family heads in maintaining tribal identity and leadership. a leader from the tribe of Issachar
Issachar was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Jacob's son Issachar. This tribe was known for its wisdom and understanding of the times, as noted in1 Chronicles 12:32. Leaders from Issachar were often seen as insightful and strategic, playing crucial roles in guiding the nation. The tribe's territory was located in a fertile region, which contributed to its prosperity and influence. Paltiel's role as a leader underscores the tribal structure of Israel, where each tribe had representatives responsible for governance and decision-making. This structure foreshadows the New Testament concept of the body of Christ, where each member has a unique role and function. Persons / Places / Events 1. IssacharOne of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Issachar, the fifth son of Jacob and Leah. The tribe is known for its agricultural prowess and wisdom. 2. PaltielA leader from the tribe of Issachar chosen to help divide the land of Canaan among the Israelites. His name means "God is my deliverance." 3. AzzanThe father of Paltiel. Little is known about him, but his mention signifies the importance of lineage and heritage in Israelite society. 4. CanaanThe Promised Land that God pledged to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The division of this land among the tribes of Israel is a significant event in their history. 5. Land DivisionThe allocation of the land of Canaan among the tribes of Israel, as commanded by God, is a pivotal moment in the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs. Teaching Points God's Faithfulness in Fulfillment of PromisesThe division of the land among the tribes of Israel is a testament to God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. We can trust that God will fulfill His promises to us as well. Importance of Godly LeadershipPaltiel's role as a leader in the division of the land underscores the importance of godly leadership. Leaders should seek God's guidance and wisdom in their decisions. Heritage and LegacyThe mention of Azzan highlights the importance of heritage and legacy. As Christians, we should consider the spiritual legacy we are leaving for future generations. Unity and Cooperation Among God's PeopleThe division of the land required cooperation among the tribes. In the body of Christ, unity and cooperation are essential for fulfilling God's purposes. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of Numbers 34:26?
2.How does Numbers 34:26 emphasize the importance of tribal leadership in Israel's history?
3.What role does Paltiel son of Azzan play in Numbers 34:26?
4.How can we apply the concept of godly leadership from Numbers 34:26 today?
5.How does Numbers 34:26 connect to God's promise of land to Abraham's descendants?
6.What qualities should modern Christian leaders emulate from Paltiel's appointment in Numbers 34:26?
7.What is the significance of Pedahel's role in Numbers 34:26?
8.How does Numbers 34:26 fit into the broader context of Israel's land inheritance?
9.Why is the tribe of Naphtali specifically mentioned in Numbers 34:26?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 34?
11.What are the names and meanings of Israel's twelve tribes?
12.Who are the Sons of Jacob?
13.1 Chronicles 26:4-6: Why detail Obed-Edom's lineage so precisely with no external evidence to confirm these large family claims?
14.How did Moses die according to biblical accounts?What Does Numbers 34:26 Mean Paltiel•Numbers 34 lists men appointed “to assign the inheritance of the Israelites in the land of Canaan” (v. 29). Paltiel is one of these chosen representatives, standing beside prominent figures like Eleazar the priest and Joshua (v. 17). • His very appearance in Scripture affirms that God works through specific people in real history—individuals whose names were recorded for all generations (cf.Malachi 3:16). • By selecting one man per tribe (Numbers 34:18-19), the Lord ensured that every inheritance decision would be made with firsthand tribal input, reflecting both divine sovereignty and communal responsibility.
Son of Azzan• Mentioning the father anchors Paltiel in a recognized family line, echoing the pattern seen from Genesis onward (e.g.,Genesis 5:3-32;Exodus 6:14). • Lineage mattered because land rights were tied to ancestral identity (Numbers 26:52-55). By stating “son of Azzan,” Scripture safeguards the integrity of the allotment process. • It also reminds us that God’s purposes flow through generations: what began with Abraham (Genesis 12:1-7) now comes to fruition in his descendants occupying the promised territory.
A leader• The Hebrew term rendered “leader” (Numbers 34:18) denotes one lifted up for responsibility, similar to the leaders selected to assist Moses earlier (Exodus 18:21-25;Numbers 1:16). • Leadership in Israel carried weighty expectations: – Represent the people before God (Numbers 27:1-2). – Uphold justice without partiality (Deuteronomy 1:16-17). – Model obedience, for “to whom much is given, much will be required” (Luke 12:48). • Paltiel’s inclusion signals that every tribe needed godly oversight as they stepped into God’s promise, foreshadowing the shared leadership later seen under Joshua (Joshua 14:1-2).
From the tribe of Issachar• Issachar had been numbered at 64,300 fighting men before entering Canaan (Numbers 26:25), showing the tribe’s significant presence. • Jacob’s blessing pictured Issachar as willing to bear burdens for the sake of reward (Genesis 49:14-15); Moses blessed them for rejoicing in their tents and inviting others to the mountain of worship (Deuteronomy 33:18-19). Paltiel’s role fulfills these words by helping secure Issachar’s territory and, by extension, the worship life of the nation. • Later, Issachar’s men are praised for “understanding the times” (1 Chronicles 12:32), indicating discernment—an essential trait for allocating land wisely.
summaryNumbers 34:26 highlights one man, Paltiel, linking him to his father, his leadership role, and his tribe. Each detail underscores God’s orderly, faithful provision: individual names matter, family heritage matters, righteous leadership matters, and every tribe matters. Together they remind us that receiving God’s promises involves both divine appointment and human faithfulness in every generation.
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Hebrew Paltielפַּלְטִיאֵ֖ל(pal·ṭî·’êl)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6409:Paltiel -- 'deliverance of God', two Israelitessonבְנֵֽי־(ḇə·nê-)Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121:A sonof Azzan,עַזָּֽן׃(‘az·zān)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5821:Azzan -- 'strong', a man of Issachara leaderנָשִׂ֑יא(nā·śî)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5387:An exalted one, a king, sheik, a rising mistfrom the tribeוּלְמַטֵּ֥ה(ū·lə·maṭ·ṭêh)Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4294:A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribeof Issachar;בֶּן־(ben-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121:A son
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