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◄ Numbers 36:7►

New International Version
No inheritance in Israel is to pass from one tribe to another, for every Israelite shall keep the tribal inheritance of their ancestors.

New Living Translation
None of the territorial land may pass from tribe to tribe, for all the land given to each tribe must remain within the tribe to which it was first allotted.

English Standard Version
The inheritance of the people of Israel shall not be transferred from one tribe to another, for every one of the people of Israel shall hold on to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

Berean Standard Bible
No inheritance in Israel may be transferred from tribe to tribe, because each of the Israelites is to retain the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

King James Bible
So shall not the inheritance of the children of Israel remove from tribe to tribe: for every one of the children of Israel shall keep himself to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

New King James Version
So the inheritance of the children of Israel shall not change hands from tribe to tribe, for every one of the children of Israel shall keep the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

New American Standard Bible
So no inheritance of the sons of Israel will be transferred from tribe to tribe, for the sons of Israel shall each retain possession of the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

NASB 1995
“Thus no inheritance of the sons of Israel shall be transferred from tribe to tribe, for the sons of Israel shall each hold to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

NASB 1977
“Thus no inheritance of the sons of Israel shall be transferred from tribe to tribe, for the sons of Israel shall each hold to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

Legacy Standard Bible
Thus no inheritance of the sons of Israel shall be transferred from tribe to tribe, for the sons of Israel shall each hold to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

Amplified Bible
So no inheritance of the Israelites shall be transferred from tribe to tribe, for every one of the Israelites shall hold to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers (tribal ancestors).

Christian Standard Bible
No inheritance belonging to the Israelites is to transfer from tribe to tribe, because each of the Israelites is to retain the inheritance of his ancestral tribe.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
An inheritance belonging to the Israelites must not transfer from tribe to tribe, because each of the Israelites is to retain the inheritance of his ancestral tribe.

American Standard Version
So shall no inheritance of the children of Israel remove from tribe to tribe; for the children of Israel shall cleave every one to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

Contemporary English Version
Tribal land must not be given to another tribe--it will remain the property of the tribe that received it.

English Revised Version
So shall no inheritance of the children of Israel remove from tribe to tribe: for the children of Israel shall cleave every one to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
In this way no land of the Israelites will pass from one tribe to another. Every Israelite must keep the tribal land inherited from his ancestors.

Good News Translation
The property of every Israelite will remain attached to his tribe.

International Standard Version
so that the inheritance of the Israelis won't be turned over from one tribe to another. Each one has an inheritance from his own father's tribe that the Israelis are to maintain.

NET Bible
In this way the inheritance of the Israelites will not be transferred from tribe to tribe. But every one of the Israelites must retain the ancestral heritage.

New Heart English Bible
So shall no inheritance of the children of Israel remove from tribe to tribe; for the children of Israel shall all keep the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

Webster's Bible Translation
So shall not the inheritance of the children of Israel remove from tribe to tribe: for every one of the children of Israel shall keep himself to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
No inheritance in Israel may be transferred from tribe to tribe, because each of the Israelites is to retain the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

World English Bible
So shall no inheritance of the children of Israel move from tribe to tribe; for the children of Israel shall all keep the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
and the inheritance of the sons of Israel does not turn around from tribe to tribe; for each of the sons of Israel cleaves to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

Young's Literal Translation
and the inheritance of the sons of Israel doth not turn round from tribe unto tribe; for each to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers, do the sons of Israel cleave.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the inheritance of the sons of Israel shall not remove from tribe to tribe; for the sons of Israel shall cleave each to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
Lest the possession of the children of Israel be mingled from tribe to tribe. For all men shall marry wives of their own tribe and kindred:

Catholic Public Domain Version
lest the possession of the sons of Israel become commingled, from tribe to tribe. For all men shall take wives from their own tribe and kinship;

New American Bible
so that no heritage of the Israelites will pass from one tribe to another, but all the Israelites will retain their own ancestral heritage.

New Revised Standard Version
so that no inheritance of the Israelites shall be transferred from one tribe to another; for all Israelites shall retain the inheritance of their ancestral tribes.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
So that no inheritance of the children of Israel shall be transferred from one tribe to another tribe; for every one of the children of Israel shall cleave to the inheritance of the tribe of his father.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the inheritance of the children of Israel shall not go around from tribe to another tribe, but each man of the children of Israel shall cleave to the inheritance of the tribe of his father.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
So shall no inheritance of the children of Israel remove from tribe to tribe; for the children of Israel shall cleave every one to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
So shall not the inheritance of the children of Israel go about from tribe to tribe, for the children of Israel shall steadfastly continue each in the inheritance of his family's tribe.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Zelophehad's Daughters Marry
…6This is what the LORD has commanded concerning the daughters of Zelophehad: They may marry anyone they please, provided they marry within a clan of the tribe of their father.7No inheritance in Israel may be transferred from tribe to tribe,because each of the Israelites is to retain the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.8Every daughter who possesses an inheritance from any Israelite tribe must marry within a clan of the tribe of her father, so that every Israelite will possess the inheritance of his fathers.…

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Cross References

Leviticus 25:23
The land must not be sold permanently, because it is Mine, and you are but foreigners and residents with Me.

Joshua 13:7
Now therefore divide this land as an inheritance to the nine tribes and the half-tribe of Manasseh.”

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 18:4-10
Appoint three men from each tribe, and I will send them out to survey the land and map it out, according to the inheritance of each. Then they will return to me / and divide the land into seven portions. Judah shall remain in their territory in the south, and the house of Joseph shall remain in their territory in the north. / When you have mapped out the seven portions of land and brought it to me, I will cast lots for you here in the presence of the LORD our God. ...

Ezekiel 46:16-18
This is what the Lord GOD says: ‘If the prince gives a gift to any of his sons as an inheritance, it will belong to his descendants. It will become their property by inheritance. / But if he gives a gift from his inheritance to one of his servants, it will belong to that servant until the year of freedom; then it will revert to the prince. His inheritance belongs only to his sons; it shall be theirs. / The prince must not take any of the inheritance of the people by evicting them from their property. He is to provide an inheritance for his sons from his own property, so that none of My people will be displaced from his property.’”

1 Kings 21:3
But Naboth replied, “The LORD forbid that I should give you the inheritance of my fathers.”

Ruth 4:3-4
And he said to the kinsman-redeemer, “Naomi, who has returned from the land of Moab, is selling the piece of land that belonged to our brother Elimelech. / I thought I should inform you that you may buy it back in the presence of those seated here and in the presence of the elders of my people. If you want to redeem it, do so. But if you will not redeem it, tell me so I may know, because there is no one but you to redeem it, and I am next after you.” “I will redeem it,” he replied.

1 Chronicles 28:8
So now in the sight of all Israel, the assembly of the LORD, and in the hearing of our God, keep and seek out all the commandments of the LORD your God, so that you may possess this good land and leave it as an inheritance to your descendants forever.

Nehemiah 11:1
Now the leaders of the people settled in Jerusalem, and the rest of the people cast lots to bring one out of ten to live in the holy city of Jerusalem, while the remaining nine were to dwell in their own towns.

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.

Matthew 19:29
And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or wife or children or fields for the sake of My name will receive a hundredfold and will inherit eternal life.

Luke 18:29-30
“Truly I tell you,” Jesus replied, “no one who has left home or wife or brothers or parents or children for the sake of the kingdom of God / will fail to receive many times more in this age—and in the age to come, eternal life.”

Acts 2:45
Selling their possessions and goods, they shared with anyone who was in need.

Acts 4:34-35
There were no needy ones among them, because those who owned lands or houses would sell their property, bring the proceeds from the sales, / and lay them at the apostles’ feet for distribution to anyone as he had need.

Romans 8:17
And if we are children, then we are heirs: heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ—if indeed we suffer with Him, so that we may also be glorified with Him.

Treasury of Scripture

So shall not the inheritance of the children of Israel remove from tribe to tribe: for every one of the children of Israel shall keep himself to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.

for every one.

Numbers 36:9
Neither shall the inheritance remove fromone tribe to another tribe; but every one of the tribes of the children of Israel shall keep himself to his own inheritance.

1 Kings 21:3
And Naboth said to Ahab, The LORD forbid it me, that I should give the inheritance of my fathers unto thee.

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Numbers 36

1.The inheritance of daughters is remedied by marrying in their own tribes
7.Lest the inheritance should be removed from the tribe
10.The daughters of Zelophehad marry their father's brothers' sons

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

No inheritance in Israel may be transferred from tribe to tribe
This phrase underscores the importance of maintaining tribal boundaries and inheritance within the nation of Israel. The division of the land among the tribes was established by God (Joshua 13-21), and it was crucial for maintaining the identity and stability of each tribe. The prohibition against transferring inheritance ensured that the land remained within the original tribal allotments, preserving the distinctiveness and heritage of each tribe. This principle reflects the broader biblical theme of God's order and design for His people, emphasizing stewardship and faithfulness to divine instructions.

because each of the Israelites is to retain the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers
This part of the verse emphasizes the continuity of family and tribal lineage. The inheritance laws were designed to keep the land within the family, ensuring that each tribe maintained its allotted portion. This was not only a matter of economic stability but also of spiritual significance, as the land was a tangible sign of God's promise to Abraham and his descendants (Genesis 12:7). The retention of inheritance within the tribe also foreshadows the New Testament concept of spiritual inheritance, where believers are called to remain faithful to the spiritual heritage received through Christ (Ephesians 1:11-14).

Persons / Places / Events

1.Israelites
The descendants of Jacob, also known as Israel, who are the chosen people of God. They are divided into twelve tribes, each with its own inheritance in the Promised Land.

2.Tribes of Israel
The twelve divisions of the nation of Israel, each named after one of Jacob's sons. Each tribe received a specific portion of land as their inheritance.

3.Inheritance
The land and possessions passed down through generations within each tribe. This was a crucial aspect of maintaining the identity and stability of each tribe.

4.Moses
The leader of the Israelites who delivered God's laws and instructions, including those concerning inheritance, to the people.

5.Promised Land
The land of Canaan, which God promised to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It was divided among the tribes of Israel as their inheritance.

Teaching Points

Preservation of Identity
The command to retain inheritance within each tribe underscores the importance of preserving the identity and heritage of God's people. In our lives, we should value and uphold our spiritual heritage and identity in Christ.

Stewardship of God's Gifts
Just as the Israelites were to steward their inheritance, we are called to be faithful stewards of the gifts and resources God has entrusted to us.

Unity and Diversity
While each tribe had its own inheritance, they were all part of the larger community of Israel. This teaches us the value of unity in diversity within the body of Christ.

Generational Responsibility
The passage highlights the responsibility to pass down spiritual and material blessings to future generations. We should be intentional about leaving a godly legacy.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Numbers 36:7?

2.How does Numbers 36:7 emphasize the importance of maintaining tribal inheritance boundaries?

3.What lessons on stewardship can we learn from "no inheritance may pass"?

4.How does Numbers 36:7 connect with God's covenant promises to Israel?

5.In what ways can we apply the principle of inheritance to our spiritual lives?

6.How does respecting inheritance boundaries reflect obedience to God's commands in Numbers 36:7?

7.How does Numbers 36:7 address the issue of land inheritance among the tribes of Israel?

8.Why is tribal inheritance emphasized in Numbers 36:7, and what does it signify for Israel's identity?

9.What theological implications does Numbers 36:7 have for understanding God's covenant with Israel?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 36?

11.If women were required to marry within their tribe in Numbers 36, how do we reconcile this with other passages (e.g., Ruth) where foreign marriages seem acceptable?

12.What is Mary's family lineage?

13.Could the strict inheritance stipulations in Numbers 36 have led to conflicting genealogical records, and is there any textual or historical proof of such inconsistencies?

14.Who was Naboth in the Bible?

What Does Numbers 36:7 Mean

No inheritance in Israel

“‘No inheritance in Israel…’” (Numbers 36:7)

• God Himself allotted the land (Leviticus 25:23;Joshua 14:1–2).

• The phrase underscores that the territory does not belong to human landlords but to the covenant community under the Lord’s rule (Psalm 24:1).

• Every boundary stone marked a promise kept (Deuteronomy 32:8–9).

may be transferred from tribe to tribe

“…may be transferred from tribe to tribe…”

• The immediate context is the case of Zelophehad’s daughters, whose marriages could have shifted land between tribes (Numbers 36:1–6).

• Tribal integrity safeguarded identity, worship centers, and mutual support (Joshua 22:24–27).

• Israel’s history later illustrates the chaos that follows ignoring boundaries (1 Kings 12:16–20).

because each of the Israelites

“…because each of the Israelites…”

• The command applies to every household, not merely leaders (Exodus 1:1;Joshua 13:7).

• God’s concern reaches individual hearts while sustaining national unity (Psalm 16:5–6;Romans 12:5).

• Personal obedience contributes to communal blessing (Deuteronomy 29:9).

is to retain the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers

“…is to retain the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers.”

• Land passed down generationally preached God’s faithfulness (Genesis 17:8;Psalm 105:10–11).

• Naboth’s refusal to sell illustrates this conviction centuries later (1 Kings 21:3).

• Holding one’s allotted portion pointed forward to the imperishable inheritance kept in heaven (1 Peter 1:4), grounding hope in God’s unchanging character.

summary

Numbers 36:7 affirms that Israel’s land grants were not negotiable real estate but covenant gifts. By prohibiting tribal land transfers, God preserved identity, worship, and generational hope. Every family, by staying within its God-appointed boundaries, testified that the Lord is faithful to keep His promises—then, now, and forever.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 7. -Every one... shall keep himself to the inheritance of the tribe of his fathers. This was to be the general rule which governed all such questions. Every Israelite had his own share in the inheritance of his tribe, and with that he was to be content, and not seek to intrude on other tribes. Accordingly the decision in the case of the daughters of Zelophehad is extended to all similar cases.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

No
וְלֹֽא־(wə·lō-)
Conjunctive waw | Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808:Not, no

inheritance
נַחֲלָה֙(na·ḥă·lāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5159:Something inherited, occupancy, an heirloom, an estate, patrimony, portion

in Israel
לִבְנֵ֣י(liḇ·nê)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121:A son

may be transferred
תִסֹּ֤ב(ṯis·sōḇ)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 5437:To turn about, go around, surround

from tribe
מִמַּטֶּ֖ה(mim·maṭ·ṭeh)
Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4294:A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribe

to
אֶל־(’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413:Near, with, among, to

tribe,
מַטֶּ֑ה(maṭ·ṭeh)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4294:A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribe

because
כִּ֣י(kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588:A relative conjunction

each
אִ֗ישׁ(’îš)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376:A man as an individual, a male person

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

is to retain
יִדְבְּק֖וּ(yiḏ·bə·qū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 1692:To impinge, cling, adhere, to catch by pursuit

the inheritance
בְּנַחֲלַת֙(bə·na·ḥă·laṯ)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 5159:Something inherited, occupancy, an heirloom, an estate, patrimony, portion

of the tribe
מַטֵּ֣ה(maṭ·ṭêh)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4294:A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribe

of his fathers.
אֲבֹתָ֔יו(’ă·ḇō·ṯāw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1:Father

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OT Law: Numbers 36:7 So shall no inheritance of the children (Nu Num.)