Joshua 12:6
New International Version
Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites conquered them. And Moses the servant of the LORD gave their land to the Reubenites, the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh to be their possession.

New Living Translation
Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites had destroyed the people of King Sihon and King Og. And Moses gave their land as a possession to the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

English Standard Version
Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the people of Israel defeated them. And Moses the servant of the LORD gave their land for a possession to the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

Berean Standard Bible
Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites had struck them down and given their land as an inheritance to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

Berean Literal Bible
Moses the servant of YHWH and the sons of Israel had struck them down, and Moses the servant of YHWH had given it as a possession to the Reubenite, and to the Gadite, and to the half-tribe of Manasseh.

King James Bible
Them did Moses the servant of the LORD and the children of Israel smite: and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it for a possession unto the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh.

New King James Version
These Moses the servant of the LORD and the children of Israel had conquered; and Moses the servant of the LORD had given it as a possession to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh.

New American Standard Bible
Moses the servant of the LORD and the sons of Israel defeated them; and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh as a possession.

NASB 1995
Moses the servant of the LORD and the sons of Israel defeated them; and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it to the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh as a possession.

NASB 1977
Moses the servant of the LORD and the sons of Israel defeated them; and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it to the Reubenites and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh as a possession.

Legacy Standard Bible
Moses the servant of Yahweh and the sons of Israel struck them down; and Moses the servant of Yahweh gave it to the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh as a possession.

Amplified Bible
Moses the servant of the LORD and the sons of Israel defeated them; and Moses the servant of the LORD gave their land as a possession to the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

Berean Annotated Bible
Moses (drawn out), the servant of the LORD {YHWH}, and the Israelites (God prevails) had struck them down and given their land as an inheritance to the Reubenites, the Gadites (a troop / fortune), and the half-tribe of Manasseh (causing to forget).

Christian Standard Bible
Moses the LORD’s servant and the Israelites struck them down. And Moses the LORD’s servant gave their land as an inheritance to the Reubenites, Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Moses the LORD’s servant and the Israelites struck them down. And Moses the LORD’s servant gave their land as an inheritance to the Reubenites, Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh.

American Standard Version
Moses the servant of Jehovah and the children of Israel smote them: and Moses the servant of Jehovah gave it for a possession unto the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

Contemporary English Version
Moses, the LORD's servant, had led the people of Israel in defeating Sihon and Og. Then Moses gave their land to the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and East Manasseh.

English Revised Version
Moses the servant of the LORD and the children of Israel smote them: and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it for a possession unto the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The LORD's servant Moses and the people of Israel defeated them. Then he gave their land as a possession to the tribes of Reuben and Gad and half of the tribe of Manasseh.

Good News Translation
These two kings were defeated by Moses and the people of Israel. Moses, the LORD's servant, gave their land to the tribes of Reuben and Gad and to half the tribe of Manasseh, to be their possession.

International Standard Version
Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelis defeated them. Then Moses, the servant of the LORD, gave it to the descendants of Reuben, the descendants of Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh as their inheritance.

NET Bible
Moses the LORD's servant and the Israelites defeated them and Moses the LORD's servant assigned their land to Reuben, Gad, and the half tribe of Manasseh.

New Heart English Bible
Moses the servant of the LORD and the children of Israel struck them. Moses the servant of the LORD gave it for a possession to the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

Webster's Bible Translation
Them did Moses the servant of the LORD, and the children of Israel smite: and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it for a possession to the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites had struck them down and given their land as an inheritance to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

World English Bible
Moses the servant of Yahweh and the children of Israel struck them. Moses the servant of Yahweh gave it for a possession to the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Moses, servant of YHWH, and the sons of Israel have struck them, and Moses, servant of YHWH, gives it—a possession to the Reubenite, and to the Gadite, and to the half of the tribe of Manasseh.

Berean Literal Bible
Moses the servant of YHWH and the sons of Israel had struck them down, and Moses the servant of YHWH had given it as a possession to the Reubenite, and to the Gadite, and to the half-tribe of Manasseh.

Young's Literal Translation
Moses, servant of Jehovah, and the sons of Israel have smitten them, and Moses, servant of Jehovah, giveth it -- a possession to the Reubenite, and to the Gadite, and to the half of the tribe of Manasseh.

Smith's Literal Translation
Moses the servant of Jehovah, and the sons of Israel, smote them: and Moses the servant of Jehovah will give it a possession to the Reubenites, and to the Gadites, and to half the tribe of Manasseh.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Moses the servant of the Lord, and the children of Israel slew them, and Moses delivered their land in possession to the Rubenites, and Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasses.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Moses, the servant of the Lord, and the sons of Israel struck them down. And Moses delivered their land into the possession of the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the one half tribe of Manasseh.

New American Bible
It was Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites who conquered them; Moses, the servant of the LORD, gave possession of their land to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

New Revised Standard Version
Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites defeated them; and Moses the servant of the LORD gave their land for a possession to the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Whom Moses the servant of the LORD slew, and gave his land for a possession to the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half tribe of Manasseh.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Whom Moshe the Servant of LORD JEHOVAH killed, and he gave it an inheritance to Rubil and to Gad and to half of the tribe of Menasheh
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Moses the servant of the LORD and the children of Israel smote them; and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it for a possession unto the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Moses the servant of the Lord and the children of Israel smote them; and Moses gave them by way of inheritance to Ruben, and Gad, and to the half tribe of Manasse.

Additional Translations ...



Context
The Kings Defeated East of the Jordan
5He ruled over Mount Hermon, Salecah, all of Bashan up to the border of the Geshurites and Maacathites, and half of Gilead to the border of Sihon king of Heshbon. 6Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites had struck them down and given their land as an inheritance to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

Cross References
Moses, the servant of the LORD,

Deuteronomy 34:5
So Moses the servant of the LORD died there in the land of Moab, as the LORD had said.

Joshua 1:1
Now after the death of His servant Moses, the LORD spoke to Joshua son of Nun, Moses’ assistant, saying,

Joshua 1:2
“Moses My servant is dead. Now therefore arise, you and all these people, and cross over the Jordan into the land that I am giving to the children of Israel.
and the Israelites had struck them down

Deuteronomy 3:3
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.

Deuteronomy 2:33
And the LORD our God delivered him over to us, and we defeated him and his sons and his whole army.

Numbers 21:24
And Israel put him to the sword and took possession of his land, from the Arnon to the Jabbok—but only up to the border of the Ammonites, because it was fortified.
and given their land as an inheritance

Deuteronomy 4:38
to drive out before you nations greater and mightier than you, and to bring you into their land and give it to you for your inheritance, as it is this day.

Deuteronomy 29:8
We took their land and gave it as an inheritance to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

Joshua 13:32
These were the portions Moses had given them on the plains of Moab beyond the Jordan, east of Jericho.
to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

Joshua 13:8
The 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:

Deuteronomy 3:12
So 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.

Deuteronomy 3:13
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.)
Deuteronomy 2:31-36
Then the LORD said to me, “See, I have begun to deliver Sihon and his land over to you. Now begin to conquer and possess his land.” / So Sihon and his whole army came out for battle against us at Jahaz. / And the LORD our God delivered him over to us, and we defeated him and his sons and his whole army. …

Deuteronomy 3:1-11
Then 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. …

Numbers 32:33
So Moses gave to the Gadites, to the Reubenites, and to the half-tribe of Manasseh son of Joseph the kingdom of Sihon king of the Amorites and the kingdom of Og king of Bashan—the land including its cities and the territory surrounding them.

Deuteronomy 29:7-8
When you reached this place, Sihon king of Heshbon and Og king of Bashan came out against us in battle, but we defeated them. / We took their land and gave it as an inheritance to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.


Treasury of Scripture

Them did Moses the servant of the LORD and the children of Israel smite: and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it for a possession to the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh.

did Moses

Numbers 21:24-35
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 Ammon was strong…

gave it

Joshua 13:8-32
With whom the Reubenites and the Gadites have received their inheritance, which Moses gave them, beyond Jordan eastward, even as Moses the servant of the LORD gave them; …

Luke 22:29-42
And I appoint unto you a kingdom, as my Father hath appointed unto me; …

Deuteronomy 3:11-17
For only Og king of Bashan remained of the remnant of giants; behold, his bedstead was a bedstead of iron; is it not in Rabbath of the children of Ammon? nine cubits was the length thereof, and four cubits the breadth of it, after the cubit of a man…

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Joshua 12
1. The two kings whose countries Moses took and disposed of
7. The thirty-one kings on the other side of Jordan which Joshua smote












Moses, the servant of the LORD,

Moses led Israel under God’s authority, bringing the people from Egypt and directing them through the wilderness. His faithfulness in carrying out God’s commands marked him as the Lord’s appointed leader.

Deu 34:5 So Moses the servant of the LORD died there.…
Jos 1:1 Now after the death of His servant Moses,…
Jos 1:2 Moses My servant is dead. Now therefore arise…

and the Israelites had struck them down

Israel’s defeat of Sihon and Og secured the Amorite lands east of the Jordan. These victories showed that the Lord was giving His people the territory He had promised.

Deu 3:3 So the LORD our God also delivered Og king of Bashan…
Deu 2:33 And the LORD our God delivered him over to us,…
Num 21:24 And Israel put him to the sword and took possession…

and given their land as an inheritance

The conquered land became a permanent tribal possession, received as God’s gift rather than gained by Israel’s strength alone.

Deu 4:38 to drive out before you nations greater and mightier…
Deu 29:8 We took their land and gave it as an inheritance…
Jos 13:32 These were the portions Moses had given them…

to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

These tribes received territory east of the Jordan because of its rich pastureland. They were still bound to join the rest of Israel in the conquest of Canaan before returning to settle their inheritance.

Jos 13:8 The other half of Manasseh, along with the Reubenites…
Deu 3:12 So at that time we took possession of this land…
Deu 3:13 To the half-tribe of Manasseh I gave the rest of Gilead…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
The servant of the LORD who led the Israelites out of Egypt and through the wilderness. He was instrumental in defeating the kings east of the Jordan and allocating their lands to the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

2. The Israelites
The chosen people of God, descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who were led by Moses and later Joshua into the Promised Land.

3. Reubenites, Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh
These tribes received their inheritance on the east side of the Jordan River, as allocated by Moses.

4. The Land East of the Jordan
This region was conquered by Moses and the Israelites and included territories of defeated kings such as Sihon and Og.

5. The LORD
The covenant-keeping God of Israel, who guided and empowered Moses and the Israelites in their conquests and settlements.
Teaching Points
Faithfulness in Leadership
Moses is repeatedly referred to as "the servant of the LORD," highlighting the importance of faithful service to God in leadership roles. Leaders today are called to serve with integrity and obedience to God's commands.

Inheritance and Promise
The allocation of land to the tribes east of the Jordan is a fulfillment of God's promises. Believers can trust in God's faithfulness to fulfill His promises in their lives.

Unity and Cooperation
The tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh cooperated with the rest of Israel in the conquest of Canaan, demonstrating the importance of unity and cooperation among God's people.

God's Sovereignty in Conquest
The victories over the kings east of the Jordan were attributed to God's power and guidance. Believers are reminded of God's sovereignty in their battles and challenges.

Legacy of Obedience
Moses' actions set a precedent for future generations. Our obedience to God can leave a lasting legacy for those who come after us.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Joshua 12:6?

2. How does Joshua 12:6 demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises?

3. What leadership qualities of Moses and Joshua can we apply today?

4. How does Joshua 12:6 connect to God's covenant with Abraham?

5. In what ways can we trust God's guidance in our personal battles?

6. How does the conquest in Joshua 12:6 reflect spiritual victory in Christ?

7. How does Joshua 12:6 reflect God's justice in the conquest of Canaan?

8. What archaeological evidence supports the events described in Joshua 12:6?

9. How does Joshua 12:6 align with the concept of divine warfare?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 12?


Verse 6. - Moses, the servant of the Lord, gave. Theodoret makes the tribes which received their inheritance through Moses the types of the believing Jews, and those who received it through Jesus (Joshua) the types of the believing Gentiles. Reuben, Gad, and Manasseh were the first born of their respective mothers, and were thus types of the Jews, who were God's firstborn. As they passed over armed before their brethren, so we received the good tidings of salvation from the lips of Jews. This is a characteristic specimen of the allegorical interpretation of the early fathers. But it will be observed that the children of Bilhah, who might have been selected more naturally than those of Zilpah, are entirely omitted.

Joshua 12:6 recounts that under Moses—God’s faithful servant—the Israelites decisively defeated Sihon and Og and received their territory east of the Jordan. This land became a permanent inheritance for Reuben, Gad, and half of Manasseh, demonstrating God’s power, covenant faithfulness, and orderly provision for His people. The verse links Moses’ era with Joshua’s ongoing conquest, assuring readers that the LORD who gave victories then continues to fulfill every promise today.

Parallel Commentaries ...


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

the servant
עֶֽבֶד־ (‘e·ḇeḏ-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 5650: Slave, servant

of the LORD,
יְהוָ֛ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3069: YHWH

and the Israelites
וּבְנֵ֥י (ū·ḇə·nê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

had struck them down
הִכּ֑וּם (hik·kūm)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person common plural | third person masculine plural
Strong's 5221: To strike

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

given
וַֽ֠יִּתְּנָהּ (way·yit·tə·nāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

their land as an inheritance
יְרֻשָּׁ֗ה (yə·ruš·šāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 3425: Something occupied, a conquest, a patrimony

to the Reubenites,
לָרֻֽאוּבֵנִי֙ (lā·ru·’ū·ḇê·nî)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7206: Reubenites -- a Reubenite

the Gadites,
וְלַגָּדִ֔י (wə·lag·gā·ḏî)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1425: Gadites -- descendants of Gad

and the half-tribe
וְלַחֲצִ֖י (wə·la·ḥă·ṣî)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 2677: The half, middle

of Manasseh.
הַֽמְנַשֶּֽׁה׃ (ham·naš·šeh)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4519: Manasseh -- 'causing to forget', a son of Joseph, also a king of Judah, also two Israelites


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