New International Version On the south the land belonged to Ephraim, on the north to Manasseh. The territory of Manasseh reached the Mediterranean Sea and bordered Asher on the north and Issachar on the east. New Living Translation In general, however, the land south of the ravine belonged to Ephraim, and the land north of the ravine belonged to Manasseh. Manasseh’s boundary ran along the northern side of the ravine and ended at the Mediterranean Sea. North of Manasseh was the territory of Asher, and to the east was the territory of Issachar. English Standard Version the land to the south being Ephraim’s and that to the north being Manasseh’s, with the sea forming its boundary. On the north Asher is reached, and on the east Issachar. Berean Standard Bible Ephraim’s territory was to the south, and Manasseh’s was to the north, having the Sea as its border and adjoining Asher on the north and Issachar on the east. Berean Literal Bible Southward was to Ephraim, and northward to Manasseh, and the sea was its border, and in Asher it met on the north, and in Issachar on the east. King James Bible Southward it was Ephraim's, and northward it was Manasseh's, and the sea is his border; and they met together in Asher on the north, and in Issachar on the east. New King James Version Southward it was Ephraim’s, northward it was Manasseh’s, and the sea was its border. Manasseh’s territory was adjoining Asher on the north and Issachar on the east. New American Standard Bible The south side belonged to Ephraim and the north side to Manasseh, and the sea was their border; and they reached to Asher on the north and to Issachar on the east. NASB 1995 The south side belonged to Ephraim and the north side to Manasseh, and the sea was their border; and they reached to Asher on the north and to Issachar on the east. NASB 1977 The south side belonged to Ephraim and the north side to Manasseh, and the sea was their border; and they reached to Asher on the north and to Issachar on the east. Legacy Standard Bible The south side belonged to Ephraim and the north side to Manasseh, and the sea was their border; and they reached to Asher on the north and to Issachar on the east. Amplified Bible The land on the south side belonged to Ephraim and that on the north side was Manasseh’s, and the sea was their border; they reached to [the territory of] Asher on the north and to [the territory of] Issachar on the east. Berean Annotated Bible Ephraim’s territory (doubly fruitful) was to the south, and Manasseh’s (causing to forget) was to the north, having the Sea as its border and adjoining Asher (happy) on the north and Issachar (there is recompense) on the east. Christian Standard Bible Ephraim’s territory was to the south and Manasseh’s to the north, with the Sea as its border. They reached Asher on the north and Issachar on the east. Holman Christian Standard Bible Ephraim’s territory was to the south and Manasseh’s to the north, with the Sea as its border. They reached Asher on the north and Issachar on the east. American Standard Version southward it was Ephraim's, and northward it was Manasseh's, and the sea was his border; and they reached to Asher on the north, and to Issachar on the east. English Revised Version southward it was Ephraim's, and northward it was Manasseh's, and the sea was his border; and they reached to Asher on the north, and to Issachar on the east. GOD'S WORD® Translation What is south [of the river] belongs to Ephraim, and what is north [of it] belongs to Manasseh. So the Mediterranean Sea [is its western border], Asher its northern border, and Issachar its eastern border. Good News Translation Ephraim was to the south, and Manasseh was to the north, with the Mediterranean Sea as their western border. Asher was to the northwest, and Issachar to the northeast. International Standard Version The southern area was allocated to Ephraim and the northern area to Manasseh. The Mediterranean Sea was the border, extending to Asher on the North and to Issachar on the east. NET Bible Ephraim's territory was to the south, and Manasseh's to the north. The sea was Manasseh's western border and their territory touched Asher on the north and Issachar on the east. New Heart English Bible Southward it was Ephraim's, and northward it was Manasseh's, and the sea was his border. They reached to Asher on the north, and to Issachar on the east. Webster's Bible Translation Southward it was Ephraim's, and northward it was Manasseh's, and the sea is his border; and they met together in Asher on the north, and in Issachar on the east. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleEphraim’s territory was to the south, and Manasseh’s was to the north, having the Sea as its border and adjoining Asher on the north and Issachar on the east. World English Bible Southward it was Ephraim’s, and northward it was Manasseh’s, and the sea was his border. They reached to Asher on the north, and to Issachar on the east. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionSouthward [is] for Ephraim and northward for Manasseh, and the sea is his border, and in Asher they meet on the north, and in Issachar on the east. Berean Literal Bible Southward was to Ephraim, and northward to Manasseh, and the sea was its border, and in Asher it met on the north, and in Issachar on the east. Young's Literal Translation Southward is to Ephraim and northward to Manasseh, and the sea is his border, and in Asher they meet on the north, and in Issachar on the east. Smith's Literal Translation South, to Ephraim, and north, to Manasseh, and the sea will be his bound; and in Asher they will strike together from the north, and in Issachar from the sunrisings. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSo that the possession of Ephraim is on the south, and on the north that of Manasses, and the sea is the border of both, and they are joined together in the tribe of Aser on the north, and in the tribe of Issachar on the east. Catholic Public Domain Version So it is that the possession of Ephraim is in the south, and that of Manasseh is in the north, and both are enclosed by the sea, and they are joined together by the tribe of Asher to the north, and by the tribe of Issachar to the east. New American Bible The land on the south belonged to Ephraim and that on the north to Manasseh; with the sea as their common boundary, they reached Asher on the north and Issachar on the east. New Revised Standard Version The land to the south is Ephraim’s and that to the north is Manasseh’s, with the sea forming its boundary; on the north Asher is reached, and on the east Issachar. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe land to the south went to Ephraim, and that to the north to Manasseh, and the sea as their border; and they met together in Asher on the north, and in Issachar on the east. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the south to Aphreim and the north to Menasheh, and the Sea was their border, and in Ashir they meet from the north and in Issakar from the east OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917southward it was Ephraim's, and northward it was Manasseh's, and the sea was his border; and they reached to Asher on the north, and to Issachar on the east. Brenton Septuagint Translation Southward the land belongs to Ephraim, and northward to Manasse; and the sea shall be their cost; and northward they shall border upon Aseb, and eastward upon Issachar. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Manasseh's Inheritance…9From there the border continued southward to the Brook of Kanah. There were cities belonging to Ephraim among the cities of Manasseh, but the border of Manasseh was on the north side of the brook and ended at the Sea. 10Ephraim’s territory was to the south, and Manasseh’s was to the north, having the Sea as its border and adjoining Asher on the north and Issachar on the east. 11Within Issachar and Asher, Manasseh was assigned Beth-shean, Ibleam, Dor (that is, Naphath), Endor, Taanach, and Megiddo, each with their surrounding settlements.… Cross References Ephraim’s territory was to the south, Ezekiel 48:5-6 Ephraim will have one portion bordering the territory of Manasseh from east to west. / Reuben will have one portion bordering the territory of Ephraim from east to west. Joshua 16:5-10 This was the territory of the descendants of Ephraim by their clans: The border of their inheritance went from Ataroth-addar in the east to Upper Beth-horon / and out toward the Sea. From Michmethath on the north it turned eastward toward Taanath-shiloh and passed by it to Janoah on the east. / From Janoah it went down to Ataroth and Naarah, and then reached Jericho and came out at the Jordan. … 1 Chronicles 7:28 Their holdings and settlements included Bethel and its villages, Naaran to the east, Gezer and its villages to the west, and Shechem and its villages as far as Ayyah and its villages. and Manasseh’s was to the north, Ezekiel 48:3-5 Naphtali will have one portion bordering the territory of Asher from east to west. / Manasseh will have one portion bordering the territory of Naphtali from east to west. / Ephraim will have one portion bordering the territory of Manasseh from east to west. Joshua 16:9 along with all the cities and villages set apart for the descendants of Ephraim within the inheritance of Manasseh. 1 Chronicles 7:29 And along the borders of Manasseh were Beth-shean, Taanach, Megiddo, and Dor, together with their villages. The descendants of Joseph son of Israel lived in these towns. having the Sea as its border Numbers 34:6 Your western border will be the coastline of the Great Sea; this will be your boundary on the west. Joshua 19:29 The border then turned back toward Ramah as far as the fortified city of Tyre, turned toward Hosah, and came out at the Sea in the region of Achzib, Joshua 15:12 And the western border was the coastline of the Great Sea. These are the boundaries around the clans of the descendants of Judah. and adjoining Asher on the north Joshua 19:24-31 The fifth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Asher: / Their territory included Helkath, Hali, Beten, Achshaph, / Allammelech, Amad, and Mishal. On the west the border touched Carmel and Shihor-libnath, … Judges 5:17 Gilead remained beyond the Jordan. Dan, why did you linger by the ships? Asher stayed at the coast and remained in his harbors. Judges 1:31-32 Asher failed to drive out the inhabitants of Acco, Sidon, Ahlab, Achzib, Helbah, Aphik, and Rehob. / So the Asherites lived among the Canaanite inhabitants of the land, because they did not drive them out. and Issachar on the east. Joshua 19:17-23 The fourth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Issachar: / Their territory included Jezreel, Chesulloth, Shunem, / Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath, … Judges 1:27-28 At 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. 1 Kings 4:12 Baana son of Ahilud in Taanach, in Megiddo, and in all of Beth-shean next to Zarethan below Jezreel, from Beth-shean to Abel-meholah and on past Jokmeam; Deuteronomy 3:13-17 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. / To Machir I gave Gilead, … Treasury of Scripture Southward it was Ephraim's, and northward it was Manasseh's, and the sea is his border; and they met together in Asher on the north, and in Issachar on the east. Jump to Previous Asher Belonged Border Boundary East Ephraim Ephraim's E'phraim's Issachar Is'sachar Limit Manasseh Manasseh's Manas'seh's Meet Met North Northward Reached Sea Side South Southward Territory Together Touched TouchingJump to Next Asher Belonged Border Boundary East Ephraim Ephraim's E'phraim's Issachar Is'sachar Limit Manasseh Manasseh's Manas'seh's Meet Met North Northward Reached Sea Side South Southward Territory Together Touched TouchingJoshua 17 1. The lot of Manasseh7. His coast 12. The Canaanites not driven out 14. The children of Joseph obtain another lot Ephraim’s territory was to the south, Ephraim occupied the central highlands south of Manasseh. Though Joseph’s younger son, Ephraim received Jacob’s greater blessing and became a leading tribe in the northern kingdom of Israel. Ezk 48:5-6 Ephraim will have one portion bordering the territory… and Manasseh’s was to the north, Manasseh’s western inheritance lay north of Ephraim, while another half of the tribe had already received land east of the Jordan. Together, the tribes of Joseph held a large and influential portion of the land. Ezk 48:3-5 Naphtali will have one portion bordering the territory… having the Sea as its border The Mediterranean Sea marked the western edge of Manasseh’s territory, though control of parts of the coastal plain remained contested for generations. Num 34:6 Your western border will be the coastline of the Great Sea;… and adjoining Asher on the north Asher bordered Manasseh to the north, extending toward the fertile coastal regions and the hills of Galilee. Jos 19:24-31 The fifth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Asher:… and Issachar on the east. Issachar lay along Manasseh’s eastern boundary near the Jezreel Valley, a strategic and productive region that connected the central highlands with northern Israel. Jos 19:17-23 The fourth lot came out for the clans… Persons / Places / Events 1. EphraimOne of the tribes of Israel, descended from Joseph's younger son, Ephraim. This tribe was known for its strength and played a significant role in the history of Israel. 2. Manasseh Another tribe of Israel, descended from Joseph's elder son, Manasseh. This tribe was large and had land on both sides of the Jordan River. 3. Asher A tribe of Israel located to the north of Manasseh. Asher was known for its fertile land and abundance of resources. 4. Issachar A tribe of Israel located to the east of Manasseh. Issachar was known for its wisdom and understanding of the times. 5. The Sea Refers to the Mediterranean Sea, which served as a natural boundary for the tribes of Israel. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in InheritanceThe division of the land among the tribes of Israel demonstrates God's sovereign plan and His faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Unity and Diversity Among God's People The distinct boundaries and roles of each tribe illustrate the diversity within the unity of God's people. Each tribe had its unique contribution to the nation of Israel. The Importance of Boundaries Boundaries were essential for maintaining order and peace among the tribes. In our lives, setting healthy boundaries can help us maintain spiritual, emotional, and relational health. Faithfulness in Stewardship The tribes were entrusted with specific territories, calling them to be faithful stewards of the land God had given them. Similarly, we are called to be faithful stewards of the resources and responsibilities God has entrusted to us. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 17:10?2. How does Joshua 17:10 illustrate God's sovereignty over land boundaries? 3. What can we learn about God's promises from Joshua 17:10? 4. How does Joshua 17:10 connect to God's covenant with Abraham? 5. How should we apply the concept of divine boundaries in our lives today? 6. What does Joshua 17:10 teach about respecting God-given territories and responsibilities? 7. How does Joshua 17:10 reflect the division of land among the tribes of Israel? 8. What historical evidence supports the territorial boundaries described in Joshua 17:10? 9. Why is the division of land significant in the context of God's promises to Israel? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 17? Verse 10. - And they met together. Rather, they (i.e., the Manassites) impinged (this is the very same word as the Hebrew יִפְגְעוּ), i.e., "touched upon." There has been great discussion concerning this passage. The literal meaning is clearly that Manasseh was bordered by Asher on the north, and Issachar on the east. The idea of an Asher-ham-Michmethah must be given up if we take this rendering of the Hebrew. Its only justification is the fact that if Michmethah be at once the northern border of Ephraim and Manasseh, the territory of Manasseh is cut almost in half. And, in fact, such a supposition makes confusion worse confounded. Is it probable that in vers. 7 and 10 Asher-ham-Michmethah is meant; that the town Asher is mentioned in similar terms to the tribe Issachar in the latter verse; and that in ver. 11, without a single intimation of the change of meaning, the tribes Issachar and Asher are mentioned? Again: if Dor - considerably to the south of Mount Carmel - was within the territory of Asher (ver. 11), how can we possibly, as Conder's 'Handbook' does, place the limits of Asher at Accho, and bring Zebulun to the sea (which it never reaches, for "toward the sea," in Joshua 19:11 clearly means "westward"), interposing a large strip of territory between Manasseh and Asher, placing Dor, in spite of ver. 11, far within the limits of Manasseh, and giving this last tribe, or rather half tribe, an extraordinarily disproportioned share of the land? (See the complaint in ver. 16). Zebulun, too, was on the eastern border of Asher (Joshua 19:27), and it is by no means certain that Shihor Libnath (see Joshua 19:26) is not the Wady Zerka, south of Dor. This is the view of Knobel, a commentator by no means void of acuteness. This contraction of Manasseh's territory explains why cities had to be given to it out of Asher and Issachar, as well as the complaint in the latter part of this chapter. Issachar, too, must have stretched considerably southward. But the vagueness of the description of Manasseh's border, especially on the north, prevents us from assigning any limits to Issachar in this direction; while it is impossible, with a writer in the Quarterly Papers of the Palestine Exploration Fund, to suppose that it extended from Jezreel and Shunem and Endor on the north as far as Jericho to the south. Joshua 17:10 lays out a carefully balanced inheritance: Ephraim nestled to the south, Manasseh spread to the north, both anchored by the Mediterranean on the west and interconnected with Asher and Issachar on the north and east. The verse highlights God’s meticulous boundary-setting, the complementary roles of Joseph’s sons, and the call for faithful stewardship of the territory He assigns. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Ephraim’s [territory]לְאֶפְרַ֗יִם (lə·’ep̄·ra·yim) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 669: Ephraim -- a son of Joseph, also his descendants and their territory was to the south, נֶ֣גְבָּה (neḡ·bāh) Noun - masculine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 5045: South country, the Negeb, south and Manasseh’s לִמְנַשֶּׁ֔ה (lim·naš·šeh) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4519: Manasseh -- 'causing to forget', a son of Joseph, also a king of Judah, also two Israelites was וַיְהִ֥י (way·hî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be to the north, וְצָפ֙וֹנָה֙ (wə·ṣā·p̄ō·w·nāh) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 6828: Hidden, dark, the north as a, quarter having the Sea הַיָּ֖ם (hay·yām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3220: A sea, the Mediterranean Sea, large river, an artifical basin as its border גְּבוּל֑וֹ (gə·ḇū·lōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1366: A cord, a boundary, the territory inclosed and adjoining יִפְגְּע֣וּן (yip̄·gə·‘ūn) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural | Paragogic nun Strong's 6293: To impinge, by accident, violence, by importunity Asher וּבְאָשֵׁר֙ (ū·ḇə·’ā·šêr) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 836: Asher -- 'happy one', a son of Jacob, also the tribe descended from him, also perhaps a city in Palestine on the north מִצָּפ֔וֹן (miṣ·ṣā·p̄ō·wn) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 6828: Hidden, dark, the north as a, quarter and Issachar וּבְיִשָּׂשכָ֖ר (ū·ḇə·yiś·śā·š·ḵār) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3485: Issachar -- perhaps 'there is recompense', a son of Jacob and Leah, also a son of Obed-edom on the east. מִמִּזְרָֽח׃ (mim·miz·rāḥ) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4217: Place of sunrise, the east Additonal Resources Joshua 17:10 Blue Letter BibleJoshua 17:10 Bible Gateway Joshua 17:10 Bible.com Joshua 17:10 NIV |
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