New International Version because the daughters of the tribe of Manasseh received an inheritance among the sons. The land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the descendants of Manasseh. New Living Translation because the female descendants of Manasseh received a grant of land along with the male descendants. (The land of Gilead was given to the rest of the male descendants of Manasseh.) English Standard Version because the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance along with his sons. The land of Gilead was allotted to the rest of the people of Manasseh. Berean Standard Bible because the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance among his sons. And the land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the sons of Manasseh. Berean Literal Bible because the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance in the midst of his sons. And the land of Gilead was for the rest of the sons of Manasseh. King James Bible Because the daughters of Manasseh had an inheritance among his sons: and the rest of Manasseh's sons had the land of Gilead. New King James Version because the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance among his sons; and the rest of Manasseh’s sons had the land of Gilead. New American Standard Bible because the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance among his sons. And the land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the sons of Manasseh. NASB 1995 because the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance among his sons. And the land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the sons of Manasseh. NASB 1977 because the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance among his sons. And the land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the sons of Manasseh. Legacy Standard Bible because the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance among his sons. And the land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the sons of Manasseh. Amplified Bible because the daughters of [Zelophehad, a descendant of] Manasseh had received an inheritance among his [other] sons [whose inheritance went to their male descendants]. The land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the sons of Manasseh. Berean Annotated Bible because the daughters of Manasseh (causing to forget) received an inheritance among his sons. And the land of Gilead (rocky region) belonged to the rest of the sons of Manasseh. Christian Standard Bible because Manasseh’s daughters received an inheritance among his sons. The land of Gilead belonged to the rest of Manasseh’s sons. Holman Christian Standard Bible because Manasseh’s daughters received an inheritance among his sons. The land of Gilead belonged to the rest of Manasseh’s sons. American Standard Version because the daughters of Manasseh had an inheritance among his sons. And the land of Gilead belonged unto the rest of the sons of Manasseh. English Revised Version because the daughters of Manasseh had an inheritance among his sons: and the land of Gilead belonged unto the rest of the sons of Manasseh. GOD'S WORD® Translation These portions were distributed because Manasseh's daughters were given an inheritance along with his sons, while Gilead belonged to Manasseh's other descendants. Good News Translation since his female descendants as well as his male descendants were assigned land. The land of Gilead was assigned to the rest of the descendants of Manasseh. International Standard Version since the granddaughters of Manasseh received an inheritance along with his sons. (The land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the descendants of Manasseh.) NET Bible for the daughters of Manasseh were assigned land among his sons. The land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the descendants of Manasseh. New Heart English Bible because the daughters of Manasseh had an inheritance among his sons. The land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the sons of Manasseh. Webster's Bible Translation Because the daughters of Manasseh had an inheritance among his sons: and the rest of Manasseh's sons had the land of Gilead. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblebecause the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance among his sons. And the land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the sons of Manasseh. World English Bible because the daughters of Manasseh had an inheritance among his sons. The land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the sons of Manasseh. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionfor the daughters of Manasseh have inherited an inheritance in the midst of his sons, and the land of Gilead has been for the sons of Manasseh who are left. Berean Literal Bible because the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance in the midst of his sons. And the land of Gilead was for the rest of the sons of Manasseh. Young's Literal Translation for the daughters of Manasseh have inherited an inheritance in the midst of his sons, and the land of Gilead hath been to the sons of Manasseh who are left. Smith's Literal Translation For the daughters of Manasseh inherited an inheritance in the midst of his sons; and the land of Gilead was to the sons of Manasseh, to those remaining. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor the daughters of Manasses possessed inheritance in the midst of his sons. And the land of Galaad fell to the lot of the rest of the children of Manasses. Catholic Public Domain Version And so the daughters of Manasseh possessed an inheritance in the midst of his sons. But the land of Gilead fell by lot to the sons of Manasseh that were left. New American Bible since these female descendants of Manasseh received each a portion among his sons. The land of Gilead fell to the rest of the Manassites. New Revised Standard Version because the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance along with his sons. The land of Gilead was allotted to the rest of the Manassites. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBecause the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance among his sons; and the land of Gilead fell to the lot of the rest of the sons of Manasseh. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Because the daughters of Menasheh inherited an inheritance with their brothers, and the land of Gelad was for the sons of Menasheh who were left OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917because the daughters of Manasseh had an inheritance among his sons; and the land of Gilead belonged unto the rest of the sons of Manasseh. Brenton Septuagint Translation For the daughters of the sons of Manasse inherited a portion in the midst of their brethren, and the land of Galaad was assigned to the remainder of the sons of Manasse. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Manasseh's Inheritance…5Thus ten shares fell to Manasseh, in addition to the land of Gilead and Bashan beyond the Jordan, 6because the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance among his sons. And the land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the sons of Manasseh. 7Now the border of Manasseh went from Asher to Michmethath near Shechem, then southward to include the inhabitants of En-tappuah.… Cross References because the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance among his sons. Numbers 27:7 “The daughters of Zelophehad speak correctly. You certainly must give them property as an inheritance among their father’s brothers and transfer their father’s inheritance to them. Numbers 36:2-7 saying, “When the LORD commanded my lord to give the land as an inheritance to the Israelites by lot, He also commanded him to give the inheritance of our brother Zelophehad to his daughters. / But if they marry any of the men from the other tribes of Israel, their inheritance will be withdrawn from the portion of our fathers and added to the tribe into which they marry. So our allotted inheritance would be taken away. / And when the Jubilee for the Israelites comes, their inheritance will be added to the tribe into which they marry and taken away from the tribe of our fathers.” … Numbers 36:8-9 Every 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. / No inheritance may be transferred from one tribe to another, for each tribe of Israel must retain its inheritance.” And the land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the sons of Manasseh. Joshua 13:29-31 This is what Moses had given to the clans of the half-tribe of Manasseh, that is, to half the tribe of the descendants of Manasseh: / The territory from Mahanaim through all Bashan—all the kingdom of Og king of Bashan, including all the towns of Jair that are in Bashan, sixty cities; / half of Gilead; and Ashtaroth and Edrei, the royal cities of Og in Bashan. All this was for the clans of the descendants of Machir son of Manasseh, that is, half of the descendants of Machir. Deuteronomy 3:12-15 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. / 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. … Numbers 32:39-42 The descendants of Machir son of Manasseh went to Gilead, captured it, and drove out the Amorites who were there. / So Moses gave Gilead to the clan of Machir son of Manasseh, and they settled there. / Jair, a descendant of Manasseh, went and captured their villages and called them Havvoth-jair. … Numbers 27:1-11 Now the daughters of Zelophehad son of Hepher, the son of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh, belonged to the clans of Manasseh son of Joseph. These were the names of his daughters: Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Tirzah. They approached / the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, stood before Moses, Eleazar the priest, the leaders, and the whole congregation, and said, / “Our father died in the wilderness, but he was not among the followers of Korah who gathered together against the LORD. Instead, he died because of his own sin, and he had no sons. … Numbers 36:1-12 Now the family heads of the clan of Gilead son of Machir son of Manasseh, one of the clans of Joseph, approached Moses and the leaders who were the heads of the Israelite families and addressed them, / saying, “When the LORD commanded my lord to give the land as an inheritance to the Israelites by lot, He also commanded him to give the inheritance of our brother Zelophehad to his daughters. / But if they marry any of the men from the other tribes of Israel, their inheritance will be withdrawn from the portion of our fathers and added to the tribe into which they marry. So our allotted inheritance would be taken away. … Joshua 18:7 The Levites, however, have no portion among you, because their inheritance is the priesthood of the LORD. And Gad, Reuben, and half the tribe of Manasseh have already received the inheritance that Moses the servant of the LORD gave them beyond the Jordan to the east.” Deuteronomy 21:15-17 If a man has two wives, one beloved and the other unloved, and both bear him sons, but the unloved wife has the firstborn son, / when that man assigns his inheritance to his sons he must not appoint the son of the beloved wife as the firstborn over the son of the unloved wife. / Instead, he must acknowledge the firstborn, the son of his unloved wife, by giving him a double portion of all that he has. For that son is the firstfruits of his father’s strength; the right of the firstborn belongs to him. Genesis 48:5-6 And now your two sons born to you in Egypt before I came to you here shall be reckoned as mine; Ephraim and Manasseh shall be mine, just as Reuben and Simeon are mine. / Any children born to you after them shall be yours, and they shall be called by the names of their brothers in the territory they inherit. 1 Chronicles 7:14-19 The descendants of Manasseh: Asriel through his Aramean concubine. She also gave birth to Machir the father of Gilead. / Machir took a wife from among the Huppites and Shuppites. The name of his sister was Maacah. Another descendant was named Zelophehad, who had only daughters. / Machir’s wife Maacah gave birth to a son, and she named him Peresh. His brother was named Sheresh, and his sons were Ulam and Rekem. … 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. 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 21:3-4 But Naboth replied, “The LORD forbid that I should give you the inheritance of my fathers.” / So Ahab went to his palace, sullen and angry because Naboth the Jezreelite had told him, “I will not give you the inheritance of my fathers.” He lay down on his bed, turned his face away, and refused to eat. Galatians 3:28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. Treasury of Scripture Because the daughters of Manasseh had an inheritance among his sons: and the rest of Manasseh's sons had the land of Gilead. Jump to Previous Allotted Belonged Daughters Descendants Heritage Inheritance Inherited Manasseh Manas'seh Manasseh's Manas'sites Midst Property Received Rest TribeJump to Next Allotted Belonged Daughters Descendants Heritage Inheritance Inherited Manasseh Manas'seh Manasseh's Manas'sites Midst Property Received Rest TribeJoshua 17 1. The lot of Manasseh7. His coast 12. The Canaanites not driven out 14. The children of Joseph obtain another lot because the daughters of Manasseh received an inheritance among his sons. The daughters of Zelophehad—Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Tirzah—received their father’s portion because he died without sons. Their appeal established that a family’s inheritance would not be lost when no male heir remained. As descendants of Manasseh through Hepher, they were counted among the tribe’s inheritors and received land alongside the male families. Num 27:7 “The daughters of Zelophehad speak correctly.”… And the land of Gilead belonged to the rest of the sons of Manasseh. The remaining clans of Manasseh held Gilead east of the Jordan, a broad and fertile region allotted to the half-tribe that settled there. Thus Manasseh’s inheritance extended on both sides of the Jordan: Gilead for its eastern families and territory in Canaan for those who crossed with Joshua. Jos 13:29-31 This is what Moses had given to the clans… Persons / Places / Events 1. Daughters of ManassehThese are the female descendants of Manasseh, one of the tribes of Israel. They are significant because they received an inheritance, which was unusual in the patriarchal society of ancient Israel. 2. Manasseh One of the twelve tribes of Israel, named after Joseph's firstborn son. The tribe was divided into two half-tribes, one on each side of the Jordan River. 3. Gilead A region east of the Jordan River, known for its balm and rugged terrain. It was part of the inheritance given to the tribe of Manasseh. 4. Inheritance In the context of ancient Israel, inheritance typically referred to the allocation of land among the tribes. It was a crucial aspect of maintaining family lineage and tribal identity. 5. Descendants of Manasseh Refers to the broader family and tribal group that descended from Manasseh, including both male and female members. Teaching Points Equality in God's KingdomThe inclusion of the daughters of Manasseh in the inheritance highlights God's recognition of equality and justice, even in a patriarchal society. This serves as a reminder that God's kingdom transcends human social structures. Faith and Action The daughters of Manasseh, like Zelophehad's daughters, took action to claim their inheritance. This teaches us the importance of faith coupled with action in pursuing God's promises. God's Faithfulness The allocation of land to the daughters of Manasseh demonstrates God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to His people, regardless of societal norms. Breaking Cultural Norms The account encourages believers to challenge cultural norms that are not aligned with God's principles of justice and equality. Inheritance in Christ Just as the daughters of Manasseh received a physical inheritance, believers today have a spiritual inheritance in Christ, which is available to all, regardless of gender or social status. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 17:6?2. How does Joshua 17:6 demonstrate God's fairness in inheritance among the tribes? 3. What does "daughters of Manasseh" receiving inheritance teach about God's view on gender? 4. How can we ensure fairness and justice in our community, like in Joshua 17:6? 5. What other biblical examples show God's provision for women in inheritance? 6. How can we apply the principle of equality from Joshua 17:6 today? 7. Why did the daughters of Manasseh receive an inheritance among the sons in Joshua 17:6? 8. How does Joshua 17:6 challenge traditional gender roles in biblical times? 9. What does Joshua 17:6 reveal about God's view on gender equality? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 17? Verse 6. - The rest of Manasseh's sons. Namely, the descendants of Machir (see ver. 1). The ambiguity is due to the indefinite way in which "son" is used in Scripture. Thus the B'ne Israel, which we translate "children of Israel," is literally, "sons of Israel," or Jacob. So the sons of Manasseh, in like manner, are Manasseh's descendants. Joshua 17:6 demonstrates God’s meticulous justice. By granting Zelophehad’s daughters land “among his sons,” the Lord honors faith and upholds equity without overturning earlier promises. Manasseh’s dual inheritance—Gilead to the east, Canaanite territories to the west—reveals a God who keeps every detail of His word, protecting both individual rights and tribal boundaries. The account reminds believers that the same faithful God secures our eternal inheritance in Christ. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew becauseכִּ֚י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction the daughters בְּנ֣וֹת (bə·nō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 1323: A daughter of Manasseh מְנַשֶּׁ֔ה (mə·naš·šeh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4519: Manasseh -- 'causing to forget', a son of Joseph, also a king of Judah, also two Israelites received נָחֲל֥וּ (nā·ḥă·lū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 5157: To inherit, to occupy, to bequeath, distribute, instate an inheritance נַחֲלָ֖ה (na·ḥă·lāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5159: Something inherited, occupancy, an heirloom, an estate, patrimony, portion among בְּת֣וֹךְ (bə·ṯō·wḵ) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8432: A bisection, the centre his sons. בָּנָ֑יו (bā·nāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son And the land וְאֶ֙רֶץ֙ (wə·’e·reṣ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 776: Earth, land of Gilead הַגִּלְעָ֔ד (hag·gil·‘āḏ) Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1568: Gilead -- a region in Palestine, also the name of several Israelites belonged to הָיְתָ֥ה (hā·yə·ṯāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be the rest הַנּֽוֹתָרִֽים׃ (han·nō·w·ṯā·rîm) Article | Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 3498: To jut over, exceed, to excel, to remain, be left, to leave, cause to abound, preserve of the sons לִבְנֵֽי־ (liḇ·nê-) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son of Manasseh. מְנַשֶּׁ֖ה (mə·naš·šeh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4519: Manasseh -- 'causing to forget', a son of Joseph, also a king of Judah, also two Israelites Additonal Resources Joshua 17:6 Blue Letter BibleJoshua 17:6 Bible Gateway Joshua 17:6 Bible.com Joshua 17:6 NIV |
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