Joshua 19:40
New International Version
The seventh lot came out for the tribe of Dan according to its clans.

New Living Translation
The seventh allotment of land went to the clans of the tribe of Dan.

English Standard Version
The seventh lot came out for the tribe of the people of Dan, according to their clans.

Berean Standard Bible
The seventh lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Dan:

Berean Literal Bible
For the tribe of the sons of Dan by their clans the seventh lot came out.

King James Bible
And the seventh lot came out for the tribe of the children of Dan according to their families.

New King James Version
The seventh lot came out for the tribe of the children of Dan according to their families.

New American Standard Bible
The seventh lot went to the tribe of the sons of Dan according to their families.

NASB 1995
The seventh lot fell to the tribe of the sons of Dan according to their families.

NASB 1977
The seventh lot fell to the tribe of the sons of Dan according to their families.

Legacy Standard Bible
The seventh lot came out for the tribe of the sons of Dan according to their families.

Amplified Bible
The seventh lot fell to the tribe of the sons of Dan according to their families.

Berean Annotated Bible
The seventh lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Dan (He has judged):

Christian Standard Bible
The seventh lot came out for the tribe of Dan’s descendants by their clans.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The seventh lot came out for the Danite tribe by its clans.

American Standard Version
The seventh lot came out for the tribe of the children of Dan according to their families.

English Revised Version
The seventh lot came out for the tribe of the children of Dan according to their families.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The seventh lot was drawn for the families of the tribe of Dan.

Good News Translation
The seventh assignment made was for the families of the tribe of Dan.

International Standard Version
The seventh lottery went to the tribe of Dan according to its families.

NET Bible
The seventh lot belonged to the tribe of Dan by its clans.

New Heart English Bible
The seventh lot came out for the tribe of the people of Dan according to their families.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the seventh lot came out for the tribe of the children of Dan according to their families.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
The seventh lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Dan:

World English Bible
The seventh lot came out for the tribe of the children of Dan according to their families.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
The seventh lot has gone out for the tribe of the sons of Dan, for their families;

Berean Literal Bible
For the tribe of the sons of Dan by their clans the seventh lot came out.

Young's Literal Translation
For the tribe of the sons of Dan, for their families, hath the seventh lot gone out;

Smith's Literal Translation
To the tribe of the sons of Dan according to their families came forth the seventh lot.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The seventh lot came out to the tribe of the children of Dan by their families:

Catholic Public Domain Version
The seventh lot went out to the tribe of the sons of Dan, by their families.

New American Bible
The seventh lot fell to the tribe of Danites by their clans.

New Revised Standard Version
The seventh lot came out for the tribe of Dan, according to its families.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the seventh lot went to the tribe of Dan according to their families.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the seventh lot of the children of Dan went out for their families
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
The seventh lot came out for the tribe of the children of Dan according to their families.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the seventh lot came out to Dan.

Additional Translations ...



Context
Dan's Inheritance
40The seventh lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Dan: 41The territory of their inheritance included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh,…

Cross References
The seventh lot

1 Chronicles 25:12
the fifth to Nethaniah, his sons, and his brothers—12 in all;

1 Chronicles 24:10
the seventh to Hakkoz, the eighth to Abijah,
came out

Proverbs 16:33
The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the LORD.

Acts 1:26
Then they cast lots, and the lot fell to Matthias. So he was added to the eleven apostles.

Jonah 1:7
“Come!” said the sailors to one another. “Let us cast lots to find out who is responsible for this calamity that is upon us.” So they cast lots, and the lot fell on Jonah.
for the clans

Numbers 33:54
And you are to divide the land by lot according to your clans. Give a larger inheritance to a larger clan and a smaller inheritance to a smaller one. Whatever falls to each one by lot will be his. You will receive an inheritance according to the tribes of your fathers.

Numbers 26:55-56
Indeed, the land must be divided by lot; they shall receive their inheritance according to the names of the tribes of their fathers. / Each inheritance is to be divided by lot among the larger and smaller tribes.”

Joshua 18:10
And Joshua cast lots for them in the presence of the LORD at Shiloh, where he distributed the land to the Israelites according to their divisions.
of the tribe of Dan:

Numbers 26:42-43
These were the descendants of Dan by their clans: The Shuhamite clan from Shuham. These were the clans of Dan. / All of them were Shuhamite clans, and their registration numbered 64,400.

Judges 18:1
In those days there was no king in Israel, and the tribe of the Danites was looking for territory to occupy. For up to that time they had not come into an inheritance among the tribes of Israel.

Genesis 49:16-17
Dan shall provide justice for his people as one of the tribes of Israel. / He will be a snake by the road, a viper in the path that bites the horse’s heels so that its rider tumbles backward.
Judges 18:7-10
So the five men departed and came to Laish, where they saw that the people were living securely, like the Sidonians, quiet and unsuspecting. There was nothing lacking in the land and no oppressive ruler. And they were far away from the Sidonians and had no alliance with anyone. / When the men returned to Zorah and Eshtaol, their brothers asked them, “What did you find?” / They answered, “Come on, let us go up against them, for we have seen the land, and it is very good. Why would you fail to act? Do not hesitate to go there and take possession of the land! …

Judges 18:27-29
After they had taken Micah’s idols and his priest, they went to Laish, to a quiet and unsuspecting people, and they struck them with their swords and burned down the city. / There was no one to deliver them, because the city was far from Sidon and had no alliance with anyone; it was in a valley near Beth-rehob. And the Danites rebuilt the city and lived there. / They named it Dan, after their forefather Dan, who was born to Israel—though the city was formerly named Laish.

Judges 1:34
The Amorites forced the Danites into the hill country and did not allow them to come down into the plain.

Judges 1:35
And the Amorites were determined to dwell in Mount Heres, Aijalon, and Shaalbim. But when the house of Joseph grew in strength, they pressed the Amorites into forced labor.

1 Kings 12:29
One calf he set up in Bethel, and the other in Dan.


Treasury of Scripture

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The seventh lot

The seventh lot was assigned to the tribe of Dan, according to their clans, in the orderly division of Canaan before the Lord.

1Ch 25:12 the fifth to Nethaniah, his sons, and his brothers…
1Ch 24:10 the seventh to Hakkoz, the eighth to Abijah,

came out

The lot came out for the tribe of Dan, as the lots were cast at Shiloh.

Pro 16:33 The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision…
Act 1:26 Then they cast lots, and the lot fell to Matthias.…
Jon 1:7 “Come!” said the sailors to one another.…

for the clans

The phrase “for the clans” indicates that the tribe’s inheritance was apportioned according to its family divisions.

Num 33:54 And you are to divide the land by lot according to your clans…
Num 26:55-56 Indeed, the land must be divided by lot;…
Jos 18:10 And Joshua cast lots for them in the presence of the LORD…

of the tribe of Dan:

Dan, descended from Jacob’s son by Bilhah, received territory in the central coastal region of Canaan. Persistent pressure from surrounding peoples later led many Danites to seek land farther north.

Num 26:42-43 These were the descendants of Dan by their clans:…
Jdg 18:1 In those days there was no king in Israel,…
Gen 49:16-17 Dan shall provide justice for his people.…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Tribe of Dan
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Dan, the fifth son of Jacob and Bilhah. The tribe is known for its later struggles with idolatry and relocation.

2. Joshua
The leader of Israel after Moses, responsible for leading the Israelites into the Promised Land and distributing the land among the tribes.

3. Promised Land
The land of Canaan, which God promised to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The distribution of this land is a fulfillment of God's covenant.

4. Casting Lots
A method used in ancient Israel to discern God's will, particularly in the allocation of land. It reflects a trust in divine sovereignty.

5. Inheritance
The portion of land allocated to each tribe, signifying God's provision and faithfulness to His promises.
Teaching Points
Divine Sovereignty and Human Responsibility
The casting of lots for the land allocation underscores God's control over the process, yet the tribes were responsible for taking possession of their inheritance. Believers today are called to trust in God's sovereignty while actively pursuing His will.

Faithfulness to God's Promises
The distribution of the land to the tribes of Israel is a testament to God's faithfulness. Christians can be assured that God will fulfill His promises in their lives.

The Danger of Complacency
The tribe of Dan's later struggles serve as a warning against complacency and the failure to fully embrace God's provision. Believers must remain vigilant in their spiritual walk.

Identity and Purpose
Each tribe had a specific inheritance and role within the nation of Israel. Similarly, every believer has a unique identity and purpose in the body of Christ.

Spiritual Inheritance
Just as the tribes received a physical inheritance, Christians have a spiritual inheritance in Christ, which includes eternal life and the blessings of being God's children.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Joshua 19:40?

2. How does Joshua 19:40 reflect God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises?

3. What can we learn about God's sovereignty from Joshua 19:40?

4. How does Joshua 19:40 connect to the broader narrative of Israel's inheritance?

5. How can we apply the concept of divine inheritance in our daily lives?

6. What role does obedience play in receiving God's promises, as seen in Joshua 19:40?

7. What is the significance of Joshua 19:40 in the context of Israel's tribal inheritance?

8. How does Joshua 19:40 reflect God's promise to the tribe of Dan?

9. Why is the allocation of land important in understanding God's covenant in Joshua 19:40?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 19?


(40) The seventh lot . . . of the children of Dan.--Dan was the most numerous tribe, next to Judah, in each census taken during the exodus. (See Numbers 1, 26) This tribe had also had a post of honour in being commander of the rear-guard during the march. A similar post is here assigned to Dan in Palestine, viz., next to Judah, on the side of the Philistine territory. The Philistines were the most powerful and warlike of the unconquered nations of Palestine. The wisdom of guarding Israel on their frontier by the two strongest of the tribes is manifest. It was Samson, a Danite, who began to deliver Israel from them, and David completed the work. Though there were Philistine wars in the time of the later kings, they never had dominion over Israel after David's time.

Joshua 19:40 records the seventh and final land allotment, showing God’s orderly, sovereign distribution of Canaan. Casting lots placed Dan’s inheritance firmly in divine hands, with every clan receiving its share. The verse reminds believers that God completes what He starts, cares for families within the larger community, and keeps His promises even to tribes that would struggle later.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The seventh
הַשְּׁבִיעִֽי׃ (haš·šə·ḇî·‘î)
Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular
Strong's 7637: Seventh (an ordinal number)

lot
הַגּוֹרָ֥ל (hag·gō·w·rāl)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1486: Lot -- a lot (for casting)

came out
יָצָ֖א (yā·ṣā)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim

for the clans
לְמִשְׁפְּחֹתָ֑ם (lə·miš·pə·ḥō·ṯām)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 4940: A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people

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

of Dan:
דָ֖ן (ḏān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1835: Dan -- 'judge', a son of Jacob, also a place in Northern Israel


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