New International Version And they buried him in the land of his inheritance, at Timnath Serah in the hill country of Ephraim, north of Mount Gaash. New Living Translation They buried him in the land he had been allocated, at Timnath-serah in the hill country of Ephraim, north of Mount Gaash. English Standard Version And they buried him in his own inheritance at Timnath-serah, which is in the hill country of Ephraim, north of the mountain of Gaash. Berean Standard Bible And they buried him in the land of his inheritance, at Timnath-serah in the hill country of Ephraim, north of Mount Gaash. Berean Literal Bible And they buried him within the border of his inheritance at Timnath-serah, which is in the hill country of Ephraim, on the north side of Mount Gaash. King James Bible And they buried him in the border of his inheritance in Timnathserah, which is in mount Ephraim, on the north side of the hill of Gaash. New King James Version And they buried him within the border of his inheritance at Timnath Serah, which is in the mountains of Ephraim, on the north side of Mount Gaash. New American Standard Bible And they buried him in the territory of his inheritance, in Timnath-serah, which is in the hill country of Ephraim, on the north of Mount Gaash. NASB 1995 And they buried him in the territory of his inheritance in Timnath-serah, which is in the hill country of Ephraim, on the north of Mount Gaash. NASB 1977 And they buried him in the territory of his inheritance in Timnath-serah, which is in the hill country of Ephraim, on the north of Mount Gaash. Legacy Standard Bible And they buried him in the territory of his inheritance in Timnath-serah, which is in the hill country of Ephraim, on the north of Mount Gaash. Amplified Bible They buried him in the territory of his inheritance in Timnath-serah, which is in the hill country of Ephraim, on the north side of Mount Gaash. Berean Annotated Bible And they buried him in the land of his inheritance, at Timnath-serah (portion of the sun) in the hill country of Ephraim (doubly fruitful), north of Mount Gaash (quaking). Christian Standard Bible They buried him in his allotted territory at Timnath-serah, in the hill country of Ephraim north of Mount Gaash. Holman Christian Standard Bible They buried him in his allotted territory at Timnath-serah, in the hill country of Ephraim north of Mount Gaash. American Standard Version And they buried him in the border of his inheritance in Timnathserah, which is in the hill-country of Ephraim, on the north of the mountain of Gaash. Contemporary English Version The Israelites buried him in his own land at Timnath-Serah, north of Mount Gaash in the hill country of Ephraim. English Revised Version And they buried him in the border of his inheritance in Timnath-serah, which is in the hill country of Ephraim, on the north of the mountain of Gaash. GOD'S WORD® Translation He was buried on his own land at Timnath Serah in the mountains of Ephraim north of Mount Gaash. Good News Translation They buried him on his own land at Timnath Serah in the hill country of Ephraim north of Mount Gaash. International Standard Version they buried him in his territorial inheritance at Timnath-serah in the mountainous region of Ephraim, north of Mount Gaash. NET Bible They buried him in his allotted territory in Timnath Serah in the hill country of Ephraim, north of Mount Gaash. New Heart English Bible They buried him in the border of his inheritance in Timnath Serah, which is in the hill country of Ephraim, on the north of the mountain of Gaash. Webster's Bible Translation And they buried him in the border of his inheritance in Timnath-serah, which is in mount Ephraim, on the north side of the hill of Gaash. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd they buried him in the land of his inheritance, at Timnath-serah in the hill country of Ephraim, north of Mount Gaash. World English Bible They buried him in the border of his inheritance in Timnathserah, which is in the hill country of Ephraim, on the north of the mountain of Gaash. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand they bury him in the border of his inheritance, in Timnath-Serah, which [is] in the hill-country of Ephraim, on the north of the hill of Gaash. Berean Literal Bible And they buried him within the border of his inheritance at Timnath-serah, which is in the hill country of Ephraim, on the north side of Mount Gaash. Young's Literal Translation and they bury him in the border of his inheritance, in Timnath-Serah, which is in the hill-country of Ephraim, on the north of the hill of Gaash. Smith's Literal Translation And they will bury him in the bound of his inheritance in Timnath-Serah, which is in mount Ephraim from the north, to the mount of Gaash. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd they buried him in the border of his possession in Thamnathsare, which is situate in mount Ephraim, on the north side of mount Gaas. Catholic Public Domain Version And they buried him within the borders of his possession at Timnath-Serah, which is situated on mount Ephraim, before the northern side of mount Gaash. New American Bible and they buried him within the borders of his heritage at Timnath-serah in the mountain region of Ephraim north of Mount Gaash. New Revised Standard Version They buried him in his own inheritance at Timnath-serah, which is in the hill country of Ephraim, north of Mount Gaash. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd they buried him in the border of his inheritance in Timnath-serah, which is on mount Ephraim, on the north side of mount Gaash. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And they buried him at the border of his inheritance in Tamnathserakh, that is in the Mount of Aphrim, from the north to the Mountain of Gaash OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And they buried him in the border of his inheritance in Timnath-serah, which is in the hill-country of Ephraim, on the north of the mountain of Gaash. Brenton Septuagint Translation And they buried him by the borders of his inheritance in Thamnasarach in the mount of Ephraim, northward of the mount of Galaad: there they put with him into the tomb in which they buried him, the knives of stone with which he circumcised the children of Israel in Galgala, when he brought them out of Egypt, as the Lord appointed them; and there they are to this day. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Joshua's Death and Burial29Some time later, Joshua son of Nun, the servant of the LORD, died at the age of 110. 30And they buried him in the land of his inheritance, at Timnath-serah in the hill country of Ephraim, north of Mount Gaash. 31Israel had served the LORD throughout the days of Joshua and of the elders who outlived him and who had experienced all the works that the LORD had done for Israel.… Cross References And they buried him in the land of his inheritance, Genesis 50:13 They carried him to the land of Canaan and buried him in the cave at Machpelah in the field near Mamre, which Abraham had purchased from Ephron the Hittite as a burial site. Genesis 23:19-20 After this, Abraham buried his wife Sarah in the cave of the field at Machpelah near Mamre (that is, Hebron) in the land of Canaan. / So the field and its cave were deeded by the Hittites to Abraham as a burial site. at Timnath-serah Joshua 19:50 as the LORD had commanded. They gave him the city of Timnath-serah in the hill country of Ephraim, as he requested. He rebuilt the city and settled in it. Judges 2:9 They buried him in the land of his inheritance, at Timnath-heres in the hill country of Ephraim, north of Mount Gaash. in the hill country of Ephraim, 1 Samuel 1:1 Now there was a man named Elkanah who was from Ramathaim-zophim in the hill country of Ephraim. He was the son of Jeroham, the son of Elihu, the son of Tohu, the son of Zuph, an Ephraimite. 1 Kings 12:25 Then Jeroboam built Shechem in the hill country of Ephraim and lived there. And from there he went out and built Penuel. Joshua 17:15 Joshua answered them, “If you have so many people that the hill country of Ephraim is too small for you, go to the forest and clear for yourself an area in the land of the Perizzites and the Rephaim.” north of Mount Gaash. 2 Samuel 23:30 Benaiah the Pirathonite, Hiddai from the brooks of Gaash, 1 Chronicles 11:32 Hurai from the brooks of Gaash, Abiel the Arbathite, Judges 2:8-9 And Joshua son of Nun, the servant of the LORD, died at the age of 110. / They buried him in the land of his inheritance, at Timnath-heres in the hill country of Ephraim, north of Mount Gaash. Genesis 50:25-26 And Joseph made the sons of Israel take an oath and said, “God will surely attend to you, and then you must carry my bones up from this place.” / So Joseph died at the age of 110. And they embalmed his body and placed it in a coffin in Egypt. Exodus 13:19 Moses took the bones of Joseph with him because Joseph had made the sons of Israel swear a solemn oath when he said, “God will surely attend to you, and then you must carry my bones with you from this place.” Hebrews 11:22 By faith Joseph, when his end was near, spoke about the exodus of the Israelites and gave instructions about his bones. Acts 7:15-16 So Jacob went down to Egypt, where he and our fathers died. / Their bones were carried back to Shechem and placed in the tomb that Abraham had bought from the sons of Hamor at Shechem for a price he paid in silver. Genesis 25:9-10 His sons Isaac and Ishmael buried him in the cave of Machpelah near Mamre, in the field of Ephron son of Zohar the Hittite. / This was the field that Abraham had bought from the Hittites. Abraham was buried there with his wife Sarah. Genesis 35:29 Then he breathed his last and died and was gathered to his people, old and full of years. And his sons Esau and Jacob buried him. Treasury of Scripture And they buried him in the border of his inheritance in Timnathserah, which is in mount Ephraim, on the north side of the hill of Gaash. Timnath-serah Joshua 19:50 According to the word of the LORD they gave him the city which he asked, even Timnathserah in mount Ephraim: and he built the city, and dwelt therein. Judges 2:9 And they buried him in the border of his inheritance in Timnathheres, in the mount of Ephraim, on the north side of the hill Gaash. Gaash 2 Samuel 23:30 Benaiah the Pirathonite, Hiddai of the brooks of Gaash, Jump to Previous Border Buried Country Earth Ephraim E'phraim Hill Hill-Country Inheritance Mount Mountain North Serah Side Territory Timnath Timnathserah Timnath-Serah Tim'nath-Se'rahJump to Next Border Buried Country Earth Ephraim E'phraim Hill Hill-Country Inheritance Mount Mountain North Serah Side Territory Timnath Timnathserah Timnath-Serah Tim'nath-Se'rahJoshua 24 1. Joshua assembles the tribes at Shechem2. A brief history of God's benefits from Terah 14. He renews the covenant between them and God 26. A stone the witness of the covenant 29. Joshua's age, death, and burial 32. Joseph's bones are buried 33. Eleazar dies And they buried him in the land of his inheritance, Joshua was laid to rest in the portion he received after leading Israel into Canaan. His burial there marked the fulfillment of God’s promise to give Israel the land and honored Joshua’s faithful service throughout the conquest and settlement. Gen 50:13 They carried him to the land of Canaan… at Timnath-serah This town in Ephraim, whose name means “portion of abundance,” was given to Joshua as his personal inheritance after the other tribes had received their allotments. It stood as a lasting reminder that Israel’s leaders shared in the inheritance God provided for the nation. Jos 19:50 as the LORD had commanded. They gave him the city… in the hill country of Ephraim, The rugged central highlands belonged to the tribe descended from Joseph’s son Ephraim. Joshua’s connection with Ephraim and his burial in this region linked his life and leadership to the land where Israel was established. 1Sa 1:1 Now there was a man named Elkanah who was from… north of Mount Gaash. The geographic detail identifies Joshua’s burial place near a known landmark in the Ephraimite hill country. It grounds the account in the actual landscape of Israel and preserves the memory of where the nation’s great leader was buried. 2Sa 23:30 Benaiah the Pirathonite, Hiddai from the brooks of Gaash, Persons / Places / Events 1. JoshuaThe central figure in this passage, Joshua was the leader of Israel after Moses. He led the Israelites into the Promised Land and was a faithful servant of God. 2. Timnath-serah This is the place where Joshua was buried. It was located in the hill country of Ephraim and was part of Joshua's inheritance. 3. Hill Country of Ephraim A region in the central part of the land of Israel, known for its rugged terrain and significant historical events. 4. Mount Gaash A geographical landmark mentioned as being north of Joshua's burial site, providing a specific location for his resting place. Teaching Points Faithfulness in LeadershipJoshua's life exemplifies steadfastness and obedience to God. As leaders, we are called to be faithful in our responsibilities, trusting in God's guidance and provision. God's Promises Fulfilled The burial of Joshua in his inherited land is a testament to God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises. We can trust that God will fulfill His promises to us as well. Legacy of Faith Joshua's leadership left a lasting impact on the nation of Israel. Our actions and faith can leave a legacy for future generations, encouraging them to follow God wholeheartedly. The Importance of Rest Joshua's life and leadership point to the ultimate rest found in God. We are reminded to seek spiritual rest in Christ, who offers us peace and fulfillment. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 24:30?2. How does Joshua 24:30 emphasize the importance of honoring faithful leaders in life? 3. What can we learn from Joshua's burial about respecting God's chosen servants? 4. How does Joshua 24:30 connect to Hebrews 13:7 on remembering leaders' faith? 5. How can we apply Joshua's legacy to leadership roles in our communities? 6. What does Joshua's burial location teach about the significance of spiritual heritage? 7. What is the significance of Joshua's burial location in Joshua 24:30? 8. How does Joshua 24:30 reflect on leadership and legacy in biblical history? 9. Why is the burial of Joshua mentioned in the context of covenant renewal? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 24? Verse 30. - In the border of his inheritance in Timnath-Serah. Rather, perhaps, within the border. For Timnath-Serah, see note on Joshua 19:50. The burial-place of Joshua has been supposed to be identified by the Palestine Exploration Committee. Lieutenant Conder describes what he saw at Tibneh. Amid a number of tombs he found one evidently, from more than 200 lamp niches on the walls of the porch, the sepulchre of a man of distinction. The simple character of the ornamentation, he thinks, and the entire absence of it in the interior of the tomb itself, not only suggest an early date, but are in harmony with the character of the simple yet noble-minded warrior, whose tomb it is supposed to be (see Quart. Paper, oct. 1873). In later papers, however (see Oct. 1877, and Jan. 1878), Lieutenant Conder abandons Tibneh for Kerr Haris, on the ground that Jewish tradition, usually found to be correct, is in its favour. And more mature reflection has induced him to modify his former opinion as to the early date of the tombs. Until these researches commenced, the situation of the hill Gaash was unknown, though it is mentioned in 2 Samuel 23:30 ("the brooks" or "valleys of Gaash"), and 1 Chronicles 11:32. Nothing in these places serves to identify it. This passage is copied, with a few minute verbal discrepancies, into the Book of Judges (Joshua 2:6-9), a strong ground, according to all ordinary haws of literary criticism, for concluding that the latter book was written after the former. This is the chain of evidence by which the authenticity of the historical books of the Scriptures is established, not, of course, beyond the reach of cavil or dispute, but to the satisfaction of practical men. The LXX. as well as the Arabic translators have added here the following words: "There they placed with him in the sepulchre, in which they buried him there, the stone knives with which he circumcised the children of Israel in Gilgal, when he led them out from Egypt, as the Lord commanded, and they are there unto this day." This passage is not found in the Hebrew. And as the Arabic and the LXX. do not altogether agree, the probability seems to be that some apocryphal legend was inserted here at a very early date. Joshua 24:30 records more than a burial; it seals a life of obedience with a tangible marker of God’s faithfulness. Laid to rest by the people he led, in the exact portion God promised him, Joshua’s grave stands in Ephraim’s hills as a perpetual reminder that the LORD keeps His word to individuals and nations alike. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew And they buriedוַיִּקְבְּר֤וּ (way·yiq·bə·rū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 6912: To inter him אֹתוֹ֙ (’ō·ṯōw) Direct object marker | third person masculine singular Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case in the land בִּגְב֣וּל (biḡ·ḇūl) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1366: A cord, a boundary, the territory inclosed of his inheritance, נַחֲלָת֔וֹ (na·ḥă·lā·ṯōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 5159: Something inherited, occupancy, an heirloom, an estate, patrimony, portion at Timnath-serah סֶ֖רַח (se·raḥ) Preposition | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 8556: Timnath-heres -- 'territory of the sun', a village in the hill country of Ephraim in the hill country בְּהַר־ (bə·har-) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2022: Mountain, hill, hill country of Ephraim אֶפְרָ֑יִם (’ep̄·rā·yim) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 669: Ephraim -- a son of Joseph, also his descendants and their territory north מִצְּפ֖וֹן (miṣ·ṣə·p̄ō·wn) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 6828: Hidden, dark, the north as a, quarter of Mount לְהַר־ (lə·har-) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2022: Mountain, hill, hill country Gaash. גָּֽעַשׁ׃ (gā·‘aš) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1608: Gaash -- a mountain in Ephraim Additonal Resources Joshua 24:30 Blue Letter BibleJoshua 24:30 Bible Gateway Joshua 24:30 Bible.com Joshua 24:30 NIV |
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