Joshua 1:12
New International Version
But to the Reubenites, the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh, Joshua said,

New Living Translation
Then Joshua called together the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. He told them,

English Standard Version
And to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh Joshua said,

Berean Standard Bible
But to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh, Joshua said,

King James Bible
And to the Reubenites, and to the Gadites, and to half the tribe of Manasseh, spake Joshua, saying,

New King James Version
And to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh Joshua spoke, saying,

New American Standard Bible
But to the Reubenites, to the Gadites, and to the half-tribe of Manasseh, Joshua said,

NASB 1995
To the Reubenites and to the Gadites and to the half-tribe of Manasseh, Joshua said,

NASB 1977
And to the Reubenites and to the Gadites and to the half-tribe of Manasseh, Joshua said,

Legacy Standard Bible
To the Reubenites and to the Gadites and to the half-tribe of Manasseh, Joshua said,

Amplified Bible
To the Reubenites and to the Gadites and to the half-tribe of Manasseh, Joshua said,

Christian Standard Bible
Joshua said to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Joshua said to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh:”

American Standard Version
And to the Reubenites, and to the Gadites, and to the half-tribe of Manasseh, spake Joshua, saying,

Contemporary English Version
Joshua told the men of the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and East Manasseh:

English Revised Version
And to the Reubenites, and to the Gadites, and to the half tribe of Manasseh, spake Joshua, saying,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Next, Joshua said to the tribes of Reuben and Gad and half of the tribe of Manasseh,

Good News Translation
Joshua said to the tribes of Reuben and Gad and to half the tribe of Manasseh,

International Standard Version
Joshua told the descendants of Reuben, the descendants of Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh,

Majority Standard Bible
But to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh, Joshua said,

NET Bible
Joshua told the Reubenites, Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh:

New Heart English Bible
Joshua spoke to the Reubenites, and to the Gadites, and to the half-tribe of Manasseh, saying,

Webster's Bible Translation
And to the Reubenites, and to the Gadites, and to half the tribe of Manasseh, spoke Joshua, saying,

World English Bible
Joshua spoke to the Reubenites, and to the Gadites, and to the half-tribe of Manasseh, saying,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And to the Reubenite, and to the Gadite, and to the half of the tribe of Manasseh, Joshua has spoken, saying,

Young's Literal Translation
And to the Reubenite, and to the Gadite, and to the half of the tribe of Manasseh, hath Joshua spoken, saying,

Smith's Literal Translation
And to the Reubenites, and to the Gadites, and to half the tribe of Manasseh, Joshua said, saying,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And he said to the Rubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasses:

Catholic Public Domain Version
Likewise, he said to the Reubenites and to the Gadites, and to the one half tribe of Manasseh:

New American Bible
Joshua addressed the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh:

New Revised Standard Version
To the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh Joshua said,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And to the Reubenites and to the Gadites and to the half tribe of Manasseh, Joshua said,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And to Rubil and to Gad and to half of the tribe of Menasheh, Yeshua said
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And to the Reubenites, and to the Gadites, and to the half-tribe of Manasseh, spoke Joshua, saying:

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And to Ruben, and to Gad, and to the half tribe of Manasse, Joshua said,

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Joshua Takes Charge
11“Go through the camp and tell the people, ‘Prepare your provisions, for within three days you will cross the Jordan to go in and take possession of the land that the LORD your God is giving you to possess.’ ” 12But to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh, Joshua said, 13“Remember what Moses the servant of the LORD commanded you when he said, ‘The LORD your God will give you rest, and He will give you this land.’…

Cross References
Numbers 32:1-33
Now the Reubenites and Gadites, who had very large herds and flocks, surveyed the lands of Jazer and Gilead, and they saw that the region was suitable for livestock. / So the Gadites and Reubenites came to Moses, Eleazar the priest, and the leaders of the congregation, and said, / “Ataroth, Dibon, Jazer, Nimrah, Heshbon, Elealeh, Sebam, Nebo, and Beon, ...

Deuteronomy 3:18-20
At that time I commanded you: “The LORD your God has given you this land to possess. All your men of valor are to cross over, armed for battle, ahead of your brothers, the Israelites. / But your wives, your children, and your livestock—I know that you have much livestock—may remain in the cities I have given you, / until the LORD gives rest to your brothers as He has to you, and they too have taken possession of the land that the LORD your God is giving them across the Jordan. Then each of you may return to the possession I have given you.”

Numbers 32:20-22
Moses replied, “If you will do this—if you will arm yourselves before the LORD for battle, / and if every one of your armed men crosses the Jordan before the LORD, until He has driven His enemies out before Him, / then when the land is subdued before the LORD, you may return and be free of obligation to the LORD and to Israel. And this land will belong to you as a possession before the LORD.

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

Numbers 32:28-30
So Moses gave orders about them to Eleazar the priest, to Joshua son of Nun, and to the family leaders of the tribes of Israel. / And Moses said to them, “If the Gadites and Reubenites cross the Jordan with you, with every man armed for battle before the LORD, and the land is subdued before you, then you are to give them the land of Gilead as a possession. / But if they do not arm themselves and go across with you, then they must accept their possession among you in the land of Canaan.”

Deuteronomy 33:21
He chose the best land for himself, because a ruler’s portion was reserved for him there. He came with the leaders of the people; he administered the LORD’s justice and His ordinances for Israel.”

Numbers 32:16-19
Then the Gadites and Reubenites approached Moses and said, “We want to build sheepfolds here for our livestock and cities for our little ones. / But we will arm ourselves and be ready to go ahead of the Israelites until we have brought them into their place. Meanwhile, our little ones will remain in the fortified cities for protection from the inhabitants of the land. / We will not return to our homes until every Israelite has taken possession of his inheritance. ...

1 Chronicles 5:18-22
The Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh had 44,760 warriors—valiant men who carried the shield and sword, drew the bow, and were trained for battle. / They waged war against the Hagrites, as well as Jetur, Naphish, and Nodab. / And because they cried out to God in battle, they were helped against their enemies, and the Hagrites and all their allies were delivered into their hands. Because they put their trust in God, He answered their prayers. ...

Numbers 32:6-7
But Moses asked the Gadites and Reubenites, “Shall your brothers go to war while you sit here? / Why are you discouraging the Israelites from crossing into the land that the LORD has given them?

Numbers 32:25-27
The Gadites and Reubenites said to Moses, “Your servants will do just as our lord commands. / Our children, our wives, our livestock, and all our animals will remain here in the cities of Gilead. / But your servants are equipped for war, and every man will cross over to the battle before the LORD, just as our lord says.”

Numbers 32:31-32
The Gadites and Reubenites replied, “As the LORD has spoken to your servants, so we will do. / We will cross over into the land of Canaan armed before the LORD, that we may have our inheritance on this side of the Jordan.”

Deuteronomy 3:12-17
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 32:33
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.

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 32:23
But if you do not do this, you will certainly sin against the LORD—and be assured that your sin will find you out.


Treasury of Scripture

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Joshua 1
1. The Lord appoints Joshua to succeed Moses
3. The borders of the promised land
5. God promises to assist Joshua
8. He gives him instructions
10. Joshua prepares the people to pass over Jordan
12. He puts the two tribes and a half in mind of their promise to Moses
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But to the Reubenites
The Reubenites were descendants of Reuben, the firstborn son of Jacob and Leah. Historically, Reuben lost his birthright due to an indiscretion (Genesis 35:22), which was a significant event in the tribal dynamics of Israel. Despite this, the Reubenites were still a recognized tribe with a distinct inheritance. Their settlement on the east side of the Jordan River was a strategic choice, as it provided fertile land for their livestock. This decision reflects the practical needs and desires of the tribe, as well as their willingness to support the larger community of Israel in their conquest of Canaan.

the Gadites
The Gadites, descendants of Gad, Jacob's seventh son, were known for their warrior spirit and bravery (1 Chronicles 12:8). Like the Reubenites, they chose to settle east of the Jordan River. This choice was made after they saw the land of Jazer and Gilead, which was suitable for their large herds. Their decision to settle here, while still committing to help their fellow Israelites in battle, demonstrates a balance between personal needs and communal responsibility. The Gadites' role in Israel's military campaigns highlights their dedication and strength.

and the half-tribe of Manasseh
Manasseh was the firstborn son of Joseph, and his descendants were divided into two groups, with one half settling east of the Jordan. This division is significant as it reflects the fulfillment of Jacob's blessing over Joseph's sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, where both were given a portion among the tribes of Israel (Genesis 48:5). The half-tribe of Manasseh's settlement on the east side of the Jordan was a testament to their size and strength, as they were able to occupy a large territory. Their presence on both sides of the Jordan River symbolizes a bridge between the eastern and western tribes, emphasizing unity and shared purpose.

Joshua said
Joshua, the appointed leader after Moses, was tasked with leading the Israelites into the Promised Land. His role was not only as a military leader but also as a spiritual guide, ensuring that the people remained faithful to God's commands. In addressing the Reubenites, Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh, Joshua was reminding them of their commitment to assist their fellow Israelites in conquering the land west of the Jordan. This moment underscores Joshua's leadership qualities, his ability to communicate God's will, and his dedication to ensuring that all tribes worked together for the common good. His words were a call to unity, faithfulness, and action, setting the stage for the fulfillment of God's promises to Israel.

(12) To the Reubenites, and to the Gadites, and to half the tribe of Manasseh, spake Joshua.--The reference to Numbers 32 explains this order. We have only to observe that these two tribes and a half were not forbidden to leave a sufficient number of their fighting men to protect their homes and families. (See on Joshua 4:12.)

Verse 12. - And to the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh (see Numbers 32:1-33). We have here a remarkable instance of undesigned agreement between the various books of the Old Testament: one of those signs of the genuineness of the narrative which would be almost impossible to a compiler of fictitious records. We are told in the passage just cited that the reason why these particular tribes desired an inheritance on the other side Jordan was because they were particularly rich in cattle. Now we learn from other passages that this region was - and travellers tell us that it is to this day - a region particularly suited for pasture. The 'Jewish Chronicle,' in December, 1879, mentions a scheme projected by Mr. Laurence Oliphant for colonising this district for agricultural purposes under the auspices of a company. The "fat bulls of Bashan" were almost proverbial in Scripture. Mesha, king of Moab, was a "sheep master," we read (2 Kings 3:4), and his tribute, rendered in sheep to the king of Israel, was a very large one; especially when we remember that Moab was at that time but little larger than an ordinary English country (see also Deuteronomy 32:14; Ezekiel 39:18). The land to the east of Jordan bore the name Mishor, or level land, as contrasted with the rocky region on the other side of Jordan.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
But to the Reubenites,
וְלָרֽאוּבֵנִי֙ (wə·lā·r·’ū·ḇê·nî)
Conjunctive waw, 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,
הַֽמְנַשֶּׁ֑ה (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

Joshua
יְהוֹשֻׁ֖עַ (yə·hō·wō·šu·a‘)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3091: Joshua -- 'the LORD is salvation', Moses' successor, also the name of a number of Israelites

said,
אָמַ֥ר (’ā·mar)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say


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