Joshua 15:37
New International Version
Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal Gad,

New Living Translation
Also included were Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal-gad,

English Standard Version
Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal-gad,

Berean Standard Bible
Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal-gad,

Berean Literal Bible
Zenan, and Hadashah, and Migdal-gad,

King James Bible
Zenan, and Hadashah, and Migdalgad,

New King James Version
Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal Gad,

New American Standard Bible
Zenan, Hadashah, and Migdal-gad,

NASB 1995
Zenan and Hadashah and Migdal-gad,

NASB 1977
Zenan and Hadashah and Migdal-gad,

Legacy Standard Bible
Zenan and Hadashah and Migdal-gad,

Amplified Bible
Zenan and Hadashah and Migdal-gad,

Berean Annotated Bible
Zenan (pointed), Hadashah (new), Migdal-gad (tower of God),

Christian Standard Bible
Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal-gad,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal-gad,

American Standard Version
Zenan, and Hadashah, and Migdal-gad,

English Revised Version
Zenan, and Hadashah, and Migdal-gad;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
They also gave Judah 16 other cities with their villages: Zenan, Hadashah, Migdalgad,

Good News Translation
There were also Zenan, Hadashah, Migdalgad,

International Standard Version
Also included were Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal-gad,

NET Bible
Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal Gad,

New Heart English Bible
Zenan, and Hadashah, and Migdal Gad,

Webster's Bible Translation
Zenan, and Hadashah, and Migdalgad,
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal-gad,

World English Bible
Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal Gad,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Zenan, and Hadashah, and Migdal-Gad,

Berean Literal Bible
Zenan, and Hadashah, and Migdal-gad,

Young's Literal Translation
Zenan, and Hadashah, and Migdal-Gad,

Smith's Literal Translation
Zenan, and Hadashah, and Migdal-Gad,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Sanan and Hadassa and Magdalgad,

Catholic Public Domain Version
Zenan and Hadashah and Middalgad,

New American Bible
Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal-gad,

New Revised Standard Version
Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal-gad,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Zalan, Harshah, Migdal-gad,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Tsalan and Kharsha and Magdalgad
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Zenan, and Hadashah, and Migdal-gad;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Senna, and Adasan, and Magadalgad,

Additional Translations ...



Context
The Cities of Judah
36Shaaraim, Adithaim, and Gederah (or Gederothaim)—fourteen cities, along with their villages. 37Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal-gad, 38Dilan, Mizpeh, Joktheel,…

Cross References
Zenan,

Micah 1:11
Depart in shameful nakedness, O dwellers of Shaphir. The dwellers of Zaanan will not come out. Beth-ezel is in mourning; its support is taken from you.

Joshua 10:40-42
So Joshua conquered the whole region—the hill country, the Negev, the foothills, and the slopes, together with all their kings—leaving no survivors. He devoted to destruction everything that breathed, just as the LORD, the God of Israel, had commanded. / Joshua conquered the area from Kadesh-barnea to Gaza, and the whole region of Goshen as far as Gibeon. / And because the LORD, the God of Israel, fought for Israel, Joshua captured all these kings and their land in one campaign.

2 Chronicles 11:5-10
Rehoboam lived in Jerusalem, and he built up cities for defense in Judah. / He built up Bethlehem, Etam, Tekoa, / Beth-zur, Soco, Adullam, …
Hadashah,

2 Chronicles 14:7
So he said to the people of Judah, “Let us build these cities and surround them with walls and towers, with doors and bars. The land is still ours because we have sought the LORD our God. We have sought Him, and He has given us rest on every side.” So they built and prospered.

Judges 1:9
Afterward, the men of Judah marched down to fight against the Canaanites living in the hill country, in the Negev, and in the foothills.

Nehemiah 11:25-30
As for the villages with their fields, some of the people of Judah lived in Kiriath-arba, Dibon, Jekabzeel, and their villages; / in Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet; / in Hazar-shual; in Beersheba and its villages; …
Migdal-gad,

Genesis 35:21
Israel again set out and pitched his tent beyond the Tower of Eder.

Micah 4:8
And you, O watchtower of the flock, O stronghold of the Daughter of Zion—the former dominion will be restored to you; sovereignty will come to the Daughter of Jerusalem.”

2 Chronicles 26:9
Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate, the Valley Gate, and the angle in the wall, and he fortified them.
Joshua 10:10-11
And the LORD threw them into confusion before Israel, who defeated them in a great slaughter at Gibeon, pursued them along the ascent to Beth-horon, and struck them down as far as Azekah and Makkedah. / As they fled before Israel along the descent from Beth-horon to Azekah, the LORD cast down on them large hailstones from the sky, and more of them were killed by the hailstones than by the swords of the Israelites.

Judges 1:18-19
And Judah also captured Gaza, Ashkelon, and Ekron—each with its territory. / The LORD was with Judah, and they took possession of the hill country; but they could not drive out the inhabitants of the plains because they had chariots of iron.

1 Samuel 17:1
Now the Philistines gathered their forces for war at Socoh in Judah, and they camped between Socoh and Azekah in Ephes-dammim.

Jeremiah 34:7
as the army of the king of Babylon was fighting against Jerusalem and the remaining cities of Judah—against Lachish and Azekah. For these were the only fortified cities remaining in Judah.

Ezekiel 16:46-49
Your older sister was Samaria, who lived with her daughters to your north; and your younger sister was Sodom, who lived with her daughters to your south. / And you not only walked in their ways and practiced their abominations, but soon you were more depraved than they were. / As surely as I live, declares the Lord GOD, your sister Sodom and her daughters never did as you and your daughters have done. …

Zechariah 9:5-7
Ashkelon will see and fear; Gaza will writhe in agony, as will Ekron, for her hope will wither. There will cease to be a king in Gaza, and Ashkelon will be uninhabited. / A mixed race will occupy Ashdod, and I will cut off the pride of the Philistines. / I will remove the blood from their mouths and the abominations from between their teeth. Then they too will become a remnant for our God; they will become like a clan in Judah, and Ekron will be like the Jebusites.

Matthew 4:25
Large crowds followed Him, having come from Galilee, the Decapolis, Jerusalem, Judea, and beyond the Jordan.


Treasury of Scripture

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Zenan,

Zenan was one of the towns assigned to Judah in the Shephelah, the fertile western foothills that formed a buffer between the coastal plain and the hill country. Its location is no longer certain, but it belonged to a region important for agriculture, travel, and defense.

Mic 1:11 Depart in shameful nakedness, O dwellers of Shaphir.…
Jos 10:40-42 So Joshua conquered the whole region—the hill country…
2Ch 11:5-10 Rehoboam lived in Jerusalem, and he built up cities…

Hadashah,

Hadashah, meaning “new,” stood among the settlements of Judah’s lowland district. Though its site has not been identified, its inclusion in the boundary and town lists records the thorough allotment of the land promised to Israel.

2Ch 14:7 So he said to the people of Judah, “Let us build…
Jdg 1:9 Afterward, the men of Judah marched down to fight…
Neh 11:25-30 As for the villages with their fields, some of the people…

Migdal-gad,

Migdal-gad, meaning “tower of Gad,” was likely a fortified settlement or watchpoint in the Shephelah. Such places helped guard routes through the lowlands and supported Judah’s security within the land God had given the tribe.

Gen 35:21 Israel again set out and pitched his tent…
Mic 4:8 And you, O watchtower of the flock, O stronghold,…
2Ch 26:9 Uzziah built towers in Jerusalem at the Corner Gate,…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Zenan
A town located in the lowland region of Judah. Its name is thought to mean "pointed" or "thorn," which may reflect its geographical or cultural characteristics.

2. Hadashah
Another town in the territory of Judah. The name "Hadashah" means "new," suggesting a place of renewal or recent establishment.

3. Migdal-gad
A town whose name means "tower of Gad." The term "Migdal" refers to a tower or fortress, and "Gad" could be a reference to fortune or a tribal name, indicating a place of strength or protection.
Teaching Points
Understanding Our Inheritance
Just as the Israelites were given specific lands, Christians are called to recognize and steward their spiritual inheritance in Christ. Reflect on what God has entrusted to you and how you can faithfully manage it.

Significance of Names
The names of places in the Bible often carry deep meanings. Consider how the names of places or people in your life might reflect God's purpose or character.

Strength in God
Migdal-gad, meaning "tower of Gad," symbolizes strength and protection. In our spiritual journey, God is our fortress and stronghold. Trust in His protection and guidance.

Renewal and New Beginnings
Hadashah, meaning "new," reminds us of the new life we have in Christ. Embrace the opportunities for renewal and transformation that God offers.

Community and Belonging
The listing of towns in Judah highlights the importance of community and belonging. Engage with your local church and community, recognizing the role you play in God's larger plan.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Joshua 15:37?

2. What significance do the towns in Joshua 15:37 hold for Israel's inheritance?

3. How does Joshua 15:37 demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises?

4. Connect Joshua 15:37 to God's covenant with Abraham regarding land.

5. How can we trust God's promises in our lives, like in Joshua 15:37?

6. What lessons from Joshua 15:37 apply to our spiritual inheritance today?

7. What is the significance of Joshua 15:37 in the context of the land allotments to Judah?

8. How does Joshua 15:37 contribute to understanding the historical geography of ancient Israel?

9. What archaeological evidence supports the existence of the towns listed in Joshua 15:37?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 15?


Joshua 15:37, listing “Zenan, Hadashah, Migdal-gad,” may seem like a simple catalog, yet each name anchors the truth that God fulfilled His word down to the last village. Zenan affirms the concrete fulfillment of covenant borders, Hadashah highlights God’s concern for every place—renowned or obscure—and Migdal-gad reflects His protective provision inside the promised land. Together they remind us that when the Lord gives an inheritance, every detail stands secure, demonstrable, and trustworthy.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Zenan,
צְנָ֥ן (ṣə·nān)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 6799: Zenan -- a place in the Shephelah of Judah

Hadashah,
וַחֲדָשָׁ֖ה (wa·ḥă·ḏā·šāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 2322: Hadashah -- 'new', a city in Judah

Migdal-gad,
גָּֽד׃ (gāḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 4028: Migdal-gad -- 'tower of Gad', a city in Judah


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