Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version It then went to the northern slope of Beth Hoglah and came out at the northern bay of the Dead Sea, at the mouth of the Jordan in the south. This was the southern boundary. New Living Translation ran past the north slope of Beth-hoglah, and ended at the north bay of the Dead Sea, which is the southern end of the Jordan River. This was the southern boundary. English Standard Version Then the boundary passes on to the north of the shoulder of Beth-hoglah. And the boundary ends at the northern bay of the Salt Sea, at the south end of the Jordan: this is the southern border. Berean Standard Bible The border continued to the northern slope of Beth-hoglah and came out at the northern bay of the Salt Sea, at the mouth of the Jordan. This was the southern border. King James Bible And the border passed along to the side of Bethhoglah northward: and the outgoings of the border were at the north bay of the salt sea at the south end of Jordan: this was the south coast. New King James Version And the border passed along to the north side of Beth Hoglah; then the border ended at the north bay at the Salt Sea, at the south end of the Jordan. This was the southern boundary. New American Standard Bible Then the border continued to the side of Beth-hoglah northward; and the border ended at the north bay of the Salt Sea, at the south end of the Jordan. This was the southern border. NASB 1995 The border continued to the side of Beth-hoglah northward; and the border ended at the north bay of the Salt Sea, at the south end of the Jordan. This was the south border. NASB 1977 And the border continued to the side of Beth-hoglah northward; and the border ended at the north bay of the Salt Sea, at the south end of the Jordan. This was the south border. Legacy Standard Bible And the border passed on to the side of Beth-hoglah northward; and the border ended at the north bay of the Salt Sea, at the south end of the Jordan. This was the south border. Amplified Bible The border continued along to the north of the slope of Beth-hoglah; and the border ended at the northern bay of the Salt (Dead) Sea, at the south end of the Jordan. This was the southern border. Christian Standard Bible The border continued to the north slope of Beth-hoglah and ended at the northern bay of the Dead Sea, at the southern end of the Jordan. This was the southern border. Holman Christian Standard Bible The border continued to the north slope of Beth-hoglah and ended at the northern bay of the Dead Sea, at the southern end of the Jordan. This was the southern border. American Standard Version and the border passed along to the side of Beth-hoglah northward; and the goings out of the border were at the north bay of the Salt Sea, at the south end of the Jordan: this was the south border. Contemporary English Version Inside the valley it went south as far as the northern hillside of Beth-Hoglah. The last section of the border went from there to the northern end of the Dead Sea, at the mouth of the Jordan River. English Revised Version and the border passed along to the side of Beth-hoglah northward: and the goings out of the border were at the north bay of the Salt Sea, at the south end of Jordan: this was the south border. GOD'S WORD® Translation The border continues to the north slope of Beth Hoglah and ends at the northern bay of the Dead Sea at the south end of the Jordan River. This is its southern border. Good News Translation passing north of the ridge of Beth Hoglah, and ended at the northern inlet on the Dead Sea, where the Jordan River empties into it. This was the southern border. International Standard Version From there the boundary proceeded to north of the slope of Beth-hoglah and terminated at the northern bay of the Salt Sea where the Jordan River ends in the south. This was the southern border. Majority Standard Bible The border continued to the northern slope of Beth-hoglah and came out at the northern bay of the Salt Sea, at the mouth of the Jordan. This was the southern border. NET Bible It then crossed to the slope of Beth Hoglah to the north and ended at the northern tip of the Salt Sea at the mouth of the Jordan River. This was the southern border. New Heart English Bible The border passed along to the side of Beth Hoglah northward; and the border ended at the north bay of the Salt Sea, at the south end of the Jordan. This was the south border. Webster's Bible Translation And the border passed along to the side of Beth-hoglah northward: and the limits of the border were at the north bay of the salt sea at the south end of Jordan. This was the south border. World English Bible The border passed along to the side of Beth Hoglah northward; and the border ended at the north bay of the Salt Sea, at the south end of the Jordan. This was the south border. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the border has passed over to the side of Beth-Hoglah northward, and the outgoings of the border have been to the north bay of the Salt Sea, to the south extremity of the Jordan; this [is] the south border; Young's Literal Translation and the border hath passed over unto the side of Beth-Hoglah northward, and the outgoings of the border have been unto the north bay of the salt sea, unto the south extremity of the Jordan; this is the south border; Smith's Literal Translation And the bound passed over to the shoulder of the Partridge House north, and its outgoings of the bound were at the tongue of the salt sea north, to the extremity of Jordan south: this the south bound. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd it passeth by Bethhagla northward: and the outgoings thereof are towards the north of the most salt sea at the south end of the Jordan: Catholic Public Domain Version And it advances before Beth-hoglah, to the north. And its exits are to the north, opposite the bay of the very salty sea, in the southern region at the end of the Jordan, New American Bible From there the boundary continued across the northern flank of Beth-hoglah and extended northward to the tongue of the Salt Sea, toward the southern end of the Jordan. This was the southern boundary. New Revised Standard Version then the boundary passes on to the north of the slope of Beth-hoglah; and the boundary ends at the northern bay of the Dead Sea, at the south end of the Jordan: this is the southern border. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen the border passed along to the side of Beth-hoglah northward; and the limits of the border were at the northern bay of the Salt Sea at the side of the Jordan southward; this was the south border. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the border passed on the side of Bayth Khagla from the north and the limits of the borders were on the Isthmus of the Sea of Salt from the north and upon the banks of the Jordan from the south; this is the border of the south OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the border passed along to the side of Beth-hoglah northward; and the goings out of the border were at the north bay of the Salt Sea, at the south end of the Jordan; this was the south border. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the termination of the borders shall be at the creek of the salt sea northward to the side of Jordan southward: these are their southern borders. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Benjamin's Inheritance…18Then it went on to the northern slope of Beth-arabah and went down into the valley. 19The border continued to the northern slope of Beth-hoglah and came out at the northern bay of the Salt Sea, at the mouth of the Jordan. This was the southern border. 20On the east side the border was the Jordan. These were the borders around the inheritance of the clans of the tribe of Benjamin.… Cross References Joshua 15:7 Then the border went up to Debir from the Valley of Achor, turning north to Gilgal, which faces the Ascent of Adummim south of the ravine. It continued along the waters of En-shemesh and came out at En-rogel. Joshua 15:9 From the hilltop the border curved to the spring of the Waters of Nephtoah, proceeded to the cities of Mount Ephron, and then bent around toward Baalah (that is, Kiriath-jearim). Joshua 15:11 Then it went out to the northern slope of Ekron, curved toward Shikkeron, proceeded to Mount Baalah, went on to Jabneel, and ended at the Sea. Numbers 34:5 where it will turn from Azmon, join the Brook of Egypt, and end at the Sea. Numbers 34:6 Your western border will be the coastline of the Great Sea; this will be your boundary on the west. Ezekiel 47:19 On the south side it will run from Tamar to the waters of Meribath-kadesh, and along the Brook of Egypt to the Great Sea. This will be the southern boundary. Ezekiel 48:28 The southern border of Gad will run from Tamar to the waters of Meribath-kadesh, then along the Brook of Egypt and out to the Great Sea. 1 Kings 4:24 For Solomon had dominion over everything west of the Euphrates—over all the kingdoms from Tiphsah to Gaza—and he had peace on all sides. 1 Kings 9:26 King Solomon also assembled a fleet of ships at Ezion-geber, which is near Eloth in Edom, on the shore of the Red Sea. 2 Chronicles 8:17 Then Solomon went to Ezion-geber and to Eloth on the coast of Edom. Isaiah 33:21 But there the Majestic One, our LORD, will be for us a place of rivers and wide canals, where no galley with oars will row, and no majestic vessel will pass. Isaiah 60:18 No longer will violence be heard in your land, nor ruin or destruction within your borders. But you will name your walls Salvation and your gates Praise. Jeremiah 47:7 How can it rest when the LORD has commanded it? He has appointed it against Ashkelon and the shore of its coastland.” Matthew 4:13-16 Leaving Nazareth, He went and lived in Capernaum, which is by the sea in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali, / to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: / “Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles— ... Matthew 8:28 When Jesus arrived on the other side in the region of the Gadarenes, He was met by two demon-possessed men coming from the tombs. They were so violent that no one could pass that way. Treasury of Scripture And the border passed along to the side of Bethhoglah northward: and the outgoings of the border were at the north bay of the salt sea at the south end of Jordan: this was the south coast. bay [heb] tongue Joshua 15:2 And their south border was from the shore of the salt sea, from the bay that looketh southward: Isaiah 11:15 And the LORD shall utterly destroy the tongue of the Egyptian sea; and with his mighty wind shall he shake his hand over the river, and shall smite it in the seven streams, and make men go over dryshod. the salt Joshua 3:16 That the waters which came down from above stood and rose up upon an heap very far from the city Adam, that is beside Zaretan: and those that came down toward the sea of the plain, even the salt sea, failed, and were cut off: and the people passed over right against Jericho. Joshua 12:3 And from the plain to the sea of Chinneroth on the east, and unto the sea of the plain, even the salt sea on the east, the way to Bethjeshimoth; and from the south, under Ashdothpisgah: Genesis 14:3 All these were joined together in the vale of Siddim, which is the salt sea. this was the. Joshua 15:1-12 This then was the lot of the tribe of the children of Judah by their families; even to the border of Edom the wilderness of Zin southward was the uttermost part of the south coast… Joshua 15:16 And Caleb said, He that smiteth Kirjathsepher, and taketh it, to him will I give Achsah my daughter to wife. Joshua 15:14 And Caleb drove thence the three sons of Anak, Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak. Jump to Previous Bay Beth Bethhoglah Beth-Hoglah Border Boundary Coast Continued End Ended Ending Ends Hoglah Inlet Jordan Limits Mouth North Northern Northward Outgoings Passed Passes Salt Sea Shoulder Side South Southern TongueJump to Next Bay Beth Bethhoglah Beth-Hoglah Border Boundary Coast Continued End Ended Ending Ends Hoglah Inlet Jordan Limits Mouth North Northern Northward Outgoings Passed Passes Salt Sea Shoulder Side South Southern TongueJoshua 18 1. The tabernacle is set up at Shiloh2. The remainder of the land is described, and divided into seven parts 10. Joshua distributes it by lot 11. The lot and border of Benjamin 21. Their cities The border continued to the northern slope of Beth-hoglah Beth-hoglah is identified as a location within the tribal allotment of Benjamin. It is situated near the Jordan River and the Dead Sea, indicating its strategic importance. The name "Beth-hoglah" means "house of the partridge," which may suggest a place known for wildlife or hunting. This area is significant in the division of the Promised Land among the tribes of Israel, highlighting the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham regarding the land (Genesis 15:18-21). The precise location of Beth-hoglah is debated, but it is generally associated with the modern site of Ain Hajla. and came out at the northern bay of the Salt Sea at the mouth of the Jordan This was the southern border Persons / Places / Events 1. Beth-hoglahA location in the territory of Benjamin, near the Jordan River. It is significant as a boundary marker in the division of the land among the tribes of Israel. 2. Salt Sea Also known as the Dead Sea, it is a large saltwater lake bordered by Jordan to the east and Israel and Palestine to the west. It serves as a geographical landmark in the biblical account. 3. Jordan River A major river in the Middle East that flows into the Dead Sea. It is a significant site in biblical history, symbolizing transitions and divine interventions. 4. Tribe of Benjamin One of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Benjamin, the youngest son of Jacob. The allocation of land to this tribe is part of the broader division of Canaan among the Israelites. 5. Land Division The event of dividing the Promised Land among the tribes of Israel, as instructed by God through Moses and executed by Joshua. This division is a fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham. Teaching Points God's Faithfulness in PromisesThe division of the land among the tribes of Israel is a testament to God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises. Believers can trust that God will fulfill His promises in their lives as well. Significance of Boundaries The detailed description of boundaries in Joshua highlights the importance of respecting and maintaining God-given boundaries in our lives, whether they are physical, moral, or spiritual. Role of Leadership Joshua's role in dividing the land underscores the importance of godly leadership in guiding and directing God's people according to His will. Inheritance in Christ Just as the Israelites received their inheritance in the Promised Land, believers have an inheritance in Christ, which includes spiritual blessings and eternal life. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The borderהַגְּב֜וּל (hag·gə·ḇūl) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1366: A cord, a boundary, the territory inclosed continued וְעָבַ֨ר (wə·‘ā·ḇar) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5674: To pass over, through, or by, pass on to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the northern צָפוֹנָה֒ (ṣā·p̄ō·w·nāh) Noun - feminine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 6828: Hidden, dark, the north as a, quarter slope כֶּ֣תֶף (ke·ṯep̄) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 3802: The shoulder, side-piece, lateral projection of anything of Beth-hoglah חָגְלָה֮ (ḥā·ḡə·lāh) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1031: Beth-hoglah -- 'place of partridge', a place in Benjamin and came out וְהָי֣וּ ׀ (wə·hā·yū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person common plural Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be at אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the northern צָפ֔וֹנָה (ṣā·p̄ō·w·nāh) Noun - feminine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 6828: Hidden, dark, the north as a, quarter bay לְשׁ֤וֹן (lə·šō·wn) Noun - common singular construct Strong's 3956: The tongue of the Salt Sea, יָם־ (yām-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3220: A sea, the Mediterranean Sea, large river, an artifical basin at אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the mouth נֶ֑גְבָּה (neḡ·bāh) Noun - masculine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 5045: South country, the Negeb, south of the Jordan. הַיַּרְדֵּ֖ן (hay·yar·dên) Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3383: Jordan -- the principal river of Palestine This זֶ֖ה (zeh) Pronoun - masculine singular Strong's 2088: This, that was the southern נֶֽגֶב׃ (ne·ḡeḇ) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5045: South country, the Negeb, south border. הַגְּב֗וּל (hag·gə·ḇūl) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1366: A cord, a boundary, the territory inclosed Links Joshua 18:19 NIVJoshua 18:19 NLT Joshua 18:19 ESV Joshua 18:19 NASB Joshua 18:19 KJV Joshua 18:19 BibleApps.com Joshua 18:19 Biblia Paralela Joshua 18:19 Chinese Bible Joshua 18:19 French Bible Joshua 18:19 Catholic Bible OT History: Joshua 18:19 The border passed along to the side (Josh. 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