Judges 10:5
New International Version
When Jair died, he was buried in Kamon.

New Living Translation
When Jair died, he was buried in Kamon.

English Standard Version
And Jair died and was buried in Kamon.

Berean Standard Bible
When Jair died, he was buried in Kamon.

Berean Literal Bible
And Jair died, and he was buried in Kamon.

King James Bible
And Jair died, and was buried in Camon.

New King James Version
And Jair died and was buried in Camon.

New American Standard Bible
And Jair died and was buried in Kamon.

NASB 1995
And Jair died and was buried in Kamon.

NASB 1977
And Jair died and was buried in Kamon.

Legacy Standard Bible
And Jair died and was buried in Kamon.

Amplified Bible
And Jair died and was buried in Kamon.

Berean Annotated Bible
When Jair (he enlightens) died, he was buried in Kamon (raised).

Christian Standard Bible
When Jair died, he was buried in Kamon.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
When Jair died, he was buried in Kamon.

American Standard Version
And Jair died, and was buried in Kamon.

Contemporary English Version
When he died, he was buried in the town of Kamon.

English Revised Version
And Jair died, and was buried in Kamon.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Jair died and was buried in Kamon.

Good News Translation
Jair died and was buried at Kamon.

International Standard Version
Jair died and was buried in Kamon.

NET Bible
Jair died and was buried in Kamon.

New Heart English Bible
Jair died, and was buried in Kamon.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Jair died, and was buried in Camon.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
When Jair died, he was buried in Kamon.

World English Bible
Jair died, and was buried in Kamon.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Jair dies, and is buried in Kamon.

Berean Literal Bible
And Jair died, and he was buried in Kamon.

Young's Literal Translation
and Jair dieth, and is buried in Kamon.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Jair will die and be buried in Canon.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Jair died: and was buried in the place which was called Camon.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And Jair died, and he was buried in the place which is called Kamon.

New American Bible
Jair died and was buried in Kamon.

New Revised Standard Version
Jair died, and was buried in Kamon.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Jair died and was buried in Camon.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Yair died and he was buried in Qamun
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Jair died, and was buried in Kamon.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Jair died, and was buried in Rhamnon.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Jair
4He had thirty sons who rode on thirty donkeys. And they had thirty towns in the land of Gilead, which to this day are called Havvoth-jair. 5When Jair died, he was buried in Kamon.

Cross References
When Jair died,

Joshua 24:29
Some time later, Joshua son of Nun, the servant of the LORD, died at the age of 110.

Deuteronomy 34:5
So Moses the servant of the LORD died there in the land of Moab, as the LORD had said.

1 Samuel 25:1
When Samuel died, all Israel gathered to mourn for him; and they buried him at his home in Ramah. Then David set out and went down to the Wilderness of Paran.
he was buried

1 Kings 2:10
Then David rested with his fathers and was buried in the City of David.

Judges 8:32
Later, Gideon son of Joash died at a ripe old age and was buried in the tomb of his father Joash in Ophrah of the Abiezrites.

2 Samuel 2:32
And they took Asahel and buried him in his father’s tomb in Bethlehem. Then Joab and his men marched all night and reached Hebron at daybreak.
in Kamon.

Deuteronomy 3:14
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 32:41
Jair, a descendant of Manasseh, went and captured their villages and called them Havvoth-jair.

1 Chronicles 2:22-23
Segub was the father of Jair, who had twenty-three cities in the land of Gilead. / But Geshur and Aram captured Havvoth-jair, along with Kenath and its sixty surrounding villages. All these were descendants of Machir the father of Gilead.
Judges 2:16-19
Then the LORD raised up judges, who saved them from the hands of those who plundered them. / Israel, however, did not listen to their judges. Instead, they prostituted themselves with other gods and bowed down to them. They quickly turned from the way of their fathers, who had walked in obedience to the LORD’s commandments; they did not do as their fathers had done. / Whenever the LORD raised up a judge for the Israelites, He was with that judge and saved them from the hands of their enemies while the judge was still alive; for the LORD was moved to pity by their groaning under those who oppressed them and afflicted them. …

Judges 3:9-11
But when the Israelites cried out to the LORD, He raised up Othniel son of Caleb’s younger brother Kenaz as a deliverer to save them. / The Spirit of the LORD came upon him, and he became Israel’s judge and went out to war. And the LORD delivered Cushan-rishathaim king of Aram into the hand of Othniel, who prevailed against him. / So the land had rest for forty years, until Othniel son of Kenaz died.

Judges 4:1-3
After Ehud died, the Israelites again did evil in the sight of the LORD. / So the LORD sold them into the hand of Jabin king of Canaan, who reigned in Hazor. The commander of his forces was Sisera, who lived in Harosheth-hagoyim. / Then the Israelites cried out to the LORD, because Jabin had nine hundred chariots of iron, and he had harshly oppressed the Israelites for twenty years.

Judges 6:1-6
Again the Israelites did evil in the sight of the LORD; so He delivered them into the hand of Midian for seven years, / and the hand of Midian prevailed against Israel. Because of the Midianites, the Israelites prepared shelters for themselves in the mountains, caves, and strongholds. / Whenever the Israelites planted their crops, the Midianites, Amalekites, and other people of the east would come up and invade them, …

Judges 8:33-35
And as soon as Gideon was dead, the Israelites turned and prostituted themselves with the Baals, and they set up Baal-berith as their god. / The Israelites failed to remember the LORD their God who had delivered them from the hands of all their enemies on every side. / They did not show kindness to the house of Jerubbaal (that is, Gideon) for all the good things he had done for Israel.

Judges 12:7-10
Jephthah judged Israel six years, and when he died, he was buried in one of the cities of Gilead. / After Jephthah, Ibzan of Bethlehem judged Israel. / He had thirty sons, as well as thirty daughters whom he gave in marriage to men outside his clan; and for his sons he brought back thirty wives from elsewhere. Ibzan judged Israel seven years. …

Judges 13:1
Again the Israelites did evil in the sight of the LORD, so He delivered them into the hand of the Philistines for forty years.


Treasury of Scripture

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Judges 10
1. Tola judges Israel in Shamir
3. Jair, whose thirty sons had thirty cities
6. The Philistines and Ammonites oppress Israel
10. In their misery God sends them to their false gods
15. Upon their repentance he pities them












When Jair died
Jair was one of the judges of Israel, a leader who arose after the time of Abimelech. His leadership is noted in the context of the cyclical pattern of sin, oppression, repentance, and deliverance that characterizes the Book of Judges. Jair's death marks the end of a period of relative peace and stability for Israel. His judgeship lasted 22 years, indicating a significant time of leadership. The death of a judge often signaled a transition and potential instability, as seen throughout Judges.

he was buried
Burial practices in ancient Israel were significant, reflecting honor and respect for the deceased. Being buried in one's own land or city was a mark of dignity. The mention of Jair's burial suggests he was a respected leader. In biblical times, burial sites were often family tombs or caves, indicating a connection to one's heritage and lineage.

in Kamon
Kamon is not frequently mentioned in the Bible, and its exact location is uncertain, though it is believed to be in the region of Gilead, east of the Jordan River. This area was part of the territory allotted to the half-tribe of Manasseh. The mention of Kamon highlights the geographical context of Jair's leadership, emphasizing the tribal and regional divisions within Israel during the time of the judges. The location also underscores the decentralized nature of Israelite society before the establishment of the monarchy.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jair
A judge of Israel who led for twenty-two years. He is noted for having thirty sons who rode thirty donkeys and controlled thirty towns in Gilead, which were called Havvoth Jair.

2. Kamon
The place where Jair was buried. Its exact location is not definitively known, but it is believed to be in the region of Gilead.

3. Gilead
A region east of the Jordan River, known for its balm and rugged terrain. It was part of the territory given to the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.
Teaching Points
Legacy and Influence
Jair's leadership and the mention of his sons and towns highlight the importance of leaving a godly legacy. Consider how your actions and decisions today can impact future generations.

Faithfulness in Leadership
Jair's tenure as a judge reflects a period of stability. Reflect on how faithfulness in your responsibilities can bring peace and stability to those around you.

The Significance of Burial Places
Kamon, as Jair's burial site, signifies the end of an era. It reminds us of the importance of remembering those who have gone before us and learning from their lives.

The Role of Judges in Israel
The judges were raised by God to deliver Israel from oppression. This points to God's sovereignty and His provision of leaders according to His purpose.

The Transience of Life
Jair's death and burial remind us of the brevity of life. It encourages us to live purposefully and in alignment with God's will.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Judges 10:5?

2. How can we emulate the leadership qualities of Jair in our communities today?

3. What lessons from Jair's leadership in Judges 10:5 apply to modern governance?

4. How does Jair's burial location reflect his influence in Israel's history?

5. What scriptural connections exist between Jair's leadership and other judges in the Bible?

6. How can Jair's legacy inspire us to leave a positive impact for God?

7. What is the significance of Jair's burial in Kamon in Judges 10:5?

8. How does Jair's leadership compare to other judges in the Book of Judges?

9. Why is there limited information about Jair's rule in Judges 10:5?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Judges 10?

11. Who were Tola, Jair, Ibzan, Elon, and Abdon?

12. Judges 12:8-15 - Why are Ibzan, Elon, and Abdon mentioned with so few details, making it difficult to verify their historicity?

13. (Judges 10:4) How feasible is it that Jair had thirty sons, all uniquely ruling thirty cities with their own donkeys?

14. (2 Chronicles 10) Why is there no clear archaeological evidence of this pivotal assembly at Shechem?
What Does Judges 10:5 Mean
When Jair died

Judges 10:5 opens with, “When Jair died…”—a reminder that every earthly judge, however faithful, was mortal (Hebrews 9:27; Joshua 24:29).

• Jair’s passing marks the end of 22 peaceful years (Judges 10:3–4), showing how God’s calm can hinge on the obedience of one leader (Proverbs 29:2).

• His death underscores the cycle in Judges: human deliverers rise and fall, but the LORD alone endures (Psalm 90:1–2; Isaiah 40:7–8).


he was buried

• Burial reflects honor and hope; Jair’s people gave him a dignified rest, anticipating resurrection promised throughout Scripture (Genesis 25:9; John 11:24; 1 Thessalonians 4:16).

• A grave secures historical reality—God works in real time and space, not myth (Acts 2:29–32).

• The respectful burial demonstrates covenant community life: they cared for the body even after leadership ended (2 Samuel 2:4–5).


in Kamon

• Kamon, likely in Gilead, ties Jair to the land his clan defended (Numbers 32:39–41; Deuteronomy 3:12–15).

• Placing the tomb in familiar soil kept the people mindful of God’s past deliverance and ongoing promises tied to geography (Joshua 21:38).

• The location teaches that God plants His servants where their memory will prompt future generations to trust Him (Psalm 78:6–7).


summary

Jair’s death, respectful burial, and resting place in Kamon together highlight the brevity of human leadership, the community’s honor for God’s servants, and the Lord’s faithfulness tied to a real land and people. Each phrase in Judges 10:5 points us beyond Jair to the everlasting Judge who never dies, assuring believers that every season, grave, and location rests under God’s sovereign, unchanging care.

(5) In Camon.--There seems to have been a Kamon six miles from Megiddo (Euseb. Jer.), but it is far more probable that this town was in Gilead, as Josephus says (Antt. v. 6, ? 6), and there is a Kamon mentioned as near Pella by Polybius (Hist. v. 70, ? 12).

Verse 5. - Jair... was buried in Careen. A city of Gilead according to Josephus, and probability. Polybius mentions a Camoun among other trans-Jordanic places, but its site has not been verified by modern research. Eusebius and Jerome place it in the plain of Esdraelon, but without probability. The careful mention of the place of sepulture of the judges and kings is remarkable, beginning with Gideon (Judges 8:32; Judges 10:2, 5; Judges 12:9, 10, 12, 15; Judges 16:31; 1 Samuel 31:12; 2 Samuel 2:10, etc.).

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Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
When Jair
יָאִ֔יר (yā·’îr)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2971: Jair -- 'he enlightens', three Israelites

died,
וַיָּ֣מָת (way·yā·māṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 4191: To die, to kill

he was buried
וַיִּקָּבֵ֖ר (way·yiq·qā·ḇêr)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6912: To inter

in Kamon.
בְּקָמֽוֹן׃ (bə·qā·mō·wn)
Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 7056: Kamon -- burial place of Jair


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