Numbers 32:4
New International Version
the land the LORD subdued before the people of Israel—are suitable for livestock, and your servants have livestock.

New Living Translation
The LORD has conquered this whole area for the community of Israel, and it is ideally suited for all our livestock.

English Standard Version
the land that the LORD struck down before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock, and your servants have livestock.”

Berean Standard Bible
which the LORD conquered before the congregation of Israel, are suitable for livestock—and your servants have livestock.”

King James Bible
Even the country which the LORD smote before the congregation of Israel, is a land for cattle, and thy servants have cattle:

New King James Version
the country which the LORD defeated before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock, and your servants have livestock.”

New American Standard Bible
the land which the LORD conquered before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock, and your servants have livestock.”

NASB 1995
the land which the LORD conquered before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock, and your servants have livestock.”

NASB 1977
the land which the LORD conquered before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock; and your servants have livestock.”

Legacy Standard Bible
the land, which Yahweh struck before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock, and your servants have livestock.”

Amplified Bible
the land which the LORD conquered before the congregation of Israel, is a land [suitable] for livestock, and your servants have [very large herds of] livestock.”

Christian Standard Bible
which the LORD struck down before the community of Israel, is good land for livestock, and your servants own livestock.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
which the LORD struck down before the community of Israel, is good land for livestock, and your servants own livestock.”

American Standard Version
the land which Jehovah smote before the congregation of Israel, is a land for cattle; and thy servants have cattle.

English Revised Version
the land which the LORD smote before the congregation of Israel, is a land for cattle, and thy servants have cattle.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
the land that the LORD won for the community of Israel, is a good place for livestock. Gentlemen, we have livestock.

International Standard Version
the land that the LORD defeated in the sight of the community of Israel—is perfect for cattle and your servants have cattle.

Majority Standard Bible
which the LORD conquered before the congregation of Israel, are suitable for livestock—and your servants have livestock.”

NET Bible
the land that the LORD subdued before the community of Israel, is ideal for cattle, and your servants have cattle."

New Heart English Bible
the land which the LORD struck before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock; and your servants have livestock."

Webster's Bible Translation
Even the country which the LORD smote before the congregation of Israel, is a land for cattle, and thy servants have cattle:

World English Bible
the land which Yahweh struck before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock; and your servants have livestock.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
the land which YHWH has struck before the congregation of Israel, is a land for livestock, and your servants have livestock.”

Young's Literal Translation
the land which Jehovah hath smitten before the company of Israel, is a land for cattle, and thy servants have cattle.'

Smith's Literal Translation
The land which Jehovah smote before the assembly of Israel, it is a land of cattle, and to thy servants are cattle.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The land, which the Lord hath conquered in the sight of the children of Israel, is a very fertile soil for the feeding of beasts: and we thy servants have very much cattle:

Catholic Public Domain Version
the land, which the Lord has struck in the sight of the sons of Israel, is a very fertile region for pasturing animals. And we, your servants, have very many cattle.

New American Bible
the land which the LORD has laid low before the community of Israel, is a land for livestock, and your servants have livestock.”

New Revised Standard Version
the land that the LORD subdued before the congregation of Israel—is a land for cattle; and your servants have cattle.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The land which the LORD smote before the children of Israel is a land for cattle, and your servants have cattle;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
The land that LORD JEHOVAH put to the sword before the children of Israel, the land that is where to go for the pasture of cattle, and your Servants have cattle”:
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
the land which the LORD smote before the congregation of Israel, is a land for cattle, and thy servants have cattle.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
the land which the Lord has delivered up before the children of Israel, is pasture land, and thy servants have cattle.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Tribes East of the Jordan
3“Ataroth, Dibon, Jazer, Nimrah, Heshbon, Elealeh, Sebam, Nebo, and Beon, 4 which the LORD conquered before the congregation of Israel, are suitable for livestock and your servants have livestock.” 5“If we have found favor in your sight,” they said, “let this land be given to your servants as a possession. Do not make us cross the Jordan.”…

Cross References
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. ...

Joshua 13:8-13
The other half of Manasseh, along with the Reubenites and Gadites, had received the inheritance Moses had given them beyond the Jordan to the east, just as Moses the servant of the LORD had assigned to them: / The area from Aroer on the rim of the Arnon Valley, along with the city in the middle of the valley, the whole plateau of Medeba as far as Dibon, / and all the cities of Sihon king of the Amorites who reigned in Heshbon, as far as the border of the Ammonites; ...

Joshua 22:1-9
Then Joshua summoned the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh / and told them, “You have done all that Moses the servant of the LORD commanded you, and you have obeyed my voice in all that I commanded you. / All this time you have not deserted your brothers, up to this very day, but have kept the charge given you by the LORD your God. ...

Deuteronomy 2:26-37
So from the Wilderness of Kedemoth I sent messengers with an offer of peace to Sihon king of Heshbon, saying, / “Let us pass through your land; we will stay on the main road. We will not turn to the right or to the left. / You can sell us food to eat and water to drink in exchange for silver. Only let us pass through on foot, ...

Deuteronomy 3:1-11
Then we turned and went up the road to Bashan, and Og king of Bashan and his whole army came out to meet us in battle at Edrei. / But the LORD said to me, “Do not fear him, for I have delivered him into your hand, along with all his people and his land. Do to him as you did to Sihon king of the Amorites, who lived in Heshbon.” / So the LORD our God also delivered Og king of Bashan and his whole army into our hands. We struck them down until no survivor was left. ...

1 Chronicles 5:9-10
They also settled in the east as far as the edge of the desert that extends to the Euphrates River, because their livestock had increased in the land of Gilead. / During the days of Saul they waged war against the Hagrites, who were defeated at their hands, and they occupied the dwellings of the Hagrites throughout the region east of Gilead.

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. ...

Psalm 135:10-12
He struck down many nations and slaughtered mighty kings: / Sihon king of the Amorites, Og king of Bashan, and all the kings of Canaan. / He gave their land as an inheritance, as a heritage to His people Israel.

Psalm 136:17-22
He struck down great kings His loving devotion endures forever. / and slaughtered mighty kings—His loving devotion endures forever. / Sihon king of the Amorites His loving devotion endures forever. ...

Isaiah 16:8-9
For the fields of Heshbon have withered, along with the grapevines of Sibmah. The rulers of the nations have trampled its choicest vines, which had reached as far as Jazer and spread toward the desert. Their shoots had spread out and passed over the sea. / So I weep with Jazer for the vines of Sibmah; I drench Heshbon and Elealeh with my tears. Triumphant shouts have fallen silent over your summer fruit and your harvest.

Jeremiah 48:32
I will weep for you, O vine of Sibmah, more than I weep for Jazer. Your tendrils have extended to the sea; they reach even to Jazer. The destroyer has descended on your summer fruit and grape harvest.

Acts 7:45
And our fathers who received it brought it in with Joshua when they dispossessed the nations God drove out before them. It remained until the time of David,

Hebrews 4:8
For if Joshua had given them rest, God would not have spoken later about another day.

Acts 13:19
And having vanquished seven nations in Canaan, He gave their land to His people as an inheritance.

Hebrews 11:33-34
who through faith conquered kingdoms, administered justice, and gained what was promised; who shut the mouths of lions, / quenched the raging fire, and escaped the edge of the sword; who gained strength from weakness, became mighty in battle, and put foreign armies to flight.


Treasury of Scripture

Even the country which the LORD smote before the congregation of Israel, is a land for cattle, and your servants have cattle:

Numbers 21:24,34
And Israel smote him with the edge of the sword, and possessed his land from Arnon unto Jabbok, even unto the children of Ammon: for the border of the children of Ammon was strong…

Deuteronomy 2:24-35
Rise ye up, take your journey, and pass over the river Arnon: behold, I have given into thine hand Sihon the Amorite, king of Heshbon, and his land: begin to possess it, and contend with him in battle…

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Numbers 32
1. The Reubenites and Gadites ask for inheritance on the east side of Jordan
6. Moses reproves them
16. They offer him conditions with which he is content
33. Moses assigns them the land
39. They conquer it.














which the LORD subdued
The phrase "which the LORD subdued" highlights the divine intervention and sovereignty of God in the affairs of Israel. The Hebrew root for "subdued" is "כָּבַשׁ" (kavash), which means to bring into subjection or to conquer. This word underscores the belief that it was not by Israel's might or power that the land was conquered, but by the hand of God. Historically, this reflects the numerous battles and victories that Israel experienced under divine guidance, emphasizing God's role as a warrior and protector of His people. This serves as a reminder of the importance of relying on God's strength rather than human effort.

before the congregation of Israel
The term "before the congregation of Israel" indicates that the subduing of the land was a public and communal event witnessed by the entire assembly of Israel. The Hebrew word for "congregation" is "עֵדָה" (edah), which refers to a gathering or assembly. This phrase suggests a collective experience and shared history among the Israelites, reinforcing their identity as a chosen people with a common destiny. It also implies accountability and transparency in the actions taken by the leaders and the people, as the deeds were done in the sight of all.

is a land for livestock
The description "is a land for livestock" points to the suitability of the land for pastoral purposes. The Hebrew word for "livestock" is "מִקְנֶה" (miqneh), which encompasses cattle, sheep, and other domesticated animals. This phrase indicates the fertility and abundance of the land, making it ideal for grazing and sustaining large herds. Historically, the economy and livelihood of many ancient Near Eastern cultures, including Israel, were heavily dependent on livestock. This suitability for livestock underscores God's provision and the practical considerations of settling in a land that could support the community's needs.

and your servants have livestock
The phrase "and your servants have livestock" reveals the request and motivation of the tribes of Reuben and Gad. The term "servants" here is a humble acknowledgment of their position before God and Moses, indicating submission and respect. The Hebrew word "עֶבֶד" (eved) for "servant" often denotes a person in service or subordination. This phrase highlights the tribes' practical concern for their possessions and their desire to settle in a land that would accommodate their wealth in livestock. It reflects a moment of negotiation and decision-making, where the tribes express their needs and seek approval for their request, demonstrating the balance between divine guidance and human initiative in the journey of faith.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
which
אֲשֶׁ֨ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

the LORD
יְהוָה֙ (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

conquered
הִכָּ֤ה (hik·kāh)
Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5221: To strike

before
לִפְנֵי֙ (lip̄·nê)
Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 6440: The face

the congregation
עֲדַ֣ת (‘ă·ḏaṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 5712: A stated assemblage

of Israel,
יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל (yiś·rā·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc

are suitable
הָאָ֗רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land

for livestock—
מִקְנֶ֖ה (miq·neh)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4735: Something bought, property, livestock, acquisition

and your servants
וְלַֽעֲבָדֶ֖יךָ (wə·la·‘ă·ḇā·ḏe·ḵā)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 5650: Slave, servant

have livestock.”
מִקְנֶֽה׃ (miq·neh)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4735: Something bought, property, livestock, acquisition


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