from the tribe of Manasseh (a tribe of Joseph), Gaddi son of Susi; from the tribe of ManassehThe phrase "from the tribe of Manasseh" refers to one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Manasseh, the firstborn son of Joseph. In Hebrew, "Manasseh" means "causing to forget," reflecting Joseph's desire to forget his hardships in Egypt ( Genesis 41:51). Historically, the tribe of Manasseh was known for its significant territory on both sides of the Jordan River, indicating its importance and strength among the tribes. This context highlights the strategic and spiritual significance of the tribe's representation in the exploration of Canaan, as they were tasked with assessing the land God promised to Israel. Gaddi
The name "Gaddi" is derived from the Hebrew root "gad," meaning "fortune" or "luck." This name may reflect the hope or expectation of prosperity and success, which aligns with the mission of the spies to explore a land flowing with milk and honey. Gaddi's role as a representative of his tribe underscores the collective hope of Israel to inherit the blessings promised by God. son of Susi
"Susi" is a name that appears only in this context, and its meaning is not entirely clear. However, it is believed to be derived from the Hebrew root "sus," meaning "horse." This could symbolize strength, speed, or nobility, qualities valued in the ancient Near Eastern culture. The mention of Gaddi as the "son of Susi" emphasizes the importance of lineage and heritage in Israelite society, where family identity played a crucial role in one's social and spiritual standing. This connection to his father may also suggest a legacy of faith and courage, essential traits for the task of exploring the Promised Land. Persons / Places / Events 1. ManassehOne of the twelve tribes of Israel, named after Joseph's firstborn son. The tribe of Manasseh was known for its significant land inheritance on both sides of the Jordan River. 2. GaddiA representative from the tribe of Manasseh, chosen as one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan. His name means "my fortune" or "fortunate." 3. SusiThe father of Gaddi. Not much is known about Susi, but his name means "horse-like" or "swift." 4. The Spying of CanaanThis event involved twelve leaders from the tribes of Israel being sent by Moses to scout the Promised Land and report back on its conditions and inhabitants. 5. CanaanThe land promised by God to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It was a land described as "flowing with milk and honey." Teaching Points The Importance of RepresentationEach tribe had a representative, showing the value of each community's voice in collective decision-making. In our lives, we should consider how we represent our communities and faith. Faith vs. FearThe spies' mission was a test of faith. Gaddi, like others, faced the challenge of seeing the land through the lens of God's promise rather than fear. We are often faced with situations where we must choose faith over fear. Legacy and InfluenceGaddi's actions contributed to the account of his tribe. Our actions today can influence the legacy we leave behind for future generations. Trust in God's PromisesThe mission to Canaan was based on God's promise to Israel. Trusting in God's promises requires us to act in faith, even when circumstances seem daunting. Bible Study Questions 1. What can we learn from the selection of Gaddi as a representative of the tribe of Manasseh about leadership and responsibility in our own communities? 2. How does the account of the twelve spies, including Gaddi, challenge us to examine our own faith when facing seemingly insurmountable challenges? 3. In what ways can the legacy of the tribe of Manasseh inspire us to consider the impact of our actions on future generations? 4. How do the promises of God in the Bible encourage us to act in faith rather than succumb to fear, as seen in the account of the spies? 5. Reflect on a time when you had to represent your faith or community. How did you handle the responsibility, and what did you learn from the experience? Connections to Other Scriptures Genesis 41:51Manasseh's name is explained as Joseph's acknowledgment of God's help in making him forget his troubles. This connection highlights the legacy and significance of the tribe of Manasseh. Joshua 17:1-2Details the inheritance of the tribe of Manasseh, emphasizing their role and presence in the Promised Land. Hebrews 11:1-2The faith chapter, which can be connected to the faith (or lack thereof) demonstrated by the spies, including Gaddi, in their report about Canaan. People Aaron, Ahiman, Amalek, Amalekites, Ammiel, Amorites, Anak, Asher, Benjamin, Caleb, Canaanites, Dan, Eshcol, Gad, Gaddi, Gaddiel, Gemalli, Geuel, Hittites, Hori, Hoshea, Igal, Israelites, Issachar, Jebusites, Jehoshua, Jephunneh, Joseph, Joshua, Machi, Manasseh, Michael, Moses, Nahbi, Naphtali, Nun, Oshea, Palti, Raphu, Rehob, Reuben, Sethur, Shammua, Shaphat, Sheshai, Simeon, Sodi, Susi, Talmai, Vophsi, Zaccur, ZebulunPlaces Canaan, Egypt, Hebron, Kadesh-barnea, Lebo-hamath, Negeb, Paran, Rehob, Sinai, Valley of Eshcol, Wilderness of Paran, Zin, ZoanTopics Family, Gaddi, Joseph, Manassah, Manasseh, Manas'seh, Namely, Susi, TribeDictionary of Bible Themes Numbers 13:1-20 5552 spies Library Afraid of Giants
'And Moses sent them to spy out the land of Canaan, and said unto them, Get you up this way southward, and go up into the mountain; 18. And see the land, what it is; and the people that dwelleth therein, whether they be strong or weak, few or many; 19. And what the land is that they dwell in, whether it be good or bad; and what cities they be that they dwell in, whether in tents, or in strong holds; 20. And what the land is, whether it be fat or lean, whether there be wood therein, or not. And be …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy ScriptureThe Spies
THE UNBELIEF OF THE CHILDREN of Israel, prompted them to send spies into Canaan. God had told them that it was a good land, and he had promised to drive out their enemies, they ought therefore to have marched forward with all confidence to possess the promised heritage. Instead of this, they send twelve princes to spy out the land, and "alas, for human nature," ten of these were faithless, and only two true to the Lord. Read over the narrative, and mark the ill effect of the lying message, and the …
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 4: 1858 Exploring Canaan by Faith
EXPLORING CANAAN BY FAITH I can not understand faith. What is faith, anyway? I try to believe; sometimes I feel that my faith is strong, but at other times I feel that my faith is giving way. Can you help me in this matter? Faith seems such a hazy, intangible, elusive thing; now I think I have it, now it seems certain I have it not. I feel at times that my faith is so strong I could believe anything, then again I feel that every bit of faith I had is gone. Can you give me any instructions that will …
Robert Lee Berry—Adventures in the Land of Canaan Canaan
Canaan was the inheritance which the Israelites won for themselves by the sword. Their ancestors had already settled in it in patriarchal days. Abraham "the Hebrew" from Babylonia had bought in it a burying-place near Hebron; Jacob had purchased a field near Shechem, where he could water his flocks from his own spring. It was the "Promised Land" to which the serfs of the Pharaoh in Goshen looked forward when they should again become free men and find a new home for themselves. Canaan had ever been …
Archibald Sayce—Early Israel and the Surrounding Nations Hebron
From Jericho we proceed to Hebron, far off in situation, but next to it in dignity: yea, there was a time, when it went before Jerusalem itself in name and honour;--namely, while the first foundations of the kingdom of David were laid; and, at that time, Jericho was buried in rubbish, and Jerusalem was trampled upon by the profane feet of the Jebusites. Hebron was placed, as in the mountainous country of Judea, so in a place very rocky, but yet in a very fruitful coast. "There is no place, in all …
John Lightfoot—From the Talmud and Hebraica An Unfulfilled Desire
'... Let me die the death of the righteous, and let my last end be like his!'--NUM. xxiii. 10. '... Balaam also the son of Beor they slew with the sword.'--NUM. xiii. 8. Ponder these two pictures. Take the first scene. A prophet, who knows God and His will, is standing on the mountain top, and as he looks down over the valley beneath him, with its acacia-trees and swift river, there spread the tents of Israel. He sees them, and knows that they are 'a people whom the Lord hath blessed.' Brought there …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture Epistle xvii. To Felix, Bishop of Messana.
To Felix, Bishop of Messana. To our most reverend brother, the Bishop Felix, Gregory, servant of the servants of God [246] . Our Head, which is Christ, to this end has willed us to be His members, that through His large charity and faithfulness He might make us one body in Himself, to whom it befits us so to cling that, since without Him we can do nothing, through Him we may be enabled to be what we are called. From the citadel of the Head let nothing divide us, lest, if we refuse to be His members, …
Saint Gregory the Great—the Epistles of Saint Gregory the Great Annunciation of the Birth of Jesus.
(at Nazareth, b.c. 5.) ^C Luke I. 26-38. ^c 26 Now in the sixth month [this is the passage from which we learn that John was six months older than Jesus] the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth [Luke alone tells us where Mary lived before the birth of Jesus. That Nazareth was an unimportant town is shown by the fact that it is mentioned nowhere in the Old Testament, nor in the Talmud, nor in Josephus, who mentions two hundred four towns and cities of Galilee. The …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus
THE ISRAELITES IN THE LAND OF CANAAN: THE JUDGES--THE PHILISTINES AND THE HEBREW KINGDOM--SAUL, DAVID, SOLOMON, THE DEFECTION OF THE TEN TRIBES--THE XXIst EGYPTIAN DYNASTY--SHESHONQ OR SHISHAK DAMASCUS. The Hebrews in the desert: their families, clans, and tribes--The Amorites and the Hebrews on the left bank of the Jordan--The conquest of Canaan and the native reaction against the Hebrews--The judges, Ehud, Deborah, Jerubbaal or Gideon and the Manassite supremacy; Abimelech, Jephihdh. The Philistines, …
G. Maspero—History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 6 Numbers
Like the last part of Exodus, and the whole of Leviticus, the first part of Numbers, i.-x. 28--so called,[1] rather inappropriately, from the census in i., iii., (iv.), xxvi.--is unmistakably priestly in its interests and language. Beginning with a census of the men of war (i.) and the order of the camp (ii.), it devotes specific attention to the Levites, their numbers and duties (iii., iv.). Then follow laws for the exclusion of the unclean, v. 1-4, for determining the manner and amount of restitution …
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