1 Chronicles 4:39
New International Version
and they went to the outskirts of Gedor to the east of the valley in search of pasture for their flocks.

New Living Translation
and they traveled to the region of Gerar, in the east part of the valley, seeking pastureland for their flocks.

English Standard Version
They journeyed to the entrance of Gedor, to the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks,

Berean Standard Bible
and they journeyed to the entrance of Gedor, to the east side of the valley, in search of pasture for their flocks.

King James Bible
And they went to the entrance of Gedor, even unto the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

New King James Version
So they went to the entrance of Gedor, as far as the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

New American Standard Bible
They went to the entrance of Gedor, as far as the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

NASB 1995
They went to the entrance of Gedor, even to the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

NASB 1977
And they went to the entrance of Gedor, even to the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

Legacy Standard Bible
They went to the entrance of Gedor, even to the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

Amplified Bible
So they journeyed to the entrance of Gedor, to the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

Christian Standard Bible
They went to the entrance of Gedor, to the east side of the valley to seek pasture for their flocks.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
They went to the entrance of Gedor, to the east side of the valley to seek pasture for their flocks.

American Standard Version
And they went to the entrance of Gedor, even unto the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

Contemporary English Version
When the people needed more pastureland for their flocks and herds, they looked as far as the eastern side of the valley where the town of Gerar is located,

English Revised Version
And they went to the entering in of Gedor, even unto the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
They moved to the outskirts of Gedor, on the east side of the valley, to find pasture for their flocks.

Good News Translation
they spread out westward almost to Gerar and pastured their sheep on the eastern side of the valley in which that city is located.

International Standard Version
They journeyed as far as the entrance of Gedor on the east side of the valley in order to find pasture for their flocks.

Majority Standard Bible
and they journeyed to the entrance of Gedor, to the east side of the valley, in search of pasture for their flocks.

NET Bible
They went to the entrance of Gedor, to the east of the valley, looking for pasture for their sheep.

New Heart English Bible
They went to the entrance of Gerar, even to the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

Webster's Bible Translation
And they went to the entrance of Gedor, even to the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

World English Bible
They went to the entrance of Gedor, even to the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and they go to the entrance of Gedor, to the east of the valley, to seek pasture for their flock,

Young's Literal Translation
and they go to the entrance of Gedor, unto the east of the valley, to seek pasture for their flock,

Smith's Literal Translation
And they will come to the entrance of Gedor, even to the sunrising of the valley to seek pasture for their sheep.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And they went forth to enter into Gador as far as to the east side of the valley, to seek pastures for their flocks.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And they set out, so that they might enter into Gedor, as far as the eastern valley, and so that they might seek pastures for their flocks.

New American Bible
that they went to the approaches of Gedor, east of the valley, seeking pasture for their flocks.

New Revised Standard Version
They journeyed to the entrance of Gedor, to the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
For they who dwelt in it were the first settlers.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And they came to the entrance of Gadar unto the east of the valley to seek pasture for their sheep.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And they went to the entrance of Gedor, even unto the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And they went till they came to Gerara, to the east of Gai, to seek pasture for their cattle.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
More Descendants of Judah
38These men listed by name were the leaders of their clans. Their families increased greatly, 39and they journeyed to the entrance of Gedor, to the east side of the valley, in search of pasture for their flocks. 40There they found rich, good pasture, and the land was spacious, peaceful, and quiet; for some Hamites had lived there formerly.…

Cross References
Numbers 32:1-5
Now the Reubenites and Gadites, who had very large herds and flocks, surveyed the lands of Jazer and Gilead, and they saw that the region was suitable for livestock. / So the Gadites and Reubenites came to Moses, Eleazar the priest, and the leaders of the congregation, and said, / “Ataroth, Dibon, Jazer, Nimrah, Heshbon, Elealeh, Sebam, Nebo, and Beon, ...

Joshua 22:9
So the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh left the Israelites at Shiloh in the land of Canaan to return to their own land of Gilead, which they had acquired according to the command of the LORD through Moses.

Judges 18:7-10
So the five men departed and came to Laish, where they saw that the people were living securely, like the Sidonians, quiet and unsuspecting. There was nothing lacking in the land and no oppressive ruler. And they were far away from the Sidonians and had no alliance with anyone. / When the men returned to Zorah and Eshtaol, their brothers asked them, “What did you find?” / They answered, “Come on, let us go up against them, for we have seen the land, and it is very good. Why would you fail to act? Do not hesitate to go there and take possession of the land! ...

1 Samuel 27:8
Now David and his men went up and raided the Geshurites, the Girzites, and the Amalekites. (From ancient times these people had inhabited the land extending to Shur and Egypt.)

2 Kings 17:24
Then the king of Assyria brought people from Babylon, Cuthah, Avva, Hamath, and Sepharvaim and settled them in the towns of Samaria to replace the Israelites. They took possession of Samaria and lived in its towns.

2 Chronicles 30:10-11
And the couriers traveled from city to city through the land of Ephraim and Manasseh as far as Zebulun, but the people scorned and mocked them. / Nevertheless, some from Asher, Manasseh, and Zebulun humbled themselves and came to Jerusalem.

Isaiah 9:1
Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those in distress. In the past He humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future He will honor the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations:

Ezekiel 47:13-23
This is what the Lord GOD says: “These are the boundaries by which you are to divide the land as an inheritance among the twelve tribes of Israel; Joseph shall receive two portions. / You are to divide it equally among them. Because I swore with an uplifted hand to give it to your forefathers, this land will fall to you as an inheritance. / This shall be the boundary of the land: On the north side it will extend from the Great Sea by way of Hethlon through Lebo-hamath to Zedad, ...

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— ...

John 4:3-4
He left Judea and returned to Galilee. / Now He had to pass through Samaria.

Acts 9:31
Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee, and Samaria experienced a time of peace. It grew in strength and numbers, living in the fear of the Lord and the encouragement of the Holy Spirit.

Acts 11:19-21
Meanwhile those scattered by the persecution that began with Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch, speaking the message only to Jews. / But some of them, men from Cyprus and Cyrene, went to Antioch and began speaking to the Greeks as well, proclaiming the good news about the Lord Jesus. / The hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord.

Acts 15:3
Sent on their way by the church, they passed through Phoenicia and Samaria, recounting the conversion of the Gentiles and bringing great joy to all the brothers.

Romans 15:19
by the power of signs and wonders, and by the power of the Spirit of God. So from Jerusalem all the way around to Illyricum, I have fully proclaimed the gospel of Christ.

2 Corinthians 10:16
so that we can preach the gospel in the regions beyond you. Then we will not be boasting in the work already done in another man’s territory.


Treasury of Scripture

And they went to the entrance of Gedor, even to the east side of the valley, to seek pasture for their flocks.

they went.

Gedor.

1 Chronicles 4:4,18
And Penuel the father of Gedor, and Ezer the father of Hushah. These are the sons of Hur, the firstborn of Ephratah, the father of Bethlehem…

Joshua 12:13
The king of Debir, one; the king of Geder, one;

Geder.

Joshua 15:58
Halhul, Bethzur, and Gedor,

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1 Chronicles 4
1. The posterity of Judah by Caleb, the son of Hur.
5. Of Ashur, the posthumous son Hezron.
9. Of Jabez, and his prayer.
11. The other families of the same stock.
21. The sons of Shelah.
24. The posterity and cities of Simeon.
39. Their conquest of Gedor, and of the Amalekites in mount Seir.














They went
This phrase indicates a deliberate action taken by a group of people. In the context of 1 Chronicles, this refers to the descendants of Simeon. The Hebrew root for "went" is "הלך" (halak), which often implies a purposeful journey or mission. This reflects the proactive nature of the Simeonites in seeking new opportunities and resources, a reminder of the importance of taking initiative in our spiritual and daily lives.

to the outskirts of Gedor
"Gedor" is a location mentioned several times in the Old Testament, often associated with the tribe of Judah. The "outskirts" suggest a boundary or a frontier area, indicating that the Simeonites were exploring new territories. This exploration can be seen as a metaphor for spiritual growth, where believers are encouraged to step beyond their comfort zones to discover new blessings and opportunities in their walk with God.

to the east side of the valley
The "east side" in biblical terms often symbolizes a place of new beginnings or a fresh start, as the sun rises in the east. Valleys in scripture can represent low points or challenges, but also places of fertility and growth. This phrase suggests that the Simeonites were seeking new beginnings even in challenging circumstances, a powerful reminder that God can provide opportunities for growth and renewal even in the valleys of life.

to seek pasture for their flocks
"Pasture" in Hebrew is "מרעה" (mireh), which signifies a place of nourishment and sustenance. Flocks were vital to the livelihood of the Israelites, symbolizing wealth, provision, and God's blessing. The act of seeking pasture reflects a dependence on God's provision and guidance. Spiritually, it reminds believers of the need to seek spiritual nourishment and rest in God's abundant provision, trusting that He will lead us to green pastures as described in Psalm 23.

Verse 39. - The place Gedor cannot be identified in this connection. There is a town of the name situated in the mountainous district of Judah between Halhul and Beth-zur, to the north of Hebron (Joshua 15:58). It is evident that this cannot be the place we require here. There is another town of the name (1 Chronicles 12:7), probably belonging to Benjamin, and which as little admits of being fitted in here. Both the Alexandrine and the Vatican Codex of the Septuagint, however, evidently read גְּדרָ for גְּדֹר. Now, Gerar of the Philistines would suit well for position and description, and also (Genesis 10:14) for the allusion found here (ver. 40) to the dwelling there "of old" of the people of Ham. The Hebrew word, however, generally applied to the valley of Gerar (נַחַל, wady) is not the word used here of Gedor (הַגָיְא, ravine). See Stanley's 'Syria and Palestine,' p. 159, and note. Not only are references frequent to the fertility of Gerar, but the significance of that in 2 Chronicles 14:14 speaks for itself. This alteration of reading, however, with acceptance of the Septuagint manuscripts, cannot be regarded as altogether satisfactory, and Keil ('Comm.,' in loc.) offers some suggestions of weight against those of Ewald, Bertheau, and others.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and they journeyed
וַיֵּלְכוּ֙ (way·yê·lə·ḵū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk

to the entrance
לִמְב֣וֹא (lim·ḇō·w)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3996: An entrance, sunset, the west, towards

of Gedor,
גְדֹ֔ר (ḡə·ḏōr)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1446: Gedor -- 'wall', three cities in Israel, also a Benjamite

to the east side
לְמִזְרַ֣ח (lə·miz·raḥ)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4217: Place of sunrise, the east

of the valley,
הַגָּ֑יְא (hag·gāy)
Article | Noun - common singular
Strong's 1516: A valley

in search of
לְבַקֵּ֥שׁ (lə·ḇaq·qêš)
Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct
Strong's 1245: To search out, to strive after

pasture
מִרְעֶ֖ה (mir·‘eh)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4829: Pasture, the haunt of wild animals

for their flocks.
לְצֹאנָֽם׃ (lə·ṣō·nām)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 6629: Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock


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