Deuteronomy 3:1
New International Version
Next we turned and went up along the road toward Bashan, and Og king of Bashan with his whole army marched out to meet us in battle at Edrei.

New Living Translation
“Next we turned and headed for the land of Bashan, where King Og and his entire army attacked us at Edrei.

English Standard Version
“Then we turned and went up the way to Bashan. And Og the king of Bashan came out against us, he and all his people, to battle at Edrei.

Berean Standard Bible
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.

King James Bible
Then we turned, and went up the way to Bashan: and Og the king of Bashan came out against us, he and all his people, to battle at Edrei.

New King James Version
“Then we turned and went up the road to Bashan; and Og king of Bashan came out against us, he and all his people, to battle at Edrei.

New American Standard Bible
“Then we turned and went up the road to Bashan, and Og, king of Bashan, came out with all his people to meet us in battle at Edrei.

NASB 1995
“Then we turned and went up the road to Bashan, and Og, king of Bashan, with all his people came out to meet us in battle at Edrei.

NASB 1977
“Then we turned and went up the road to Bashan, and Og, king of Bashan, with all his people came out to meet us in battle at Edrei.

Legacy Standard Bible
“Then we turned and went up the road to Bashan, and Og king of Bashan, with all his people, came out to meet us in battle at Edrei.

Amplified Bible
“Then we turned and went up the road toward Bashan, and at Edrei, Og king of Bashan, with all his people came out to meet us in battle.

Christian Standard Bible
“Then we turned and went up the road to Bashan, and King Og of Bashan came out against us with his whole army to do battle at Edrei.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then we turned and went up the road to Bashan, and Og king of Bashan came out against us with his whole army to do battle at Edrei.

American Standard Version
Then we turned, and went up the way to Bashan: and Og the king of Bashan came out against us, he and all his people, unto battle at Edrei.

Contemporary English Version
When we turned onto the road that leads to Bashan, King Og of Bashan led out his whole army to fight us at Edrei.

English Revised Version
Then we turned, and went up the way to Bashan: and Og the king of Bashan came out against us, he and all his people, unto battle at Edrei.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Next we turned and followed the road that goes to Bashan. King Og of Bashan and all his troops came to fight us at Edrei.

Good News Translation
"Next, we moved north toward the region of Bashan, and King Og came out with all his men to fight us near the town of Edrei.

International Standard Version
"We set out and went up along the road to Bashan. Then King Og of Bashan came out to meet us—he and his whole army—for a battle at Edrei.

Majority Standard Bible
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.

NET Bible
Next we set out on the route to Bashan, but King Og of Bashan and his whole army came out to meet us in battle at Edrei.

New Heart English Bible
Then we turned, and went up the way to Bashan: and Og the king of Bashan came out against us, he and all his people, to battle at Edrei.

Webster's Bible Translation
Then we turned, and went up the way to Bashan: and Og the king of Bashan came out against us, he and all his people, to battle at Edrei.

World English Bible
Then we turned, and went up the way to Bashan. Og the king of Bashan came out against us, he and all his people, to battle at Edrei.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
“And we turn and go up the way to Bashan, and Og king of Bashan comes out to meet us, he and all his people, to the battle [at] Edrei.

Young's Literal Translation
And we turn, and go up the way to Bashan, and Og king of Bashan cometh out to meet us, he and all his people, to battle, to Edrei.

Smith's Literal Translation
And we shall turn and go up the way of Bashan: and Og, king of Bashan, will come forth to our meeting, he and all his people to war at Edrei.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Then we turned and went by the way of Basan: and Og the king of Basan came out to meet us with his people to fight in Edrai.

Catholic Public Domain Version
“And so, having turned back, we ascended by the way of Bashan. And Og, the king of Bashan, went forth with his people to meet us in warfare at Edrei.

New American Bible
Then we turned and proceeded up the road to Bashan. But Og, king of Bashan, came out against us with all his people to give battle at Edrei.

New Revised Standard Version
When we headed up the road to Bashan, King Og of Bashan came out against us, he and all his people, for battle at Edrei.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
THEN we turned and went up the way to Mathnin; and Og the king of Mathnin came out against us, he and all his people, to battle at Erdei.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
"And we turned and we went up to the road of Mathnin and Og the King of Mathnin went out to meet us, he and all his people, to battle in Erday.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Then we turned, and went up the way to Bashan; and Og the king of Bashan came out against us, he and all his people, unto battle at Edrei.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And we turned and went by the way leading to Basan; and Og the king of Basan came out to meet us, he and all his people, to battle at Edraim.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Defeat of King Og
1Then 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. 2But 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.”…

Cross References
Numbers 21:33-35
Then they turned and went up the road to Bashan, and Og king of Bashan and his whole army came out to meet them in battle at Edrei. / But the LORD said to Moses, “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 they struck down Og, along with his sons and his whole army, until no remnant was left. And they took possession of his land.

Joshua 12:4-5
And Og king of Bashan, one of the remnant of the Rephaim, who lived in Ashtaroth and Edrei. / He ruled over Mount Hermon, Salecah, all of Bashan up to the border of the Geshurites and Maacathites, and half of Gilead to the border of Sihon king of Heshbon.

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. ...

Amos 2:9-10
Yet it was I who destroyed the Amorite before them, though his height was like that of the cedars, and he was as strong as the oaks. Yet I destroyed his fruit above and his roots below. / And I brought you up from the land of Egypt and led you forty years in the wilderness, that you might take possession of the land of the Amorite.

Nehemiah 9:22
You gave them kingdoms and peoples and allotted to them every corner of the land. So they took the land of Sihon king of Heshbon and of Og king of Bashan.

Joshua 13:12
the whole kingdom of Og in Bashan, who had reigned in Ashtaroth and Edrei and had remained as a remnant of the Rephaim. Moses had struck them down and dispossessed them,

Joshua 13:31
half of Gilead; and Ashtaroth and Edrei, the royal cities of Og in Bashan. All this was for the clans of the descendants of Machir son of Manasseh, that is, half of the descendants of Machir.

1 Chronicles 5:23
Now the people of the half-tribe of Manasseh were numerous. They settled in the land from Bashan to Baal-hermon (that is, Senir, also known as Mount Hermon).

1 Chronicles 5:25-26
But they were unfaithful to the God of their fathers, and they prostituted themselves with the gods of the peoples of the land, whom God had destroyed before them. / So the God of Israel stirred up the spirit of Pul king of Assyria (that is, Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria) to take the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh into exile. And he brought them to Halah, Habor, Hara, and the river of Gozan, where they remain to this day.

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:

Matthew 4:15-16
“Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles— / the people living in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death, a light has dawned.”

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

Hebrews 11:30-31
By faith the walls of Jericho fell, after the people had marched around them for seven days. / By faith the prostitute Rahab, because she welcomed the spies in peace, did not perish with those who were disobedient.

Romans 8:37
No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.


Treasury of Scripture

Then we turned, and went up the way to Bashan: and Og the king of Bashan came out against us, he and all his people, to battle at Edrei.

Deuteronomy 3:13-15
And the rest of Gilead, and all Bashan, being the kingdom of Og, gave I unto the half tribe of Manasseh; all the region of Argob, with all Bashan, which was called the land of giants…

Og

Deuteronomy 1:4
After he had slain Sihon the king of the Amorites, which dwelt in Heshbon, and Og the king of Bashan, which dwelt at Astaroth in Edrei:

Deuteronomy 4:47
And they possessed his land, and the land of Og king of Bashan, two kings of the Amorites, which were on this side Jordan toward the sunrising;

Deuteronomy 29:7
And when ye came unto this place, Sihon the king of Heshbon, and Og the king of Bashan, came out against us unto battle, and we smote them:

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Deuteronomy 3
1. The conquest of Og, king of Bashan
11. This size of his bed
12. The distribution of his lands to the two tribes and half
23. Moses prays to enter into the land
26. He is permitted to see it














Then we turned
This phrase marks a transition in the journey of the Israelites. The Hebrew root for "turned" is "פָּנָה" (panah), which often implies a change in direction or focus. In the context of Deuteronomy, it signifies a divinely guided shift in the Israelites' path, emphasizing obedience to God's leading. This turning is not just physical but also spiritual, as it reflects a readiness to confront new challenges under God's command.

and went up the road
The phrase "went up" is derived from the Hebrew "עָלָה" (alah), meaning to ascend or rise. This ascent is both literal, as they move towards higher terrain, and metaphorical, symbolizing an elevation in their mission and purpose. The "road" signifies the path laid out by God, a journey of faith and trust in His promises. Historically, roads were crucial for trade and military movements, underscoring the strategic nature of their journey.

to Bashan
Bashan was a fertile and prosperous region east of the Jordan River, known for its rich pastures and strong cities. The name "Bashan" is associated with strength and abundance. Archaeological findings suggest it was a land of giants, which aligns with biblical descriptions. This setting highlights the formidable nature of the challenge before the Israelites, yet also the richness of the inheritance God promised them.

and Og king of Bashan
Og is depicted as a powerful and intimidating ruler, one of the last of the Rephaim, a race of giants. His name, "עֹג" (Og), is often associated with strength and might. The mention of Og underscores the magnitude of the opposition faced by the Israelites. Historically, Og's kingdom was known for its fortified cities and military prowess, making their victory a testament to God's power and faithfulness.

came out against us
This phrase indicates a proactive and aggressive stance by Og, as he confronts the Israelites. The Hebrew "יָצָא" (yatsa) for "came out" suggests a deliberate action, highlighting the imminent threat. This confrontation is a pivotal moment, testing the Israelites' faith and reliance on God. It serves as a reminder that spiritual battles often require facing formidable adversaries with courage and trust in divine support.

with his whole army
The phrase emphasizes the full strength and resources Og brought to the battle. The Hebrew "כָּל" (kol) for "whole" signifies completeness and totality. This overwhelming force represents the challenges believers may face, yet it also sets the stage for God to demonstrate His supremacy. The army's presence underscores the seriousness of the conflict and the need for divine intervention.

to fight at Edrei
Edrei was one of the royal cities of Og, strategically significant and well-fortified. The Hebrew "אֶדְרֶעִי" (Edrei) suggests a place of strength. The choice of Edrei as the battleground highlights the strategic and symbolic importance of the confrontation. Historically, battles at such locations were decisive, shaping the future of the region. For the Israelites, victory at Edrei would affirm God's promise and power, reinforcing their faith and commitment to His covenant.

III.

(1) Then.--In the Hebrew, a simple And. The history of this movement is given in Numbers 21:32-33. For Edrei, see Numbers 21:33, from which this whole verse is repeated.

Verses 1-11. - CONQUEST OF OG, KING OF BASHAN. The Amorites had wrested from Moab a portion of the territory taken by the Moabites and the Edomites from the giant aborigines; and Og, who was of the same giant race, ruled over the northern half of the region of Gilead and over all Bashan. This district also God purposed Israel to possess; and therefore, before crossing the Jordan, a diversion was made north. wards by the Israelites, for the purpose of attacking this powerful chief. Og encountered them with all his host, but was signally defeated, and he and all his people were exterminated. Not fewer than three score fortified cities, besides villages, were captured by the Israelites, the whole country was subjugated, and all the cattle and material property taken as booty (cf. Numbers 21:33-35). Verse 1. - (Cf. Numbers 21:33 ) We turned - i.e. took a new route - and went up (וַנַּעַל, and we ascended). As Bashan was an upland region, they are very properly said to have gone up. Edrei, hod. Draa, with Roman and Arabian ruins, nearly three miles in circumference, but without inhabitants; not the same as the Edrei of ver. 10.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then we turned
וַנֵּ֣פֶן (wan·nê·p̄en)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - first person common plural
Strong's 6437: To turn, to face, appear, look

and went up
וַנַּ֔עַל (wan·na·‘al)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - first person common plural
Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively

the road
דֶּ֖רֶךְ (de·reḵ)
Noun - common singular construct
Strong's 1870: A road, a course of life, mode of action

to Bashan,
הַבָּשָׁ֑ן (hab·bā·šān)
Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1316: Bashan -- 'smooth', a region East of the Jordan

and Og
עוֹג֩ (‘ō·wḡ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5747: Og -- king of Bashan

king
מֶֽלֶךְ־ (me·leḵ-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4428: A king

of Bashan
הַבָּשָׁ֨ן (hab·bā·šān)
Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1316: Bashan -- 'smooth', a region East of the Jordan

and his whole
וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

army
עַמּ֛וֹ (‘am·mōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

came out
וַיֵּצֵ֣א (way·yê·ṣê)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim

to meet us
לִקְרָאתֵ֜נוּ (liq·rā·ṯê·nū)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | first person common plural
Strong's 7125: Against he come, help, meet, seek, to, in the way

in battle
לַמִּלְחָמָ֖ה (lam·mil·ḥā·māh)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4421: A battle, war

at Edrei.
אֶדְרֶֽעִי׃ (’eḏ·re·‘î)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 154: Edrei -- a chief city of Bashan, also a place in Naphtali


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