Ezekiel 48:26
New International Version
“Zebulun will have one portion; it will border the territory of Issachar from east to west.

New Living Translation
“Then comes the territory of Zebulun, which also extends across the land from east to west.

English Standard Version
Adjoining the territory of Issachar, from the east side to the west, Zebulun, one portion.

Berean Standard Bible
Zebulun will have one portion bordering the territory of Issachar from east to west.

King James Bible
And by the border of Issachar, from the east side unto the west side, Zebulun a portion.

New King James Version
by the border of Issachar, from the east side to the west, Zebulun shall have one section;

New American Standard Bible
Beside the border of Issachar, from the east side to the west side, Zebulun, one portion.

NASB 1995
“Beside the border of Issachar, from the east side to the west side, Zebulun, one portion.

NASB 1977
“And beside the border of Issachar, from the east side to the west side, Zebulun, one portion.

Legacy Standard Bible
And beside the border of Issachar, from the east side to the west side, Zebulun, one portion.

Amplified Bible
Beside the border of Issachar, from the east side to the west side, Zebulun, one portion.

Christian Standard Bible
Next to the territory of Issachar, from the east side to the west, will be Zebulun—one portion.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Next to the territory of Issachar, from the east side to the west, will be Zebulun—one portion.

American Standard Version
And by the border of Issachar, from the east side unto the west side, Zebulun, one portion.

English Revised Version
And by the border of Issachar, from the east side unto the west side; Zebulun, one portion.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
[Zebulun] will have one part of the land and border Issachar on the south. It will extend from the eastern border to the western border.

International Standard Version
Adjacent to the border of Issachar running from east to west, Zebulun is to retain one portion.

Majority Standard Bible
Zebulun will have one portion bordering the territory of Issachar from east to west.

NET Bible
Next to the border of Issachar, from the east side to the west side, Zebulun will have one portion.

New Heart English Bible
By the border of Issachar, from the east side to the west side, Zebulun, one portion.

Webster's Bible Translation
And by the border of Issachar, from the east side to the west side, Zebulun a portion.

World English Bible
“By the border of Issachar, from the east side to the west side, Zebulun, one portion.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and by the border of Issachar, from the east side to the west side, Zebulun, one [portion];

Young's Literal Translation
and by the border of Issachar, from the east side unto the west side, Zebulun one,

Smith's Literal Translation
And upon the bound of Issachar from the side east even to the side of the sea, Zebulon, one.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And by the border of Issachar, from the east side to the west side, one portion for Zabulon.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And beyond the border of Issachar, from the eastern region, even to the western region, there shall be one portion for Zebulun.

New American Bible
Along the territory of Issachar from the eastern border to the western border: Zebulun, one portion.

New Revised Standard Version
Adjoining the territory of Issachar, from the east side to the west, Zebulun, one portion.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And by the border of Issachar, from the east side to the west side, Zebulun a portion.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And opposite the border of Issakar from the east wind and unto the west wind of Zebulon
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And by the border of Issachar, from the east side unto the west side: Zebulun, one portion.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And from the borders of Issachar, from the eastern parts to the western, Zabulon, one.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Portions for the Remaining Tribes
25Issachar will have one portion bordering the territory of Simeon from east to west. 26Zebulun will have one portion bordering the territory of Issachar from east to west. 27And Gad will have one portion bordering the territory of Zebulun from east to west.…

Cross References
Joshua 19:24-31
The fifth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Asher: / Their territory included Helkath, Hali, Beten, Achshaph, / Allammelech, Amad, and Mishal. On the west the border touched Carmel and Shihor-libnath, ...

Genesis 49:13
Zebulun shall dwell by the seashore and become a harbor for ships; his border shall extend to Sidon.

Deuteronomy 33:18-19
Concerning Zebulun he said: “Rejoice, Zebulun, in your journeys, and Issachar, in your tents. / They will call the peoples to a mountain; there they will offer sacrifices of righteousness. For they will feast on the abundance of the seas and the hidden treasures of the sand.”

Joshua 19:10-16
The third lot came up for the clans of the tribe of Zebulun: The border of their inheritance stretched as far as Sarid. / It went up westward to Maralah, reached Dabbesheth, and met the brook east of Jokneam. / From Sarid it turned eastward along the border of Chisloth-tabor and went on to Daberath and up to Japhia. ...

Joshua 19:17-23
The fourth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Issachar: / Their territory included Jezreel, Chesulloth, Shunem, / Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath, ...

Joshua 19:32-39
The sixth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Naphtali: / Their border started at Heleph and the great tree of Zaanannim, passing Adami-nekeb and Jabneel as far as Lakkum and ending at the Jordan. / Then the border turned westward to Aznoth-tabor and ran from there to Hukkok, touching Zebulun on the south side, Asher on the west, and Judah at the Jordan on the east. ...

Joshua 19:40-48
The seventh lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Dan: / The territory of their inheritance included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, / Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah, ...

1 Chronicles 6:62
The Gershomites, according to their clans, were allotted thirteen cities from the tribes of Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, and Manasseh in Bashan.

1 Chronicles 6:77
The Merarites (the rest of the Levites) received the following: From the tribe of Zebulun they were given Rimmono and Tabor, together with their pasturelands.

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 4:13-15
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—

Revelation 7:5-8
From the tribe of Judah 12,000 were sealed, from the tribe of Reuben 12,000, from the tribe of Gad 12,000, / from the tribe of Asher 12,000, from the tribe of Naphtali 12,000, from the tribe of Manasseh 12,000, / from the tribe of Simeon 12,000, from the tribe of Levi 12,000, from the tribe of Issachar 12,000, ...

Luke 2:36
There was also a prophetess named Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, who was well along in years. She had been married for seven years,

Acts 13:21
Then the people asked for a king, and God gave them Saul son of Kish, from the tribe of Benjamin, who ruled forty years.

Acts 26:7
the promise our twelve tribes are hoping to see fulfilled as they earnestly serve God day and night. It is because of this hope, O king, that I am accused by the Jews.


Treasury of Scripture

And by the border of Issachar, from the east side to the west side, Zebulun a portion.

Zebulun.

Genesis 30:19,20
And Leah conceived again, and bare Jacob the sixth son…

Joshua 19:10-16
And the third lot came up for the children of Zebulun according to their families: and the border of their inheritance was unto Sarid: …

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Ezekiel 48
1. The portions of the twelve tribes;
8. of the sanctuary;
15. of the city and suburbs;
21. and of the prince.
23. The portions of the twelve tribes.
30. The dimensions and gates of the city.














Naphtali
The name "Naphtali" refers to one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Naphtali, the son of Jacob and Bilhah, Rachel's maidservant. In Hebrew, Naphtali means "my struggle" or "wrestling," reflecting the struggles and perseverance of this tribe throughout biblical history. The tribe of Naphtali was known for its valor and played a significant role in various battles, including those led by Deborah and Barak against the Canaanites (Judges 4-5). This allocation of land signifies the fulfillment of God's promise to the tribes of Israel, emphasizing His faithfulness and the importance of each tribe in His divine plan.

will have one portion
The phrase "will have one portion" indicates the specific allotment of land designated for the tribe of Naphtali. In the context of Ezekiel's vision, this distribution of land is part of a larger, divinely ordained reorganization of the tribes in the Promised Land. The concept of "portion" in Hebrew (חֵלֶק, cheleq) often implies a share or inheritance, underscoring the idea that the land is a gift from God, a tangible expression of His covenant with Israel. This allocation serves as a reminder of God's provision and the unique role each tribe plays in the collective identity of His people.

bordering the territory of Asher
The phrase "bordering the territory of Asher" situates Naphtali's portion geographically next to the tribe of Asher. Asher, another of the twelve tribes, was known for its rich and fertile land, often associated with abundance and blessing (Genesis 49:20). The proximity of Naphtali to Asher may symbolize a sharing in the blessings and resources of the land, fostering unity and cooperation among the tribes. This geographical arrangement reflects God's wisdom in ensuring that the tribes are interdependent, promoting harmony and mutual support within the nation of Israel.

from east to west
The phrase "from east to west" describes the orientation of Naphtali's territory, stretching across the land. This east-to-west alignment is significant in biblical symbolism, often representing completeness and universality. In the context of Ezekiel's vision, it suggests the comprehensive nature of God's plan for His people, encompassing all directions and aspects of life. The east-to-west orientation also mirrors the path of the sun, symbolizing light, guidance, and the presence of God throughout the land. This directional emphasis serves as a reminder of God's sovereignty and the all-encompassing nature of His promises to Israel.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Zebulun
זְבוּלֻ֥ן (zə·ḇū·lun)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2074: Zebulun -- a son of Jacob, also his descendants and their territory

will have one portion
אֶחָֽד׃ (’e·ḥāḏ)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

bordering
וְעַ֣ל ׀ (wə·‘al)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the territory
גְּב֣וּל (gə·ḇūl)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1366: A cord, a boundary, the territory inclosed

of Issachar
יִשָׂשכָ֗ר (yi·śā·š·ḵār)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3485: Issachar -- perhaps 'there is recompense', a son of Jacob and Leah, also a son of Obed-edom

from east
קָדִ֛ימָה (qā·ḏî·māh)
Noun - masculine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 6921: The fore, front part, the East

to
עַד־ (‘aḏ-)
Preposition
Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while

west.
יָ֖מָּה (yām·māh)
Noun - masculine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 3220: A sea, the Mediterranean Sea, large river, an artifical basin


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