Ezekiel 48:27
New International Version
“Gad will have one portion; it will border the territory of Zebulun from east to west.

New Living Translation
The territory of Gad is just south of Zebulun with the same borders to the east and west.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And from the borders of Zabulon, from the east to the western parts, Gad, one.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Portions for the Remaining Tribes
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. 28The southern border of Gad will run from Tamar to the waters of Meribath-kadesh, then along the Brook of Egypt and out to the Great Sea.…

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.”

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, ...

Numbers 34:2-12
“Command the Israelites and say to them: When you enter the land of Canaan, it will be allotted to you as an inheritance with these boundaries: / Your southern border will extend from the Wilderness of Zin along the border of Edom. On the east, your southern border will run from the end of the Salt Sea, / cross south of the Ascent of Akrabbim, continue to Zin, and go south of Kadesh-barnea. Then it will go on to Hazar-addar and proceed to Azmon, ...

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.

Judges 5:17
Gilead remained beyond the Jordan. Dan, why did you linger by the ships? Asher stayed at the coast and remained in his harbors.

1 Kings 4:15
Ahimaaz in Naphtali (he had married Basemath, a daughter of Solomon);

2 Kings 15:29
In the days of Pekah king of Israel, Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria came and captured Ijon, Abel-beth-maacah, Janoah, Kedesh, Hazor, Gilead, and Galilee, including all the land of Naphtali, and he took the people as captives to Assyria.

John 1:44-46
Now Philip was from Bethsaida, the same town as Andrew and Peter. / Philip found Nathanael and told him, “We have found the One Moses wrote about in the Law, the One the prophets foretold—Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.” / “Can anything good come from Nazareth?” Nathanael asked. “Come and see,” said Philip.

Mark 7:31
Then Jesus left the region of Tyre and went through Sidon to the Sea of Galilee and into the region of the Decapolis.

Luke 4:31-32
Then He went down to Capernaum, a town in Galilee, and on the Sabbath He began to teach the people. / They were astonished at His teaching, because His message had authority.

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.


Treasury of Scripture

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

Gad.

Genesis 30:10,11
And Zilpah Leah's maid bare Jacob a son…

Joshua 13:24-28
And Moses gave inheritance unto the tribe of Gad, even unto the children of Gad according to their families…

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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.














And Gad will have one portion
Gad, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, was named after the seventh son of Jacob and Zilpah, Leah's maidservant. Historically, the tribe of Gad settled on the east side of the Jordan River, known for its pastoral lands. In Ezekiel's vision, the allocation of land to Gad signifies the restoration and reorganization of the tribes in the Promised Land, reflecting God's faithfulness to His covenant with Israel. This allocation is part of a larger vision of a restored Israel, emphasizing unity and divine order.

bordering the territory of Zebulun
Zebulun, another tribe of Israel, was traditionally located in the northern part of the land, near the Sea of Galilee. The mention of Gad bordering Zebulun in this prophetic vision suggests a reimagined geography for the tribes, different from their historical locations. This reallocation symbolizes a new beginning and the fulfillment of God's promises. The proximity of these tribes in the vision may also highlight the theme of unity among the tribes, as they are positioned side by side in the restored land.

from east to west
The phrase "from east to west" indicates the orientation of the tribal allotments, suggesting a linear and organized distribution of land. This east-to-west alignment is consistent with the vision of a harmonious and orderly division of the land among the tribes. It reflects the comprehensive nature of God's plan for Israel, encompassing all directions and ensuring that each tribe receives its inheritance. This orientation also mirrors the broader biblical theme of God's sovereignty over all creation, from the rising to the setting of the sun.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Gad
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, named after the seventh son of Jacob and Zilpah. The tribe of Gad was known for its warriors and settled on the east side of the Jordan River.

2. Zebulun
Another tribe of Israel, named after the sixth son of Jacob and Leah. Zebulun's territory was located in the northern part of Israel, and it was known for its maritime activities.

3. Ezekiel
A prophet of God who ministered to the Israelites during their Babylonian exile. His visions and prophecies often included detailed descriptions of the future restoration of Israel.

4. The Land Allotment
This chapter of Ezekiel describes the division of the land among the twelve tribes of Israel in a future restoration, symbolizing God's faithfulness and the fulfillment of His promises.

5. The Vision of Restoration
Ezekiel's vision in this chapter is part of a larger prophetic message about the restoration of Israel, emphasizing God's covenant and the hope of a renewed relationship with Him.
Teaching Points
God's Faithfulness to His Promises
The detailed allotment of land to the tribes in Ezekiel 48 demonstrates God's unwavering commitment to His covenant with Israel. Believers can trust in God's promises and His faithfulness in their own lives.

Unity and Order in God's Plan
The orderly distribution of land signifies God's desire for unity and harmony among His people. Christians are called to live in unity and peace within the body of Christ.

Hope for Restoration
Ezekiel's vision offers hope for a future restoration, reminding believers that God is in the business of restoring and renewing. This encourages us to look forward to the ultimate restoration in Christ.

The Importance of Inheritance
The concept of inheritance in Ezekiel 48 points to the spiritual inheritance believers have in Christ. We are called to live as heirs of God's kingdom, embracing our identity and responsibilities.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
[And] Gad
גָּ֥ד (gāḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1410: Gad -- a son of Jacob, also his tribe and its territory, also a prophet

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

from east
קָדִ֛מָה (qā·ḏi·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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