Ezekiel 48:3
New International Version
“Naphtali will have one portion; it will border the territory of Asher from east to west.

New Living Translation
Naphtali’s land lies south of Asher’s, also extending from east to west.

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

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

King James Bible
And by the border of Asher, from the east side even unto the west side, a portion for Naphtali.

New King James Version
by the border of Asher, from the east side to the west, one section for Naphtali;

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

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

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

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

Amplified Bible
Beside the border of Asher, from the east side to the west side, Naphtali, one portion.

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

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

American Standard Version
And by the border of Asher, from the east side even unto the west side, Naphtali, one portion.

English Revised Version
And by the border of Asher, from the east side even unto the west side; Naphtali, one portion.

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

International Standard Version
running along the border of the tribe of Asher from the eastern perimeter to the western perimeter, the tribe of Naphtali with one portion;

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

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

New Heart English Bible
By the border of Asher, from the east side even to the west side, Naphtali, one portion.

Webster's Bible Translation
And by the border of Asher, from the east side even to the west side, a portion for Naphtali.

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

Young's Literal Translation
and by the border of Asher, from the east side even unto the west side, Naphtali one,

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

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

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

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

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And opposite the border of Ashayr from the east wind and unto the west wind of Naphtali
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And by the border of Asher, from the east side even unto the west side: Naphtali, one portion.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And from the borders of Asser, from the eastern parts as far as the west coasts, for Nephthalim, one.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Portions for the Tribes
2Asher will have one portion bordering the territory of Dan from east to west. 3Naphtali will have one portion bordering the territory of Asher from east to west. 4Manasseh will have one portion bordering the territory of Naphtali from east to west.…

Cross References
Numbers 34:13-29
So Moses commanded the Israelites, “Apportion this land by lot as an inheritance. The LORD has commanded that it be given to the nine and a half tribes. / For the tribes of the Reubenites and Gadites, along with the half-tribe of Manasseh, have already received their inheritance. / These two and a half tribes have received their inheritance across the Jordan from Jericho, toward the sunrise.” ...

Joshua 13:1-7
Now Joshua was old and well along in years, and the LORD said to him, “You are old and well along in years, but very much of the land remains to be possessed. / This is the land that remains: All the territory of the Philistines and the Geshurites, / from the Shihor east of Egypt to the territory of Ekron on the north (considered to be Canaanite territory)—that of the five Philistine rulers of Gaza, Ashdod, Ashkelon, Gath, and Ekron, as well as that of the Avvites; ...

Joshua 18:1-10
Then the whole congregation of Israel assembled at Shiloh and set up the Tent of Meeting there. And though the land was subdued before them, / there were still seven tribes of Israel who had not yet received their inheritance. / So Joshua said to the Israelites, “How long will you put off entering and possessing the land that the LORD, the God of your fathers, has given you? ...

Joshua 19:1-9
The second lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Simeon: Their inheritance lay within the territory of Judah / and included Beersheba (or Sheba), Moladah, / Hazar-shual, Balah, Ezem, ...

1 Chronicles 6:63-81
The Merarites, according to their clans, were allotted twelve cities from the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and Zebulun. / So the Israelites gave to the Levites these cities and their pasturelands. / They assigned by lot the cities named above from the tribes of Judah, Simeon, and Benjamin. ...

1 Chronicles 12:24-37
From Judah: 6,800 armed troops bearing shields and spears. / From Simeon: 7,100 mighty men of valor, ready for battle. / From Levi: 4,600, ...

1 Chronicles 27:16-22
These officers were in charge of the tribes of Israel: Over the Reubenites was Eliezer son of Zichri; over the Simeonites was Shephatiah son of Maacah; / over Levi was Hashabiah son of Kemuel; over Aaron was Zadok; / over Judah was Elihu, one of David’s brothers; over Issachar was Omri son of Michael; ...

2 Chronicles 11:13-17
Moreover, the priests and Levites from all their districts throughout Israel stood with Rehoboam. / For the Levites left their pasturelands and their possessions and went to Judah and Jerusalem, because Jeroboam and his sons had rejected them as priests of the LORD. / And Jeroboam appointed his own priests for the high places and for the goat demons and calf idols he had made. ...

2 Chronicles 31:15-19
Under his authority, Eden, Miniamin, Jeshua, Shemaiah, Amariah, and Shecaniah faithfully distributed portions to their fellow priests in their cities, according to their divisions, old and young alike. / In addition, they distributed portions to the males registered by genealogy who were three years of age or older—to all who would enter the house of the LORD for their daily duties for service in the responsibilities of their divisions— / and to the priests enrolled according to their families in the genealogy, as well as to the Levites twenty years of age or older, according to their responsibilities and divisions. ...

Isaiah 11:12-13
He will raise a banner for the nations and gather the exiles of Israel; He will collect the scattered of Judah from the four corners of the earth. / Then the jealousy of Ephraim will depart, and the adversaries of Judah will be cut off. Ephraim will no longer envy Judah, nor will Judah harass Ephraim.

Jeremiah 31:1-14
“At that time,” declares the LORD, “I will be the God of all the families of Israel, and they will be My people.” / This is what the LORD says: “The people who survived the sword found favor in the wilderness when Israel went to find rest.” / The LORD appeared to us in the past, saying: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore I have drawn you with loving devotion. ...

Jeremiah 33:12-13
This is what the LORD of Hosts says: In this desolate place, without man or beast, and in all its cities, there will once more be pastures for shepherds to rest their flocks. / In the cities of the hill country, the foothills, and the Negev, in the land of Benjamin and the cities surrounding Jerusalem, and in the cities of Judah, the flocks will again pass under the hands of the one who counts them, says the LORD.

Zechariah 10:6-12
I will strengthen the house of Judah and save the house of Joseph. I will restore them because I have compassion on them, and they will be as though I had not rejected them. For I am the LORD their God, and I will answer them. / Ephraim will be like a mighty man, and their hearts will be glad as with wine. Their children will see it and be joyful; their hearts will rejoice in the LORD. / I will whistle for them to gather, for I have redeemed them; and they will be as numerous as they once were. ...

Matthew 19:28
Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Luke 22:30
so that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.


Treasury of Scripture

And by the border of Asher, from the east side even to the west side, a portion for Naphtali.

Naphtali.

Genesis 30:7,8
And Bilhah Rachel's maid conceived again, and bare Jacob a second son…

Joshua 19:32-39
The sixth lot came out to the children of Naphtali, even for the children of Naphtali according to their families…

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Naphtali
The name "Naphtali" refers to one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Naphtali, the sixth son of Jacob and the second son of Bilhah, Rachel's maidservant. In Hebrew, Naphtali means "my struggle" or "wrestling," reflecting the circumstances of his birth (Genesis 30:8). Historically, the tribe of Naphtali settled in the northern region of Canaan, an area known for its fertile land and strategic location. This allocation of land in Ezekiel's vision signifies restoration and hope for the tribe, emphasizing God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to the descendants of Jacob.

will have one portion
The phrase "will have one portion" indicates a specific allotment of land designated for the tribe of Naphtali. In the context of Ezekiel's vision, this allocation is part of a larger divine plan for the reorganization and restoration of Israel. The concept of "portion" in Hebrew (חֵלֶק, cheleq) often implies a share or inheritance, underscoring the idea that each tribe receives a divinely ordained inheritance. This reflects God's sovereignty and His meticulous care in ensuring that each tribe has its rightful place in the Promised Land.

bordering the territory of Asher
The phrase "bordering the territory of Asher" highlights the geographical relationship between the tribes of Naphtali and Asher. Asher, another of the twelve tribes, was known for its rich olive groves and fertile lands. The Hebrew word for "bordering" (גָּבַל, gaval) suggests a boundary or limit, indicating the precise demarcation of tribal territories. This careful delineation of borders in Ezekiel's vision symbolizes order and harmony among the tribes, reflecting God's desire for unity and peace within His people.

from east to west
The phrase "from east to west" describes the orientation of Naphtali's portion, stretching across the land in a horizontal direction. This east-to-west alignment is significant in biblical geography, as it often represents completeness and balance. In the Hebrew mindset, directions held symbolic meanings, with the east associated with beginnings and the west with endings. Thus, this phrase may imply the fullness of God's provision and the comprehensive nature of His restoration plan for Israel. It serves as a reminder of God's eternal presence and His unchanging promises to His people.

Verses 3-7. - After Dan, Asher, Naphtali, Manasseh (the whole tribe) Ephraim, Reuben, and Judah should receive portions, each the size of Dan's, and, like his, stretching from the east side to the west, each joining on to the border of its predecessor, and the seven portions together occupying the whole space between the north boundary of the land and the portion of the Levites. Among the differences distinguishing this from the division made by Joshua, these may be noticed:

(1) Reuben and Manasseh are brought from the east of Jordan to the west, and Reuben inserted between Judah and Ephraim.

(2) In order to make room for these, Zebulon, Ephraim, and Benjamin are displaced, and located south of the city.

(3) Dan heads the list, instead of fetching up the rear as on the last occasion. . . .

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Naphtali
נַפְתָּלִ֥י (nap̄·tā·lî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5321: Naphtali -- a son of Jacob, also his descendants and the district settled by them

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 Asher
אָשֵׁ֗ר (’ā·šêr)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 836: Asher -- 'happy one', a son of Jacob, also the tribe descended from him, also perhaps a city in Palestine

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

to
וְעַד־ (wə·‘aḏ-)
Conjunctive waw | 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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