Joshua 15:6
New International Version
went up to Beth Hoglah and continued north of Beth Arabah to the Stone of Bohan son of Reuben.

New Living Translation
went up from there to Beth-hoglah, then proceeded north of Beth-arabah to the Stone of Bohan. (Bohan was Reuben’s son.)

English Standard Version
And the boundary goes up to Beth-hoglah and passes along north of Beth-arabah. And the boundary goes up to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben.

Berean Standard Bible
went up to Beth-hoglah, proceeded north of Beth-arabah, and went up to the Stone of Bohan son of Reuben.

King James Bible
And the border went up to Bethhogla, and passed along by the north of Betharabah; and the border went up to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben:

New King James Version
The border went up to Beth Hoglah and passed north of Beth Arabah; and the border went up to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben.

New American Standard Bible
Then the border went up to Beth-hoglah, and continued on the north of Beth-arabah, and the border went up to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben.

NASB 1995
Then the border went up to Beth-hoglah, and continued on the north of Beth-arabah, and the border went up to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben.

NASB 1977
Then the border went up to Beth-hoglah, and continued on the north of Beth-arabah, and the border went up to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then the border went up to Beth-hoglah and passed by on the north of Beth-arabah; and the border went up to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben.

Amplified Bible
Then the border went up to Beth-hoglah, and continued along north of Beth-arabah, and the border went up to the [landmark of the] stone of Bohan the son of Reuben.

Christian Standard Bible
It ascended to Beth-hoglah, proceeded north of Beth-arabah, and ascended to the Stone of Bohan son of Reuben.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
It ascended to Beth-hoglah, proceeded north of Beth-arabah, and ascended to the Stone of Bohan son of Reuben.

American Standard Version
and the border went up to Beth-hoglah, and passed along by the north of Beth-arabah; and the border went up to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben;

Contemporary English Version
From there it went west up to Beth-Hoglah, continued north of Beth-Arabah, and went up to the Monument of Bohan, who belonged to the Reuben tribe.

English Revised Version
and the border went up to Beth-hoglah, and passed along by the north of Beth-arabah; and the border went up to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
and goes up to Beth Hoglah. It then passes north to Beth Arabah and goes up to the Rock of Bohan, son of Reuben.

Good News Translation
extended up to Beth Hoglah, and went north of the ridge overlooking the Jordan Valley. Then it went up to the Stone of Bohan (Bohan was a son of Reuben),

International Standard Version
toward Beth-hoglah, and continuing on the north of Beth-arabah. The border ascended up to the boundary marker set up by Reuben's son Bohan.

Majority Standard Bible
went up to Beth-hoglah, proceeded north of Beth-arabah, and went up to the Stone of Bohan son of Reuben.

NET Bible
went up to Beth Hoglah, crossed north of Beth Arabah, and went up to the Stone of Bohan son of Reuben.

New Heart English Bible
The border went up to Beth Hoglah, and passed along by the north of Beth Arabah; and the border went up to the Stone of Bohan the son of Reuben.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the border went up to Beth-hogla, and passed along by the north of Beth-arabah; and the border went up to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben:

World English Bible
The border went up to Beth Hoglah, and passed along by the north of Beth Arabah; and the border went up to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the border has gone up [to] Beth-Hoglah, and passed over on the north of Beth-Arabah, and the border has gone up [to] the stone of Bohan son of Reuben:

Young's Literal Translation
and the border hath gone up to Beth-Hoglah, and passed over on the north of Beth-Arabah, and the border hath gone up to the stone of Bohan son of Reuben:

Smith's Literal Translation
And the bound went up to the house of Hoglah, and passed over from the north of the house of Arabah; and the bound went up to the stone of Bohan, son of Reuben:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the border goeth up into Beth-Hagla, and passeth by the north into Beth-Araba: going up to the stone of Boen the son of Ruben.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the border ascends into Beth-hoglah, and it crosses from the north into Beth-Arabah, ascending to the stone of Bohan, the son of Reuben.

New American Bible
up to Beth-hoglah, and ran north of Beth-arabah, up to Eben-Bohan-ben-Reuben.

New Revised Standard Version
and the boundary goes up to Beth-hoglah, and passes along north of Beth-arabah; and the boundary goes up to the Stone of Bohan, Reuben’s son;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the border went up to Leban, which belongs to the descendants of Reuben,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the border went up to Leban of the children of Rubil
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the border went up to Beth-hoglah, and passed along by the north of Beth-arabah; and the border went up to the Stone of Bohan the son of Reuben.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
the borders go up to Baethaglaam, and they go along from the north to Baetharaba, and the borders go on up to the stone of Baeon the son of Ruben.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Judah's Inheritance
5The eastern border was the Salt Sea as far as the mouth of the Jordan. The northern border started from the bay of the sea at the mouth of the Jordan, 6went up to Beth-hoglah, proceeded north of Beth-arabah, and went up to the Stone of Bohan son of Reuben. 7Then the border went up to Debir from the Valley of Achor, turning north to Gilgal, which faces the Ascent of Adummim south of the ravine. It continued along the waters of En-shemesh and came out at En-rogel.…

Cross References
Numbers 34:4-5
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, / where it will turn from Azmon, join the Brook of Egypt, and end at the Sea.

Deuteronomy 3:17
The Jordan River in the Arabah bordered it from Chinnereth to the Sea of the Arabah (the Salt Sea) with the slopes of Pisgah to the east.

Judges 18:29
They named it Dan, after their forefather Dan, who was born to Israel—though the city was formerly named Laish.

1 Kings 7:46
The king had them cast in clay molds in the plain of the Jordan between Succoth and Zarethan.

Ezekiel 47:19
On the south side it will run from Tamar to the waters of Meribath-kadesh, and along the Brook of Egypt to the Great Sea. This will be the southern boundary.

Genesis 13:10-11
And Lot looked out and saw that the whole plain of the Jordan, all the way to Zoar, was well watered like the garden of the LORD, like the land of Egypt. (This was before the LORD destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah.) / So Lot chose the whole plain of the Jordan for himself and set out toward the east. And Abram and Lot parted company.

2 Samuel 2:29
And all that night Abner and his men marched through the Arabah. They crossed the Jordan, marched all morning, and arrived at Mahanaim.

2 Kings 25:5
but the army of the Chaldeans pursued the king and overtook him in the plains of Jericho, and his whole army deserted him.

Jeremiah 39:5
But the army of the Chaldeans pursued them and overtook Zedekiah in the plains of Jericho. They seized him and brought him up to Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon at Riblah in the land of Hamath, where he pronounced judgment on him.

Ezekiel 48:28
The 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.

Matthew 4:25
Large crowds followed Him, having come from Galilee, the Decapolis, Jerusalem, Judea, and beyond the Jordan.

Mark 3:8
Jerusalem, Idumea, the region beyond the Jordan, and the vicinity of Tyre and Sidon. The large crowd came to Him when they heard what great things He was doing.

Luke 6:17
Then Jesus came down with them and stood on a level place. A large crowd of His disciples was there, along with a great number of people from all over Judea, Jerusalem, and the seacoast of Tyre and Sidon.

John 10:40
Then Jesus went back across the Jordan to the place where John had first been baptizing, and He stayed there.

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


Treasury of Scripture

And the border went up to Bethhogla, and passed along by the north of Betharabah; and the border went up to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben:

Genesis 50:10
And they came to the threshingfloor of Atad, which is beyond Jordan, and there they mourned with a great and very sore lamentation: and he made a mourning for his father seven days.

Joshua 18:19,20
And the border passed along to the side of Bethhoglah northward: and the outgoings of the border were at the north bay of the salt sea at the south end of Jordan: this was the south coast…

the stone

Joshua 18:17
And was drawn from the north, and went forth to Enshemesh, and went forth toward Geliloth, which is over against the going up of Adummim, and descended to the stone of Bohan the son of Reuben,

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Joshua 15
1. The borders of the lot of Judah
13. Caleb's portion and conquest
16. Othniel, for his valour, marries Achsah, Caleb's daughter
18. She obtains a blessing of her father
21. The cities of Judah
63. The Jebusites unconquered














went up to Beth-hoglah
Beth-hoglah is a location near the Jordan River, within the territory allotted to the tribe of Benjamin. It is mentioned in the context of defining the borders of the land given to the tribes of Israel. The name "Beth-hoglah" means "house of the partridge," which may indicate the presence of wildlife or a specific characteristic of the area. This location is significant in marking the boundary between the tribes of Judah and Benjamin. Its proximity to the Jordan River suggests it was an area of strategic importance, possibly serving as a point of access to the river.

proceeded north of Beth-arabah
Beth-arabah is another geographical marker used to define the tribal boundaries. It is located in the wilderness region, likely in the Jordan Valley. The term "Arabah" refers to a desert or wilderness area, which is consistent with the arid landscape of the region. This area was part of the southern border of the tribe of Judah. The movement northward from Beth-hoglah to Beth-arabah indicates a transition from one type of terrain to another, highlighting the diverse landscapes within the Promised Land. The mention of these specific locations underscores the detailed nature of the land allotments, reflecting God's promise to Abraham regarding the land.

and went up to the Stone of Bohan son of Reuben
The Stone of Bohan is a landmark named after Bohan, a descendant of Reuben, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. This stone served as a boundary marker, which was a common practice in ancient times to delineate property lines. The mention of Bohan, a Reubenite, is significant because it connects the tribe of Reuben, which settled east of the Jordan, to the land west of the Jordan. This connection may symbolize the unity of the tribes despite their geographical separation. The use of stones as markers is a recurring theme in the Bible, often serving as memorials or witnesses to significant events, such as the stones set up by Joshua at Gilgal.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Beth-hoglah
A location on the border of the tribe of Judah, near the Jordan River. It is significant as a boundary marker in the division of the Promised Land.

2. Beth-arabah
Another boundary location, situated in the wilderness area, marking the territory of Judah. It highlights the geographical diversity of the land allotted to Judah.

3. Stone of Bohan
A landmark named after Bohan, a descendant of Reuben. This stone served as a boundary marker, indicating the importance of landmarks in defining tribal territories.

4. Bohan son of Reuben
Although not much is known about Bohan himself, his name being used for a landmark suggests his family's influence or presence in the area.

5. Tribe of Judah
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, receiving a significant portion of land in the southern part of Canaan. This passage is part of the detailed description of their inheritance.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Boundaries
Just as physical boundaries were crucial for the tribes of Israel, setting spiritual and moral boundaries is essential for Christians today to maintain a life of holiness.

God's Faithfulness in Fulfillment
The detailed allotment of land to the tribes demonstrates God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises. Believers can trust God to fulfill His promises in their lives.

Significance of Landmarks
Landmarks like the Stone of Bohan remind us of the importance of remembering God's work in our lives. Establish spiritual "landmarks" to commemorate God's faithfulness.

Heritage and Legacy
The mention of Bohan, a descendant of Reuben, highlights the importance of family heritage and legacy. Consider the spiritual legacy you are leaving for future generations.

Unity and Diversity in the Body of Christ
The division of land among the tribes, each with unique characteristics, reflects the diversity within the body of Christ. Embrace and celebrate the diversity of gifts and callings within the church.Verse 6. - Beth-hogla (see Joshua 18:19). It is still known as Ain Hadjla or Hajla, where, says Keil, a beautiful spring of fresh and clear water is to be found. The place lies about two miles from Jordan. Beth-hogla means "the house of the partridge." "Leaving the probable site of the ancient Gilgal and advancing southward along the pilgrims' route to the Jordan, an hour and a quarter brings us to the spring Kin Hajla, in a small and well-watered grove" (Ritter). He adds, "Robinson and Wilson both recognised in the name Hails the ancient Canaanitish city Beth-hogla." Beth-arabah. Or "the house of the Arabah" or desert. Its site is not known (see ver. 61 and Joshua 18:18, 22). The Beth-arabah in ver. 61, however, must have been another place, since it was in the wilderness of Judaea, not far from the Dead Sea. The stone of Bohan the son of Reuben. All we know of this stone is that it was westward of Beth-arabah. The boundary of Benjamin in ch. 18, is mentioned in precisely reverse order, and since here the stone was on the ascent from Beth-araba, and there (ver. 17) it is described as on the descent from Geliloth, it must have been on the side of the declivity. Of Bohan nothing further is known. We must understand here, as in many other places of Scripture, descendant by "son" (cf. Joshua 7:24).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
went up
וְעָלָ֤ה (wə·‘ā·lāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively

to Beth-hoglah,
חָגְלָ֔ה (ḥā·ḡə·lāh)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1031: Beth-hoglah -- 'place of partridge', a place in Benjamin

proceeded
וְעָבַ֕ר (wə·‘ā·ḇar)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5674: To pass over, through, or by, pass on

north
מִצְּפ֖וֹן (miṣ·ṣə·p̄ō·wn)
Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 6828: Hidden, dark, the north as a, quarter

of
לְבֵ֣ית (lə·ḇêṯ)
Preposition
Strong's Hebrew

Beth-arabah,
הָעֲרָבָ֑ה (hā·‘ă·rā·ḇāh)
Preposition | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1026: Beth-arabah -- 'place of the depression', a place near the Dead Sea

and went up
וְעָלָ֣ה (wə·‘ā·lāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively

to the Stone
אֶ֥בֶן (’e·ḇen)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 68: A stone

of Bohan
בֹּ֖הַן (bō·han)
Noun - proper
Strong's 932: Bohan -- 'closing', a descendant of Reuben

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Reuben.
רְאוּבֵֽן׃ (rə·’ū·ḇên)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7205: Reuben -- 'behold a son!' oldest son of Jacob, also his desc


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