Joshua 19:20
New International Version
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,

New Living Translation
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,

English Standard Version
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,

Berean Standard Bible
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,

King James Bible
And Rabbith, and Kishion, and Abez,

New King James Version
Rabbith, Kishion, Abez,

New American Standard Bible
Rabbith, Kishion, and Ebez,

NASB 1995
and Rabbith and Kishion and Ebez,

NASB 1977
and Rabbith and Kishion and Ebez,

Legacy Standard Bible
and Rabbith and Kishion and Ebez,

Amplified Bible
and Rabbith and Kishion and Ebez,

Christian Standard Bible
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,

American Standard Version
and Rabbith, and Kishion, and Ebez,

English Revised Version
and Rabbith, and Kishion, and Ebez;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,

Good News Translation
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,

International Standard Version
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,

Majority Standard Bible
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,

NET Bible
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,

New Heart English Bible
and Daberath, and Kishion, and Ebez,

Webster's Bible Translation
And Rabbith, and Kishion, and Abez,

World English Bible
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Rabbith, and Kishion, and Abez,

Young's Literal Translation
and Rabbith, and Kishion, and Abez,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Babbith and Kishion and Abez.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Rabboth and Cesion, Abes,

Catholic Public Domain Version
and Rabbith and Kishion, Ebez

New American Bible
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,

New Revised Standard Version
Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Deblath, Kishon, Apaz,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Deblath and Qishun and Aphats
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Rabbith, and Kishion, and Ebez;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and Anachereth, and Dabiron, and Kison, and Rebes,

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Context
Issachar's Inheritance
19Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath, 20Rabbith, Kishion, Ebez, 21Remeth, En-gannim, En-haddah, and Beth-pazzez.…

Cross References
Joshua 18:21-28
These were the cities of the clans of the tribe of Benjamin: Jericho, Beth-hoglah, Emek-keziz, / Beth-arabah, Zemaraim, Bethel, / Avvim, Parah, Ophrah, ...

Joshua 15:21-32
These were the southernmost cities of the tribe of Judah in the Negev toward the border of Edom: Kabzeel, Eder, Jagur, / Kinah, Dimonah, Adadah, / Kedesh, Hazor, Ithnan, ...

1 Chronicles 6:54-81
Now these were the territories assigned to the descendants of Aaron from the Kohathite clan for their settlements, because the first lot fell to them: / They were given Hebron in the land of Judah and its surrounding pasturelands. / But the fields and villages around the city were given to Caleb son of Jephunneh. ...

Numbers 34:1-12
Then the LORD said to Moses, / “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, ...

Ezekiel 48:1-29
“Now these are the names of the tribes: At the northern frontier, Dan will have one portion bordering the road of Hethlon to Lebo-hamath and running on to Hazar-enan on the border of Damascus with Hamath to the north, and extending from the east side to the west side. / Asher will have one portion bordering the territory of Dan from east to west. / Naphtali will have one portion bordering the territory of Asher from east to west. ...

Genesis 49:13-21
Zebulun shall dwell by the seashore and become a harbor for ships; his border shall extend to Sidon. / Issachar is a strong donkey, lying down between the sheepfolds. / He saw that his resting place was good and that his land was pleasant, so he bent his shoulder to the burden and submitted to labor as a servant. ...

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.”

Judges 1:27-36
At that time Manasseh failed to drive out the inhabitants of Beth-shean, Taanach, Dor, Ibleam, Megiddo, and their villages; for the Canaanites were determined to dwell in that land. / When Israel became stronger, they pressed the Canaanites into forced labor, but they never drove them out completely. / Ephraim also failed to drive out the Canaanites living in Gezer; so the Canaanites continued to dwell among them in Gezer. ...

1 Kings 4:7-19
Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel to provide food for the king and his household. Each one would arrange provisions for one month of the year, / and these were their names: Ben-hur in the hill country of Ephraim; / Ben-deker in Makaz, in Shaalbim, in Beth-shemesh, and in Elon-beth-hanan; ...

2 Samuel 24:1-9
Again the anger of the LORD burned against Israel, and He stirred up David against them, saying, “Go and take a census of Israel and Judah.” / So the king said to Joab the commander of his army, who was with him, “Go now throughout the tribes of Israel from Dan to Beersheba and register the troops, so that I may know their number.” / But Joab replied to the king, “May the LORD your God multiply the troops a hundred times over, and may the eyes of my lord the king see it. But why does my lord the king want to do such a thing?” ...

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

Acts 7:45
And our fathers who received it brought it in with Joshua when they dispossessed the nations God drove out before them. It remained until the time of David,

Hebrews 4:8
For if Joshua had given them rest, God would not have spoken later about another day.

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.

Revelation 7:4-8
And I heard the number of those who were sealed, 144,000 from all the tribes of Israel: / 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, ...


Treasury of Scripture

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Rabbith
Rabbith is a town mentioned in the allocation of land to the tribe of Issachar. Its exact location is uncertain, but it is believed to be in the northern part of the Jezreel Valley. This area was fertile and significant for agriculture, which was crucial for the sustenance of the tribes. The Jezreel Valley was a strategic location, often a battleground due to its fertile land and trade routes. The mention of Rabbith highlights the importance of each town in the tribal inheritance, emphasizing God's provision and the fulfillment of His promises to the Israelites.

Kishion
Kishion is another town within the territory of Issachar. It is identified with the modern site of Tell Abu Qudeis. Kishion was given to the Levites, as recorded in 1 Chronicles 6:72, indicating its role in supporting the priestly tribe. This allocation underscores the integration of the Levites among the other tribes, ensuring spiritual leadership and service throughout Israel. The presence of Levites in Kishion would have been a constant reminder of the covenant relationship between God and His people.

Ebez
Ebez is a lesser-known town, and its precise location remains unidentified today. The mention of Ebez, like other towns in the tribal allotments, serves to document the detailed fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham regarding the land. Each town, regardless of its size or fame, was part of the divine inheritance. This reflects the comprehensive nature of God's promises and His attention to detail, ensuring that every part of the land was accounted for and distributed among the tribes.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Rabbith
A town allocated to the tribe of Issachar. Its exact location is not definitively known today, but it was part of the inheritance given to the tribe as they settled in the Promised Land.

2. Kishion
Another town within the territory of Issachar. It is mentioned in the context of the division of the land among the tribes of Israel, highlighting the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham regarding the land.

3. Ebez
A town in the region of Issachar. Like the other towns listed, it represents the tangible fulfillment of God's covenant promises to His people.
Teaching Points
God's Faithfulness in Fulfillment
The allocation of land to the tribes of Israel, including the towns of Rabbith, Kishion, and Ebez, demonstrates God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises. Believers can trust that God will fulfill His promises in their lives as well.

The Importance of Inheritance
Just as the Israelites received their inheritance in the Promised Land, Christians have an inheritance in Christ. This inheritance is spiritual and eternal, encouraging believers to live with an eternal perspective.

Community and Provision
The distribution of land among the tribes, including provisions for the Levites, highlights the importance of community and ensuring that all members are cared for. This principle can be applied in the church today, emphasizing the need for mutual support and provision.

Historical and Spiritual Legacy
The towns listed in Joshua 19:20 are part of Israel's historical and spiritual legacy. Believers are encouraged to consider their own legacy and the impact of their faith on future generations.(20) Raba (sheet 12), El Beida (sheet 5).



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Hebrew
Rabbith,
וְהָֽרַבִּ֥ית (wə·hā·rab·bîṯ)
Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 7245: Rabbith -- a place in Issachar

Kishion,
וְקִשְׁי֖וֹן (wə·qiš·yō·wn)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 7191: Kishion -- a city in Issachar

Ebez,
וָאָֽבֶץ׃ (wā·’ā·ḇeṣ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 77: Ebez -- a city in Issachar


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