Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The territory of their inheritance included: Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir Shemesh, New Living Translation The land allocated as their homeland included the following towns: Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, English Standard Version And the territory of its inheritance included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, Berean Standard Bible The territory of their inheritance included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, King James Bible And the coast of their inheritance was Zorah, and Eshtaol, and Irshemesh, New King James Version And the territory of their inheritance was Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir Shemesh, New American Standard Bible The territory of their inheritance was Zorah, Eshtaol, and Ir-shemesh, NASB 1995 The territory of their inheritance was Zorah and Eshtaol and Ir-shemesh, NASB 1977 And the territory of their inheritance was Zorah and Eshtaol and Ir-shemesh, Legacy Standard Bible And the territory of their inheritance was Zorah and Eshtaol and Ir-shemesh, Amplified Bible The territory of their inheritance included Zorah and Eshtaol and Ir-shemesh, Christian Standard Bible The territory of their inheritance included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, Holman Christian Standard Bible The territory of their inheritance included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, American Standard Version And the border of their inheritance was Zorah, and Eshtaol, and Ir-shemesh, English Revised Version And the border of their inheritance was Zorah, and Eshtaol, and Ir-shemesh; GOD'S WORD® Translation The territory of their inheritance included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir Shemesh, Good News Translation Its area included Zorah, Eshtaol, Irshemesh, International Standard Version The territorial allotment included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, Majority Standard Bible The territory of their inheritance included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, NET Bible Their assigned land included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir Shemesh, New Heart English Bible And the border of their inheritance was Zorah, and Eshtaol, and Ir Shemesh, Webster's Bible Translation And the border of their inheritance was Zorah, and Eshtaol, and Ir-shemesh, World English Bible The border of their inheritance was Zorah, Eshtaol, Irshemesh, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the border of their inheritance is Zorah, and Eshtaol, and Ir-Shemesh, Young's Literal Translation and the border of their inheritance is Zorah, and Eshtaol, and Ir-Shemesh, Smith's Literal Translation And the bound of their Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the border of their possession was Saraa and Esthaol, and Hirsemes, that is, the city of the sun. Catholic Public Domain Version And the border of their possession was Zorah, and Eshtaol, and Ir-shemesh, that is, the City of the Sun, New American Bible Their heritage was the territory of Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, New Revised Standard Version The territory of its inheritance included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the border of their inheritance was Zidah, Eshtaol, Kerith-shemish, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the border of their inheritance was Tsada and Eshethwayel and Qerith d’Shemesh OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the border of their inheritance was Zorah, and Eshtaol, and Ir-shemesh; Brenton Septuagint Translation And their borders were Sarath, and Asa, and the cities of Sammaus, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Dan's Inheritance40The seventh lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Dan: 41 The territory of their inheritance included Zorah, Eshtaol, Ir-shemesh, 42Shaalabbin, Aijalon, Ithlah,… Cross References Judges 1:34-36 The Amorites forced the Danites into the hill country and did not allow them to come down into the plain. / And the Amorites were determined to dwell in Mount Heres, Aijalon, and Shaalbim. But when the house of Joseph grew in strength, they pressed the Amorites into forced labor. / And the border of the Amorites extended from the Ascent of Akrabbim to Sela and beyond. Joshua 15:33-36 These were in the foothills: Eshtaol, Zorah, Ashnah, / Zanoah, En-gannim, Tappuah, Enam, / Jarmuth, Adullam, Socoh, Azekah, ... 1 Chronicles 6:66-70 And some of the clans of the Kohathites were given cities from the tribe of Ephraim for their territory: / They were given Shechem (a city of refuge) with its pasturelands in the hill country of Ephraim, and Gezer, / Jokmeam, Beth-horon, ... Judges 18:1-2 In those days there was no king in Israel, and the tribe of the Danites was looking for territory to occupy. For up to that time they had not come into an inheritance among the tribes of Israel. / So the Danites sent out five men from their clans, men of valor from Zorah and Eshtaol, to spy out the land and explore it. “Go and explore the land,” they told them. The men entered the hill country of Ephraim and came to the house of Micah, where they spent the night. 1 Samuel 7:14 The cities from Ekron to Gath, which the Philistines had taken, were restored to Israel, who also delivered the surrounding territory from the hand of the Philistines. And there was peace between the Israelites and the Amorites. 2 Samuel 5:18-25 Now the Philistines had come and spread out in the Valley of Rephaim. / So David inquired of the LORD, “Should I go up against the Philistines? Will You deliver them into my hand?” “Go up,” replied the LORD, “for I will surely deliver the Philistines into your hand.” / So David went to Baal-perazim, where he defeated the Philistines and said, “Like a bursting flood, the LORD has burst out against my enemies before me.” So he called that place Baal-perazim. ... 1 Kings 15:17-22 Baasha king of Israel went to war against Judah and fortified Ramah to prevent anyone from leaving or entering the territory of Asa king of Judah. / So Asa withdrew all the silver and gold that remained in the treasuries of the house of the LORD and the royal palace. He entrusted it to his servants and sent them with this message to Ben-hadad son of Tabrimmon, the son of Hezion, the king of Aram, who was ruling in Damascus: / “Let there be a treaty between me and you as there was between my father and your father. See, I have sent you a gift of silver and gold. Now go and break your treaty with Baasha king of Israel, so that he will withdraw from me.” ... 2 Chronicles 11:5-10 Rehoboam lived in Jerusalem, and he built up cities for defense in Judah. / He built up Bethlehem, Etam, Tekoa, / Beth-zur, Soco, Adullam, ... Nehemiah 11:25-30 As for the villages with their fields, some of the people of Judah lived in Kiriath-arba, Dibon, Jekabzeel, and their villages; / in Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet; / in Hazar-shual; in Beersheba and its villages; ... Ezekiel 48:1-7 “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. ... Matthew 4:13-16 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— ... Mark 1:21-28 Then Jesus and His companions went to Capernaum, and right away Jesus entered the synagogue on the Sabbath and began to teach. / The people were astonished at His teaching, because He taught as one who had authority, and not as the scribes. / Suddenly a man with an unclean spirit cried out in the synagogue: ... Luke 4:31-37 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. / In the synagogue there was a man possessed by the spirit of an unclean demon. He cried out in a loud voice, ... John 4:1-3 When Jesus realized that the Pharisees were aware He was gaining and baptizing more disciples than John / (although it was not Jesus who baptized, but His disciples), / He left Judea and returned to Galilee. 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 the coast of their inheritance was Zorah, and Eshtaol, and Irshemesh, Joshua 15:33 And in the valley, Eshtaol, and Zoreah, and Ashnah, Zoreah Judges 13:2,25 And there was a certain man of Zorah, of the family of the Danites, whose name was Manoah; and his wife was barren, and bare not… Judges 16:31 Then his brethren and all the house of his father came down, and took him, and brought him up, and buried him between Zorah and Eshtaol in the buryingplace of Manoah his father. And he judged Israel twenty years. Judges 18:2 And the children of Dan sent of their family five men from their coasts, men of valour, from Zorah, and from Eshtaol, to spy out the land, and to search it; and they said unto them, Go, search the land: who when they came to mount Ephraim, to the house of Micah, they lodged there. Joshua 21:16 And Ain with her suburbs, and Juttah with her suburbs, and Bethshemesh with her suburbs; nine cities out of those two tribes. Ir-shemesh rendered () by the LXX. Jump to Previous Border Coast Eshtaol Esh'ta-Ol Heritage Included Inheritance Ir Limit Shemesh Territory Zorah ZoreahJump to Next Border Coast Eshtaol Esh'ta-Ol Heritage Included Inheritance Ir Limit Shemesh Territory Zorah ZoreahJoshua 19 1. The lot of Simeon10. of Zebulun 17. of Issachar 24. of Asher 32. of Naphtali 40. of Dan 49. The children of Israel give an inheritance to Joshua The territory of their inheritance This phrase refers to the land allotted to the tribe of Dan as part of the division of Canaan among the twelve tribes of Israel. The concept of inheritance is significant in biblical theology, symbolizing God's promise and faithfulness to His people. The land was a tangible representation of God's covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and it was meant to be a perpetual possession for the Israelites. This inheritance also foreshadows the spiritual inheritance believers receive through Christ, as mentioned in Ephesians 1:11. included Zorah Eshtaol Ir-shemesh Persons / Places / Events 1. ZorahA town allocated to the tribe of Dan, located in the Shephelah region of Judah. It is notably the birthplace of Samson, one of the judges of Israel. 2. Eshtaol Another town within the territory of Dan, often mentioned alongside Zorah. It is significant in the account of Samson, as it is where the Spirit of the Lord began to stir him. 3. Ir-shemesh A lesser-known town in the Danite territory. The name means "city of the sun," indicating possible historical significance related to sun worship or a strategic location. Teaching Points Understanding God's AllocationThe division of land among the tribes of Israel, including Dan, reflects God's sovereign plan and purpose for His people. It reminds us to trust in God's provision and placement in our own lives. Spiritual Heritage and Responsibility Zorah and Eshtaol's connection to Samson highlights the importance of spiritual heritage. We are called to recognize and nurture the spiritual gifts and callings within our communities. Challenges in Inheritance The struggles of the Danites to maintain their territory remind us of the spiritual battles we face in holding onto God's promises. We must remain vigilant and faithful in our spiritual walk. Significance of Place Names The names of places, like Ir-shemesh, can offer insights into historical and cultural contexts. Understanding these can deepen our appreciation of biblical accounts and their relevance today.(41) And the coast . . .--Zorah and Eshtaol, in the tribe of Dan, had been originally assigned to Judah (Joshua 15:33); so also Ekron. But it is not clear whether they are mentioned here as marking the border of Dan and Judah, or actually in the territory of the former. However, Dan is wedged in, as it were, between the powerful tribes of Judah and Ephraim, the unconquered Philistines, and the sea. It is not surprising that their coast "went out from them" (Joshua 19:47) when it was partly unconquered, partly taken from other tribes in the first instance. Conder says it was carved out of the country of Ephraim. (41-46) All the towns mentioned here are identified by Conder. Zorah--Sur'ah Eshtaol--Esh-'a Ir-shemesh--Ain Sheme Shaalabbin--Selbit Ajalon--Yalo Jethlah--(Ruin) Beit Tul } . . . Verse 41. - Zorah and Eshtaol. On the border between Judah and Dan, but abandoned by the tribe of Judah to the Danites (see Judges 13:2, 25). "The wild and impassable wadies, the steep, hard, rocky hills, their wildernesses of mastic, clear springs, and frequent caves and precipices, are the fastnesses in which Samson was born, and from which he descended into the plain to harry the Philistines (Lieut. Conder in Pal. Expl. Fund, Quart. Paper, Jan., 1874). Robinson identifies Zorah with Surat. Ir-shemesh. Another sign of sun-worship. Ir-shemaesh is "the city of the sun."Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The territoryגְּב֣וּל (gə·ḇūl) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1366: A cord, a boundary, the territory inclosed of their inheritance נַחֲלָתָ֑ם (na·ḥă·lā·ṯām) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 5159: Something inherited, occupancy, an heirloom, an estate, patrimony, portion included Zorah, צָרְעָ֥ה (ṣā·rə·‘āh) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 6881: Zorah -- a city exchanged by Judah and Dan Eshtaol, וְאֶשְׁתָּא֖וֹל (wə·’eš·tā·’ō·wl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 847: Eshtaol -- to found, establish Ir-shemesh, שָֽׁמֶשׁ׃ (šā·meš) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 5905: Ir-shemesh -- 'city of the sun', a city in Dan Links Joshua 19:41 NIVJoshua 19:41 NLT Joshua 19:41 ESV Joshua 19:41 NASB Joshua 19:41 KJV Joshua 19:41 BibleApps.com Joshua 19:41 Biblia Paralela Joshua 19:41 Chinese Bible Joshua 19:41 French Bible Joshua 19:41 Catholic Bible OT History: Joshua 19:41 The border of their inheritance was Zorah (Josh. 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