Joshua 19:6
New International Version
Beth Lebaoth and Sharuhen—thirteen towns and their villages;

New Living Translation
Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen—thirteen towns with their surrounding villages.

English Standard Version
Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen—thirteen cities with their villages;

Berean Standard Bible
Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen—thirteen cities, along with their villages.

King James Bible
And Bethlebaoth, and Sharuhen; thirteen cities and their villages:

New King James Version
Beth Lebaoth, and Sharuhen: thirteen cities and their villages;

New American Standard Bible
Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen; thirteen cities with their villages;

NASB 1995
and Beth-lebaoth and Sharuhen; thirteen cities with their villages;

NASB 1977
and Beth-lebaoth and Sharuhen, thirteen cities with their villages;

Legacy Standard Bible
and Beth-lebaoth and Sharuhen; thirteen cities with their villages;

Amplified Bible
and Beth-lebaoth and Sharuhen; thirteen cities with their villages;

Christian Standard Bible
Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen—thirteen cities, with their settlements;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen—13 cities, with their villages;

American Standard Version
and Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen; thirteen cities with their villages:

English Revised Version
and Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen; thirteen cities with their villages:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Beth Lebaoth, and Sharuhen.

Good News Translation
Beth Lebaoth, and Sharuhen: thirteen cities, along with the towns around them.

International Standard Version
Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen, for a total of thirteen towns and villages.

Majority Standard Bible
Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen?thirteen cities, along with their villages.

NET Bible
Beth Lebaoth, and Sharuhen--a total of thirteen cities and their towns,

New Heart English Bible
and Beth Lebaoth, and Sharuhen; thirteen cities with their villages;

Webster's Bible Translation
And Beth-lebaoth, and Sheruhen; thirteen cities and their villages:

World English Bible
Beth Lebaoth, and Sharuhen; thirteen cities with their villages;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Beth-Lebaoth, and Sharuhen; thirteen cities and their villages.

Young's Literal Translation
and Beth-Lebaoth, and Sharuhen; thirteen cities and their villages.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Beth-Lehaoth, and Sharuhen; thirteen cities and their enclosures:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Bethlebaoth and Sarohen: thirteen cities, and their villages.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and Bethlebaoth, and Sharuhen: thirteen cities, and their villages;

New American Bible
Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen; thirteen cities and their villages.

New Revised Standard Version
Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen—thirteen towns with their villages;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Beth-lebaoth, and Sharwenan; fourteen cities and their villages;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Bayth Lebuth and Sherwaynan fourteen cities and their fields
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen; thirteen cities with their villages:

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and Batharoth, and their fields, thirteen cities, and their villages.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Simeon's Inheritance
5Ziklag, Beth-marcaboth, Hazar-susah, 6 Beth-lebaoth, and Sharuhen— thirteen cities, along with their villages. 7Ain, Rimmon, Ether, and Ashan—four cities, along with their villages,…

Cross References
Joshua 15:31
Ziklag, Madmannah, Sansannah,

1 Chronicles 4:31
Beth-marcaboth, Hazar-susim, Beth-biri, and Shaaraim. These were their cities until the reign of David.

Genesis 49:13
Zebulun shall dwell by the seashore and become a harbor for ships; his border shall extend to Sidon.

Numbers 34:2-5
“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, ...

Deuteronomy 33:24
And concerning Asher he said: “May Asher be the most blessed of sons; may he be the most favored among his brothers and dip his foot in oil.

Judges 1:31
Asher failed to drive out the inhabitants of Acco, Sidon, Ahlab, Achzib, Helbah, Aphik, and Rehob.

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 24:7
They went toward the fortress of Tyre and all the cities of the Hivites and Canaanites. Finally, they went on to the Negev of Judah, to Beersheba.

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. ...

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—

Luke 2:36
There was also a prophetess named Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher, who was well along in years. She had been married for seven years,

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

Revelation 7:6
from the tribe of Asher 12,000, from the tribe of Naphtali 12,000, from the tribe of Manasseh 12,000,

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.


Treasury of Scripture

And Bethlebaoth, and Sharuhen; thirteen cities and their villages:

Beth-lebaoth

Joshua 15:32
And Lebaoth, and Shilhim, and Ain, and Rimmon: all the cities are twenty and nine, with their villages:

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24. of Asher
32. of Naphtali
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Beth-lebaoth
Beth-lebaoth, meaning "house of lions," is a town located in the southern part of the territory allotted to the tribe of Simeon. This area was within the larger region of Judah, as Simeon's inheritance was within Judah's portion (Joshua 19:1). The name suggests a place of strength or protection, possibly indicating a fortified settlement. The town's mention alongside others in the Negev region highlights its role in the pastoral and agricultural life of ancient Israel. The Negev was known for its arid climate, requiring inhabitants to adapt to challenging living conditions, which may have influenced the town's development and significance.

and Sharuhen
Sharuhen is another town in the southern part of the Simeonite territory. It is historically significant as it was a site of Egyptian military campaigns during the period of the New Kingdom. The town's strategic location made it a key point of control in the region. Archaeological evidence suggests that Sharuhen was a fortified city, which aligns with its historical role as a military stronghold. The mention of Sharuhen in the biblical text underscores the importance of controlling key locations for the security and stability of the Israelite tribes.

thirteen cities
The reference to "thirteen cities" indicates the number of towns included in the inheritance of the tribe of Simeon. This enumeration reflects the detailed record-keeping and organization of the tribal allotments in the Book of Joshua. The specific number of cities highlights the completeness of the inheritance and the fulfillment of God's promise to the tribes of Israel. It also emphasizes the importance of land distribution in establishing the identity and autonomy of each tribe within the nation of Israel.

along with their villages
The inclusion of "their villages" suggests that the cities were not isolated but were surrounded by smaller settlements that supported the main urban centers. This reflects the typical structure of ancient Near Eastern societies, where cities served as administrative and economic hubs, while villages provided agricultural support. The mention of villages indicates the interconnectedness of urban and rural life in ancient Israel, with each playing a vital role in the community's overall functioning. This structure also points to the fulfillment of God's promise to provide for His people, ensuring they had both cities and surrounding lands for sustenance and growth.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Beth-lebaoth
A town in the territory allotted to the tribe of Simeon. The name means "house of lions," indicating strength or a place of refuge.

2. Sharuhen
Another town within the Simeonite inheritance. Historically, it was a significant location during the conquest of Canaan and is mentioned in Egyptian records as a place of resistance.

3. Thirteen Cities
This refers to the total number of cities, including Beth-lebaoth and Sharuhen, that were given to the tribe of Simeon as part of their inheritance in the Promised Land.

4. Tribe of Simeon
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Simeon, the second son of Jacob and Leah. Their inheritance was within the territory of Judah.

5. Inheritance
The division of the Promised Land among the tribes of Israel, as commanded by God through Moses and executed by Joshua.
Teaching Points
God's Faithfulness in Fulfillment
The allocation of land to the tribe of Simeon demonstrates God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

Significance of Names and Places
Understanding the meaning of names like Beth-lebaoth ("house of lions") can provide deeper insight into the spiritual and historical significance of these locations.

Unity and Interdependence
Simeon's inheritance within Judah's territory highlights the unity and interdependence among the tribes of Israel, reminding us of the importance of community and cooperation within the body of Christ.

Historical Context and Spiritual Lessons
The historical context of places like Sharuhen can teach us about perseverance and faithfulness in the face of opposition, applicable to our spiritual battles today.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Beth-lebaoth,
לְבָא֖וֹת (lə·ḇā·’ō·wṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1034: Beth-lebaoth -- perhaps 'place of lionesses', a place in Simeon

and Sharuhen—
וְשָֽׁרוּחֶ֑ן (wə·šā·rū·ḥen)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 8287: Sharuhen -- a city in Simeon

thirteen
שְׁלֹשׁ־ (šə·lōš-)
Number - feminine singular construct
Strong's 7969: Three, third, thrice

cities,
עָרִ֥ים (‘ā·rîm)
Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 5892: Excitement

along with their villages.
וְחַצְרֵיהֶֽן׃ (wə·ḥaṣ·rê·hen)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - common plural construct | third person feminine plural
Strong's 2691: A yard, a hamlet


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