Joshua 22:1
New International Version
Then Joshua summoned the Reubenites, the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh

New Living Translation
Then Joshua called together the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh.

English Standard Version
At that time Joshua summoned the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh,

Berean Standard Bible
Then Joshua summoned the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh

King James Bible
Then Joshua called the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh,

New King James Version
Then Joshua called the Reubenites, the Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh,

New American Standard Bible
Then Joshua summoned the Reubenites and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh,

NASB 1995
Then Joshua summoned the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh,

NASB 1977
Then Joshua summoned the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh,

Legacy Standard Bible
Then Joshua summoned the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh,

Amplified Bible
Then Joshua called the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh,

Christian Standard Bible
Joshua summoned the Reubenites, Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Joshua summoned the Reubenites, Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh

American Standard Version
Then Joshua called the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh,

Contemporary English Version
Joshua held a meeting with the men of the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and East Manasseh, and he told them:

English Revised Version
Then Joshua called the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Joshua summoned the tribes of Reuben and Gad and half of the tribe of Manasseh.

Good News Translation
Then Joshua called together the people of the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and East Manasseh.

International Standard Version
Later, Joshua called together the descendants of Reuben, the descendants of Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh

Majority Standard Bible
Then Joshua summoned the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh

NET Bible
Then Joshua summoned the Reubenites, Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh

New Heart English Bible
Then Joshua called the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh,

Webster's Bible Translation
Then Joshua called the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh,

World English Bible
Then Joshua called the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Then Joshua calls for the Reubenite, and for the Gadite, and for the half-tribe of Manasseh,

Young's Literal Translation
Then Joshua calleth for the Reubenite, and for the Gadite, and for the half of the tribe of Manasseh,

Smith's Literal Translation
Then Joshua will call to the Reubenites and to the Gadites and to half the tribe of Manasseh,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
At the same time Josue called the Rubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasses,

Catholic Public Domain Version
In the same time, Joshua called the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the one half tribe of Manasseh.

New American Bible
At that time Joshua summoned the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh

New Revised Standard Version
Then Joshua summoned the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
THEN Joshua called the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half tribe of Manasseh,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Then Yeshua called the children of Rubil and to the children of Gad and to half of the tribe of Menasheh
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Then Joshua called the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh,

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Then Joshua called together the sons of Ruben, and the sons of Gad, and the half tribe of Manasse,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Eastern Tribes Return Home
1Then Joshua summoned the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh 2and told them, “You have done all that Moses the servant of the LORD commanded you, and you have obeyed my voice in all that I commanded you.…

Cross References
Numbers 32:20-22
Moses replied, “If you will do this—if you will arm yourselves before the LORD for battle, / and if every one of your armed men crosses the Jordan before the LORD, until He has driven His enemies out before Him, / then when the land is subdued before the LORD, you may return and be free of obligation to the LORD and to Israel. And this land will belong to you as a possession before the LORD.

Deuteronomy 3:18-20
At that time I commanded you: “The LORD your God has given you this land to possess. All your men of valor are to cross over, armed for battle, ahead of your brothers, the Israelites. / But your wives, your children, and your livestock—I know that you have much livestock—may remain in the cities I have given you, / until the LORD gives rest to your brothers as He has to you, and they too have taken possession of the land that the LORD your God is giving them across the Jordan. Then each of you may return to the possession I have given you.”

Joshua 1:12-15
But to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh, Joshua said, / “Remember what Moses the servant of the LORD commanded you when he said, ‘The LORD your God will give you rest, and He will give you this land.’ / Your wives, your young children, and your livestock may remain in the land that Moses gave you on this side of the Jordan. But all your mighty men of valor must be armed for battle to cross over ahead of your brothers and help them, ...

Joshua 4:12-13
The Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh crossed over before the Israelites, armed for battle as Moses had instructed them. / About 40,000 troops armed for battle crossed over before the LORD into the plains of Jericho.

1 Chronicles 5:18-22
The Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh had 44,760 warriors—valiant men who carried the shield and sword, drew the bow, and were trained for battle. / They waged war against the Hagrites, as well as Jetur, Naphish, and Nodab. / And because they cried out to God in battle, they were helped against their enemies, and the Hagrites and all their allies were delivered into their hands. Because they put their trust in God, He answered their prayers. ...

Judges 20:1-2
Then all the Israelites from Dan to Beersheba and from the land of Gilead came out, and the congregation assembled as one man before the LORD at Mizpah. / The leaders of all the people and all the tribes of Israel presented themselves in the assembly of God’s people: 400,000 men on foot, armed with swords.

1 Samuel 11:7-8
He took a pair of oxen, cut them into pieces, and sent them by messengers throughout the land of Israel, proclaiming, “This is what will be done to the oxen of anyone who does not march behind Saul and Samuel.” Then the terror of the LORD fell upon the people, and they came out together as one man. / And when Saul numbered them at Bezek, there were 300,000 Israelites and 30,000 men of Judah.

2 Samuel 2:4-7
Then the men of Judah came to Hebron, and there they anointed David king over the house of Judah. And they told David, “It was the men of Jabesh-gilead who buried Saul.” / So David sent messengers to the men of Jabesh-gilead to tell them, “The LORD bless you, because you showed this kindness to Saul your lord when you buried him. / Now may the LORD show you loving devotion and faithfulness, and I will also show you the same favor because you have done this. ...

1 Kings 22:3-4
who said to his servants, “Do you not know that Ramoth-gilead is ours, but we have failed to take it from the hand of the king of Aram?” / So he asked Jehoshaphat, “Will you go with me to fight against Ramoth-gilead?” Jehoshaphat answered the king of Israel, “I am as you are, my people are your people, and my horses are your horses.”

2 Kings 10:15-16
When he left there, he found Jehonadab son of Rechab, who was coming to meet him. Jehu greeted him and asked, “Is your heart as true to mine as my heart is to yours?” “It is!” Jehonadab replied. “If it is,” said Jehu, “give me your hand.” So he gave him his hand, and Jehu helped him into his chariot, / saying, “Come with me and see my zeal for the LORD!” So he had him ride in his chariot.

Nehemiah 4:14-20
After I had made an inspection, I stood up and said to the nobles, the officials, and the rest of the people, “Do not be afraid of them. Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your brothers, your sons and your daughters, your wives and your homes.” / When our enemies heard that we were aware of their scheme and that God had frustrated it, each of us returned to his own work on the wall. / And from that day on, half of my servants did the work while the other half held spears, shields, bows, and armor. The officers stationed themselves behind all the people of Judah ...

Psalm 133:1
A song of ascents. Of David. Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony!

Matthew 5:9
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.

Matthew 18:15-17
If your brother sins against you, go and confront him privately. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over. / But if he will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ‘every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.’ / If he refuses to listen to them, tell it to the church. And if he refuses to listen even to the church, regard him as you would a pagan or a tax collector.

Luke 10:5-6
Whatever house you enter, begin by saying, ‘Peace to this house.’ / If a man of peace is there, your peace will rest on him; if not, it will return to you.


Treasury of Scripture

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Joshua 22
1. The two tribes and a half with a blessing are sent home,
10. They build the altar of testimony in their journey
11. The Israelites are offended thereat
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Then Joshua summoned
Joshua, the leader of Israel after Moses, is acting in his role as the commander and spiritual leader of the Israelites. His summoning indicates a formal gathering, likely for an important announcement or instruction. This reflects the hierarchical structure of Israelite society, where leaders like Joshua played a crucial role in guiding the people according to God's commands.

the Reubenites, the Gadites,
These tribes, along with the half-tribe of Manasseh, had chosen to settle on the east side of the Jordan River. Their decision was based on the suitability of the land for their livestock, as described in Numbers 32. This choice required a special agreement with Moses, where they promised to help the other tribes conquer the land west of the Jordan before returning to their own inheritance.

and the half-tribe of Manasseh
The half-tribe of Manasseh was unique in that it was split between territories on both sides of the Jordan River. This division is significant as it reflects the tribe's large size and the need for extensive land to accommodate its people. The presence of Manasseh on both sides of the Jordan also symbolizes a bridge between the eastern and western tribes, maintaining unity among the Israelites despite geographical separation.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Joshua
The leader of the Israelites after Moses, tasked with leading the people into the Promised Land and distributing the land among the tribes.

2. Reubenites
Members of the tribe of Reuben, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, who settled on the east side of the Jordan River.

3. Gadites
Members of the tribe of Gad, another tribe that chose to settle on the east side of the Jordan River.

4. Half-tribe of Manasseh
Part of the tribe of Manasseh, which was divided, with some settling on the east side of the Jordan and others on the west.

5. Summoning
The act of calling together these tribes by Joshua, indicating a significant communication or instruction.
Teaching Points
Unity in Diversity
The tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh had different geographical locations but shared a common mission with the rest of Israel. This teaches us the importance of unity in the body of Christ, despite diverse roles and locations.

Faithfulness to Promises
These tribes were reminded of their commitment to help their fellow Israelites. This underscores the importance of being faithful to our promises and commitments, especially those made before God.

Leadership and Accountability
Joshua's role in summoning these tribes highlights the importance of leadership in maintaining accountability and ensuring that God's commands are followed.

Community and Support
The cooperation between these tribes and the rest of Israel illustrates the need for mutual support within the Christian community, as we work together towards common spiritual goals.

Obedience to God's Plan
The tribes' settlement and their role in the conquest were part of God's larger plan for Israel. This reminds us to trust and obey God's plan for our lives, even when it involves waiting or supporting others.XXII.

DISMISSAL OF THE TWO AND A HALF TRIBES TO THEIR INHERITANCE ON THE EAST OF JORDAN.

(1-6) Charge to the two and a half tribes by Joshua.

The words of Joshua 22:2-3 recall the promise of Joshua 1:16, and Joshua's charge in Joshua 22:5 recalls that which he himself had received at first (Joshua 1:7), and finds a further parallel in what he said to Israel before his death (Joshua 23, 24). . . .

Verse 1. - The Reubenites and the Gadites. According to the Hebrew idiom, these are in the original in the singular, as in Genesis 12:6. Thus a tribe, as has been before remarked, or even a family (Joshua 6:25), is spoken of frequently as a single individual (cf. Joshua 17:14, 15, 17, 18). It seems probable that this chapter occurs in strict chronological order, and that the soldiers of the two tribes and a half remained under the national banner at Shiloh until the work of survey and appointment was completed. But this cannot be affirmed with certainty. The word אָז with which the chapter commences, is not the usual word for chronological sequence, though it does not preclude it (see note on Joshua 8:30). And the time during which these soldiers must in this case have remained separated from their wives and families was a very long one. Some have even supposed that it lasted fourteen years (see ver. 3). On the other hand, the words "gathered together to Shiloh," in ver. 12, implies that the tribes west of Jordan had left Shiloh. Nor did there seem to be the least need for their services after the battle of Merom. We must be content to leave the matter in uncertainty, with the remark that if the armed men of the two tribes and a half did remain during this long period away from their homes, our sense of their ready obedience must be greatly enhanced, as also of the personal influence of the leader at whose instance they did so. The half tribe of Manaseh. Some cities read ֶשבֶט here for מַטֶּה, and as the tribe is spoken of in a political and not in a genealogical point of view, the reading, as far as internal considerations go, would seem preferable. The two words, however, are not always used with complete strictness, but are sometimes regarded as synonymous (see note on Joshua 13:29).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then
אָ֚ז (’āz)
Adverb
Strong's 227: At that time, place, therefore

Joshua
יְהוֹשֻׁ֔עַ (yə·hō·wō·šu·a‘)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3091: Joshua -- 'the LORD is salvation', Moses' successor, also the name of a number of Israelites

summoned
יִקְרָ֣א (yiq·rā)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7121: To call, proclaim, read

the Reubenites,
לָרֽאוּבֵנִ֖י (lā·r·’ū·ḇê·nî)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7206: Reubenites -- a Reubenite

the Gadites,
וְלַגָּדִ֑י (wə·lag·gā·ḏî)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1425: Gadites -- descendants of Gad

and the half-tribe
וְלַחֲצִ֖י (wə·la·ḥă·ṣî)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 2677: The half, middle

of Manasseh
מְנַשֶּֽׁה׃ (mə·naš·šeh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4519: Manasseh -- 'causing to forget', a son of Joseph, also a king of Judah, also two Israelites


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