Numbers 13:10
New International Version
from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel son of Sodi;

New Living Translation
Zebulun Gaddiel son of Sodi

English Standard Version
from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi;

Berean Standard Bible
from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel son of Sodi;

King James Bible
Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi.

New King James Version
from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi;

New American Standard Bible
from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi;

NASB 1995
from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi;

NASB 1977
from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi;

Legacy Standard Bible
from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi;

Amplified Bible
from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi;

Christian Standard Bible
Gaddiel son of Sodi from the tribe of Zebulun;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Gaddiel son of Sodi from the tribe of Zebulun;

American Standard Version
Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi.

English Revised Version
Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Gaddiel, son of Sodi, from the tribe of Zebulun;

International Standard Version
from Zebulun's tribe, Sodi's son Gaddiel;

Majority Standard Bible
from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel son of Sodi;

NET Bible
from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel son of Sodi;

New Heart English Bible
Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi.

Webster's Bible Translation
Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi.

World English Bible
Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
for the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel son of Sodi;

Young's Literal Translation
For the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel son of Sodi.

Smith's Literal Translation
For the tribe of Zebulon: Gaddiel, son of Sodi.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Of the tribe of Zabulon, Geddiel the son of Sodi.

Catholic Public Domain Version
from the tribe of Zebulon, Gaddiel the son of Sodi;

New American Bible
from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel, son of Sodi;

New Revised Standard Version
from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel son of Sodi;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
From the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddi the son of Sori.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
From the tribe of Zebulon: Gaddiel son of Suri.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Of the tribe of Zabulon, Gudiel the son of Sudi.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Spies Explore Canaan
9from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti son of Raphu; 10from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel son of Sodi; 11from the tribe of Manasseh (a tribe of Joseph), Gaddi son of Susi;…

Cross References
Joshua 19:17-23
The fourth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Issachar: / Their territory included Jezreel, Chesulloth, Shunem, / Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath, ...

1 Chronicles 7:13
The sons of Naphtali: Jahziel, Guni, Jezer, and Shallum—the descendants of Bilhah.

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

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 5:14-18
Some came from Ephraim, with their roots in Amalek; Benjamin came with your people after you. The commanders came down from Machir, the bearers of the marshal’s staff from Zebulun. / The princes of Issachar were with Deborah, and Issachar was with Barak, rushing into the valley at his heels. In the clans of Reuben there was great indecision. / Why did you sit among the sheepfolds to hear the whistling for the flocks? In the clans of Reuben there was great indecision. ...

1 Kings 4:15
Ahimaaz in Naphtali (he had married Basemath, a daughter of Solomon);

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—

Ezekiel 48:1-2
“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.

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

Joshua 21:32
And from the tribe of Naphtali they were given Kedesh in Galilee (a city of refuge for the manslayer), Hammoth-dor, and Kartan—three cities, together with their pasturelands.

1 Chronicles 6:76
And from the tribe of Naphtali they were given Kedesh in Galilee, Hammon, and Kiriathaim, together with their pasturelands.

2 Kings 15:29
In the days of Pekah king of Israel, Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria came and captured Ijon, Abel-beth-maacah, Janoah, Kedesh, Hazor, Gilead, and Galilee, including all the land of Naphtali, and he took the people as captives to Assyria.

2 Chronicles 30:10-11
And the couriers traveled from city to city through the land of Ephraim and Manasseh as far as Zebulun, but the people scorned and mocked them. / Nevertheless, some from Asher, Manasseh, and Zebulun humbled themselves and came to Jerusalem.

John 1:44-46
Now Philip was from Bethsaida, the same town as Andrew and Peter. / Philip found Nathanael and told him, “We have found the One Moses wrote about in the Law, the One the prophets foretold—Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.” / “Can anything good come from Nazareth?” Nathanael asked. “Come and see,” said Philip.


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from the tribe of Zebulun
Zebulun was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Jacob's tenth son, Zebulun. This tribe was known for its maritime activities, as suggested in Genesis 49:13, where Jacob prophesies that Zebulun "will live by the seashore and become a haven for ships." The tribe's territory was located in the northern part of Israel, which included access to the Mediterranean Sea. This geographical positioning played a significant role in their economic activities and interactions with other nations. The tribe of Zebulun is often associated with trade and commerce, reflecting their strategic location and resources.

Gaddiel son of Sodi
Gaddiel, whose name means "God is my fortune," was chosen as a representative from the tribe of Zebulun to spy out the land of Canaan. His father's name, Sodi, means "my confidant" or "my secret," which may imply a family known for trustworthiness or discretion. The selection of Gaddiel highlights the importance of family lineage and reputation in ancient Israelite society. As one of the twelve spies, Gaddiel's role was crucial in assessing the Promised Land, although the majority report from the spies was negative, leading to Israel's prolonged wilderness wandering. This event underscores themes of faith and obedience, as the Israelites' lack of trust in God's promise resulted in significant consequences.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Zebulun
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Jacob's tenth son, Zebulun. This tribe was known for its maritime activities and was allotted land in the northern part of Canaan.

2. Gaddiel
A leader from the tribe of Zebulun chosen to spy out the land of Canaan. His name means "God is my fortune," reflecting a reliance on divine providence.

3. Sodi
The father of Gaddiel. Not much is known about him, but his mention signifies the importance of lineage and heritage in Israelite society.

4. Spying of Canaan
This event involved twelve leaders, one from each tribe, sent by Moses to explore the Promised Land and report back on its conditions and inhabitants.

5. Canaan
The land promised by God to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It represents God's faithfulness and the fulfillment of His promises.
Teaching Points
Faith in God's Promises
Just as the tribe of Zebulun was part of the exploration of Canaan, we are called to trust in God's promises, even when the path seems uncertain.

The Importance of Leadership
Gaddiel's role as a leader highlights the responsibility and influence leaders have in guiding others according to God's will.

Heritage and Identity
Understanding our spiritual heritage can strengthen our faith and commitment to God's purposes, much like the Israelites' connection to their tribal identities.

Courage in the Face of Challenges
The mission to spy out Canaan required courage and trust in God. We too are called to face life's challenges with a reliance on God's strength.

Community and Accountability
The collective mission of the twelve tribes underscores the importance of community and accountability in pursuing God's plans.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
from the tribe
לְמַטֵּ֣ה (lə·maṭ·ṭêh)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4294: A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribe

of Zebulun,
זְבוּלֻ֔ן (zə·ḇū·lun)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2074: Zebulun -- a son of Jacob, also his descendants and their territory

Gaddiel
גַּדִּיאֵ֖ל (gad·dî·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1427: Gaddiel -- 'El is my fortune', an Israelite

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

of Sodi;
סוֹדִֽי׃ (sō·w·ḏî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5476: Sodi -- a Zebulunite


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