Numbers 13:9
New International Version
from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti son of Raphu;

New Living Translation
Benjamin Palti son of Raphu

English Standard Version
from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu;

Berean Standard Bible
from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti son of Raphu;

King James Bible
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu.

New King James Version
from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu;

New American Standard Bible
from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu;

NASB 1995
from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu;

NASB 1977
from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu;

Legacy Standard Bible
from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu;

Amplified Bible
from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu;

Christian Standard Bible
Palti son of Raphu from the tribe of Benjamin;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Palti son of Raphu from the tribe of Benjamin;

American Standard Version
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu.

English Revised Version
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Palti, son of Raphu, from the tribe of Benjamin;

International Standard Version
From Benjamin's tribe, Raphu's son Palti;

Majority Standard Bible
from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti son of Raphu;

NET Bible
from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti son of Raphu;

New Heart English Bible
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu.

Webster's Bible Translation
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu.

World English Bible
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
for the tribe of Benjamin, Palti son of Raphu;

Young's Literal Translation
For the tribe of Benjamin, Palti son of Raphu.

Smith's Literal Translation
For the tribe of Benjamin: Palti, son of Raphu.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Phalti the son of Raphu.

Catholic Public Domain Version
from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu;

New American Bible
from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti, son of Raphu;

New Revised Standard Version
from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti son of Raphu;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
From the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Daphu.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
From the tribe of Benyamin: Palti son of Daphu.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Palti the son of Raphu.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Phalti the son of Raphu.

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Context
The Spies Explore Canaan
8from the tribe of Ephraim, Hoshea son of Nun; 9from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti son of Raphu; 10from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel son of Sodi;…

Cross References
Joshua 14:6-14
Then the sons of Judah approached Joshua at Gilgal, and Caleb son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite said to him, “You know what the LORD said to Moses the man of God at Kadesh-barnea about you and me. / I was forty years old when Moses the servant of the LORD sent me from Kadesh-barnea to spy out the land, and I brought back to him an honest report. / Although my brothers who went with me made the hearts of the people melt with fear, I remained loyal to the LORD my God. ...

Joshua 15:13-19
According to the LORD’s command to him, Joshua gave Caleb son of Jephunneh a portion among the sons of Judah—Kiriath-arba, that is, Hebron. (Arba was the forefather of Anak.) / And Caleb drove out from there the three sons of Anak—the descendants of Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak. / From there he marched against the inhabitants of Debir (formerly known as Kiriath-sepher). ...

Judges 1:12-15
And Caleb said, “To the man who strikes down Kiriath-sepher and captures it, I will give my daughter Acsah in marriage.” / So Othniel son of Caleb’s younger brother Kenaz captured the city, and Caleb gave his daughter Acsah to him in marriage. / One day Acsah came to Othniel and urged him to ask her father for a field. When she got off her donkey, Caleb asked her, “What do you desire?” ...

1 Chronicles 4:15
The sons of Caleb son of Jephunneh: Iru, Elah, and Naam. The son of Elah: Kenaz.

Deuteronomy 1:36
except Caleb son of Jephunneh. He will see it, and I will give him and his descendants the land on which he has set foot, because he followed the LORD wholeheartedly.”

Joshua 14:13-14
Then Joshua blessed Caleb son of Jephunneh and gave him Hebron as his inheritance. / Therefore Hebron belongs to Caleb son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite as an inheritance to this day, because he wholly followed the LORD, the God of Israel.

Joshua 15:13
According to the LORD’s command to him, Joshua gave Caleb son of Jephunneh a portion among the sons of Judah—Kiriath-arba, that is, Hebron. (Arba was the forefather of Anak.)

Judges 3:9-11
But when the Israelites cried out to the LORD, He raised up Othniel son of Caleb’s younger brother Kenaz as a deliverer to save them. / The Spirit of the LORD came upon him, and he became Israel’s judge and went out to war. And the LORD delivered Cushan-rishathaim king of Aram into the hand of Othniel, who prevailed against him. / So the land had rest for forty years, until Othniel son of Kenaz died.

1 Samuel 30:14
We raided the Negev of the Cherethites, the territory of Judah, and the Negev of Caleb, and we burned down Ziklag.”

1 Chronicles 2:42-49
The sons of Caleb the brother of Jerahmeel: Mesha his firstborn, who was the father of Ziph, and Mareshah his second son, who was the father of Hebron. / The sons of Hebron: Korah, Tappuah, Rekem, and Shema. / Shema was the father of Raham the father of Jorkeam, and Rekem was the father of Shammai. ...

Matthew 1:5
Salmon was the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse,

Hebrews 11:31
By faith the prostitute Rahab, because she welcomed the spies in peace, did not perish with those who were disobedient.

James 2:25
In the same way, was not even Rahab the prostitute justified by her actions when she welcomed the spies and sent them off on another route?

Matthew 10:2-4
These are the names of the twelve apostles: first Simon, called Peter, and his brother Andrew; James son of Zebedee, and his brother John; / Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; / Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus.

Luke 6:13-16
When daylight came, He called His disciples to Him and chose twelve of them, whom He also designated as apostles: / Simon, whom He named Peter, and his brother Andrew; James and John; Philip and Bartholomew; / Matthew and Thomas; James son of Alphaeus and Simon called the Zealot; ...


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from the tribe of Benjamin
The tribe of Benjamin was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Benjamin, the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel. This tribe held a significant position in Israel's history, being the tribe of King Saul, Israel's first king, and later the Apostle Paul. Benjamin's territory was strategically located between the tribes of Judah and Ephraim, which often placed it at the center of political and military events. The tribe's reputation for bravery and skill in battle is noted in several biblical accounts, such as in Judges 20. The inclusion of a representative from Benjamin in the exploration of Canaan highlights the tribe's importance and involvement in the collective mission of Israel.

Palti son of Raphu
Palti, whose name means "my deliverance" or "escape," was chosen as the representative from the tribe of Benjamin to spy out the land of Canaan. The mention of his father, Raphu, provides a genealogical link, emphasizing the importance of family lineage and heritage in Israelite society. While Palti himself does not play a prominent role in the biblical narrative beyond this account, his participation in the reconnaissance mission underscores the collective responsibility and unity among the tribes in the task of exploring the Promised Land. This mission, however, ultimately led to a pivotal moment in Israel's history, as the report brought back by the spies influenced the Israelites' faith and decision-making regarding entering Canaan.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Palti
A representative from the tribe of Benjamin, chosen to spy out the land of Canaan. His name means "my deliverance" or "my escape" in Hebrew, which is significant in understanding his role and the expectations placed upon him.

2. Tribe of Benjamin
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, known for its warriors and later for being the tribe of King Saul. The tribe's involvement in the reconnaissance mission highlights its importance among the Israelites.

3. Spying of Canaan
This event involved twelve leaders from the tribes of Israel being sent by Moses to explore the Promised Land and report back on its conditions. It was a pivotal moment in Israel's journey to the land God promised them.
Teaching Points
Faith Over Fear
The mission of the spies was to gather information, not to instill fear. Believers are called to trust in God's promises rather than be swayed by daunting circumstances.

The Role of Leadership
Palti, as a leader, had a responsibility to guide his people with integrity and faith. Christian leaders today are similarly called to lead with courage and reliance on God's guidance.

The Importance of Obedience
The failure of the majority of the spies to trust in God's promise led to dire consequences for Israel. Obedience to God's word is crucial for experiencing His blessings.

Community and Accountability
The collective decision of the spies affected the entire community of Israel. This underscores the importance of accountability and unity within the body of Christ.

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 Benjamin,
בִנְיָמִ֔ן (ḇin·yā·min)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1144: Benjamin -- 'son of the right hand', youngest son of Jacob, also the name of two other Israelites

Palti
פַּלְטִ֖י (pal·ṭî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6406: Palti -- 'escape', two Israelites

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

of Raphu;
רָפֽוּא׃ (rā·p̄ū)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7505: Raphu -- 'cured', a Benjamite


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