Numbers 26:31
New International Version
through Asriel, the Asrielite clan; through Shechem, the Shechemite clan;

New Living Translation
The Asrielites, named after their ancestor Asriel. The Shechemites, named after their ancestor Shechem.

English Standard Version
and of Asriel, the clan of the Asrielites; and of Shechem, the clan of the Shechemites;

Berean Standard Bible
the Asrielite clan from Asriel, the Shechemite clan from Shechem,

King James Bible
And of Asriel, the family of the Asrielites: and of Shechem, the family of the Shechemites:

New King James Version
of Asriel, the family of the Asrielites; of Shechem, the family of the Shechemites;

New American Standard Bible
and of Asriel, the family of the Asrielites; and of Shechem, the family of the Shechemites;

NASB 1995
and of Asriel, the family of the Asrielites; and of Shechem, the family of the Shechemites;

NASB 1977
and of Asriel, the family of the Asrielites; and of Shechem, the family of the Shechemites;

Legacy Standard Bible
and of Asriel, the family of the Asrielites; and of Shechem, the family of the Shechemites;

Amplified Bible
of Asriel, the family of the Asrielites; of Shechem, the family of the Shechemites;

Christian Standard Bible
the Asrielite clan from Asriel; the Shechemite clan from Shechem;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
the Asrielite clan from Asriel; the Shechemite clan from Shechem;

American Standard Version
and of Asriel, the family of the Asrielites; and of Shechem, the family of the Shechemites;

English Revised Version
and of Asriel, the family of the Asrielites: and of Shechem, the family of the Shechemites:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
the family of Asriel, the family of Shechem,

Good News Translation
Asriel, Shechem,

International Standard Version
from Asriel, the family of the descendants of Asriel; from Shechem, the family of the descendants of Shechem;

Majority Standard Bible
the Asrielite clan from Asriel, the Shechemite clan from Shechem,

NET Bible
from Asriel, the family of the Asrielites; from Shechem, the family of the Shechemites;

New Heart English Bible
and Asriel, the family of the Asrielites; and Shechem, the family of the Shechemites;

Webster's Bible Translation
And of Asriel, the family of the Asrielites: and of Shechem, the family of the Shechemites:

World English Bible
and Asriel, the family of the Asrielites; and Shechem, the family of the Shechemites;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and of Asriel the family of the Asrielite; and of Shechem the family of the Shechemite;

Young's Literal Translation
and of Asriel the family of the Asrielite; and of Shechem the family of the Shechemite;

Smith's Literal Translation
And Asriel, the families of the Asrielites; and Shechem, the families of the Shechemites.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Asriel, of whom is the family of the Asrielites: and Sechem, of whom is the family of the Sechemites:

Catholic Public Domain Version
and Asriel, from whom is the family of the Asrielites; and Shechem, from whom is the family of the Shechemites;

New American Bible
through Asriel, the clan of the Asrielites; through Shechem, the clan of the Shechemites;

New Revised Standard Version
and of Asriel, the clan of the Asrielites; and of Shechem, the clan of the Shechemites;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And of Ashdael, the family of the Ashdaelites; and of Shechem, the family of the Shechemites;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Ashdayel, the family of Ashdayel: Shekim, the family of Shekim:
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and of Asriel, the family of the Asrielites; and of Shechem, the family of the Shechemites;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
To Esriel, the family of the Esrielites; to Sychem, the family of the Sychemites.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Tribe of Manasseh
30These were the descendants of Gilead: the Iezerite clan from Iezer, the Helekite clan from Helek, 31the Asrielite clan from Asriel, the Shechemite clan from Shechem, 32the Shemidaite clan from Shemida, and the Hepherite clan from Hepher.…

Cross References
Genesis 46:16
The sons of Gad: Ziphion, Haggi, Shuni, Ezbon, Eri, Arodi, and Areli.

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.

Joshua 19:10-16
The third lot came up for the clans of the tribe of Zebulun: The border of their inheritance stretched as far as Sarid. / It went up westward to Maralah, reached Dabbesheth, and met the brook east of Jokneam. / From Sarid it turned eastward along the border of Chisloth-tabor and went on to Daberath and up to Japhia. ...

Judges 5:17
Gilead remained beyond the Jordan. Dan, why did you linger by the ships? Asher stayed at the coast and remained in his harbors.

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.”

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 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—

John 1:44-45
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.”

Mark 6:53
When they had crossed over, they landed at Gennesaret and moored the boat.

Luke 5:1-3
On one occasion, while Jesus was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret with the crowd pressing in on Him to hear the word of God, / He saw two boats at the edge of the lake. The fishermen had left them and were washing their nets. / Jesus got into the boat belonging to Simon and asked him to put out a little from shore. And sitting down, He taught the people from the boat.

Matthew 15:29-31
Moving on from there, Jesus went along the Sea of Galilee. Then He went up on a mountain and sat down. / Large crowds came to Him, bringing the lame, the blind, the crippled, the mute, and many others, and laid them at His feet, and He healed them. / The crowd was amazed when they saw the mute speaking, the crippled restored, the lame walking, and the blind seeing. And they glorified the God of Israel.

John 6:1-3
After this, Jesus crossed to the other side of the Sea of Galilee (that is, the Sea of Tiberias). / A large crowd followed Him because they saw the signs He was performing on the sick. / Then Jesus went up on the mountain and sat down with His disciples.


Treasury of Scripture

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Asriel
The name "Asriel" is derived from the Hebrew root "Asar," meaning "to bind" or "to tie." In the context of the Israelite tribes, Asriel represents a binding together of family and community, emphasizing the importance of unity and collective identity in the people of God. Historically, Asriel is recognized as a descendant of Manasseh, one of Joseph's sons, which ties him to the broader narrative of God's promise to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. This lineage underscores the fulfillment of God's covenant and the continuity of His faithfulness through generations.

the Asrielite clan
The phrase "the Asrielite clan" refers to the descendants of Asriel, highlighting the tribal structure that was central to Israelite society. Clans were sub-divisions within tribes, serving as foundational units for social, military, and religious organization. This structure ensured that each family had a place and role within the larger community, reflecting the order and purpose God intended for His people. The Asrielite clan, like others, would have had its own leaders and responsibilities, contributing to the collective strength and identity of the tribe of Manasseh.

Shechem
"Shechem" is a name of significant historical and spiritual importance in the Bible. It is both a personal name and a geographical location. The name itself means "shoulder" or "ridge," symbolizing strength and support. Shechem, the person, is a descendant of Manasseh, and his name is carried by his clan. The city of Shechem, located in the hill country of Ephraim, was a major center in Israel's history, serving as a place of covenant renewal and decision-making. It was here that Joshua gathered the tribes to renew their commitment to the Lord (Joshua 24). The dual significance of Shechem as both a person and a place underscores the interconnectedness of personal legacy and communal heritage in the biblical narrative.

the Shechemite clan
The "Shechemite clan" refers to the descendants of Shechem, emphasizing the importance of family lineage and heritage in the Israelite community. Clans like the Shechemites played crucial roles in maintaining the social and religious fabric of Israel. They were responsible for preserving traditions, teaching the next generation, and upholding the covenant with God. The mention of the Shechemite clan in this census reflects the ongoing fulfillment of God's promise to multiply Abraham's descendants and establish them in the land He had given them. It serves as a reminder of the enduring legacy of faith and obedience that each clan was called to uphold.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the Asrielite
הָֽאַשְׂרִֽאֵלִ֑י (hā·’aś·ri·’ê·lî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 845: Asrielites -- descendants of Asriel

clan
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת (miš·pa·ḥaṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4940: A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people

from Asriel,
וְאַ֨שְׂרִיאֵ֔ל (wə·’aś·rî·’êl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 844: Asriel -- a Manassite

the Shechemite
הַשִּׁכְמִֽי׃ (haš·šiḵ·mî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7930: Shechemites -- a Shikmite

clan
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת (miš·pa·ḥaṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4940: A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people

from Shechem,
וְשֶׁ֕כֶם (wə·še·ḵem)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7928: Shechem -- a man of Manasseh


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