Numbers 32:25
New International Version
The Gadites and Reubenites said to Moses, “We your servants will do as our lord commands.

New Living Translation
Then the men of Gad and Reuben replied, “We, your servants, will follow your instructions exactly.

English Standard Version
And the people of Gad and the people of Reuben said to Moses, “Your servants will do as my lord commands.

Berean Standard Bible
The Gadites and Reubenites said to Moses, “Your servants will do just as our lord commands.

King James Bible
And the children of Gad and the children of Reuben spake unto Moses, saying, Thy servants will do as my lord commandeth.

New King James Version
And the children of Gad and the children of Reuben spoke to Moses, saying: “Your servants will do as my lord commands.

New American Standard Bible
Then the sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben spoke to Moses, saying, “Your servants will do just as my lord commands.

NASB 1995
The sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben spoke to Moses, saying, “Your servants will do just as my lord commands.

NASB 1977
And the sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben spoke to Moses, saying, “Your servants will do just as my lord commands.

Legacy Standard Bible
And the sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben spoke to Moses, saying, “Your servants will do just as my lord commands.

Amplified Bible
Then the descendants of Gad and of Reuben said to Moses, “Your servants will do just as my lord commands.

Christian Standard Bible
The Gadites and Reubenites answered Moses, “Your servants will do just as my lord commands.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The Gadites and Reubenites answered Moses, “Your servants will do just as my lord commands.

American Standard Version
And the children of Gad and the children of Reuben spake unto Moses, saying, Thy servants will do as my lord commandeth.

Contemporary English Version
The men from Reuben and Gad answered: Sir, we will do just what you have said.

English Revised Version
And the children of Gad and the children of Reuben spake unto Moses, saying, Thy servants will do as my lord commandeth.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then the tribes of Gad and Reuben said to Moses, "Sir, we will do as you command.

Good News Translation
The men of Gad and Reuben said, "Sir, we will do as you command.

International Standard Version
Then the descendants of Gad and descendants of Reuben spoke up. "Your servants will do exactly what our master has commanded." They said.

Majority Standard Bible
The Gadites and Reubenites said to Moses, “Your servants will do just as our lord commands.

NET Bible
So the Gadites and the Reubenites replied to Moses, "Your servants will do as my lord commands.

New Heart English Bible
The people of Gad and the people of Reuben spoke to Moses, saying, "Your servants will do as my lord commands.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the children of Gad and the children of Reuben spoke to Moses, saying, Thy servants will do as my lord commandeth.

World English Bible
The children of Gad and the children of Reuben spoke to Moses, saying, “Your servants will do as my lord commands.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben speak to Moses, saying, “Your servants do as my lord is commanding;

Young's Literal Translation
And the sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben speak unto Moses, saying, 'Thy servants do as my lord is commanding;

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben will speak to Moses, saying, Thy servants will do as my lord commanded.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the children of Gad and Ruben said to Moses: We are thy servants, we will do what my lord commandeth.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the sons of Gad and of Ruben said to Moses: “We are your servants, we shall do what you, our ruler, orders.

New American Bible
The Gadites and Reubenites answered Moses, “Your servants will do as my lord commands.

New Revised Standard Version
Then the Gadites and the Reubenites said to Moses, “Your servants will do as my lord commands.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the children of Reuben and the children of Gad said to Moses, Your servants will do as our lord commands.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the children of Rubil and the children of Gad said to Moshe: “Your Servants shall do as our Lord commanded.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the children of Gad and the children of Reuben spoke unto Moses, saying: 'Thy servants will do as my lord commandeth.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the sons of Ruben and the sons of Gad spoke to Moses, saying, Thy servants will do as our lord commands.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Tribes East of the Jordan
24Build cities for your little ones and folds for your flocks, but do what you have promised.” 25The Gadites and Reubenites said to Moses, “Your servants will do just as our lord commands. 26Our children, our wives, our livestock, and all our animals will remain here in the cities of Gilead.…

Cross References
Joshua 1:16-18
So they answered Joshua, “Everything you have commanded us we will do, and everywhere you send us we will go. / Just as we obeyed Moses in all things, so we will obey you. And may the LORD your God be with you, as He was with Moses. / Anyone who rebels against your order and does not obey your words, all that you command him, will be put to death. Above all, be strong and courageous!”

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 22:1-4
Then Joshua summoned the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh / and 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. / All this time you have not deserted your brothers, up to this very day, but have kept the charge given you by the LORD your God. ...

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.

Judges 5:2
“When the princes take the lead in Israel, when the people volunteer, bless the LORD.

1 Chronicles 12:32-33
From Issachar, men who understood the times and knew what Israel should do: 200 chiefs with all their kinsmen at their command. / From Zebulun: 50,000 fit for service, trained for battle with all kinds of weapons of war, who with one purpose were devoted to David.

1 Kings 20:12
Ben-hadad received this message while he and the kings were drinking in their tents, and he said to his servants, “Take your positions.” So they stationed themselves against the city.

2 Samuel 19:14
So he swayed the hearts of all the men of Judah as though they were one man, and they sent word to the king: “Return, you and all your servants.”

1 Samuel 14:7
His armor-bearer replied, “Do all that is in your heart. Go ahead; I am with you heart and soul.”

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.

Matthew 8:9
For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. I tell one to go, and he goes, and another to come, and he comes. I tell my servant to do something, and he does it.”

Luke 7:8
For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. I tell one to go, and he goes, and another to come, and he comes. I tell my servant to do something, and he does it.”

Romans 13:1-2
Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. / Consequently, whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves.

Hebrews 13:17
Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they watch over your souls as those who must give an account. To this end, allow them to lead with joy and not with grief, for that would be of no advantage to you.

Ephesians 6:5-6
Slaves, obey your earthly masters with respect and fear and sincerity of heart, just as you would obey Christ. / And do this not only to please them while they are watching, but as servants of Christ, doing the will of God from your heart.


Treasury of Scripture

And the children of Gad and the children of Reuben spoke to Moses, saying, Your servants will do as my lord commands.

Joshua 1:13,14
Remember the word which Moses the servant of the LORD commanded you, saying, The LORD your God hath given you rest, and hath given you this land…

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1. The Reubenites and Gadites ask for inheritance on the east side of Jordan
6. Moses reproves them
16. They offer him conditions with which he is content
33. Moses assigns them the land
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The sons of Gad and Reuben
This phrase identifies the two tribes of Israel, Gad and Reuben, who were among the twelve tribes descended from the sons of Jacob. Historically, these tribes were known for their large herds and flocks, which influenced their desire to settle in the fertile lands east of the Jordan River. The Hebrew root for "sons" (בְּנֵי, b'nei) emphasizes lineage and inheritance, underscoring the importance of tribal identity and continuity in ancient Israelite society. The mention of these tribes highlights their role in the narrative of the Israelites' journey to the Promised Land.

said to Moses
This phrase indicates a direct communication with Moses, the leader and prophet of Israel. Moses, whose name in Hebrew (מֹשֶׁה, Moshe) means "drawn out," was chosen by God to lead the Israelites out of Egyptian bondage. The act of speaking to Moses reflects the tribes' recognition of his authority and their willingness to engage in dialogue regarding their settlement. It also underscores the importance of seeking guidance from God-appointed leaders in decision-making processes.

Your servants
By referring to themselves as "your servants," the tribes of Gad and Reuben express humility and submission to Moses' leadership. The Hebrew word for "servant" (עֶבֶד, eved) conveys a sense of duty and loyalty. This phrase reflects a posture of respect and acknowledgment of Moses' role as God's representative. It serves as a reminder of the biblical principle of servanthood, where true leadership is characterized by humility and a willingness to serve others.

will do as my lord commands
This declaration of obedience signifies the tribes' commitment to follow Moses' instructions. The term "lord" (אָדוֹן, adon) is a title of respect, often used to denote authority and honor. The phrase "will do" (נַעֲשֶׂה, na'aseh) implies action and readiness to fulfill a promise. This commitment reflects the biblical theme of covenant faithfulness, where God's people are called to obey His commands as an expression of their trust and devotion. It serves as an inspirational reminder of the importance of aligning one's actions with divine guidance and authority.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The Gadites
בְּנֵי־ (bə·nê-)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

and Reubenites
וּבְנֵ֣י (ū·ḇə·nê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

said
וַיֹּ֤אמֶר (way·yō·mer)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

Moses,
מֹשֶׁ֖ה (mō·šeh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver

“Your servants
עֲבָדֶ֣יךָ (‘ă·ḇā·ḏe·ḵā)
Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 5650: Slave, servant

will do
יַעֲשׂ֔וּ (ya·‘ă·śū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 6213: To do, make

just as
כַּאֲשֶׁ֥ר (ka·’ă·šer)
Preposition-k | Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

our lord
אֲדֹנִ֖י (’ă·ḏō·nî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 113: Sovereign, controller

commands.
מְצַוֶּֽה׃ (mə·ṣaw·weh)
Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 6680: To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order


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