Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ATS • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Machir is a significant figure in the Old Testament, known primarily as the firstborn son of Manasseh, the son of Joseph. His lineage and descendants played a crucial role in the settlement and tribal organization of Israel.Genealogy and Family Machir was the son of Manasseh, who was the firstborn of Joseph, one of the twelve sons of Jacob (Israel). Joseph's sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, were adopted by Jacob as his own, thus granting them a share in the inheritance of the tribes of Israel. Machir's mother was an Aramean concubine, as noted in 1 Chronicles 7:14: "The descendants of Manasseh: Asriel, whom his Aramean concubine bore; she bore Machir the father of Gilead." Territory and Influence Machir's descendants, known as the Machirites, were influential in the region of Gilead, east of the Jordan River. The land of Gilead was allotted to the tribe of Manasseh, and Machir's family played a pivotal role in its conquest and settlement. Numbers 32:39-40 states, "The descendants of Machir son of Manasseh went to Gilead, captured it, and drove out the Amorites who were there. So Moses gave Gilead to the Machirites, the descendants of Manasseh, and they settled there." Military Prowess The descendants of Machir were known for their military strength and valor. In the conquest of Canaan, they were instrumental in securing the land east of the Jordan. Joshua 17:1 highlights their martial capabilities: "Now this was the allotment for the tribe of Manasseh as Joseph’s firstborn: Gilead and Bashan were given to Machir the firstborn of Manasseh, the father of Gilead, because he was a man of war." Legacy and Descendants Machir's lineage continued to be significant in Israel's history. His descendants included notable figures such as Jair, who controlled numerous towns in Gilead, and Zelophehad, whose daughters famously petitioned Moses for their inheritance rights, leading to a landmark decision regarding inheritance laws for women (Numbers 27:1-11). Cultural and Historical Context The Machirites' settlement in Gilead reflects the broader narrative of Israel's conquest and settlement of the Promised Land. Their account is intertwined with themes of inheritance, tribal identity, and the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs. The Machirites' role in the conquest of Gilead underscores the importance of family lineage and divine providence in the history of Israel. Biblical References · Genesis 50:23: "Joseph saw the third generation of Ephraim’s sons. Also, the sons of Machir, the son of Manasseh, were placed on Joseph’s knees." · Numbers 26:29: "The descendants of Manasseh: through Machir, the Machirite clan (Machir was the father of Gilead); through Gilead, the Gileadite clan." · Deuteronomy 3:15: "To Machir I gave Gilead." · Judges 5:14: "From Ephraim their roots marched down into the valley, following you, Benjamin, with your peoples. From Machir came down the commanders, and from Zebulun those who carry the staff of the scribe." Machir's account is a testament to the enduring legacy of the tribes of Israel and their divinely ordained inheritance. His descendants' influence in Gilead highlights the fulfillment of God's promises and the importance of faithfulness and courage in the history of God's people. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary MachirSmith's Bible Dictionary Machir(sold).
ATS Bible Dictionary Machir1. A son of Manasseh, Genesis 50:23. His posterity were active in the conquest of Gilead, Numbers 32:39; Joshua 17:1; and in the war with Jabin and Sisera, Jud 5:14. 2. A friend of Mephibosbeth, the son of Jonathan, 2 Samuel 9:4,5. Easton's Bible Dictionary Sold. (1.) Manasseh's oldest son (Joshua 17:1), or probably his only son (see 1 Chronicles 7:14, 15; Comp. Numbers 26:29-33; Joshua 13:31). His descendants are referred to under the name of Machirites, being the offspring of Gilead (Numbers 26:29). They settled in land taken from the Amorites (Numbers 32:39, 40; Deuteronomy 3:15) by a special enactment (Numbers 36:1-3; Joshua 17:3, 4). He is once mentioned as the representative of the tribe of Manasseh east of Jordan (Judges 5:14). (2.) A descendant of the preceding, residing at Lo-debar, where he maintained Jonathan's son Mephibosheth till he was taken under the care of David (2 Samuel 9:4), and where he afterwards gave shelter to David himself when he was a fugitive (17:27). International Standard Bible Encyclopedia MACHIR; MACHIRITEma'-kir (makhir; Macheir), ma'-kir-it: Strong's Hebrew 4354. Makiri -- descendant of Machir... descendant of Machir. Transliteration: Makiri Phonetic Spelling: (maw-kee-ree') Short Definition: Machirites. ... of Machir NASB Word Usage Machirites (1). of Machir ... /hebrew/4354.htm - 6k 4353. Makir -- two Israelites Library How it is Said that Jacob Went into Egypt with Seventy-Five Souls ... David and Jonathan's Son Barzillai David's Kindness to Jonathan's Son Deborah's Song A Calm Evening, Promising a Bright Morning Women who Saved a Nation The Testament of Judah Concerning Fortitude, and Love of Money ... The Growth of the Old Testament Prophetic Histories The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus Thesaurus Machir (20 Occurrences)... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. MACHIR; MACHIRITE. ma'-kir (makhir; Macheir), ma'-kir-it: (1) The eldest son of Manasseh (Genesis 50:23). ... /m/machir.htm - 16k Makir (17 Occurrences) Machirite (1 Occurrence) Lo-debar (4 Occurrences) Lodebar (4 Occurrences) Ammiel (6 Occurrences) Machirites (2 Occurrences) Abiezer (7 Occurrences) Zeloph'ehad (8 Occurrences) Zelophehad (9 Occurrences) Resources Who was Mephibosheth? | GotQuestions.orgBible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Machir (20 Occurrences)Genesis 50:23 Numbers 26:29 Numbers 27:1 Numbers 32:39 Numbers 32:40 Numbers 36:1 Deuteronomy 3:15 Joshua 13:31 Joshua 17:1 Joshua 17:3 Judges 5:14 2 Samuel 9:4 2 Samuel 9:5 2 Samuel 17:27 1 Chronicles 2:21 1 Chronicles 2:23 1 Chronicles 7:14 1 Chronicles 7:15 1 Chronicles 7:16 1 Chronicles 7:17 Subtopics Machir: A Man of Lo-Debar Who Took Care of Jonathan's Lame Son, Mephibosheth Machir: One of the Sons of Manasseh Machir: One of the Sons of Manasseh: Certain Cities of Bashan Given To Machir: One of the Sons of Manasseh: Father of the Machirites Machir: One of the Sons of Manasseh: The Land of Gilead Allotted To Related Terms |