Topical Bible: Makir

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Introduction:
Makir is a significant figure in the Old Testament, known as the firstborn son of Manasseh, who was the son of Joseph and Asenath. Makir's lineage and descendants played a crucial role in the settlement and military history of the Israelites, particularly in the region east of the Jordan River.

Genealogy and Family:
Makir was the son of Manasseh, the eldest son of Joseph, one of the twelve patriarchs of Israel. Joseph's wife, Asenath, was an Egyptian, making Makir part of the half-tribe of Manasseh. Makir's descendants are often referred to as the "Makirites." He had a son named Gilead, who became the progenitor of the Gileadites, a prominent clan within the tribe of Manasseh.

Territorial Inheritance:
The descendants of Makir were granted a significant portion of land on the east side of the Jordan River. This territory included the region of Gilead, which was known for its fertile land and strategic location. The allocation of this land is detailed in the Book of Numbers: "The descendants of Makir son of Manasseh went to Gilead, captured it, and drove out the Amorites who were there. So Moses gave Gilead to the Makirites, the descendants of Manasseh, and they settled there" (Numbers 32:39-40).

Military Prowess:
Makir's descendants were noted for their military strength and valor. The tribe of Manasseh, particularly the Makirites, played a vital role in the conquest of Canaan under Joshua's leadership. Their prowess is highlighted in the Book of Joshua: "But the descendants of Manasseh were not able to occupy these cities, for the Canaanites were determined to live in that land. However, when the Israelites grew stronger, they subjected the Canaanites to forced labor but did not drive them out completely" (Joshua 17:12-13).

Cultural and Historical Significance:
The Makirites were influential in the cultural and historical development of the Israelite tribes. Their settlement in Gilead contributed to the region's reputation for producing skilled warriors and leaders. The Gileadites, descendants of Makir, are mentioned in various biblical narratives, including the account of Jephthah, a judge of Israel who hailed from Gilead (Judges 11:1).

Legacy:
Makir's legacy is preserved through his descendants and their contributions to the history of Israel. The tribe of Manasseh, particularly the Makirites, maintained a distinct identity and played a crucial role in the defense and expansion of Israelite territory. Their account is a testament to the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs and the enduring legacy of the tribes of Israel.

Strong's Hebrew

4353. Makir -- two Israelites
... 4352, 4353. Makir. 4354 . two Israelites. Transliteration: Makir Phonetic Spelling:
(maw-keer') Short Definition: Machir. ... 4352, 4353. Makir. 4354 . ...
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4354. Makiri -- descendant of Machir
... Word Origin from Makir Definition desc. of Machir NASB Word Usage Machirites (1). ...
Patronymical from Makiyr; a Makirite or descend. Of Makir -- of Machir. ...
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Makir (17 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Makir (17 Occurrences). Genesis 50:23 Joseph saw
Ephraim's children to the third generation. The children ...
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Makirite (1 Occurrence)

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Makir (17 Occurrences)

Genesis 50:23
Joseph saw Ephraim's children to the third generation. The children also of Machir, the son of Manasseh, were born on Joseph's knees.
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Numbers 26:29
The sons of Manasseh: of Machir, the family of the Machirites; and Machir became the father of Gilead; of Gilead, the family of the Gileadites.
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Numbers 27:1
Then drew near the daughters of Zelophehad, the son of Hepher, the son of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh, of the families of Manasseh the son of Joseph; and these are the names of his daughters: Mahlah, Noah, and Hoglah, and Milcah, and Tirzah.
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Numbers 32:39
The children of Machir the son of Manasseh went to Gilead, and took it, and dispossessed the Amorites who were therein.
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Numbers 36:1
The heads of the fathers' houses of the family of the children of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh, of the families of the sons of Joseph, came near, and spoke before Moses, and before the princes, the heads of the fathers' houses of the children of Israel:
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Deuteronomy 3:15
I gave Gilead to Machir.
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Joshua 13:31
Half Gilead, Ashtaroth, and Edrei, the cities of the kingdom of Og in Bashan, were for the children of Machir the son of Manasseh, even for the half of the children of Machir according to their families.
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Joshua 17:1
This was the lot for the tribe of Manasseh, for he was the firstborn of Joseph. As for Machir the firstborn of Manasseh, the father of Gilead, because he was a man of war, therefore he had Gilead and Bashan.
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Joshua 17:3
But Zelophehad, the son of Hepher, the son of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh, had no sons, but daughters: and these are the names of his daughters: Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Tirzah.
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Judges 5:14
Those whose root is in Amalek came out of Ephraim, after you, Benjamin, among your peoples. Governors come down out of Machir. Those who handle the marshal's staff came out of Zebulun.
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2 Samuel 9:4
The king said to him, "Where is he?" Ziba said to the king, "Behold, he is in the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, in Lo Debar."
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2 Samuel 9:5
Then king David sent, and fetched him out of the house of Machir the son of Ammiel, from Lo Debar.
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2 Samuel 17:27
It happened, when David was come to Mahanaim, that Shobi the son of Nahash of Rabbah of the children of Ammon, and Machir the son of Ammiel of Lodebar, and Barzillai the Gileadite of Rogelim,
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1 Chronicles 2:21
Afterward Hezron went in to the daughter of Machir the father of Gilead, whom he took as wife when he was sixty years old; and she bore him Segub.
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1 Chronicles 2:23
Geshur and Aram took the towns of Jair from them, with Kenath, and its villages, even sixty cities. All these were the sons of Machir the father of Gilead.
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1 Chronicles 7:14
The sons of Manasseh: Asriel, whom his concubine the Aramitess bore: she bore Machir the father of Gilead:
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1 Chronicles 7:17
The sons of Ulam: Bedan. These were the sons of Gilead the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh.
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Makir (17 Occurrences)

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