Topical Encyclopedia The Tribe of Manasseh, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, holds a significant place in biblical history. Named after Manasseh, the firstborn son of Joseph and Asenath, the tribe was one of the two half-tribes that descended from Joseph, the other being Ephraim. The land allotted to Manasseh was extensive, with portions on both sides of the Jordan River, reflecting the tribe's considerable size and influence.During the reign of Jotham, the son of Uzziah and king of Judah, the Tribe of Manasseh continued to play a vital role in the history of Israel. Jotham's reign is noted for his efforts to fortify the kingdom and maintain the worship of Yahweh, as recorded in 2 Chronicles 27:6, "So Jotham grew powerful because he ordered his ways before the LORD his God" . Remarkable Persons: 1. Jair: A notable figure from the Tribe of Manasseh, Jair was a judge of Israel who is mentioned in the Book of Judges. He is recognized for his leadership and governance over Israel for twenty-two years. Judges 10:3-4 states, "After him, Jair the Gileadite arose and judged Israel twenty-two years. He had thirty sons who rode on thirty donkeys, and they had thirty towns in the land of Gilead, which are called Havvoth-jair to this day" . Jair's legacy is marked by the establishment of these towns, which underscored the tribe's influence east of the Jordan. 2. Machir: As the firstborn son of Manasseh, Machir is often associated with the eastern half of the tribe. His descendants were known as the Machirites, who played a significant role in the conquest and settlement of the land. Numbers 32:39-40 records, "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 clan of Machir son of Manasseh, and they settled there" . Machir's lineage was instrumental in securing and maintaining the territory east of the Jordan. 3. Gideon: Although not directly from the tribe of Manasseh, Gideon, also known as Jerubbaal, was a member of the Abiezrite clan within Manasseh. He is one of the most prominent judges of Israel, renowned for his faith and military prowess. Judges 6:15 highlights his initial hesitance, "But Gideon replied, 'Please, Lord, how can I save Israel? Indeed, my clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the youngest in my father’s house'" . Despite his humble beginnings, Gideon led a small force to a miraculous victory over the Midianites, demonstrating God's power and favor upon the tribe. The Tribe of Manasseh, through these remarkable individuals, contributed significantly to the spiritual and political landscape of Israel during the time of Jotham. Their accounts reflect the tribe's enduring legacy and the fulfillment of God's promises to the descendants of Joseph. Torrey's Topical Textbook Judges 9:5,7,21And he went to his father's house at Ophrah, and slew his brothers the sons of Jerubbaal, being three score and ten persons, on one stone: notwithstanding yet Jotham the youngest son of Jerubbaal was left; for he hid himself. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus The Assumption of Moses An Exposition on the First Ten Chapters of Genesis, and Part of ... 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