This was the inheritance of the tribe of the children of Asher according to their families, these cities with their villages.
Parallel translations
- WEB This is the inheritance of the tribe of the children of Asher according to their families, these cities with their villages.
- KJV This is the inheritance of the tribe of the children of Asher according to their families, these cities with their villages.
- BSB This was the inheritance of the clans of the tribe of Asher, including these cities and their villages.
- ESV This is the inheritance of the tribe of the people of Asher according to their clans—these cities with their villages.
- NASB This was the inheritance of the tribe of the sons of Asher according to their families, these cities with their villages.
- NLT The homeland allocated to the clans of the tribe of Asher included these towns and their surrounding villages.
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Quick answer
This closing formula confirms the cities and villages as Asher's inheritance by families. It seals Asher's portion as a settled, God-given possession.
Overview
The standard summary statement marks the completion of Asher's allotment, distributed clan by clan. Repetition of this formula across the tribes builds a steady testimony to God's even-handed faithfulness. The whole land becomes a witness that the covenant-keeping Lord grants His people a secure place, prefiguring the eternal inheritance promised in Christ.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 2
- Deut 33:24–25About Asher he said, “Asher is blessed with children. Let him be acceptable to his brothers. Let him dip his foot in oil.
- Gen 49:20“Asher’s food will be rich. He will produce royal dainties.
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