New International Version Ramoth and Anem, together with their pasturelands; New Living Translation Ramoth, and Anem, each with its pasturelands. English Standard Version Ramoth with its pasturelands, and Anem with its pasturelands; Berean Standard Bible Ramoth, and Anem, together with their pasturelands. Berean Literal Bible and Ramoth and its pasturelands, and Anem and its pasturelands. King James Bible And Ramoth with her suburbs, and Anem with her suburbs: New King James Version Ramoth with its common-lands, and Anem with its common-lands. New American Standard Bible Ramoth with its pasture lands, and Anem with its pasture lands; NASB 1995 and Ramoth with its pasture lands, Anem with its pasture lands; NASB 1977 and Ramoth with its pasture lands, Anem with its pasture lands; Legacy Standard Bible and Ramoth with its pasture lands, Anem with its pasture lands; Amplified Bible Ramoth and Anem with their pasture lands; Berean Annotated Bible Ramoth (heights), and Anem (fountains), together with their pasturelands. Christian Standard Bible Ramoth and its pasturelands, and Anem and its pasturelands. Holman Christian Standard Bible Ramoth and its pasturelands, and Anem and its pasturelands. American Standard Version and Ramoth with its suburbs, and Anem with its suburbs; English Revised Version and Ramoth with her suburbs, and Anem with her suburbs: GOD'S WORD® Translation Ramoth with its pastureland, and Anem with its pastureland. Good News Translation Ramoth, and Anem. International Standard Version Ramoth with its surrounding suburbs, and Anem with its surrounding suburbs. NET Bible Ramoth and its pasturelands, and Anem and its pasturelands. New Heart English Bible and Ramoth with its suburbs, and Anem with its suburbs; Webster's Bible Translation And Ramoth with its suburbs, and Anem with its suburbs: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleRamoth, and Anem, together with their pasturelands. World English Bible Ramoth with its pasture lands, and Anem with its pasture lands; Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Ramoth and its outskirts, and Anem and its outskirts; Berean Literal Bible and Ramoth and its pasturelands, and Anem and its pasturelands. Young's Literal Translation and Ramoth and its suburbs, and Anem and its suburbs; Smith's Literal Translation And Ramoth and her areas, and Anem and her areas: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleRamoth also and its suburbs, and Anem with its suburbs. Catholic Public Domain Version as well as Ramoth and its suburbs, and Anem with its suburbs; New American Bible Ramoth with its pasture lands, and Engannim with its pasture lands. New Revised Standard Version Ramoth with its pasture lands, and Anem with its pasture lands; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleElam with its suburbs; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Ilam and its hamlets. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and Ramoth with the open land about it, and Anem with the open land about it; Brenton Septuagint Translation and Ramoth, and Aenan and her suburbs. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Territories for the Levites…72From the tribe of Issachar they were given Kedesh, Daberath, 73 Ramoth, and Anem, together with their pasturelands. 74From the tribe of Asher they were given Mashal, Abdon,… Cross References Ramoth, Joshua 19:21 Remeth, En-gannim, En-haddah, and Beth-pazzez. Joshua 21:28-29 From the tribe of Issachar they were given Kishion, Daberath, / Jarmuth, and En-gannim—four cities, together with their pasturelands. and Anem, Joshua 19:17-23 The fourth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Issachar: / Their territory included Jezreel, Chesulloth, Shunem, / Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath, … Joshua 21:2-3 at Shiloh in the land of Canaan and said to them, “The LORD commanded through Moses that we be given cities in which to live, together with pasturelands for our livestock.” / So by the command of the LORD, the Israelites gave the Levites these cities and their pasturelands out of their own inheritance: together with their pasturelands. Numbers 35:2-5 “Command the Israelites to give, from the inheritance they will possess, cities for the Levites to live in and pasturelands around the cities. / The cities will be for them to live in, and the pasturelands will be for their herds, their flocks, and all their other livestock. / The pasturelands around the cities you are to give the Levites will extend a thousand cubits from the wall on every side. … Numbers 35:7-8 The total number of cities you give the Levites will be forty-eight, with their corresponding pasturelands. / The cities that you apportion from the territory of the Israelites should be given to the Levites in proportion to the inheritance of each tribe: more from a larger tribe and less from a smaller one.” Joshua 21:41-42 For the Levites, then, there were forty-eight cities in all, together with their pasturelands, within the territory of the Israelites. / Each of these cities had its own surrounding pasturelands; this was true for all the cities. 1 Chronicles 6:54-60 Now these were the territories assigned to the descendants of Aaron from the Kohathite clan for their settlements, because the first lot fell to them: / They were given Hebron in the land of Judah and its surrounding pasturelands. / But the fields and villages around the city were given to Caleb son of Jephunneh. … Numbers 35:1-8 Again the LORD spoke to Moses on the plains of Moab by the Jordan across from Jericho: / “Command the Israelites to give, from the inheritance they will possess, cities for the Levites to live in and pasturelands around the cities. / The cities will be for them to live in, and the pasturelands will be for their herds, their flocks, and all their other livestock. … Joshua 21:1-3 Now the family heads of the Levites approached Eleazar the priest, Joshua son of Nun, and the heads of the other tribes of Israel / at Shiloh in the land of Canaan and said to them, “The LORD commanded through Moses that we be given cities in which to live, together with pasturelands for our livestock.” / So by the command of the LORD, the Israelites gave the Levites these cities and their pasturelands out of their own inheritance: 1 Chronicles 6:64-66 So the Israelites gave to the Levites these cities and their pasturelands. / They assigned by lot the cities named above from the tribes of Judah, Simeon, and Benjamin. / And some of the clans of the Kohathites were given cities from the tribe of Ephraim for their territory: Joshua 21:4-8 The first lot came out for the Kohathite clans. The Levites who were descendants of Aaron the priest received thirteen cities by lot from the tribes of Judah, Simeon, and Benjamin. / The remaining descendants of Kohath received ten cities by lot from the tribes of Ephraim, Dan, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. / The descendants of Gershon received thirteen cities by lot from the tribes of Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, and the half-tribe of Manasseh in Bashan. … 1 Chronicles 6:77-81 The Merarites (the rest of the Levites) received the following: From the tribe of Zebulun they were given Rimmono and Tabor, together with their pasturelands. / From the tribe of Reuben east of the Jordan opposite Jericho they were given Bezer in the wilderness, Jahzah, / Kedemoth, and Mephaath, together with their pasturelands. … Joshua 21:9-19 From the tribes of Judah and Simeon, they designated these cities by name / to the descendants of Aaron from the Kohathite clans of the Levites, because the first lot fell to them: / They gave them Kiriath-arba (that is, Hebron), with its surrounding pasturelands, in the hill country of Judah. (Arba was the father of Anak.) … 1 Chronicles 6:61-63 To the rest of the Kohathites, ten cities were allotted from the half-tribe of Manasseh. / The Gershomites, according to their clans, were allotted thirteen cities from the tribes of Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, and Manasseh in Bashan. / The Merarites, according to their clans, were allotted twelve cities from the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and Zebulun. Joshua 21:20-26 The remaining Kohathite clans of the Levites were allotted these cities: From the tribe of Ephraim / they were given Shechem in the hill country of Ephraim (a city of refuge for the manslayer), Gezer, / Kibzaim, and Beth-horon—four cities, together with their pasturelands. … Treasury of Scripture And Ramoth with her suburbs, and Anem with her suburbs: Ramoth. Deuteronomy 4:43 Namely, Bezer in the wilderness, in the plain country, of the Reubenites; and Ramoth in Gilead, of the Gadites; and Golan in Bashan, of the Manassites. Joshua 20:8 And on the other side Jordan by Jericho eastward, they assigned Bezer in the wilderness upon the plain out of the tribe of Reuben, and Ramoth in Gilead out of the tribe of Gad, and Golan in Bashan out of the tribe of Manasseh. 1 Chronicles 6:73,80 And Ramoth with her suburbs, and Anem with her suburbs: … Anem. Jump to Previous Lands Open Outskirts Pasture Pasturelands Ramoth Suburbs TogetherJump to Next Lands Open Outskirts Pasture Pasturelands Ramoth Suburbs Together1 Chronicles 6 1. The sons of Levi.4. The line of Eleazar unto the captivity. 16. The families of Gershom, Kohath, and Merari. 49. The office of Aaron, and his line unto Ahimaaz. 54. The cities of the priests and Levites. Ramoth, Ramoth, meaning “heights” or “high places,” was assigned to the Gershonite Levites within Issachar’s territory. It was distinct from Ramoth-gilead east of the Jordan, the prominent city of refuge. Its placement among Issachar’s towns helped establish Levites throughout Israel, where they could assist in worship and instruct the people in God’s Law. Jos 19:21 Remeth, En-gannim, En-haddah, and Beth-pazzez. and Anem, Anem was another town given to the Gershonites in Issachar. The distribution of Levitical cities prevented the tribe set apart for tabernacle service from becoming isolated from the rest of Israel. Their presence among the tribes called the nation to remember that covenant faithfulness, sacrifice, and instruction in God’s word belonged at the center of daily life. Jos 19:17-23 The fourth lot came out for the clans… together with their pasturelands. The surrounding grazing lands provided for the Levites’ households and animals, since they received no tribal territory as an inheritance. God sustained those devoted to His service through the gifts and provisions of His people, teaching Israel that spiritual ministry was not to be neglected. Num 35:2-5 Command the Israelites to give, from the inheritance… Persons / Places / Events 1. Ramoth in GileadA city of refuge located in the territory of Gad, east of the Jordan River. It was designated as a Levitical city, meaning it was given to the Levites, the priestly tribe of Israel, for their dwelling and service. 2. Mahanaim Another Levitical city located in the region of Gilead. Mahanaim holds historical significance as a place where Jacob encountered angels and later became a refuge for King David during Absalom's rebellion. 3. Pasturelands These were lands surrounding the Levitical cities designated for the grazing of livestock. They were essential for the sustenance of the Levites, who did not have a territorial inheritance like the other tribes. Teaching Points God's Provision for His ServantsThe allocation of cities and pasturelands to the Levites demonstrates God's care and provision for those dedicated to His service. This reminds us of God's faithfulness in providing for our needs when we commit our lives to Him. The Importance of Spiritual Heritage The cities of refuge, including Ramoth in Gilead, symbolize God's provision of safety and justice. This reflects the spiritual refuge we find in Christ, who offers us protection and redemption. Community and Stewardship The Levites were given specific lands to manage, emphasizing the importance of stewardship. As believers, we are called to responsibly manage the resources and gifts God has entrusted to us for the benefit of His kingdom. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 6:73?2. How does 1 Chronicles 6:73 highlight the importance of designated cities for priests? 3. What role do these cities play in supporting the Levitical priesthood's ministry? 4. How does 1 Chronicles 6:73 connect to God's provision for His servants? 5. Why is it important to support those dedicated to God's work today? 6. How can we ensure our communities support spiritual leaders like in 1 Chronicles 6? 7. What is the significance of 1 Chronicles 6:73 in the genealogical record of the Levites? 8. How does 1 Chronicles 6:73 contribute to understanding the distribution of Levitical cities? 9. Why is the city of Ramoth mentioned in 1 Chronicles 6:73 important? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 6? What Does 1 Chronicles 6:73 Mean Ramoth“Ramoth” appears in the tribal territory of Issachar as one of the cities assigned to the Gershonite Levites (1 Chronicles 6:73). Joshua lists the same allocation with the variant spelling “Jarmuth” (Joshua 21:29). However spelled, it represents: • A real geographic settlement, demonstrating the concrete fulfillment of God’s earlier command that Israel provide towns for the Levites (Numbers 35:1-3). • A reminder that the Levites—tasked with teaching and worship (Deuteronomy 33:8-10)—needed a home base from which to minister. • An example of God’s orderliness: every tribe shared in supporting those who served at the tabernacle, echoing the later New-Testament principle that “the worker is worthy of his wages” (1 Timothy 5:18). Anem Chronicles places “Anem” alongside Ramoth, while the parallel in Joshua calls the same town “En-gannim” (Joshua 21:29), showing that Scripture preserves multiple accepted designations of the same site without contradiction. Key takeaways: • The differing names underline the reliability of the historical record—multiple witnesses, one truth (compare 2 Corinthians 13:1). • The inclusion of Anem reinforces how thoroughly God embedded the Levites across Israel so His word would saturate the land (2 Chronicles 17:7-9). • Both listings—Ramoth/Jarmuth and Anem/En-gannim—testify that the chronicler was not inventing history but carefully preserving it for post-exilic readers who needed assurance that God’s covenant structure still stood. Together with their pasturelands The phrase completes the thought: “Ramoth, and Anem, together with their pasturelands” (1 Chronicles 6:73). Pasturelands mattered because: • Numbers 35:2-3 required that every Levitical town be ringed by open land for their flocks, guaranteeing daily provision. • By tying physical sustenance to sacred duty, God wove worship into ordinary life (see Leviticus 25:34; Nehemiah 10:37-39). • The generous allocation urged each tribe to participate in God’s work. As Paul later tells believers to share “all good things with the one who teaches” (Galatians 6:6), Israel first modeled that pattern through these pastures. summary 1 Chronicles 6:73 records two specific Levitical towns—Ramoth and Anem—located in Issachar and endowed with pasturelands. Far from being a throwaway detail, the verse highlights God’s meticulous faithfulness: He provided real places and real resources so the Levites could fulfill real ministry. The citation of both towns, along with their supporting lands, calls contemporary readers to the same pattern of honoring God’s servants, trusting Scripture’s historical precision, and recognizing that every square mile of provision ultimately serves the worship of the Lord. Verse 73. - Ramoth; called in Joshua 21:28, 29, Jarmuth; a place of which nothing else is known, but possibly one with Remeth (Joshua 19:21). Ahem; probably the En-gannim of Joshua 19:21 and Joshua 21:29, and perhaps a contraction of the name.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Ramoth,רָאמוֹת֙ (rā·mō·wṯ) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 7216: Ramoth -- 'heights', the name of several cities in Israel and Anem, עָנֵ֖ם (‘ā·nêm) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 6046: Anem -- a city of Issachar together with וְאֶת־ (wə·’eṯ-) Conjunctive waw | Direct object marker Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case their pasturelands. מִגְרָשֶֽׁיהָ׃ (miḡ·rā·še·hā) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 4054: A suburb, the area around a, building, the margin of the sea Additonal Resources 1 Chronicles 6:73 Blue Letter Bible1 Chronicles 6:73 Bible Gateway 1 Chronicles 6:73 Bible.com 1 Chronicles 6:73 NIV |
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