Ezekiel 48:5
New International Version
“Ephraim will have one portion; it will border the territory of Manasseh from east to west.

New Living Translation
South of Manasseh is Ephraim,

English Standard Version
Adjoining the territory of Manasseh, from the east side to the west, Ephraim, one portion.

Berean Standard Bible
Ephraim will have one portion bordering the territory of Manasseh from east to west.

Berean Literal Bible
And along the border of Manasseh, from the side of the east to the side of the west, for Ephraim one portion.

King James Bible
And by the border of Manasseh, from the east side unto the west side, a portion for Ephraim.

New King James Version
by the border of Manasseh, from the east side to the west, one section for Ephraim;

New American Standard Bible
Beside the border of Manasseh, from the east side to the west side, Ephraim, one portion.

NASB 1995
“Beside the border of Manasseh, from the east side to the west side, Ephraim, one portion.

NASB 1977
“And beside the border of Manasseh, from the east side to the west side, Ephraim, one portion.

Legacy Standard Bible
And beside the border of Manasseh, from the east side to the west side, Ephraim, one portion.

Amplified Bible
Beside the border of Manasseh, from the east side to the west side, Ephraim, one portion.

Berean Annotated Bible
Ephraim (doubly fruitful) will have one portion bordering the territory of Manasseh (causing to forget) from east to west.

Christian Standard Bible
Next to the territory of Manasseh, from the east side to the west, will be Ephraim—one portion.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Next to the territory of Manasseh, from the east side to the west, will be Ephraim—one portion.

American Standard Version
And by the border of Manasseh, from the east side unto the west side, Ephraim, one portion.

English Revised Version
And by the border of Manasseh, from the east side unto the west side; Ephraim, one portion.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
[Ephraim] will have one part of the land and border Manasseh on the south. It will extend from the eastern border to the western border.

International Standard Version
running along the border of the tribe of Manasseh from the eastern perimeter to the western perimeter, the tribe of Ephraim with one portion;

NET Bible
Next to the border of Manasseh from the east side to the west, Ephraim will have one portion.

New Heart English Bible
By the border of Manasseh, from the east side to the west side, Ephraim, one portion.

Webster's Bible Translation
And by the border of Manasseh, from the east side to the west side, a portion for Ephraim.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
Ephraim will have one portion bordering the territory of Manasseh from east to west.

World English Bible
“By the border of Manasseh, from the east side to the west side, Ephraim, one portion.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and by the border of Manasseh, from the east side to the west side, Ephraim, one [portion];

Berean Literal Bible
And along the border of Manasseh, from the side of the east to the side of the west, for Ephraim one portion.

Young's Literal Translation
and by the border of Manasseh, from the east side unto the west side, Ephraim one,

Smith's Literal Translation
And upon the bound of Manasseh from the side east even to the side of the sea, Ephraim, one.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And by the border of Manasses, from the east side even to the side of the sea, one portion for Ephraim.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And beyond the border of Manasseh, from the eastern region, even to the region of the sea, there shall be one portion for Ephraim.

New American Bible
Along the territory of Manasseh from the eastern border to the western border: Ephraim, one portion.

New Revised Standard Version
Adjoining the territory of Manasseh, from the east side to the west, Ephraim, one portion.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And by the border of Manasseh, from the east side to the west side, a portion for Reuben.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And opposite the border of Menashe from the east wind and unto the west wind of Rubil
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And by the border of Manasseh, from the east side unto the west side: Ephraim, one portion.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And from the borders of Manasse, from the eastern parts as far as the west coasts, for Ephraim, one.

Additional Translations ...



Context
The Portions for the Tribes
4Manasseh will have one portion bordering the territory of Naphtali from east to west. 5Ephraim will have one portion bordering the territory of Manasseh from east to west. 6Reuben will have one portion bordering the territory of Ephraim from east to west.…

Cross References
Ephraim will have one portion

Genesis 48:19-22
But his father refused. “I know, my son, I know!” he said. “He too shall become a people, and he too shall be great; nevertheless, his younger brother shall be greater than he, and his offspring shall become a multitude of nations.” / So that day Jacob blessed them and said: “By you shall Israel pronounce this blessing: ‘May God make you like Ephraim and Manasseh.’” So he put Ephraim before Manasseh. / Then Israel said to Joseph, “Look, I am about to die, but God will be with you and bring you back to the land of your fathers. …

Joshua 16:1-4
The allotment for the descendants of Joseph extended from the Jordan at Jericho to the waters of Jericho on the east, through the wilderness that goes up from Jericho into the hill country of Bethel. / It went on from Bethel (that is, Luz) and proceeded to the border of the Archites in Ataroth. / Then it descended westward to the border of the Japhletites as far as the border of Lower Beth-horon and on to Gezer, and it ended at the Sea. …

1 Chronicles 5:1-2
These were the sons of Reuben the firstborn of Israel. Though he was the firstborn, his birthright was given to the sons of Joseph son of Israel, because Reuben defiled his father’s bed. So he is not reckoned according to birthright. / And though Judah prevailed over his brothers and a ruler came from him, the birthright belonged to Joseph.
bordering the territory of Manasseh

Joshua 16:9
along with all the cities and villages set apart for the descendants of Ephraim within the inheritance of Manasseh.

Joshua 17:9-10
From there the border continued southward to the Brook of Kanah. There were cities belonging to Ephraim among the cities of Manasseh, but the border of Manasseh was on the north side of the brook and ended at the Sea. / Ephraim’s territory was to the south, and Manasseh’s was to the north, having the Sea as its border and adjoining Asher on the north and Issachar on the east.
from east to west.

Joshua 16:5-8
This was the territory of the descendants of Ephraim by their clans: The border of their inheritance went from Ataroth-addar in the east to Upper Beth-horon / and out toward the Sea. From Michmethath on the north it turned eastward toward Taanath-shiloh and passed by it to Janoah on the east. / From Janoah it went down to Ataroth and Naarah, and then reached Jericho and came out at the Jordan. …

Ezekiel 47:13-14
This is what the Lord GOD says: “These are the boundaries by which you are to divide the land as an inheritance among the twelve tribes of Israel; Joseph shall receive two portions. / You are to divide it equally among them. Because I swore with an uplifted hand to give it to your forefathers, this land will fall to you as an inheritance.

Numbers 34:13-15
So Moses commanded the Israelites, “Apportion this land by lot as an inheritance. The LORD has commanded that it be given to the nine and a half tribes. / For the tribes of the Reubenites and Gadites, along with the half-tribe of Manasseh, have already received their inheritance. / These two and a half tribes have received their inheritance across the Jordan from Jericho, toward the sunrise.”
Joshua 13:29-31
This is what Moses had given to the clans of the half-tribe of Manasseh, that is, to half the tribe of the descendants of Manasseh: / The territory from Mahanaim through all Bashan—all the kingdom of Og king of Bashan, including all the towns of Jair that are in Bashan, sixty cities; / half of Gilead; and Ashtaroth and Edrei, the royal cities of Og in Bashan. All this was for the clans of the descendants of Machir son of Manasseh, that is, half of the descendants of Machir.

Deuteronomy 3:12-17
So at that time we took possession of this land. To the Reubenites and Gadites I gave the land beyond Aroer along the Arnon Valley, and half the hill country of Gilead, along with its cities. / To the half-tribe of Manasseh I gave the rest of Gilead and all of Bashan, the kingdom of Og. (The entire region of Argob, the whole territory of Bashan, used to be called the land of the Rephaim.) / Jair, a descendant of Manasseh, took the whole region of Argob as far as the border of the Geshurites and Maacathites. He renamed Bashan after himself, Havvoth-jair, by which it is called to this day. …

1 Chronicles 6:78-81
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. / And from the tribe of Gad they were given Ramoth in Gilead, Mahanaim, …

Genesis 49:13
Zebulun shall dwell by the seashore and become a harbor for ships; his border shall extend to Sidon.

Joshua 19:10-16
The third lot came up for the clans of the tribe of Zebulun: The border of their inheritance stretched as far as Sarid. / It went up westward to Maralah, reached Dabbesheth, and met the brook east of Jokneam. / From Sarid it turned eastward along the border of Chisloth-tabor and went on to Daberath and up to Japhia. …

Isaiah 9:1
Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those in distress. In the past He humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future He will honor the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations:

Matthew 4:13-15
Leaving Nazareth, He went and lived in Capernaum, which is by the sea in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali, / to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: / “Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles—

2 Kings 15:29
In the days of Pekah king of Israel, Tiglath-pileser king of Assyria came and captured Ijon, Abel-beth-maacah, Janoah, Kedesh, Hazor, Gilead, and Galilee, including all the land of Naphtali, and he took the people as captives to Assyria.


Treasury of Scripture

And by the border of Manasseh, from the east side to the west side, a portion for Ephraim.

Ephraim.

Joshua 16:1-10
And the lot of the children of Joseph fell from Jordan by Jericho, unto the water of Jericho on the east, to the wilderness that goeth up from Jericho throughout mount Bethel, …

Joshua 17:8-10,14-18
Now Manasseh had the land of Tappuah: but Tappuah on the border of Manasseh belonged to the children of Ephraim; …

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Ezekiel 48
1. The portions of the twelve tribes;
8. of the sanctuary;
15. of the city and suburbs;
21. and of the prince.
23. The portions of the twelve tribes.
30. The dimensions and gates of the city.












Ephraim will have one portion

Ephraim, descended from Joseph’s younger son, receives an allotted share in the restored land. Though associated with the northern kingdom in Israel’s history, Ephraim remains fully included among the tribes receiving their inheritance.

Gen 48:19-22 But his father refused. “I know, my son, I know!”…
Jos 16:1-4 The allotment for the descendants of Joseph extended…
1Ch 5:1-2 These were the sons of Reuben the firstborn of Israel.…

bordering the territory of Manasseh

Ephraim’s territory lies beside Manasseh, Joseph’s other son. Their adjoining portions preserve the family relationship established when Jacob gave both sons tribal status in Israel.

Jos 16:9 along with all the cities and villages set apart…
Jos 17:9-10 From there the border continued southward.…

from east to west.

The allotment extends across the land in a continuous east-to-west band, showing an orderly and complete division of the Promised Land among the tribes.

Jos 16:5-8 This was the territory of the descendants of Ephraim…
Ezk 47:13-14 This is what the Lord GOD says: “These are the boundaries”…
Num 34:13-15 So Moses commanded the Israelites, “Apportion this land”…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Ephraim
One of the tribes of Israel, descended from Joseph's younger son. Ephraim often represents the northern kingdom of Israel in biblical texts.

2. Manasseh
Another tribe of Israel, descended from Joseph's elder son. Manasseh and Ephraim were both sons of Joseph and grandsons of Jacob, and they received their inheritance in the Promised Land.

3. Territory
The land allocation for the tribes of Israel as described in Ezekiel's vision. This chapter outlines the division of land among the tribes in a future restoration.

4. East to West
This phrase indicates the orientation of the land allotment, suggesting a horizontal division across the land, which is significant in the context of the orderly distribution of the land.

5. Ezekiel's Vision
The prophet Ezekiel receives a vision of the restored land of Israel, which includes the division of the land among the tribes, symbolizing God's faithfulness and the future hope for Israel.
Teaching Points
God's Faithfulness in Restoration
The allocation of land to Ephraim and Manasseh in Ezekiel's vision underscores God's commitment to His promises and the restoration of His people.

Order and Structure in God's Plan
The detailed division of land reflects God's orderly nature and His plans for His people, encouraging believers to trust in His divine order.

Significance of Heritage and Legacy
The mention of Ephraim and Manasseh highlights the importance of spiritual heritage and the legacy of faith passed down through generations.

Unity Among God's People
The proximity of Ephraim and Manasseh's territories symbolizes the unity and cooperation expected among God's people, despite historical divisions.

Hope for Future Fulfillment
Ezekiel's vision provides hope for a future where God's promises are fully realized, encouraging believers to live with an eternal perspective.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 48:5?

2. How does Ezekiel 48:5 reflect God's order in the tribal allotments?

3. What significance does the tribe of Ephraim hold in Ezekiel 48:5?

4. How does Ezekiel 48:5 connect to God's promises to Abraham's descendants?

5. How can we apply the principle of divine order from Ezekiel 48:5 today?

6. What does Ezekiel 48:5 teach about God's faithfulness to His covenant people?

7. What is the significance of Ezekiel 48:5 in the division of the land among tribes?

8. How does Ezekiel 48:5 reflect God's promise to the Israelites?

9. Why is the tribe of Ephraim not mentioned in Ezekiel 48:5?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 48?


Ezekiel 48:5 promises a precise, peaceful inheritance for Ephraim: one clearly measured strip of land, lying right beside Manasseh, stretching the full width of Israel. God’s exact wording assures that every tribe, relationship, and boundary will be set straight in His coming kingdom, displaying His unwavering covenant faithfulness and perfect order.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Ephraim
אֶפְרַ֥יִם (’ep̄·ra·yim)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 669: Ephraim -- a son of Joseph, also his descendants and their territory

will have one portion
אֶחָֽד׃ (’e·ḥāḏ)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

bordering
וְעַ֣ל ׀ (wə·‘al)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the territory
גְּב֣וּל (gə·ḇūl)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1366: A cord, a boundary, the territory inclosed

of Manasseh
מְנַשֶּׁ֗ה (mə·naš·šeh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4519: Manasseh -- 'causing to forget', a son of Joseph, also a king of Judah, also two Israelites

from east
קָדִ֛מָה (qā·ḏi·māh)
Noun - masculine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 6921: The fore, front part, the East

to
עַד־ (‘aḏ-)
Preposition
Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while

west.
יָ֖מָּה (yām·māh)
Noun - masculine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 3220: A sea, the Mediterranean Sea, large river, an artifical basin


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