Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites conquered them. And Moses the servant of the LORD gave their land to the Reubenites, the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh to be their possession. New Living Translation Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites had destroyed the people of King Sihon and King Og. And Moses gave their land as a possession to the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. English Standard Version Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the people of Israel defeated them. And Moses the servant of the LORD gave their land for a possession to the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh. Berean Standard Bible Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites had struck them down and given their land as an inheritance to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. King James Bible Them did Moses the servant of the LORD and the children of Israel smite: and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it for a possession unto the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh. New King James Version These Moses the servant of the LORD and the children of Israel had conquered; and Moses the servant of the LORD had given it as a possession to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh. New American Standard Bible Moses the servant of the LORD and the sons of Israel defeated them; and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh as a possession. NASB 1995 Moses the servant of the LORD and the sons of Israel defeated them; and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it to the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh as a possession. NASB 1977 Moses the servant of the LORD and the sons of Israel defeated them; and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it to the Reubenites and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh as a possession. Legacy Standard Bible Moses the servant of Yahweh and the sons of Israel struck them down; and Moses the servant of Yahweh gave it to the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh as a possession. Amplified Bible Moses the servant of the LORD and the sons of Israel defeated them; and Moses the servant of the LORD gave their land as a possession to the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh. Christian Standard Bible Moses the LORD’s servant and the Israelites struck them down. And Moses the LORD’s servant gave their land as an inheritance to the Reubenites, Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh. Holman Christian Standard Bible Moses the LORD’s servant and the Israelites struck them down. And Moses the LORD’s servant gave their land as an inheritance to the Reubenites, Gadites, and half the tribe of Manasseh. American Standard Version Moses the servant of Jehovah and the children of Israel smote them: and Moses the servant of Jehovah gave it for a possession unto the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. Contemporary English Version Moses, the LORD's servant, had led the people of Israel in defeating Sihon and Og. Then Moses gave their land to the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and East Manasseh. English Revised Version Moses the servant of the LORD and the children of Israel smote them: and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it for a possession unto the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh. GOD'S WORD® Translation The LORD's servant Moses and the people of Israel defeated them. Then he gave their land as a possession to the tribes of Reuben and Gad and half of the tribe of Manasseh. Good News Translation These two kings were defeated by Moses and the people of Israel. Moses, the LORD's servant, gave their land to the tribes of Reuben and Gad and to half the tribe of Manasseh, to be their possession. International Standard Version Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelis defeated them. Then Moses, the servant of the LORD, gave it to the descendants of Reuben, the descendants of Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh as their inheritance. NET Bible Moses the LORD's servant and the Israelites defeated them and Moses the LORD's servant assigned their land to Reuben, Gad, and the half tribe of Manasseh. New Heart English Bible Moses the servant of the LORD and the children of Israel struck them. Moses the servant of the LORD gave it for a possession to the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. Webster's Bible Translation Them did Moses the servant of the LORD, and the children of Israel smite: and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it for a possession to the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleMoses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites had struck them down and given their land as an inheritance to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. World English Bible Moses the servant of Yahweh and the children of Israel struck them. Moses the servant of Yahweh gave it for a possession to the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionMoses, servant of YHWH, and the sons of Israel have struck them, and Moses, servant of YHWH, gives it—a possession to the Reubenite, and to the Gadite, and to the half of the tribe of Manasseh. Young's Literal Translation Moses, servant of Jehovah, and the sons of Israel have smitten them, and Moses, servant of Jehovah, giveth it -- a possession to the Reubenite, and to the Gadite, and to the half of the tribe of Manasseh. Smith's Literal Translation Moses the servant of Jehovah, and the sons of Israel, smote them: and Moses the servant of Jehovah will give it a possession to the Reubenites, and to the Gadites, and to half the tribe of Manasseh. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleMoses the servant of the Lord, and the children of Israel slew them, and Moses delivered their land in possession to the Rubenites, and Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasses. Catholic Public Domain Version Moses, the servant of the Lord, and the sons of Israel struck them down. And Moses delivered their land into the possession of the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the one half tribe of Manasseh. New American Bible It was Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites who conquered them; Moses, the servant of the LORD, gave possession of their land to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. New Revised Standard Version Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites defeated them; and Moses the servant of the LORD gave their land for a possession to the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half-tribe of Manasseh. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWhom Moses the servant of the LORD slew, and gave his land for a possession to the Reubenites and the Gadites and the half tribe of Manasseh. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Whom Moshe the Servant of LORD JEHOVAH killed, and he gave it an inheritance to Rubil and to Gad and to half of the tribe of Menasheh OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Moses the servant of the LORD and the children of Israel smote them; and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it for a possession unto the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. Brenton Septuagint Translation Moses the servant of the Lord and the children of Israel smote them; and Moses gave them by way of inheritance to Ruben, and Gad, and to the half tribe of Manasse. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Kings Defeated East of the Jordan…5He ruled over Mount Hermon, Salecah, all of Bashan up to the border of the Geshurites and Maacathites, and half of Gilead to the border of Sihon king of Heshbon. 6Moses, the servant of the LORD, and the Israelites had struck them down and given their land as an inheritance to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. Cross References Numbers 21:24-35 And Israel put him to the sword and took possession of his land, from the Arnon to the Jabbok—but only up to the border of the Ammonites, because it was fortified. / Israel captured all the cities of the Amorites and occupied them, including Heshbon and all its villages. / Heshbon was the city of Sihon king of the Amorites, who had fought against the former king of Moab and taken all his land as far as the Arnon. ... Deuteronomy 2:31-36 Then the LORD said to me, “See, I have begun to deliver Sihon and his land over to you. Now begin to conquer and possess his land.” / So Sihon and his whole army came out for battle against us at Jahaz. / And the LORD our God delivered him over to us, and we defeated him and his sons and his whole army. ... Deuteronomy 3:1-11 Then we turned and went up the road to Bashan, and Og king of Bashan and his whole army came out to meet us in battle at Edrei. / But the LORD said to me, “Do not fear him, for I have delivered him into your hand, along with all his people and his land. Do to him as you did to Sihon king of the Amorites, who lived in Heshbon.” / So the LORD our God also delivered Og king of Bashan and his whole army into our hands. We struck them down until no survivor was left. ... Numbers 32:33 So Moses gave to the Gadites, to the Reubenites, and to the half-tribe of Manasseh son of Joseph the kingdom of Sihon king of the Amorites and the kingdom of Og king of Bashan—the land including its cities and the territory surrounding them. Deuteronomy 29:7-8 When you reached this place, Sihon king of Heshbon and Og king of Bashan came out against us in battle, but we defeated them. / We took their land and gave it as an inheritance to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. Deuteronomy 31:4 And the LORD will do to them as He did to Sihon and Og, the kings of the Amorites, when He destroyed them along with their land. Psalm 135:10-12 He struck down many nations and slaughtered mighty kings: / Sihon king of the Amorites, Og king of Bashan, and all the kings of Canaan. / He gave their land as an inheritance, as a heritage to His people Israel. Psalm 136:17-22 He struck down great kings His loving devotion endures forever. / and slaughtered mighty kings—His loving devotion endures forever. / Sihon king of the Amorites His loving devotion endures forever. ... Nehemiah 9:22 You gave them kingdoms and peoples and allotted to them every corner of the land. So they took the land of Sihon king of Heshbon and of Og king of Bashan. Judges 11:21-23 Then the LORD, the God of Israel, delivered Sihon and all his people into the hand of Israel, who defeated them. So Israel took possession of all the land of the Amorites who inhabited that country, / seizing all the land from the Arnon to the Jabbok and from the wilderness to the Jordan. / Now since the LORD, the God of Israel, has driven out the Amorites from before His people Israel, should you now possess it? 1 Chronicles 5:18-22 The Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh had 44,760 warriors—valiant men who carried the shield and sword, drew the bow, and were trained for battle. / They waged war against the Hagrites, as well as Jetur, Naphish, and Nodab. / And because they cried out to God in battle, they were helped against their enemies, and the Hagrites and all their allies were delivered into their hands. Because they put their trust in God, He answered their prayers. ... Acts 13:19 And having vanquished seven nations in Canaan, He gave their land to His people as an inheritance. Hebrews 11:30-31 By faith the walls of Jericho fell, after the people had marched around them for seven days. / By faith the prostitute Rahab, because she welcomed the spies in peace, did not perish with those who were disobedient. Romans 8:37 No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. 1 Corinthians 15:57 But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ! Treasury of Scripture Them did Moses the servant of the LORD and the children of Israel smite: and Moses the servant of the LORD gave it for a possession to the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh. did Moses Numbers 21:24-35 And Israel smote him with the edge of the sword, and possessed his land from Arnon unto Jabbok, even unto the children of Ammon: for the border of the children of Ammon was strong… gave it Joshua 13:8-32 With whom the Reubenites and the Gadites have received their inheritance, which Moses gave them, beyond Jordan eastward, even as Moses the servant of the LORD gave them; … Luke 22:29-42 And I appoint unto you a kingdom, as my Father hath appointed unto me; … Deuteronomy 3:11-17 For only Og king of Bashan remained of the remnant of giants; behold, his bedstead was a bedstead of iron; is it not in Rabbath of the children of Ammon? nine cubits was the length thereof, and four cubits the breadth of it, after the cubit of a man… Jump to Previous Children Conquered Defeated Half Half-Tribe Heritage Israel Israelites Manasseh Manas'seh Moses Overcame Possession Reubenite Reubenites Servant Smite Smitten Smote Struck TribeJump to Next Children Conquered Defeated Half Half-Tribe Heritage Israel Israelites Manasseh Manas'seh Moses Overcame Possession Reubenite Reubenites Servant Smite Smitten Smote Struck TribeJoshua 12 1. The two kings whose countries Moses took and disposed of7. The thirty-one kings on the other side of Jordan which Joshua smote Moses, the servant of the LORD Moses is consistently referred to as the "servant of the LORD," highlighting his role as a faithful leader and prophet. This title underscores his obedience and dedication to God's commands. Moses' leadership is pivotal in the history of Israel, as he led the Israelites out of Egypt and through the wilderness. His role as a servant is a type of Christ, who is the ultimate Servant of the Lord, fulfilling God's will perfectly. and the Israelites had struck them down and given their land as an inheritance to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe servant of the LORD who led the Israelites out of Egypt and through the wilderness. He was instrumental in defeating the kings east of the Jordan and allocating their lands to the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. 2. The Israelites The chosen people of God, descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who were led by Moses and later Joshua into the Promised Land. 3. Reubenites, Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh These tribes received their inheritance on the east side of the Jordan River, as allocated by Moses. 4. The Land East of the Jordan This region was conquered by Moses and the Israelites and included territories of defeated kings such as Sihon and Og. 5. The LORD The covenant-keeping God of Israel, who guided and empowered Moses and the Israelites in their conquests and settlements. Teaching Points Faithfulness in LeadershipMoses is repeatedly referred to as "the servant of the LORD," highlighting the importance of faithful service to God in leadership roles. Leaders today are called to serve with integrity and obedience to God's commands. Inheritance and Promise The allocation of land to the tribes east of the Jordan is a fulfillment of God's promises. Believers can trust in God's faithfulness to fulfill His promises in their lives. Unity and Cooperation The tribes of Reuben, Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh cooperated with the rest of Israel in the conquest of Canaan, demonstrating the importance of unity and cooperation among God's people. God's Sovereignty in Conquest The victories over the kings east of the Jordan were attributed to God's power and guidance. Believers are reminded of God's sovereignty in their battles and challenges. Legacy of Obedience Moses' actions set a precedent for future generations. Our obedience to God can leave a lasting legacy for those who come after us. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Joshua 12:6?2. How does Joshua 12:6 demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises? 3. What leadership qualities of Moses and Joshua can we apply today? 4. How does Joshua 12:6 connect to God's covenant with Abraham? 5. In what ways can we trust God's guidance in our personal battles? 6. How does the conquest in Joshua 12:6 reflect spiritual victory in Christ? 7. How does Joshua 12:6 reflect God's justice in the conquest of Canaan? 8. What archaeological evidence supports the events described in Joshua 12:6? 9. How does Joshua 12:6 align with the concept of divine warfare? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Joshua 12? 11. What is the significance of the Tribe of Gad? 12. Joshua 17:12: Why couldn't Manasseh drive out the Canaanites if God had already promised total victory? 13. How do we reconcile the building of a separate altar in Joshua 22:10 with earlier commands to worship at one central sanctuary? 14. Job 34:12 - Elihu insists God always acts justly; how does this align with texts describing God commanding destruction (e.g., Joshua 6)? What Does Joshua 12:6 Mean Moses• God appointed Moses to lead Israel out of Egypt and up to the eastern edge of the Jordan (Exodus 3:10; Deuteronomy 34:1). • Joshua 12:6 reminds readers that the victories being cataloged in this chapter began under Moses’ leadership, underscoring continuity between Moses and Joshua (Joshua 1:1-2). • This linkage confirms that God’s purposes do not stall when one leader dies; the mission moves forward through faithful successors (Numbers 27:18-23). the servant of the LORD • Scripture repeatedly calls Moses “the servant of the LORD,” highlighting his obedience and God-given authority (Deuteronomy 34:5; Psalm 105:26). • The phrase stresses that every triumph was the LORD’s work accomplished through His servant, not mere human achievement (Exodus 14:31). • Joshua later receives the same title (Joshua 24:29), showing that true leadership is defined by submission to God. and the Israelites • The whole nation participated in these campaigns (Numbers 21:24, 35). • Obedient unity was essential; when Israel followed God together, enemies fell before them (Deuteronomy 1:30-31). • Their involvement models corporate faithfulness: victories come when God’s people act in step with His commands. had struck them down • “Them” refers to Sihon king of the Amorites and Og king of Bashan (Numbers 21:21-35; Deuteronomy 3:1-6). • These conquests were miraculous, given the size of Og’s forces and fortified cities (Deuteronomy 3:5-11). • The events proved God’s promise in Genesis 15:18-21 that Israel would dispossess powerful nations. and given their land • The conquered territory lay east of the Jordan—Gilead and Bashan (Deuteronomy 3:12-17). • God is the true owner of the land; He can “give” it to whomever He wills (Leviticus 25:23; Psalm 24:1). • By granting this land, He demonstrated both justice (judging wicked kings) and mercy (providing for His people). as an inheritance • “Inheritance” signals permanence; the land was a lasting possession tied to covenant promise (Deuteronomy 19:14). • Israel did nothing to earn it; the gift flowed from God’s faithfulness to Abraham (Genesis 17:8; Deuteronomy 6:10-12). • Future generations were to remember that their security rested on God’s unchanging word. to the Reubenites • Reuben saw the pasturelands of Gilead and asked for this territory (Numbers 32:1-5). • Moses granted the request on the condition that Reuben’s warriors help conquer Canaan west of the Jordan (Numbers 32:20-22). • Their inheritance illustrates how God accommodates legitimate desires while still requiring obedience. the Gadites • Gad joined Reuben in seeking the eastern land (Numbers 32:16-19). • They built fortified cities to protect families while fighting alongside their brethren (Joshua 4:12-13). • Gad’s story highlights the balance of caring for immediate needs and honoring collective responsibilities. and the half-tribe of Manasseh • Descendants of Machir, Manasseh’s firstborn, excelled in battle and received Bashan (Numbers 32:33; Deuteronomy 3:13-15). • Splitting Manasseh between east and west Jordan showed God’s flexibility in distribution while keeping tribal identity intact (Joshua 13:29-31; 17:1-6). • Their allotment reached up to Mount Hermon, displaying the breadth of God’s provision. summary Joshua 12:6 recounts that under Moses—God’s faithful servant—the Israelites decisively defeated Sihon and Og and received their territory east of the Jordan. This land became a permanent inheritance for Reuben, Gad, and half of Manasseh, demonstrating God’s power, covenant faithfulness, and orderly provision for His people. The verse links Moses’ era with Joshua’s ongoing conquest, assuring readers that the LORD who gave victories then continues to fulfill every promise today. Verse 6. - Moses, the servant of the Lord, gave. Theodoret makes the tribes which received their inheritance through Moses the types of the believing Jews, and those who received it through Jesus (Joshua) the types of the believing Gentiles. Reuben, Gad, and Manasseh were the first born of their respective mothers, and were thus types of the Jews, who were God's firstborn. As they passed over armed before their brethren, so we received the good tidings of salvation from the lips of Jews. This is a characteristic specimen of the allegorical interpretation of the early fathers. But it will be observed that the children of Bilhah, who might have been selected more naturally than those of Zilpah, are entirely omitted.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Moses,מֹשֶׁ֧ה (mō·šeh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver the servant עֶֽבֶד־ (‘e·ḇeḏ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5650: Slave, servant of the LORD, יְהוָ֛ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3069: YHWH and the Israelites וּבְנֵ֥י (ū·ḇə·nê) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son had struck them down הִכּ֑וּם (hik·kūm) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person common plural | third person masculine plural Strong's 5221: To strike [and] מֹשֶׁ֨ה (mō·šeh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver given וַֽ֠יִּתְּנָהּ (way·yit·tə·nāh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set their land as an inheritance יְרֻשָּׁ֗ה (yə·ruš·šāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 3425: Something occupied, a conquest, a patrimony to the Reubenites, לָרֻֽאוּבֵנִי֙ (lā·ru·’ū·ḇê·nî) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7206: Reubenites -- a Reubenite the Gadites, וְלַגָּדִ֔י (wə·lag·gā·ḏî) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1425: Gadites -- descendants of Gad and the half-tribe וְלַחֲצִ֖י (wə·la·ḥă·ṣî) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2677: The half, middle of Manasseh. הַֽמְנַשֶּֽׁה׃ (ham·naš·šeh) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4519: Manasseh -- 'causing to forget', a son of Joseph, also a king of Judah, also two Israelites Links Joshua 12:6 NIVJoshua 12:6 NLT Joshua 12:6 ESV Joshua 12:6 NASB Joshua 12:6 KJV Joshua 12:6 BibleApps.com Joshua 12:6 Biblia Paralela Joshua 12:6 Chinese Bible Joshua 12:6 French Bible Joshua 12:6 Catholic Bible OT History: Joshua 12:6 Moses the servant of Yahweh and (Josh. 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