Joshua 14:5
New International Version
So the Israelites divided the land, just as the LORD had commanded Moses.

New Living Translation
So the land was distributed in strict accordance with the LORD’s commands to Moses.

English Standard Version
The people of Israel did as the LORD commanded Moses; they allotted the land.

Berean Standard Bible
So the Israelites did as the LORD had commanded Moses, and they divided the land.

King James Bible
As the LORD commanded Moses, so the children of Israel did, and they divided the land.

New King James Version
As the LORD had commanded Moses, so the children of Israel did; and they divided the land.

New American Standard Bible
The sons of Israel did exactly as the LORD had commanded Moses, and they divided the land.

NASB 1995
Thus the sons of Israel did just as the LORD had commanded Moses, and they divided the land.

NASB 1977
Thus the sons of Israel did just as the LORD had commanded Moses, and they divided the land.

Legacy Standard Bible
Thus the sons of Israel did just as Yahweh had commanded Moses, and they divided the land.

Amplified Bible
The Israelites did just as the LORD had commanded Moses, and they divided the land.

Christian Standard Bible
So the Israelites did as the LORD commanded Moses, and they divided the land.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So the Israelites did as the LORD commanded Moses, and they divided the land.

American Standard Version
As Jehovah commanded Moses, so the children of Israel did; and they divided the land.

English Revised Version
As the LORD commanded Moses, so the children of Israel did, and they divided the land.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
So the people of Israel divided the land as the LORD had commanded Moses.

Good News Translation
The people of Israel divided the land as the LORD had commanded Moses.

International Standard Version
So the Israelis did just as the LORD had commanded Moses—they divided the land.

Majority Standard Bible
So the Israelites did as the LORD had commanded Moses, and they divided the land.

NET Bible
The Israelites followed the LORD's instructions to Moses and divided up the land.

New Heart English Bible
The children of Israel did as the LORD commanded Moses, and they divided the land.

Webster's Bible Translation
As the LORD commanded Moses, so the children of Israel did, and they divided the land.

World English Bible
The children of Israel did as Yahweh commanded Moses, and they divided the land.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
as YHWH commanded Moses, so the sons of Israel have done, and they apportion the land.

Young's Literal Translation
as Jehovah commanded Moses, so have the sons of Israel done, and they apportion the land.

Smith's Literal Translation
As Jehovah commanded Moses, so did the sons of Israel, and they divided the land.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
As the Lord had commanded Moses, so did the children of Israel, and they divided the land.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Just as the Lord had commanded Moses, so the sons of Israel did, and they divided the land.

New American Bible
As the LORD had commanded Moses, so the Israelites did: they apportioned the land.

New Revised Standard Version
The Israelites did as the LORD commanded Moses; they allotted the land.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
As the LORD commanded Moses, so did the children of Israel, and they divided the land.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Just as LORD JEHOVAH commanded Moshe, thus the children of Israel did and they divided the land
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
As the LORD commanded Moses, so the children of Israel did, and they divided the land.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
As the Lord commanded Moses, so did the children of Israel; and they divided the land.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Land Division West of the Jordan
4The descendants of Joseph became two tribes, Manasseh and Ephraim. And no portion of the land was given to the Levites, except for cities in which to live, along with pasturelands for their flocks and herds. 5So the Israelites did as the LORD had commanded Moses, and they divided the land.

Cross References
Numbers 34:13-29
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.” ...

Deuteronomy 1:38
Joshua son of Nun, who stands before you, will enter it. Encourage him, for he will enable Israel to inherit the land.

Deuteronomy 3:28
But commission Joshua, encourage him, and strengthen him, for he will cross over ahead of the people and enable them to inherit the land that you will see.”

Deuteronomy 31:7-8
Then Moses called for Joshua and said to him in the presence of all Israel, “Be strong and courageous, for you will go with this people into the land that the LORD swore to their fathers to give them, and you shall give it to them as an inheritance. / The LORD Himself goes before you; He will be with you. He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid or discouraged.”

Numbers 26:52-56
Then the LORD said to Moses, / “The land is to be divided among the tribes as an inheritance, according to the number of names. / Increase the inheritance for a large tribe and decrease it for a small one; each tribe is to receive its inheritance according to the number of those registered. ...

Numbers 33:50-54
On the plains of Moab by the Jordan across from Jericho, the LORD said to Moses, / “Speak to the Israelites and tell them: When you cross the Jordan into the land of Canaan, / you must drive out before you all the inhabitants of the land, destroy all their carved images and cast idols, and demolish all their high places. ...

Numbers 27:18-23
And the LORD replied to Moses, “Take Joshua son of Nun, a man with the Spirit in him, and lay your hands on him. / Have him stand before Eleazar the priest and the whole congregation, and commission him in their sight. / Confer on him some of your authority, so that the whole congregation of Israel will obey him. ...

Deuteronomy 34:9
Now Joshua son of Nun was filled with the spirit of wisdom because Moses had laid his hands on him. So the Israelites obeyed him and did as the LORD had commanded Moses.

Joshua 11:23
So Joshua took the entire land, in keeping with all that the LORD had spoken to Moses. And Joshua gave it as an inheritance to Israel according to the allotments to their tribes. Then the land had rest from war.

Joshua 13:1-7
Now Joshua was old and well along in years, and the LORD said to him, “You are old and well along in years, but very much of the land remains to be possessed. / This is the land that remains: All the territory of the Philistines and the Geshurites, / from the Shihor east of Egypt to the territory of Ekron on the north (considered to be Canaanite territory)—that of the five Philistine rulers of Gaza, Ashdod, Ashkelon, Gath, and Ekron, as well as that of the Avvites; ...

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:

Joshua 23:4
See, I have allotted as an inheritance to your tribes these remaining nations, including all the nations I have already cut off, from the Jordan westward to the Great Sea.

Acts 13:19
And having vanquished seven nations in Canaan, He gave their land to His people as an inheritance.

Hebrews 4:8
For if Joshua had given them rest, God would not have spoken later about another day.

Acts 7:45
And our fathers who received it brought it in with Joshua when they dispossessed the nations God drove out before them. It remained until the time of David,


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As the LORD commanded Moses, so the children of Israel did, and they divided the land.

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So the Israelites did as the LORD had commanded Moses
This phrase highlights the obedience of the Israelites to God's instructions given through Moses. It reflects the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs, particularly Abraham, regarding the land of Canaan (Genesis 12:7). The Israelites' compliance is significant as it demonstrates their faith and trust in God's plan. This obedience is a recurring theme in the Pentateuch, where blessings are often contingent upon adherence to God's commands (Deuteronomy 28:1-14). The phrase also underscores the leadership transition from Moses to Joshua, as Joshua continues to implement the divine directives given to Moses.

and they divided the land
The division of the land among the tribes of Israel is a pivotal moment in the history of the Israelites, marking the transition from a nomadic lifestyle to settlement in the Promised Land. This division was not arbitrary but followed specific instructions given by God, ensuring each tribe received its inheritance (Numbers 26:52-56). The allocation of land is detailed in the subsequent chapters of Joshua, emphasizing the importance of each tribe's role in the nation of Israel. This act of dividing the land also fulfills the covenantal promise made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, signifying God's faithfulness. Theologically, the land serves as a type of the eternal inheritance promised to believers, with the division symbolizing the rest and provision found in Christ (Hebrews 4:8-10).

Persons / Places / Events
1. Israelites
The descendants of Jacob, also known as the children of Israel, who were chosen by God to inherit the Promised Land.

2. The LORD
The covenant name of God, Yahweh, who guided and commanded the Israelites throughout their journey.

3. Moses
The prophet and leader who led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Law from God. He was instrumental in guiding them towards the Promised Land.

4. Joshua
The successor of Moses, tasked with leading the Israelites into the Promised Land and overseeing its division among the tribes.

5. The Land
Refers to the Promised Land, Canaan, which God had promised to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
Teaching Points
Obedience to God's Commands
The Israelites' division of the land as commanded by God through Moses underscores the importance of obedience to divine instructions. Believers today are called to follow God's Word faithfully.

Faithfulness of God
The fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham through the division of the land demonstrates His unwavering faithfulness. Christians can trust in God's promises, knowing He is faithful to fulfill them.

Leadership and Succession
Joshua's role in executing God's plan after Moses' death highlights the importance of godly leadership and the smooth transition of responsibilities. This teaches the value of preparing future leaders in the church.

Inheritance in Christ
Just as the Israelites received their inheritance in the Promised Land, believers have an inheritance in Christ. This encourages Christians to live with an eternal perspective, valuing their spiritual inheritance.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
So
כֵּ֥ן (kên)
Adverb
Strong's 3651: So -- thus

the Israelites
בְּנֵ֣י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

did
עָשׂ֖וּ (‘ā·śū)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural
Strong's 6213: To do, make

as
כַּאֲשֶׁ֨ר (ka·’ă·šer)
Preposition-k | Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

the LORD
יְהוָה֙ (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

had commanded
צִוָּ֤ה (ṣiw·wāh)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6680: To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order

Moses,
מֹשֶׁ֔ה (mō·šeh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver

and they divided
וַֽיַּחְלְק֖וּ (way·yaḥ·lə·qū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 2505: To be smooth, to apportion, separate

the land.
הָאָֽרֶץ׃ (hā·’ā·reṣ)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land


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