Joshua 19:4
New International Version
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,

New Living Translation
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,

English Standard Version
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,

Berean Standard Bible
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,

King James Bible
And Eltolad, and Bethul, and Hormah,

New King James Version
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,

New American Standard Bible
Eltolad, Bethul, and Hormah,

NASB 1995
and Eltolad and Bethul and Hormah,

NASB 1977
and Eltolad and Bethul and Hormah,

Legacy Standard Bible
and Eltolad and Bethul and Hormah,

Amplified Bible
and Eltolad and Bethul and Hormah,

Christian Standard Bible
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,

American Standard Version
and Eltolad, and Bethul, and Hormah,

English Revised Version
and Eltolad, and Bethul, and Hormah;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,

Good News Translation
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,

International Standard Version
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,

Majority Standard Bible
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,

NET Bible
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,

New Heart English Bible
and Eltolad, and Bethul, and Hormah,

Webster's Bible Translation
And Eltolad, and Bethul, and Hormah,

World English Bible
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and Eltolad, and Bethul, and Hormah,

Young's Literal Translation
and Eltolad, and Bethul, and Hormah,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Eltolad, and Bethul, and Hormah,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And Eltholad, Bethul and Harma,

Catholic Public Domain Version
and Eltolad, Bethul, and Hormah,

New American Bible
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,

New Revised Standard Version
Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Eltolad, Beth-el, Hirmah,

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Eluthlad and Bayth Eil and Kherma
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and Eltolad, and Bethul, and Hormah;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and Erthula, and Bula, and Herma,

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Simeon's Inheritance
3Hazar-shual, Balah, Ezem, 4Eltolad, Bethul, Hormah, 5Ziklag, Beth-marcaboth, Hazar-susah,…

Cross References
Joshua 15:21-32
These were the southernmost cities of the tribe of Judah in the Negev toward the border of Edom: Kabzeel, Eder, Jagur, / Kinah, Dimonah, Adadah, / Kedesh, Hazor, Ithnan, ...

1 Chronicles 4:28-33
They lived in Beersheba, Moladah, Hazar-shual, / Bilhah, Ezem, Tolad, / Bethuel, Hormah, Ziklag, ...

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

Deuteronomy 33:18-19
Concerning Zebulun he said: “Rejoice, Zebulun, in your journeys, and Issachar, in your tents. / They will call the peoples to a mountain; there they will offer sacrifices of righteousness. For they will feast on the abundance of the seas and the hidden treasures of the sand.”

Judges 1:31-32
Asher failed to drive out the inhabitants of Acco, Sidon, Ahlab, Achzib, Helbah, Aphik, and Rehob. / So the Asherites lived among the Canaanite inhabitants of the land, because they did not drive them out.

1 Kings 4:7-19
Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel to provide food for the king and his household. Each one would arrange provisions for one month of the year, / and these were their names: Ben-hur in the hill country of Ephraim; / Ben-deker in Makaz, in Shaalbim, in Beth-shemesh, and in Elon-beth-hanan; ...

Ezekiel 48:1-7
“Now these are the names of the tribes: At the northern frontier, Dan will have one portion bordering the road of Hethlon to Lebo-hamath and running on to Hazar-enan on the border of Damascus with Hamath to the north, and extending from the east side to the west side. / Asher will have one portion bordering the territory of Dan from east to west. / Naphtali will have one portion bordering the territory of Asher from east to west. ...

Numbers 34:2-12
“Command the Israelites and say to them: When you enter the land of Canaan, it will be allotted to you as an inheritance with these boundaries: / Your southern border will extend from the Wilderness of Zin along the border of Edom. On the east, your southern border will run from the end of the Salt Sea, / cross south of the Ascent of Akrabbim, continue to Zin, and go south of Kadesh-barnea. Then it will go on to Hazar-addar and proceed to Azmon, ...

2 Samuel 24:1-9
Again the anger of the LORD burned against Israel, and He stirred up David against them, saying, “Go and take a census of Israel and Judah.” / So the king said to Joab the commander of his army, who was with him, “Go now throughout the tribes of Israel from Dan to Beersheba and register the troops, so that I may know their number.” / But Joab replied to the king, “May the LORD your God multiply the troops a hundred times over, and may the eyes of my lord the king see it. But why does my lord the king want to do such a thing?” ...

Nehemiah 11:25-30
As for the villages with their fields, some of the people of Judah lived in Kiriath-arba, Dibon, Jekabzeel, and their villages; / in Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet; / in Hazar-shual; in Beersheba and its villages; ...

Matthew 4:13-16
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— ...

Luke 4:14-15
Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit, and the news about Him spread throughout the surrounding region. / He taught in their synagogues and was glorified by everyone.

John 4:3-5
He left Judea and returned to Galilee. / Now He had to pass through Samaria. / So He came to a town of Samaria called Sychar, near the plot of ground that Jacob had given to his son Joseph.

Acts 9:31
Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee, and Samaria experienced a time of peace. It grew in strength and numbers, living in the fear of the Lord and the encouragement of the Holy Spirit.

Romans 15:19
by the power of signs and wonders, and by the power of the Spirit of God. So from Jerusalem all the way around to Illyricum, I have fully proclaimed the gospel of Christ.


Treasury of Scripture

And Eltolad, and Bethul, and Hormah,

Eltolad

Joshua 15:30
And Eltolad, and Chesil, and Hormah,

Hormah

Judges 1:17
And Judah went with Simeon his brother, and they slew the Canaanites that inhabited Zephath, and utterly destroyed it. And the name of the city was called Hormah.

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10. of Zebulun
17. of Issachar
24. of Asher
32. of Naphtali
40. of Dan
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Eltolad
Eltolad is a town mentioned in the allotment of land to the tribe of Simeon within the territory of Judah. Its name means "God's kindred" or "God's generation," reflecting the importance of divine heritage and lineage in Israelite culture. The location of Eltolad is not definitively known today, but it is believed to have been situated in the southern part of Judah's territory. This area was characterized by its arid climate and was part of the Negev region, which played a significant role in the nomadic and pastoral lifestyle of the tribes. Eltolad's inclusion in the Simeonite inheritance highlights the integration and cooperation among the tribes of Israel, as Simeon was given cities within Judah's larger territory due to its smaller population.

Bethul
Bethul, also known as Bethuel in some translations, is another town allocated to the tribe of Simeon. The name Bethul means "house of God," indicating a place of worship or divine presence. This town is often associated with the spiritual heritage of the Israelites, emphasizing the centrality of worship in their community life. The exact location of Bethul is uncertain, but it is thought to be in the same general region as Eltolad. The mention of Bethul in the tribal allotments underscores the importance of maintaining a connection to God through designated places of worship, a theme that resonates throughout the Old Testament. This connection is further seen in the New Testament, where Jesus Christ is described as the ultimate "house of God," fulfilling the spiritual needs of His people.

Hormah
Hormah, meaning "devotion" or "destruction," has a significant history in the biblical narrative. It was originally a Canaanite city that the Israelites attempted to conquer during their wilderness wanderings. Initially, they were defeated due to disobedience and lack of faith (Numbers 14:45). However, later, under divine guidance, the Israelites successfully captured and destroyed the city, dedicating it to God (Numbers 21:3). This act of devotion and destruction is a recurring theme in the conquest narratives, symbolizing the removal of sin and idolatry from the land. Hormah's inclusion in the Simeonite inheritance serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises and the importance of obedience to His commands. The concept of devotion and destruction is echoed in the New Testament, where believers are called to devote themselves to God and put to death the deeds of the flesh (Colossians 3:5).

Persons / Places / Events
1. Eltolad
A town allotted to the tribe of Simeon within the territory of Judah. Its name may mean "God's kindred" or "God's generation," reflecting a divine connection or heritage.

2. Bethul
Another town within the inheritance of Simeon. The name is similar to "Bethel," meaning "house of God," indicating a place of spiritual significance.

3. Hormah
A city with a history of conflict and victory. Originally called Zephath, it was renamed Hormah, meaning "destruction" or "devotion to destruction," after the Israelites defeated the Canaanites there.
Teaching Points
Obedience to God’s Commands
The history of Hormah reminds us of the consequences of acting outside of God's will. We must seek His guidance and obey His commands to experience victory in our lives.

Significance of Spiritual Heritage
The names and locations like Eltolad and Bethul remind us of our spiritual heritage and identity in God. We are called to live as His people, reflecting His character and purposes.

Unity and Cooperation
The joint efforts of Judah and Simeon in conquering Hormah illustrate the power of unity and cooperation among God's people. We are stronger when we work together in fulfilling God's mission.

God’s Faithfulness
The allotment of these towns to Simeon is a testament to God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to the tribes of Israel. We can trust in His faithfulness in our own lives.

Spiritual Warfare
The renaming of Zephath to Hormah signifies the spiritual battles we face. We are called to devote ourselves to God and rely on His strength to overcome challenges.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Eltolad,
וְאֶלְתּוֹלַ֥ד (wə·’el·tō·w·laḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 513: Eltolad -- 'God is generator', a city in southern Judah

Bethul,
וּבְת֖וּל (ū·ḇə·ṯūl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1329: Bethul -- a place in Simeon

Hormah,
וְחָרְמָֽה׃ (wə·ḥā·rə·māh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 2767: Hormah -- 'asylum', a place in Simeon


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