Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version in Jeshua, in Moladah, in Beth Pelet, New Living Translation They also lived in Jeshua, Moladah, Beth-pelet, English Standard Version and in Jeshua and in Moladah and Beth-pelet, Berean Standard Bible in Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet; King James Bible And at Jeshua, and at Moladah, and at Bethphelet, New King James Version in Jeshua, Moladah, Beth Pelet, New American Standard Bible and in Jeshua, in Moladah, and Beth-pelet, NASB 1995 and in Jeshua, in Moladah and Beth-pelet, NASB 1977 and in Jeshua, in Moladah and Beth-pelet, Legacy Standard Bible and in Jeshua, in Moladah and Beth-pelet, Amplified Bible in Jeshua, in Moladah, in Beth-pelet, Christian Standard Bible in Jeshua, Moladah, Beth-pelet, Holman Christian Standard Bible in Jeshua, Moladah, Beth-pelet, American Standard Version and in Jeshua, and in Moladah, and Beth-pelet, Contemporary English Version Jeshua, Moladah, Beth-Pelet, English Revised Version and in Jeshua, and in Moladah, and Beth-pelet; GOD'S WORD® Translation in Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth Pelet, Good News Translation They also lived in the cities of Jeshua, Moladah, Bethpelet, International Standard Version in Jeshua, in Moladah, and Beth-pelet, NET Bible in Jeshua, in Moladah, in Beth Pelet, New Heart English Bible and in Jeshua, and in Moladah, and Beth Pelet, Webster's Bible Translation And at Jeshua, and at Moladah, and at Beth-phelet, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblein Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet; World English Bible in Jeshua, in Moladah, Beth Pelet, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand in Jeshua, and in Moladah, and in Beth-Phelet, Young's Literal Translation and in Jeshua, and in Moladah, and in Beth-Phelet, Smith's Literal Translation And in Joshua, and in Moladah, and in the house of escape, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd at Jesue, and at Molada, and Bethphaleth, Catholic Public Domain Version and at Jeshua, and at Moladah, and at Bethpelet, New American Bible in Jeshua, Moladah, Beth-pelet, New Revised Standard Version and in Jeshua and in Moladah and Beth-pelet, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd in Hoshah and in Moladah and in Beth-phelet Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And in Husha, and in Mulada, and in Bayth Pelet OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and in Jeshua, and in Moladah, and Beth-pelet; Brenton Septuagint Translation and in Jesu, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Residents Outside Jerusalem…25As for the villages with their fields, some of the people of Judah lived in Kiriath-arba, Dibon, Jekabzeel, and their villages; 26in Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet; 27in Hazar-shual; in Beersheba and its villages;… Cross References Joshua 15:48-50 These were in the hill country: Shamir, Jattir, Socoh, / Dannah, Kiriath-sannah (that is, Debir), / Anab, Eshtemoh, Anim, 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, ... 1 Samuel 30:26-31 When David arrived in Ziklag, he sent some of the plunder to his friends, the elders of Judah, saying, “Here is a gift for you from the plunder of the LORD’s enemies.” / He sent gifts to those in Bethel, Ramoth Negev, and Jattir; / to those in Aroer, Siphmoth, and Eshtemoa; ... 2 Samuel 24:7 They went toward the fortress of Tyre and all the cities of the Hivites and Canaanites. Finally, they went on to the Negev of Judah, to Beersheba. 2 Chronicles 11:5-10 Rehoboam lived in Jerusalem, and he built up cities for defense in Judah. / He built up Bethlehem, Etam, Tekoa, / Beth-zur, Soco, Adullam, ... Joshua 19:1-9 The second lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Simeon: Their inheritance lay within the territory of Judah / and included Beersheba (or Sheba), Moladah, / Hazar-shual, Balah, Ezem, ... 1 Kings 19:3 And Elijah was afraid and ran for his life. When he came to Beersheba in Judah, he left his servant there, Judges 1:16-17 Now the descendants of Moses’ father-in-law, the Kenite, went up with the men of Judah from the City of Palms to the Wilderness of Judah in the Negev near Arad. They went to live among the people. / Then the men of Judah went with their brothers the Simeonites, attacked the Canaanites living in Zephath, and devoted the city to destruction. So it was called Hormah. Ezekiel 47:13-23 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. / This shall be the boundary of the land: On the north side it will extend from the Great Sea by way of Hethlon through Lebo-hamath to Zedad, ... Matthew 2:1 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, Luke 2:4 So Joseph also went up from Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to the city of David called Bethlehem, since he was from the house and line of David. John 4:5 So He came to a town of Samaria called Sychar, near the plot of ground that Jacob had given to his son Joseph. Acts 8:1 And Saul was there, giving approval to Stephen’s death. On that day a great persecution broke out against the church in Jerusalem, and all except the apostles were scattered throughout Judea and Samaria. 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. Treasury of Scripture And at Jeshua, and at Moladah, and at Bethphelet, Moladah. Joshua 15:26 Amam, and Shema, and Moladah, Joshua 19:2 And they had in their inheritance Beersheba, or Sheba, and Moladah, Beth-phelet. Joshua 15:27 And Hazargaddah, and Heshmon, and Bethpalet, Beth-palet. Jump to Previous Beth Beth-Pelet Jeshua Moladah Mola'dah PeletJump to Next Beth Beth-Pelet Jeshua Moladah Mola'dah PeletNehemiah 11 1. The rulers, voluntary men, and the tenth man chosen by lot, dwell at Jerusalem.3. A catalogue of their names. 20. Those who remain dwell in other cities. in Jeshua Jeshua is a location mentioned in the context of the resettlement of the people of Judah after the Babylonian exile. It is important to note that Jeshua is also a common name in the Old Testament, often associated with the high priest who returned with Zerubbabel. However, in this context, it refers to a geographical location. The name Jeshua means "salvation," which can be seen as a foreshadowing of the ultimate salvation brought by Jesus Christ. The resettlement of Jeshua signifies the restoration of the land and the fulfillment of God's promises to His people. Moladah and Beth-pelet Persons / Places / Events 1. JeshuaA location in the southern part of Judah. It is one of the towns where the people of Judah settled after returning from the Babylonian exile. The name "Jeshua" is derived from the Hebrew root "Yeshua," meaning "salvation." 2. Moladah Another town in the Negev region of Judah. It was originally allotted to the tribe of Simeon. The name "Moladah" is believed to mean "birth" or "generation." 3. Beth-pelet A town in the southern part of Judah. The name "Beth-pelet" translates to "house of escape" or "house of deliverance," indicating a place of refuge or safety. Teaching Points God's Faithfulness in RestorationThe resettlement of towns like Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet demonstrates God's faithfulness in restoring His people to their land. Despite the exile, God preserved the identity and heritage of His people. The Importance of Community The repopulation of these towns underscores the importance of community and shared identity among God's people. It reminds us of the value of living in fellowship and supporting one another in faith. Heritage and Inheritance The mention of these towns connects the returning exiles to their ancestral heritage. It encourages believers to value their spiritual heritage and to pass it on to future generations. God's Provision and Protection The names and meanings of these towns, such as "house of escape," remind us of God's provision and protection. In times of trouble, God provides places of refuge and deliverance. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Nehemiah 11:26?2. How does Nehemiah 11:26 highlight the importance of community in God's plan? 3. What can we learn from the inhabitants of "Jeshua, Moladah, Beth-pelet"? 4. How does Nehemiah 11:26 connect with God's promises to the Israelites? 5. How can we apply the commitment of these settlers to our own lives? 6. What does Nehemiah 11:26 teach about faithfulness in seemingly insignificant places? 7. What historical significance does Nehemiah 11:26 hold in the context of the Israelites' return from exile? 8. How does Nehemiah 11:26 reflect the fulfillment of God's promises to the Israelites? 9. What archaeological evidence supports the locations mentioned in Nehemiah 11:26? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Nehemiah 11? 11. Why do biblical genealogies contradict each other? 12. Nehemiah 11:25-36 - Do the recorded locations and populations in Judah and Benjamin align with known historical or archaeological records of the period? 13. How many children of Pahrath-Moab were freed from Babylonian captivity? 2,812 (Ezra 2:6) or 2,818 (Nehemiah 7:11)? 14. Nehemiah 11:7-9 - Are the genealogies here consistent with other biblical genealogies, or do apparent discrepancies suggest later additions or errors? What Does Nehemiah 11:26 Mean Jeshua• Nehemiah 11:26 begins, “and in Jeshua,” identifying one of the southern towns that the returned exiles from Judah re-settled. • Though the precise site is uncertain today, the context places Jeshua in the Negev—an arid region on the edge of the wilderness. Their willingness to inhabit a remote place underscores the commitment expressed earlier: “So the people blessed all the men who willingly offered to dwell in Jerusalem” (Nehemiah 11:2). • The name itself comes from the same root as “Joshua” and “Jesus,” meaning “The LORD saves.” Even the map of restored Judah is preaching salvation. • God recorded this small town in Scripture to show that no corner of His inheritance is forgotten. Compare the care given to obscure places in Joshua 15:21-32, and remember Isaiah 49:16—“See, I have inscribed you on the palms of My hands.” • By repopulating Jeshua, the exiles demonstrated confidence that every promise—including promises to difficult, dusty regions—stands firm (Numbers 34:2-5; Ezekiel 36:8-12). Moladah • The verse continues, “Moladah,” another Negev settlement. It first appears in Joshua 15:26 as territory allotted to Judah, then in Joshua 19:2 among the towns given to Simeon—evidence that God’s boundaries were respected across generations. • 1 Chronicles 4:28 reports that the sons of Simeon lived there “until the reign of David,” showing a long-standing community that exile had emptied but grace now refilled. • Re-occupying Moladah meant planting faith right on the frontier. The wilderness is no obstacle to covenant fulfillment; Psalm 107:35 celebrates how God “turns a desert into pools of water.” • Practical obedience flowed from solid theology: if Scripture says the land is theirs, they go, build, and trust. Hebrews 11:8-9 points to Abraham doing the same—living in tents yet convinced of God’s word. • Their presence also secured trade routes and protected the homeland’s edges, echoing Nehemiah 4:13 where strategic thinking partnered with reliance on the Lord. Beth-pelet • Finally, Nehemiah 11:26 lists “Beth-pelet.” Joshua 15:27 names it among Judah’s southernmost cities. The name can be rendered “House of Escape/Deliverance,” fitting for people recently delivered from captivity (Psalm 126:1-3). • Its location toward Edom reminds us that Israel’s witness extended to the nations bordering her. Amos 9:12 foresees Edom sharing in restoration; populating Beth-pelet positioned God’s people to model covenant life to their neighbors. • With Jeshua, Moladah, and Beth-pelet grouped together again in Nehemiah, Scripture signals continuity: the same God who apportioned the land through Joshua is restoring it through Nehemiah. Malachi 3:6 affirms, “I, the LORD, do not change.” • Re-establishing Beth-pelet upheld the legal inheritance assigned centuries earlier, confirming that “the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable” (Romans 11:29). summary Nehemiah 11:26 does more than list three dusty towns; it showcases a faithful God and a responsive people. Jeshua reminds us that salvation marks every square mile; Moladah highlights courage to inhabit hard places; Beth-pelet proclaims deliverance on the very borders. Together they prove that when Scripture speaks—whether about geography or grace—God’s people can take it literally, stake their lives on it, and watch the promises stand. Verse 26. - Joshua is a place not mentioned anywhere but here. Moladah occurs in Joshua 15:26; Beth-phelet, no doubt the same as Beth-palet, in Joshua 15:27.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew in Jeshua,וּבְיֵשׁ֥וּעַ (ū·ḇə·yê·šū·a‘) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3442: Jeshua Moladah, וּבְמוֹלָדָ֖ה (ū·ḇə·mō·w·lā·ḏāh) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 4137: Moladah -- a city in Simeon and וּבְבֵ֥ית (ū·ḇə·ḇêṯ) 0 Strong's Hebrew Beth-pelet; פָּֽלֶט׃ (pā·leṭ) Conjunctive waw, Preposition | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1046: Beth-pelet -- 'place of escape', a place in southern Judah Links Nehemiah 11:26 NIVNehemiah 11:26 NLT Nehemiah 11:26 ESV Nehemiah 11:26 NASB Nehemiah 11:26 KJV Nehemiah 11:26 BibleApps.com Nehemiah 11:26 Biblia Paralela Nehemiah 11:26 Chinese Bible Nehemiah 11:26 French Bible Nehemiah 11:26 Catholic Bible OT History: Nehemiah 11:26 And in Jeshua and in Moladah (Neh Ne) |