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OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Of the tribe of Asher, Sethur the son of Michael. Brenton Septuagint Translation Of the tribe of Aser, Sathur the son of Michael. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Spies Explore Canaan…12from the tribe of Dan, Ammiel son of Gemalli; 13from the tribe of Asher, Sethur son of Michael; 14from the tribe of Naphtali, Nahbi son of Vophsi;… Cross References Joshua 14:6-15 Then the sons of Judah approached Joshua at Gilgal, and Caleb son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite said to him, “You know what the LORD said to Moses the man of God at Kadesh-barnea about you and me. / I was forty years old when Moses the servant of the LORD sent me from Kadesh-barnea to spy out the land, and I brought back to him an honest report. / Although my brothers who went with me made the hearts of the people melt with fear, I remained loyal to the LORD my God. ... Deuteronomy 1:22-25 Then all of you approached me and said, “Let us send men ahead of us to search out the land and bring us word of what route to follow and which cities to enter.” / The plan seemed good to me, so I selected twelve men from among you, one from each tribe. / They left and went up into the hill country, and came to the Valley of Eshcol and spied out the land. ... Hebrews 3:16-19 For who were the ones who heard and rebelled? Were they not all those Moses led out of Egypt? / And with whom was God angry for forty years? Was it not with those who sinned, whose bodies fell in the wilderness? / And to whom did He swear that they would never enter His rest? Was it not to those who disobeyed? ... Joshua 2:1-24 Then Joshua son of Nun secretly sent two spies from Shittim, saying, “Go, inspect the land, especially Jericho.” So they went and entered the house of a prostitute named Rahab and stayed there. / And it was reported to the king of Jericho: “Behold, some men of Israel have come here tonight to spy out the land.” / So the king of Jericho sent to Rahab and said, “Bring out the men who came to you and entered your house, for they have come to spy out the whole land.” ... Deuteronomy 9:23 And when the LORD sent you out from Kadesh-barnea, He said, “Go up and possess the land that I have given you.” But you rebelled against the command of the LORD your God. You neither believed Him nor obeyed Him. Hebrews 4:1-2 Therefore, while the promise of entering His rest still stands, let us be careful that none of you be deemed to have fallen short of it. / For we also received the good news just as they did; but the message they heard was of no value to them, since they did not share the faith of those who comprehended it. Joshua 15:13-19 According to the LORD’s command to him, Joshua gave Caleb son of Jephunneh a portion among the sons of Judah—Kiriath-arba, that is, Hebron. (Arba was the forefather of Anak.) / And Caleb drove out from there the three sons of Anak—the descendants of Sheshai, Ahiman, and Talmai, the children of Anak. / From there he marched against the inhabitants of Debir (formerly known as Kiriath-sepher). ... 1 Corinthians 10:5-11 Nevertheless, God was not pleased with most of them, for they were struck down in the wilderness. / These things took place as examples to keep us from craving evil things as they did. / Do not be idolaters, as some of them were. As it is written: “The people sat down to eat and drink and got up to indulge in revelry.” ... 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.” Joshua 21:12 But they had given the fields and villages around the city to Caleb son of Jephunneh as his possession. Psalm 95:8-11 do not harden your hearts as you did at Meribah, in the day at Massah in the wilderness, / where your fathers tested and tried Me, though they had seen My work. / For forty years I was angry with that generation, and I said, “They are a people whose hearts go astray, and they have not known My ways.” ... Joshua 14:1-5 Now these are the portions that the Israelites inherited in the land of Canaan, as distributed by Eleazar the priest, Joshua son of Nun, and the heads of the families of the tribes of Israel. / Their inheritance was assigned by lot for the nine and a half tribes, as the LORD had commanded through Moses. / For Moses had given the inheritance east of the Jordan to the other two and a half tribes. But he granted no inheritance among them to the Levites. ... 1 Samuel 30:14 We raided the Negev of the Cherethites, the territory of Judah, and the Negev of Caleb, and we burned down Ziklag.” Nehemiah 9:17 They refused to listen and failed to remember the wonders You performed among them. They stiffened their necks and appointed a leader to return them to their bondage in Egypt. But You are a forgiving God, gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in loving devotion, and You did not forsake them. 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, Treasury of Scripture Of the tribe of Asher, Sethur the son of Michael. Jump to Previous AsherJump to Next AsherNumbers 13 1. The names of the men who were sent to search the land17. Their instructions 21. Their acts 26. Their relation from the tribe of Asher The tribe of Asher was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, named after Asher, the eighth son of Jacob and Zilpah, Leah's maidservant. Asher's name means "happy" or "blessed," reflecting Leah's joy at his birth (Genesis 30:13). Geographically, the tribe of Asher was allotted a fertile region in the northern part of Canaan, along the Mediterranean coast, known for its olive oil production (Deuteronomy 33:24). This tribe's location and resources were significant for trade and agriculture. In the context of Numbers 13, Asher's inclusion in the reconnaissance mission to Canaan highlights the unity and collective responsibility of all tribes in the conquest of the Promised Land. Sethur son of Michael Persons / Places / Events 1. SethurA leader from the tribe of Asher, chosen to spy out the land of Canaan. His name means "hidden" or "mystery" in Hebrew, which may reflect the secretive nature of the mission. 2. Tribe of Asher One of the twelve tribes of Israel, known for its rich land and abundance. Asher's territory was located in the northern part of Canaan, along the Mediterranean coast. 3. Michael The father of Sethur. The name Michael means "Who is like God?" in Hebrew, a common name that signifies reverence and devotion to God. 4. Spying the Land of Canaan This event involved twelve leaders, one from each tribe, sent by Moses to explore the Promised Land and report back on its conditions and inhabitants. 5. Moses The leader of the Israelites who commissioned the twelve spies to scout the land of Canaan, following God's command. Teaching Points Leadership and ResponsibilitySethur, as a leader, was entrusted with a significant responsibility. Leaders today are called to act with integrity and faithfulness, recognizing the impact of their actions on their communities. Faith vs. Fear The mission of the spies was to gather information, but their report was influenced by fear. Believers are encouraged to trust in God's promises rather than be swayed by fear or doubt. The Importance of Obedience The sending of the spies was in obedience to God's command. Obedience to God’s directives is crucial, even when the path seems uncertain or challenging. Community and Unity Each tribe was represented in the mission, emphasizing the importance of unity and collective responsibility within the body of Christ. God's Sovereignty and Provision The exploration of Canaan was a step towards fulfilling God's promise to Israel. Trusting in God's sovereignty and provision is essential for believers as they navigate life's challenges. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 13:13?2. How does Numbers 13:13 demonstrate the importance of faith in God's promises? 3. What lessons can we learn from the tribe of Asher's representation? 4. How does Numbers 13:13 connect to the broader narrative of Israel's journey? 5. How can we apply the courage of the spies in our daily lives? 6. What role does obedience play in fulfilling God's plan, as seen in Numbers 13? 7. Why is the tribe of Asher significant in Numbers 13:13? 8. How does Numbers 13:13 contribute to the overall narrative of the Israelite spies? 9. What theological implications arise from the listing of tribal leaders in Numbers 13:13? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 13? 11. Why do the accounts in Numbers 13 seem to conflict with other passages about the Promised Land's inhabitants and geography? 12. How can the spies' 40-day exploration (Numbers 13:25) realistically cover all the territories listed? 13. How is it scientifically plausible for grapes to grow large enough to require two men to carry a single cluster (Numbers 13:23)? 14. What archaeological evidence confirms or contradicts the existence of giants (Numbers 13:33)? What Does Numbers 13:13 Mean from the tribe of Asher“from the tribe of Asher” (Numbers 13:13) reminds us that every tribe had a voice in the spying mission. • The Lord’s instruction was clear: “Send out for yourself men to spy out the land… one leader from each tribe” (Numbers 13:2–3). • Asher, though often quiet in the narrative, received the same opportunity and responsibility as more prominent tribes. • Earlier blessings foretold abundance for Asher—Jacob said, “Asher’s food will be rich, and he will provide royal delicacies” (Genesis 49:20), and Moses added, “May Asher be most blessed of the sons” (Deuteronomy 33:24–25). Their inclusion in the spy list lines up with those blessings: the tribe is expected to taste and confirm the goodness of the land. • Asher’s allotted territory later sat along the rich northern coastline (Joshua 19:24–31), a fulfillment of God’s generous promises. • Yet Judges 1:31–32 shows that Asher struggled to drive out the Canaanites. This background underscores why their spy needed a steadfast heart—something the tribe’s history shows was hard-won. • Luke 2:36 highlights Anna, a prophetess “of the tribe of Asher,” whose faith generations later shines as a contrast to the unbelief recorded in Numbers 13–14. Sethur “Sethur” is listed among twelve chiefs who scouted Canaan. • He was chosen as “a leader” (Numbers 13:3), indicating recognized ability and honor within his tribe. • Verses 17–20 record the mission brief: examine the land, its people, its produce. Sethur saw the same evidence Caleb and Joshua saw—clusters of grapes, pomegranates, figs (13:23). • Verse 31 shows the tragic turn: ten spies (Sethur among them) discouraged Israel with a faithless report. • Numbers 14:36–37 records the consequence: “the men who had brought out the bad report about the land… died by the plague before the LORD.” Sethur’s leadership ended not in triumph but in judgment, a sober warning echoed in Hebrews 3:16–19 about hardened hearts. • Caleb (Numbers 14:24) and Joshua (14:30, 38) stand as a foil—revealing what Sethur could have been: a voice of courage. • Sethur’s brief appearance therefore presses the timeless lesson: leadership without faith leads others into fear, while faith-filled leadership leads others into promise (Numbers 14:8–9). son of Michael “son of Michael” situates Sethur within a family line. • Scripture often ties a man to his father to emphasize accountability and heritage (compare Exodus 6:14; Matthew 1:1–16). • Though this Michael is otherwise unknown, the naming affirms that God’s call reaches ordinary households; no pedigree is too obscure for divine assignment (1 Samuel 16:11–13). • Other men named Michael appear later in tribal registers (1 Chronicles 5:13; 6:40; 7:3; 8:16; 12:20; 27:18), reminding us that God keeps meticulous track of families—both faithful and faithless. • Numbers 26:11 notes, “The sons of Korah, however, did not die,” illustrating that even when leaders fall, God can preserve and redeem family lines. • Household identity carries weight: Deuteronomy 6:6–7 urges parents to impress God’s words on their children. Sethur’s failure could have reverberated through his clan, but the enduring pattern of Scripture is that repentance and renewal remain open to every generation (2 Chronicles 7:14; Acts 16:31). summary Numbers 13:13 may appear to be a passing roster entry, yet every word matters. The phrase “from the tribe of Asher, Sethur son of Michael” highlights: • God’s inclusive call—every tribe matters. • The high stakes of leadership—faith or unbelief steers multitudes. • The significance of family—our choices echo through generations. Taking the verse at face value challenges us to be the Asherites, leaders, and family members who respond to God’s promises with courageous faith, stepping into the land He still calls His people to claim. Hebrew from the tribeלְמַטֵּ֣ה (lə·maṭ·ṭêh) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4294: A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribe of Asher, אָשֵׁ֔ר (’ā·šêr) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 836: Asher -- 'happy one', a son of Jacob, also the tribe descended from him, also perhaps a city in Palestine Sethur סְת֖וּר (sə·ṯūr) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5639: Sethur -- an Asherite son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Michael; מִיכָאֵֽל׃ (mî·ḵā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4317: Michael -- 'Who is like God?' an angel, also a number of Israelites Links Numbers 13:13 NIVNumbers 13:13 NLT Numbers 13:13 ESV Numbers 13:13 NASB Numbers 13:13 KJV Numbers 13:13 BibleApps.com Numbers 13:13 Biblia Paralela Numbers 13:13 Chinese Bible Numbers 13:13 French Bible Numbers 13:13 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 13:13 Of the tribe of Asher Sethur (Nu Num.) |
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