Numbers 13:15
New International Version
from the tribe of Gad, Geuel son of Maki.

New Living Translation
Gad Geuel son of Maki

English Standard Version
from the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.

Berean Standard Bible
and from the tribe of Gad, Geuel son of Machi.

King James Bible
Of the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.

New King James Version
from the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.

New American Standard Bible
and from the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.

NASB 1995
from the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.

NASB 1977
from the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.

Legacy Standard Bible
from the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.

Amplified Bible
from the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.

Christian Standard Bible
Geuel son of Machi from the tribe of Gad.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Geuel son of Machi from the tribe of Gad.

American Standard Version
Of the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.

English Revised Version
Of the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Geuel, son of Machi, from the tribe of Gad.

International Standard Version
and from Gad's tribe, Machi's son Geuel.

Majority Standard Bible
and from the tribe of Gad, Geuel son of Machi.

NET Bible
from the tribe of Gad, Geuel son of Maki.

New Heart English Bible
Of the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Maki.

Webster's Bible Translation
Of the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.

World English Bible
Of the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
for the tribe of Gad, Geuel son of Machi.

Young's Literal Translation
For the tribe of Gad, Geuel son of Machi.

Smith's Literal Translation
For the tribe of Gad: Geuel, son of Machi.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Of the tribe of Gad, Guel the son of Machi.

Catholic Public Domain Version
from the tribe of Gad, Guel the son of Machi.

New American Bible
from the tribe of Gad, Geuel, son of Machi.

New Revised Standard Version
from the tribe of Gad, Geuel son of Machi.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
From the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machir.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
From the tribe of Gad: Gwayel son of Makir.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Of the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Of the tribe of Gad, Gudiel the son of Macchi.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Spies Explore Canaan
14from the tribe of Naphtali, Nahbi son of Vophsi; 15and from the tribe of Gad, Geuel son of Machi. 16These were the names of the men Moses sent to spy out the land; and Moses gave to Hoshea son of Nun the name Joshua.…

Cross References
Joshua 19:24-31
The fifth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Asher: / Their territory included Helkath, Hali, Beten, Achshaph, / Allammelech, Amad, and Mishal. On the west the border touched Carmel and Shihor-libnath, ...

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 4:11
Ben-abinadab in Naphath-dor (Taphath, a daughter of Solomon, was his wife);

1 Chronicles 7:30-31
The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah. / The sons of Beriah: Heber, as well as Malchiel, who was the father of Birzaith.

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.”

Joshua 21:30-31
From the tribe of Asher they were given Mishal, Abdon, / Helkath, and Rehob—four cities, together with their pasturelands.

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. ...

Isaiah 9:1
Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those in distress. In the past He humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future He will honor the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations:

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— ...

Mark 7:31
Then Jesus left the region of Tyre and went through Sidon to the Sea of Galilee and into the region of the Decapolis.

Luke 6:17
Then Jesus came down with them and stood on a level place. A large crowd of His disciples was there, along with a great number of people from all over Judea, Jerusalem, and the seacoast of Tyre and Sidon.

John 6:1
After this, Jesus crossed to the other side of the Sea of Galilee (that is, the Sea of Tiberias).

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.

Revelation 7:5-8
From the tribe of Judah 12,000 were sealed, from the tribe of Reuben 12,000, from the tribe of Gad 12,000, / from the tribe of Asher 12,000, from the tribe of Naphtali 12,000, from the tribe of Manasseh 12,000, / from the tribe of Simeon 12,000, from the tribe of Levi 12,000, from the tribe of Issachar 12,000, ...


Treasury of Scripture

Of the tribe of Gad, Geuel the son of Machi.

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from the tribe of Gad
The tribe of Gad was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, named after Gad, the seventh son of Jacob and Zilpah, Leah's maidservant. The name "Gad" means "fortune" or "luck" in Hebrew, reflecting Leah's declaration upon his birth, "A troop comes!" (Genesis 30:11). Historically, the tribe of Gad settled on the east side of the Jordan River, known for its strong warriors and pastoral lands. This location was strategic, providing both protection and resources. The tribe's role in the reconnaissance mission to Canaan underscores its importance and involvement in Israel's formative history.

Geuel
The name "Geuel" means "majesty of God" or "God is exalted" in Hebrew. This name reflects a deep reverence and acknowledgment of God's sovereignty, a common theme in Hebrew names that often encapsulate a theological truth or hope. Geuel's inclusion in the list of spies signifies his standing and the trust placed in him by his tribe. His name serves as a reminder of the divine presence and authority guiding the Israelites during their journey.

son of Machi
The designation "son of Machi" provides a genealogical link, emphasizing the importance of lineage and heritage in Israelite society. "Machi" means "decrease" or "smitten" in Hebrew, which might suggest a narrative of overcoming adversity or a humble beginning. This familial reference situates Geuel within a broader community, highlighting the interconnectedness of the tribes and the collective identity of the Israelites. It also underscores the biblical theme of God working through families and generations to fulfill His promises.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
[and] from the tribe
לְמַטֵּ֣ה (lə·maṭ·ṭêh)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4294: A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribe

of Gad,
גָ֔ד (ḡāḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1410: Gad -- a son of Jacob, also his tribe and its territory, also a prophet

Geuel
גְּאוּאֵ֖ל (gə·’ū·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1345: Geuel -- 'majesty of El', a Gadite spy

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Machi.
מָכִֽי׃ (mā·ḵî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4352: Machi -- a Gadite


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