Numbers 32:31
New International Version
The Gadites and Reubenites answered, “Your servants will do what the LORD has said.

New Living Translation
The tribes of Gad and Reuben said again, “We are your servants, and we will do as the LORD has commanded!

English Standard Version
And the people of Gad and the people of Reuben answered, “What the LORD has said to your servants, we will do.

Berean Standard Bible
The Gadites and Reubenites replied, “As the LORD has spoken to your servants, so we will do.

King James Bible
And the children of Gad and the children of Reuben answered, saying, As the LORD hath said unto thy servants, so will we do.

New King James Version
Then the children of Gad and the children of Reuben answered, saying: “As the LORD has said to your servants, so we will do.

New American Standard Bible
And the sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben answered, saying, “As the LORD has said to your servants, so we will do.

NASB 1995
The sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben answered, saying, “As the LORD has said to your servants, so we will do.

NASB 1977
And the sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben answered, saying, “As the LORD has said to your servants, so we will do.

Legacy Standard Bible
And the sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben answered, saying, “As Yahweh has said to your servants, so we will do.

Amplified Bible
The sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben answered, “As the LORD has said to your servants, so will we do.

Christian Standard Bible
The Gadites and Reubenites replied, “What the LORD has spoken to your servants is what we will do.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The Gadites and Reubenites replied, “What the LORD has spoken to your servants is what we will do.

American Standard Version
And the children of Gad and the children of Reuben answered, saying, As Jehovah hath said unto thy servants, so will we do.

Contemporary English Version
The tribes of Gad and Reuben replied, "We are your servants and will do whatever the LORD has commanded.

English Revised Version
And the children of Gad and the children of Reuben answered, saying, As the LORD hath said unto thy servants, so will we do.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The tribes of Gad and Reuben answered, "Sir, we will do as the LORD has said.

Good News Translation
The men of Gad and Reuben answered, "Sir, we will do as the LORD has commanded.

International Standard Version
"We'll do just what the LORD told your servants," the descendants of Gad and the descendants of Reuben responded.

Majority Standard Bible
The Gadites and Reubenites replied, ?As the LORD has spoken to your servants, so we will do.

NET Bible
Then the Gadites and the Reubenites answered, "Your servants will do what the LORD has spoken.

New Heart English Bible
The people of Gad and the people of Reuben answered, saying, "As the LORD has said to your servants, so will we do.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the children of Gad and the children of Reuben answered, saying, As the LORD hath said to thy servants, so will we do.

World English Bible
The children of Gad and the children of Reuben answered, saying, “As Yahweh has said to your servants, so will we do.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben answer, saying, “That which YHWH has spoken to your servants, so we do;

Young's Literal Translation
And the sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben answer, saying, 'That which Jehovah hath spoken unto thy servants -- so we do;

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons of Gad and the sons of Reuben will answer, saying, What Jehovah spake to thy servants, so will we do.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the children of Gad, and the children of Ruben answered: As the Lord hath spoken to his servants, so will we do:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the sons of Gad and the sons of Ruben responded: “Just as the Lord has spoken to his servants, so shall we do.

New American Bible
To this the Gadites and Reubenites replied, “We will do what the LORD has ordered your servants.

New Revised Standard Version
The Gadites and the Reubenites answered, “As the LORD has spoken to your servants, so we will do.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the children of Reuben and the children of Gad answered, saying, As the LORD has said to your servants, so will we do.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the children of Rubil and the children of Gad answered and they said to Moshe: “As LORD JEHOVAH said to your Servants, thus we shall do.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the children of Gad and the children of Reuben answered, saying: 'As the LORD hath said unto thy servants, so will we do.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the sons of Ruben and the sons of Gad answered, saying, Whatsoever the Lord says to his servants, that will we do.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Tribes East of the Jordan
30But if they do not arm themselves and go across with you, then they must accept their possession among you in the land of Canaan.” 31The Gadites and Reubenites replied, “As the LORD has spoken to your servants, so we will do. 32We will cross over into the land of Canaan armed before the LORD, that we may have our inheritance on this side of the Jordan.”…

Cross References
Joshua 22:1-6
Then Joshua summoned the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh / and told them, “You have done all that Moses the servant of the LORD commanded you, and you have obeyed my voice in all that I commanded you. / All this time you have not deserted your brothers, up to this very day, but have kept the charge given you by the LORD your God. ...

Deuteronomy 3:18-20
At that time I commanded you: “The LORD your God has given you this land to possess. All your men of valor are to cross over, armed for battle, ahead of your brothers, the Israelites. / But your wives, your children, and your livestock—I know that you have much livestock—may remain in the cities I have given you, / until the LORD gives rest to your brothers as He has to you, and they too have taken possession of the land that the LORD your God is giving them across the Jordan. Then each of you may return to the possession I have given you.”

Joshua 1:12-15
But to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh, Joshua said, / “Remember what Moses the servant of the LORD commanded you when he said, ‘The LORD your God will give you rest, and He will give you this land.’ / Your wives, your young children, and your livestock may remain in the land that Moses gave you on this side of the Jordan. But all your mighty men of valor must be armed for battle to cross over ahead of your brothers and help them, ...

Joshua 4:12-13
The Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh crossed over before the Israelites, armed for battle as Moses had instructed them. / About 40,000 troops armed for battle crossed over before the LORD into the plains of Jericho.

Judges 5:15-16
The princes of Issachar were with Deborah, and Issachar was with Barak, rushing into the valley at his heels. In the clans of Reuben there was great indecision. / Why did you sit among the sheepfolds to hear the whistling for the flocks? In the clans of Reuben there was great indecision.

1 Chronicles 5:18-22
The Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh had 44,760 warriors—valiant men who carried the shield and sword, drew the bow, and were trained for battle. / They waged war against the Hagrites, as well as Jetur, Naphish, and Nodab. / And because they cried out to God in battle, they were helped against their enemies, and the Hagrites and all their allies were delivered into their hands. Because they put their trust in God, He answered their prayers. ...

Hebrews 11:33-34
who through faith conquered kingdoms, administered justice, and gained what was promised; who shut the mouths of lions, / quenched the raging fire, and escaped the edge of the sword; who gained strength from weakness, became mighty in battle, and put foreign armies to flight.

Galatians 5:13
For you, brothers, were called to freedom; but do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh. Rather, serve one another in love.

Romans 12:1
Therefore I urge you, brothers, on account of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is your spiritual service of worship.

Philippians 2:4
Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.

1 Corinthians 12:12-14
The body is a unit, though it is composed of many parts. And although its parts are many, they all form one body. So it is with Christ. / For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, slave or free, and we were all given one Spirit to drink. / For the body does not consist of one part, but of many.

Ephesians 4:1-3
As a prisoner in the Lord, then, I urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling you have received: / with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, / and with diligence to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.

1 Peter 4:10
As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another.

1 Corinthians 10:24
No one should seek his own good, but the good of others.

Romans 15:1-2
We who are strong ought to bear with the shortcomings of the weak and not to please ourselves. / Each of us should please his neighbor for his good, to build him up.


Treasury of Scripture

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Numbers 32
1. The Reubenites and Gadites ask for inheritance on the east side of Jordan
6. Moses reproves them
16. They offer him conditions with which he is content
33. Moses assigns them the land
39. They conquer it.














The Gadites and Reubenites replied
The tribes of Gad and Reuben were part of the twelve tribes of Israel, descendants of Jacob's sons. In the context of Numbers 32, these tribes had large herds and flocks and saw that the land of Jazer and Gilead was suitable for livestock. They approached Moses with a request to settle in this land east of the Jordan River, rather than crossing into Canaan. This response is part of their agreement to Moses' conditions for settling there. Historically, these tribes were known for their warrior capabilities, which is significant in their commitment to help the other tribes conquer Canaan before settling.

“As the LORD has spoken to your servants
This phrase indicates their acknowledgment of divine authority and their submission to God's will as communicated through Moses. It reflects the theocratic nature of Israelite society, where God’s commands were delivered through chosen leaders. The phrase also underscores the importance of obedience to God’s word, a recurring theme throughout the Pentateuch. The use of "servants" highlights their humility and readiness to serve God's purposes, aligning with the biblical principle of servanthood seen in figures like Moses and later, Jesus Christ.

so we will do.
This commitment to action demonstrates their willingness to fulfill their obligations and promises. It reflects the covenantal relationship between God and Israel, where obedience leads to blessing. The phrase echoes the broader biblical theme of faithfulness and the importance of following through on one's word, as seen in other scriptures like James 1:22, which emphasizes being doers of the word. This commitment also prefigures the New Testament call to discipleship, where believers are called to act in accordance with Christ’s teachings.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Sons of Gad and Reuben
These are the tribes of Israel who requested to settle on the east side of the Jordan River, as the land was suitable for their livestock.

2. Moses
The leader of the Israelites who mediated between God and the people, ensuring that the tribes' request aligned with God's will.

3. The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant God of Israel, whose commands and promises are central to the account.

4. The Jordan River
A significant geographical boundary for the Israelites, representing the border of the Promised Land.

5. The Promised Land
The land promised by God to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, symbolizing God's faithfulness and provision.
Teaching Points
Obedience to God's Commands
The response of the tribes of Gad and Reuben highlights the importance of obedience to God's directives. Their commitment to do as the LORD has said serves as a model for believers to follow God's will in their lives.

Faithfulness in Promises
The tribes' promise to assist in the conquest of Canaan before settling in their chosen land underscores the value of keeping one's word. Christians are called to be faithful in their commitments, reflecting God's faithfulness.

Community and Cooperation
The agreement between the tribes and Moses illustrates the necessity of working together for the common good. Believers are encouraged to support one another in fulfilling God's purposes.

Trust in God's Provision
The willingness of the tribes to trust in God's plan for their settlement demonstrates reliance on divine provision. Christians are reminded to trust in God's timing and provision for their needs.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The Gadites
בְנֵי־ (ḇə·nê-)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

and Reubenites
וּבְנֵ֥י (ū·ḇə·nê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

replied,
וַיַּֽעֲנ֧וּ (way·ya·‘ă·nū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 6030: To answer, respond

“As
אֲשֶׁ֨ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

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

has spoken
דִּבֶּ֧ר (dib·ber)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

your servants,
עֲבָדֶ֖יךָ (‘ă·ḇā·ḏe·ḵā)
Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular
Strong's 5650: Slave, servant

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

we will do.
נַעֲשֶֽׂה׃ (na·‘ă·śeh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common plural
Strong's 6213: To do, make


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