Joshua 21:6

German (Die Heilige Schrift (Schlachter 1951))

Aber den Kindern Gersons wurden durch das Los dreizehn Städte gegeben von den Geschlechtern des Stammes Issaschar, vom Stamm Asser und vom Stamm Naphtali und vom halben Stamm Manasse zu Basan.

Was bedeutet das?

This verse tells us that the Gershon family received thirteen cities from different tribes as their inheritance. It includes tribes like Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, and part of Manasseh in Bashan. The cities were given to them by lot, meaning they were chosen randomly.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine you and your friends are dividing up candy equally. The Gershon family got their share of candy cities from other groups of friends. The candy cities were picked by drawing straws, so everyone had a fair chance.

Historischer Hintergrund

This verse is part of the book of Joshua, written by Joshua around 1400-1300 B.C.E. It was intended for the Israelites who were about to settle in the Promised Land. The text reflects the cultural practice of allocating land through a lottery system to ensure fairness.

Anwendung für heute

In today's context, this could apply to how we handle inheritances or shared resources. Just like the Gershon family received their share through a fair process, we should strive to distribute assets in a way that is equitable and transparent.

Themen

• inheritance
• fairness
• land distribution
• tribal divisions
• community
• provision

Verwandte Verse

• Numbers 33:54
• Joshua 14:1
• Joshua 18:10
• 1 Chronicles 6:70
• Ezekiel 47:22

Häufige Fragen

Why did the Gershon family receive cities by lot?

The lot system ensured a fair and impartial distribution of land among the various families and tribes, preventing favoritism and conflict.

How many cities did the Gershon family receive?

The Gershon family received thirteen cities from different tribes as their inheritance.

Which tribes contributed cities to the Gershon family?

The cities were given from the tribes of Issachar, Asher, Naphtali, and part of the tribe of Manasseh in Bashan.

What does this verse tell us about ancient Israelite practices?

This verse shows the practice of allocating land through a lottery system, reflecting a commitment to fairness and equitable distribution among the tribes.