King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Gad, a troop shall overcome him: but he shall overcome at the last.
Complete Jewish Bible:
"Gad [troop]- a troop will troop on him, but he will troop on their heel.
Berean Standard Bible:
Gad will be attacked by raiders, but he will attack their heels.
American Standard Version:
Gad, a troop shall press upon him; But he shall press upon their heel.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Gad{H1410}, a troop{H1416} shall overcome{H1464} him: but he shall overcome{H1464} at the last{H6119}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Genesis 30:11
- And Leah said, A troop cometh: and she called his name Gad.
1 Chronicles 5:26
- And the God of Israel stirred up the spirit of Pul king of Assyria, and the spirit of Tilgathpilneser king of Assyria, and he carried them away, even the Reubenites, and the Gadites, and the half tribe of Manasseh, and brought them unto Halah, and Habor, and Hara, and to the river Gozan, unto this day.
1 Chronicles 5:11
- And the children of Gad dwelt over against them, in the land of Bashan unto Salchah:
1 Chronicles 5:22
- For there fell down many slain, because the war [was] of God. And they dwelt in their steads until the captivity.
Joshua 13:8
- With whom the Reubenites and the Gadites have received their inheritance, which Moses gave them, beyond Jordan eastward, [even] as Moses the servant of the LORD gave them;
Genesis 46:16
- And the sons of Gad; Ziphion, and Haggi, Shuni, and Ezbon, Eri, and Arodi, and Areli.
Deuteronomy 33:20
- And of Gad he said, Blessed [be] he that enlargeth Gad: he dwelleth as a lion, and teareth the arm with the crown of the head.
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Commentary for Genesis 49:19
Genesis 49:19 is part of the blessings and prophecies that Jacob, also known as Israel, bestows upon his sons in the final chapter of the Book of Genesis. The verse pertains to Gad, one of Jacob's sons, and reflects both a prediction of future events and a reflection on the character or destiny of the tribe of Gad.
**Themes:**
1. **Struggle and Victory:** The verse suggests a dynamic of initial conflict or subjugation followed by eventual triumph. This theme of resilience and ultimate victory is a recurring motif in biblical narratives.
2. **Tribal Identity:** The blessing speaks to the unique identity and role of each tribe within the nation of Israel. Gad's tribe is portrayed as one that will face challenges but also possess the strength and determination to prevail.
3. **Divine Sovereignty:** Jacob's blessings reflect the belief in a preordained destiny for each tribe, as directed by God. This underscores the theme of divine providence in shaping the history and fate of Israel's descendants.
**Historical Context:**
The verse is set in the context of ancient Israel, where tribal affiliations and the territories they inhabited were of great importance. Historically, the tribe of Gad settled east of the Jordan River, a region prone to conflict due to its strategic location. This tribe was known for its martial prowess and was often involved in skirmishes with neighboring peoples.
In the time of Moses, the tribe of Gad was one of the tribes that requested and received land on the east side of the Jordan, which was rich pastureland suitable for their large numbers of livestock. This choice of settlement placed them in a position where they had to defend their territory against various adversaries.
The verse's prediction of Gad being initially overcome by a troop but eventually overcoming reflects the historical reality of the tribe's experiences with conflict and their resilience in maintaining their territory and autonomy. It also serves as an encouragement for the tribe to remain steadfast in the face of adversity, trusting in their eventual success as part of God's plan for them.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H1410
There are 67 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גָּד
Transliteration: Gâd
Pronunciation: gawd
Description: from גּוּד; Gad, a son of Jacob, including his tribe and its territory; also a prophet; Gad. - Strong's Number: H1416
There are 29 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גְּדוּד
Transliteration: gᵉdûwd
Pronunciation: ghed-ood'
Description: from גָּדַד; a crowd (especially of soldiers); army, band (of men), company, troop (of robbers). - Strong's Number: H1464
There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גּוּד
Transliteration: gûwd
Pronunciation: goode
Description: a primitive root (akin to גָּדַד); to crowd upon, i.e. attack; invade, overcome. - Strong's Number: H6119
There are 13 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָקֵב
Transliteration: ʻâqêb
Pronunciation: aw-kabe'
Description: or (feminine) עִקְּבָה; from עָקַב; a heel (as protuberant); hence, a track; figuratively, the rear (of an army); heel, (horse-) hoof, last, lier in wait (by mistake for עָקֵב), (foot-) step.