King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And Bethpeor, and Ashdothpisgah, and Bethjeshimoth,
Complete Jewish Bible:
Beit-P'or, the slopes of Pisgah, Beit-Yeshimot,
Berean Standard Bible:
Beth-peor, the slopes of Pisgah, and Beth-jeshimoth—
American Standard Version:
and Beth-peor, and the slopes of Pisgah, and Beth-jeshimoth,
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And Bethpeor{H1047}, and Ashdothpisgah{H798}{H794}, and Bethjeshimoth{H1020},
Cross-References (KJV):
Joshua 12:3
- And from the plain to the sea of Chinneroth on the east, and unto the sea of the plain, [even] the salt sea on the east, the way to Bethjeshimoth; and from the south, under Ashdothpisgah:
Deuteronomy 4:46
- On this side Jordan, in the valley over against Bethpeor, in the land of Sihon king of the Amorites, who dwelt at Heshbon, whom Moses and the children of Israel smote, after they were come forth out of Egypt:
Ezekiel 25:9
- Therefore, behold, I will open the side of Moab from the cities, from his cities [which are] on his frontiers, the glory of the country, Bethjeshimoth, Baalmeon, and Kiriathaim,
Numbers 25:3
- And Israel joined himself unto Baalpeor: and the anger of the LORD was kindled against Israel.
Deuteronomy 3:17
- The plain also, and Jordan, and the coast [thereof], from Chinnereth even unto the sea of the plain, [even] the salt sea, under Ashdothpisgah eastward.
Numbers 33:49
- And they pitched by Jordan, from Bethjesimoth [even] unto Abelshittim in the plains of Moab.
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Commentary for Joshua 13:20
Joshua 13:20 is a verse from the Hebrew Bible or Old Testament, specifically from the Book of Joshua. This book is named after its central figure, Joshua, who succeeded Moses as the leader of the Israelites. The book narrates the story of the Israelites' conquest and settlement of the land of Canaan, which God had promised to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
The verse itself is part of a detailed list of tribal allotments, describing the territories assigned to the tribes of Israel after they had crossed the Jordan River and begun to possess the land. The verse mentions three specific locations: Beth-peor, Ashdoth-pisgah, and Beth-jeshimoth. These places were situated in the region east of the Jordan River, also known as Transjordan.
Beth-peor was likely a place of significance as it was associated with the death of Moses, who viewed the Promised Land from Mount Nebo in the region of Moab (Deuteronomy 34:1-6). Ashdoth-pisgah is thought to refer to the slopes or perhaps the springs of Mount Pisgah, which is also associated with the area where Moses was buried. Beth-jeshimoth was a town located near the eastern shore of the Dead Sea, and it marked part of the southern boundary of the tribe of Reuben's territory.
In summary, Joshua 13:20 reflects the historical process of the Israelites dividing the land of Canaan among their tribes, as commanded by God. It highlights specific geographical locations that held historical and spiritual significance for the Israelites, particularly in connection with the end of Moses' life and the beginning of Joshua's leadership. This verse is part of the broader narrative that demonstrates God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to His people by giving them an inheritance in the land.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H1047
There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בֵּית פְּעוֹר
Transliteration: Bêyth Pᵉʻôwr
Pronunciation: bayth pe-ore'
Description: from בַּיִת and פְּעוֹר; house of Peor; Beth-Peor, a place East of the Jordan; Bethpeor. - Strong's Number: H798
There are 43 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַשְׁדּוֹת הַפִּסְגָּה
Transliteration: ʼAshdôwth hap-Piçgâh
Pronunciation: ash-doth' hap-pisgaw'
Description: from the plural of אֲשֵׁדָה and פִּסְגָּה with the article interposed; ravines of the Pisgah; Ashdoth-Pisgah, a place east of the Jordan; Ashdoth-pisgah. - Strong's Number: H794
There are 42 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֲשֵׁדָה
Transliteration: ʼăshêdâh
Pronunciation: ash-ay-daw'
Description: feminine of אֶשֶׁד; a ravine; springs. - Strong's Number: H1020
There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בֵּית הַיְשִׁימוֹת
Transliteration: Bêyth ha-Yshîy-môwth
Pronunciation: bayth hah-yesh-eemoth'
Description: from בַּיִת and the plural of יְשִׁימַה with the article interposed; house of the deserts; Beth-ha-Jeshimoth, a town East of the Jordan; Beth-jeshimoth.