King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And if he have no daughter, then ye shall give his inheritance unto his brethren.
Complete Jewish Bible:
If he doesn't have a daughter, give his inheritance to his brothers.
Berean Standard Bible:
If he has no daughter, give his inheritance to his brothers.
American Standard Version:
And if he have no daughter, then ye shall give his inheritance unto his brethren.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And if he have no daughter{H1323}, then ye shall give{H5414} his inheritance{H5159} unto his brethren{H251}.
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Commentary for Numbers 27:9
1. Themes:
- Inheritance Laws: Numbers 27:9 addresses the topic of inheritance within the Israelite community, emphasizing the importance of property rights and the orderly transmission of hereditary possessions.
- Gender and Family Hierarchy: The verse reflects the patriarchal structure of Israelite society, where male relatives have priority in inheritance matters, particularly when there are no female heirs.
- Legal Precedent: This verse is part of a broader legal code given by God through Moses, establishing principles for the fair distribution of property and the continuity of family lines.
2. Historical Context:
- The book of Numbers recounts events in the wilderness following the Exodus, as the Israelites journey towards the Promised Land. The laws given in this context were meant to shape the new society they were to establish.
- The specific context of Numbers 27 is a series of legal rulings and procedural instructions, including the establishment of female inheritance rights in the absence of male heirs (as seen in the case of Zelophehad's daughters earlier in the chapter).
- The verse is situated within the broader ancient Near Eastern context where inheritance was crucial for the preservation of family identity, religion, and economic stability.
- The laws provided guidance for the Israelites as they transitioned from a nomadic lifestyle to a more settled, agrarian society in Canaan, where land ownership was central to communal life.
In summary, Numbers 27:9 continues the theme of inheritance laws in ancient Israel, reinforcing the patriarchal social structure while setting a precedent for the systematic transfer of property within families. This verse is part of the legal codes developed during the formative period of Israel's history, as they prepared to enter and establish themselves in the land of Canaan.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H1323
There are 499 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בַּת
Transliteration: bath
Pronunciation: bath
Description: from בָּנָה (as feminine of בֵּן); a daughter (used in the same wide sense as other terms of relationship, literally and figuratively); apple (of the eye), branch, company, daughter, [idiom] first, [idiom] old, [phrase] owl, town, village. - Strong's Number: H5414
There are 1816 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נָתַן
Transliteration: nâthan
Pronunciation: naw-than'
Description: a primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.); add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. - Strong's Number: H5159
There are 191 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נַחֲלָה
Transliteration: nachălâh
Pronunciation: nakh-al-aw'
Description: from נָחַל (in its usual sense); properly, something inherited, i.e. (abstractly) occupancy, or (concretely) an heirloom; generally an estate, patrimony or portion; heritage, to inherit, inheritance, possession. Compare נַחַל. - Strong's Number: H251
There are 636 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָח
Transliteration: ʼâch
Pronunciation: awkh
Description: a primitive word; a brother (used in the widest sense of literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance (like father)); another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'.