Joshua 18:7

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

لَكِنْ لَنْ يَكُونَ لِلَّاوِيِّينَ حِصَّةٌ فِي الأرْضِ بَيْنَكُمْ لِأنَّ كَهَنُوتَ اللهِ هُوَ مِيرَاثُهُمْ. وَأمَّا جَادٌ وَرَأُوبَيْنُ وَنِصْفُ قَبِيلَةِ مَنَسَّى فَقَدْ أخَذُوا مِيرَاثَهُمْ فِي الجِهَةِ الشَّرقِيَّةِ مِنَ نَهْرِ الأُرْدُنِّ الَّذِي أعطَاهُ مُوسَى خَادِمُ اللهِ لَهُمْ.»

What Does This Mean?

This verse explains that the Levites won't get land like the other tribes because their job is to serve God. It also mentions that Gad, Reuben, and half of Manasseh already got their land on the other side of the Jordan River, given to them by Moses.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a group of friends who help set up and clean up at every party. They don't get a special party room of their own because they're always helping with the party stuff. That's like the Levites and how they help with God’s special house. Also, some of your friends already have their own rooms, given to them by a wise, older friend named Moses.

Historical Background

Joshua 18:7 is part of the Book of Joshua, written by Joshua or someone close to his time, around 1350-1200 BCE. It was written for the Israelites who were about to settle in the Promised Land, describing how the land was divided among the tribes, with special considerations for the Levites and certain tribes that received their inheritance earlier.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you're part of a team where each member has a unique role. Some roles may not get certain perks that others do, but they're essential. Just like the Levites who didn't get land but played a crucial role in serving God, each member's contribution is valuable.

Topics

• service
• inheritance
• tribes
• priesthood
• roles
• God's work

Related Verses

• Numbers 18:20
• Deuteronomy 10:9
• Joshua 13:8
• 1 Chronicles 6:66
• Acts 7:54

Frequently Asked Questions

Why didn't the Levites receive land?

The Levites were chosen to serve God exclusively, and their role as priests was their inheritance, so they didn't receive land like the other tribes.

Who gave the inheritance to Gad, Reuben, and half of Manasseh?

Moses gave these tribes their inheritance on the other side of the Jordan River before the conquest of Canaan.

What does this verse teach about roles and responsibilities?

It teaches that each person or group has a unique role and responsibility, and these roles can differ in terms of rewards and benefits.

How can this verse be applied in a church context?

Church leaders can use this verse to highlight the importance of diverse roles within the church, emphasizing that each role, whether it involves direct service or other responsibilities, is valuable and essential.