Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Joshua 22:21 Cross-References

Explore 9 cross-references for Joshua 22:21 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Joshua chapter 22 verse 21 to related passages throughout the Bible.

Then the children of Reuben and the children of Gad and the half tribe of Manasseh answered, and said unto the heads of the thousands of Israel,

Joshua 22:21 (KJV)

Historical Context for Joshua 22:21

People Mentioned

R
Reubenfirstborn son of Jacob (GEN 29:32), son of Leah
G
Gadseventh-born son of Jacob (GEN 30:11, GEN 35:26), son of Zilpah, Leah's handmaid
M
Manassehfirstborn son of Joseph (GEN 41:51)
J
Jacobsecond-born son of Isaac (GEN 25:25-26)

Commentary on Joshua 22:21

Then the children of Reuben and the children of Gad and the half tribe of Manasseh answered, and said unto the heads of the thousands of Israel—The Transjordan tribes respond with a formal, carefully structured defense. The repetition of all three tribal groups emphasizes their unified response—this was not a rogue action by one tribe but a deliberate decision by all the eastern tribes together.The phrase "heads of the thousands" (רָאשֵׁי אַלְפֵי, rashei alphei) mirrors the delegation's composition (verse 14), showing mutual respect. The accused tribes take the charges seriously enough to answ...

Source: KJV Study Commentary

Cross-References for Joshua 22:21

Ranked by relevance from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Cross-references sourced from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Continue Studying

Related Resources