Joshua 19:16 kjv — This is the inheritance of the children of Zebulun according to their families, these cities with their villages.

King James Version

"This is the inheritance of the children of Zebulun according to their families, these cities with their villages."

— Joshua 19:16, King James Version

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Joshua 19 — Context

13

And from thence passeth on along on the east to Gittah–hepher, to Ittah–kazin, and goeth out to Remmon–methoar to Neah;

14

And the border compasseth it on the north side to Hannathon: and the outgoings thereof are in the valley of Jiphthah–el:

15

And Kattath, and Nahallal, and Shimron, and Idalah, and Beth–lehem: twelve cities with their villages.

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This is the inheritance of the children of Zebulun according to their families, these cities with their villages.

17

And the fourth lot came out to Issachar, for the children of Issachar according to their families.

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And their border was toward Jezreel, and Chesulloth, and Shunem,

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And Hapharaim, and Shion, and Anaharath,

Joshua 19:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Joshua 19:16 say?
Joshua 19:16 in the King James Version reads: “This is the inheritance of the children of Zebulun according to their families, these cities with their villages.”
Where is Joshua 19:16 in the Bible?
Joshua 19:16 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Joshua, chapter 19, verse 16.
Who wrote Joshua?
Joshua is traditionally attributed to Joshua (traditional). Traditionally written by Joshua with later additions noting his death and burial. It was written c. 1405–1380 BC.
What is the book of Joshua about?
Joshua is the account of Israel's entry into Canaan under Moses' successor — the crossing of the Jordan, the fall of Jericho, the conquest of the land, and its division among the twelve tribes. It is a record of God's faithfulness to his covenant promise to Abraham.
What are the major themes of Joshua?
Joshua explores themes including Conquest, Faithfulness, Inheritance, Courage, Holy War. These themes shape the meaning and context of Joshua 19:16.
What translation should I read Joshua 19:16 in?
Joshua 19:16 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Joshua 19:16?
Joshua 19:16 reads (KJV): “This is the inheritance of the children of Zebulun according to their families, these cities with their villages.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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