Joshua 21:34 net — They assigned to the Merarite clans(the remaining Levites) the following cities: from the tribe of Zebulun: Jokneam, Ka…

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"They assigned to the Merarite clans(the remaining Levites) the following cities: from the tribe of Zebulun: Jokneam, Kartah,"

— Joshua 21:34, NET Bible

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Joshua 21 — Context

31

Helkath, and Rehob, along with the grazing areas of each– a total of four cities;

32

from the tribe of Naphtali: Kedesh in Galilee(a city of refuge for one who committed manslaughter), Hammoth Dor, and Kartan, along with the grazing areas of each– a total of three cities.

33

The Gershonite clans received thirteen cities and their grazing areas.

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They assigned to the Merarite clans(the remaining Levites) the following cities: from the tribe of Zebulun: Jokneam, Kartah,

35

Dimnah, and Nahalal, along with the grazing areas of each– a total of four cities;

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from the tribe of Reuben: Bezer, Jahaz,

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Kedemoth, and Mephaath, along with the grazing areas of each– a total of four cities;

Joshua 21:34 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Joshua 21:34 say?
Joshua 21:34 in the NET Bible reads: “They assigned to the Merarite clans(the remaining Levites) the following cities: from the tribe of Zebulun: Jokneam, Kartah,”
Where is Joshua 21:34 in the Bible?
Joshua 21:34 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Joshua, chapter 21, verse 34.
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 21:34.
What translation should I read Joshua 21:34 in?
Joshua 21:34 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 21:34?
Joshua 21:34 reads (NET): “They assigned to the Merarite clans(the remaining Levites) the following cities: from the tribe of Zebulun: Jokneam, Kartah,” 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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