Joshua 21:40 asv — All these were the cities of the children of Merari according to their families, even the rest of the families of the L…

American Standard Version

"All these were the cities of the children of Merari according to their families, even the rest of the families of the Levites; and their lot was twelve cities. "

— Joshua 21:40, American Standard Version

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Joshua 21 — Context

37

Kedemoth with its suburbs, and Mephaath with its suburbs; four cities.

38

And out of the tribe of Gad, Ramoth in Gilead with its suburbs, the city of refuge for the manslayer, and Mahanaim with its suburbs,

39

Heshbon with its suburbs, Jazer with its suburbs; four cities in all.

40

All these were the cities of the children of Merari according to their families, even the rest of the families of the Levites; and their lot was twelve cities.

41

All the cities of the Levites in the midst of the possession of the children of Israel were forty and eight cities with their suburbs.

42

These cities were every one with their suburbs round about them: thus it was with all these cities.

43

So Jehovah gave unto Israel all the land which he sware to give unto their fathers; and they possessed it, and dwelt therein.

Joshua 21:40 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Joshua 21:40 say?
Joshua 21:40 in the American Standard Version reads: “All these were the cities of the children of Merari according to their families, even the rest of the families of the Levites; and their lot was twelve cities. ”
Where is Joshua 21:40 in the Bible?
Joshua 21:40 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Joshua, chapter 21, verse 40.
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 21:40.
What translation should I read Joshua 21:40 in?
Joshua 21:40 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 21:40?
Joshua 21:40 reads (ASV): “All these were the cities of the children of Merari according to their families, even the rest of the families of the Levites; and their lot was twelve cities. ” 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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