dwelling placesמוֹשָׁבָה
mowshabah · Hebrew Noun
The formal residence or habitation assigned to individuals or groups, often denoting a place of belonging or inheritance within the covenant community.
bordersגְּבוּל
gebul · Hebrew Noun
The administrative or geographical territories assigned to groups, marking boundaries of responsibility and inheritance under the covenant.
sons of Aaronאַהֲרֹן
Aharown · Hebrew Proper Noun
The priestly line descended from Aaron, set apart for the service of the tabernacle and later the temple, representing the mediatorial ministry in Israel.
clansמִשְׁפָּחָה
mishpachah · Hebrew Noun
A family or extended kinship group, often defined by a common ancestor, functioning as a primary unit of social and religious organization in Israel.
Kohathitesקְהָתִי
Qehatiy · Hebrew Proper Noun (Adjective)
A descendant of Levi through whom the priestly line (the Kohathites) was established, signifying the lineage tasked with the care of the holy vessels.
lotגּוֹרָל
gowral · Hebrew Noun
A method used to determine the will of God or the distribution of land and responsibilities, demonstrating that the inheritance was sovereignly granted by the Lord.
Hebronחֶבְרוֹן
Chebrown · Hebrew Proper Noun
A major city in Judah, significant as a place of refuge and an ancestral burial site for the patriarchs, later designated as a priestly city.
pasturelandsמִגְרָשׁ
migrash · Hebrew Noun
Open grazing land surrounding a city, provided specifically for the livestock of the Levites, symbolizing God’s provision for those dedicated to His service.
fieldsשָׂדֶה
sadeh · Hebrew Noun
Refers to rural or uncultivated land surrounding a city, often used for crops or grazing livestock. In this context, it highlights the provision for the Levitical cities to sustain the priests and their families.
villagesחָצֵר
chatser · Hebrew Noun
Small, often unwalled settlements dependent on a central city. Biblically, these illustrate the expansion and societal organization of the Israelite tribes within their allotted territories.
sons of Aaronבֵּן / אַהֲרֹן
ben / Aharon · Hebrew Noun phrase
Referring to the descendants of Aaron the high priest, who were set apart by God for the service of the tabernacle and later the temple. They held the exclusive priesthood and were responsible for the sacrificial system and spiritual leadership of Israel.
cities of refugeמִקְלָט
miqlat · Hebrew Noun
Designated cities established under Mosaic Law where a person who committed unintentional manslaughter could flee for asylum to escape the avenger of blood. These cities served as reminders of God’s justice, mercy, and provision for the protection of life.
pasturelandsמִגְרָשׁ
migrash · Hebrew Noun
Open land surrounding a Levitical city reserved for the priests’ livestock and common use. These lands were strictly regulated to ensure the priests remained supported without needing to own large agricultural estates.
tribeשֵׁבֶט
shevet · Hebrew Noun
A major division of the nation of Israel descending from one of Jacob's sons. Each tribe was assigned specific territory in Canaan, and tribal identity remained central to the social, religious, and legal structure of the nation.
clansמִשְׁפָּחָה
mishpachah · Hebrew Noun
Refers to extended family groups or tribal sub-divisions. Clans were the primary units for land inheritance, military organization, and legal accountability within Israel.
Kohathitesקְהָתִי
qĕhātî · Hebrew Proper Noun / Adjective
Refers to the descendants of Kohath, one of the three major divisions of the Levites, who were specifically tasked with the care of the holy vessels of the Tabernacle.
lotגּוֹרָל
gôrāl · Hebrew Noun
The casting of lots was a method used in the Old Testament to determine the will or direction of God, often used to distribute inheritance or responsibilities, acknowledging God's sovereignty over the outcome.
Manassehמְנַשֶּׁה
mĕnaššeh · Hebrew Proper Noun
A major tribe descended from the son of Joseph; in this context, 'half of Manasseh' refers to the portion of the tribe settled on the west side of the Jordan River.
Gershomitesגֵּרְשׁוֹם
gēršôm · Hebrew Proper Noun
Descendants of Gershom, the eldest son of Levi; they were assigned specific duties regarding the transport of the curtains and coverings of the Tabernacle.
