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

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God's Faithful Provision

Commentator John Gill explains that the inheritance given to the tribe of Asher was a direct fulfillment of earlier prophecies by Jacob (Genesis 49:20) and Moses (Deuteronomy 33:24). This serves as a powerful reminder of God's faithfulness. The land was not just adequate but a 'goodly heritage' and 'very fruitful,' showing that God's provision is often abundant and exceeds expectations.

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John Gill

John Gill

On Joshua 19:31

17th Century

Pastor

This [is] the inheritance of the tribe of the children of
Asher
As before described, …

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Joshua 19:17–51

17th Century

Minister

Joshua waited until all the tribes were settled before he asked for any provision for himself. He was content to be unsettled until he saw them all…