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Now to the one half-tribe of Manasseh Moses had given [inheritance] in Bashan; but to the other half gave Joshua among their brothers beyond the Jordan westward; moreover when Joshua sent them away to their tents, he blessed them,

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Repetition with a Purpose

Commentators note that the Bible sometimes repeats information, as seen here with the division of Manasseh. This isn't a mistake but a feature of ancient Hebrew writing. It was done to make each section of the story complete and understandable on its own, ensuring the reader has all the necessary context for the current event.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Joshua 22:7–8

18th Century

Theologian

The insertion of this explanation about the half tribe, and the repetition of Joshua’s farewell, are examples of a marked characteristic of very an…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Joshua 22:7–8

19th Century

Bishop

Joshua blesses the half tribe of Manasseh that lived on the west of Jordan.

(Joshua 22:7) When Joshua sent them away also to…

John Gill

John Gill

On Joshua 22:7

17th Century

Pastor

Now to the [one] half of the tribe of Manasseh Moses has given
[possession] in Bashan

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Joshua 22:1–9

17th Century

Minister

Joshua dismisses the tribes with good counsel. Those who have the commandment have it in vain unless they do the commandment. Moreover, it will not…