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Jošua, 12

1. Ovo su zemaljski kraljevi što su ih pobijedili Izraelci i osvojili njihovu zemlju s onu stranu Jordana k istoku, od potoka Arnona do gore Hermona, sa svom Arabom na istoku:

1. Hi sunt reges, quos percusserunt filii Israel et possederunt terram eorum trans Iordanem ad solis ortum, a torrente Arnon usque ad montem Hermon et omnem orientalem plagam Arabae.

2. Sihon, kralj amorejski, koji je stolovao u Hešbonu; njegovo se kraljevstvo protezalo od Aroera, koji leži na rubu doline potoka Arnona, sredinom doline i polovinom Gileada pa do potoka Jaboka, gdje je granièilo s Amoncima;

2. Sehon rex Amorraeorum, qui habitavit in Hesebon, dominatus est ab Aroer, quae sita est super ripam torrentis Arnon, et a media parte vallis et in dimidia parte Galaad usque ad torrentem Iaboc, qui est terminus filiorum Ammon;

3. i na istoku mu bila Araba do Keneretskog mora s jedne strane i sve do Arabskog ili Slanog mora prema Bet Haješimotu; i dalje na jugu do obronaka Pisge.

3. et in Araba usque ad mare Chenereth in oriente et usque ad mare Arabae, quod est mare Salsissimum, ad orientalem plagam in via, quae ducit Bethiesimoth, et in australi parte, quae iacet ad radices Phasga.

4. Meðašio s njime Og, kralj bašanski, jedan od posljednjih Refaimaca; stolovao je u Aštarotu i Edreju.

4. Terminus Og regis Basan de reliquiis Raphaim, qui habitavit in Astharoth et in Edrai,

5. A vladao je gorom Hermonom i Salkom, èitavim Bašanom sve do gešurske i maakadske meðe te drugom polovinom Gileada sve do granice Sihona, kralja hešbonskoga.

5. et dominatus est in monte Hermon et in Salcha atque in universa Basan usque ad terminos Gesuri et Maachathi et in dimidia parte Galaad usque ad terminos Sehon regis Hesebon.

6. Mojsije, sluga Jahvin, i sinovi Izraelovi sve su ih pobili i predao je Mojsije, sluga Jahvin, tu zemlju u posjed plemenu Rubenovu i Gadovu plemenu te polovini plemena Manašeova.

6. Moyses famulus Domini et filii Israel percusserunt eos; tradiditque terram eorum Moyses in possessionem Rubenitis et Gaditis et dimidiae tribui Manasse.

7. A ovo su zemaljski kraljevi što su ih pobijedili Jošua i sinovi Izraelovi s ovu stranu Jordana k zapadu, od Baal Gada u libanonskoj ravnici pa do gore Halaka, koja se diže prema Seiru, a tu je zemlju Jošua dao u baštinu plemenima Izraelovim prema njihovim dijelovima,

7. Hi sunt reges terrae, quos percussit Iosue et filii Israel trans Iordanem ad occidentalem plagam, a Baalgad in campo Libani usque ad montem Calvum, qui ascendit in Seir; tradiditque eam Iosue in possessionem tribubus Israel, singulis partes suas,

8. u Gorju, u Šefeli, u Arabi i po obroncima, u Pustinji te u Negebu: zemlju hetitsku, amorejsku i kanaansku, perižansku, hivijsku i jebusejsku:

8. tam in montanis quam in Sephela, in Araba et in declivibus et in solitudine ac in Nageb; Hetthaeus fuit et Amorraeus, Chananaeus et Pherezaeus, Hevaeus et Iebusaeus:

9. jerihonski kralj, jedan; kralj Aja kod Betela, jedan;

9. rex Iericho unus, rex Hai, quae est ex latere Bethel, unus,

10. jeruzalemski kralj, jedan; hebronski kralj, jedan;

10. rex Ierusalem unus, rex Hebron unus,

11. jarmutski kralj, jedan; lakiški kralj, jedan;

11. rex Ierimoth unus, rex Lachis unus,

12. eglonski kralj, jedan; gezerski kralj, jedan;

12. rex Eglon unus, rex Gazer unus,

13. debirski kralj, jedan; gederski kralj, jedan;

13. rex Dabir unus, rex Gader unus,

14. hormski kralj, jedan; aradski kralj, jedan;

14. rex Horma unus, rex Arad unus,

15. kralj Libne, jedan; adulamski kralj, jedan;

15. rex Lobna unus, rex Odollam unus,

16. makedski kralj, jedan; betelski kralj, jedan;

16. rex Maceda unus, rex Bethel unus,

17. kralj Tapuaha, jedan; heferski kralj, jedan;

17. rex Thapphua unus, rex Opher unus,

18. afeèki kralj, jedan; šaronski kralj, jedan;

18. rex Aphec unus, rex Saron unus,

19. madonski kralj, jedan; hasorski kralj, jedan;

19. rex Madon unus, rex Asor unus,

20. šimron-meronski kralj, jedan; ahšafski kralj, jedan;

20. rex Semeron unus, rex Achsaph unus,

21. tanaaèki kralj, jedan; megidski kralj, jedan;

21. rex Thanach unus, rex Mageddo unus,

22. kedeški kralj, jedan; kralj Jokneama na Karmelu, jedan;

22. rex Cedes unus, rex Iecnaam Carmeli unus,

23. dorski kralj u pokrajini dorskoj, jedan; gojski kralj u Gilgalu, jedan;

23. rex Dor et provinciae Dor unus, rex gentium Galgal unus,

24. tirški kralj, jedan. U svemu trideset i jedan kralj.

24. rex Thersa unus: omnes reges triginta unus.



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Footnotes:

12:1-6 - The list of kings defeated by Moses and Joshua serves as a testament to God's power in delivering the promised land to His people. This remembrance is a call to gratitude and recognition of God's faithfulness (see also Psalm 77:11-12 and 1 Thessalonians 5:18).

12:7-24 - The enumeration of the defeated kings illustrates the totality of the conquest of Canaan. This passage emphasizes the importance of remembering past victories as an incentive to face present challenges (see also Deuteronomy 7:18-19 and Philippians 3:13-14).

12:1-24 - The division of the land among the tribes of Israel is a fulfillment of God's promises. This division symbolizes the inheritance God reserves for His people, reinforcing the idea that every believer has a place and purpose in God's plan (see also Colossians 1:12 and Ephesians 1:11).

12:24 - The final account of the defeated kings emphasizes God's complete victory over Israel's enemies. This serves as a powerful reminder that God is faithful to all His promises and that spiritual battles must be faced with courage and faith (see also 1 Corinthians 15:57 and Romans 8:37).

12:24 - The victory over the Canaanite kings reinforces the idea that obedience and trust in God lead to lasting victories. This message encourages Christians to persevere in faith, knowing that victory is guaranteed in Christ (see also 1 John 5:4 and Revelation 21:7).

Verses related to Jošua, 12:

Joshua chapter 12 presents a summary of Israel's achievements. What lessons can we learn from this recap? This text catalogs the kings defeated by Moses east of the Jordan and by Joshua in Canaan. The chapter emphasizes God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises and the role of human leadership in the divine plan. Joshua 12 also serves as a historical testimony to Israel's victories. Reflect with us on five biblical passages that relate to the commemorative themes of this recapitulative chapter.

1 Corinthians 15:57: "But thanks be to God, who gives us victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." - This verse echoes the theme of victory present in Joshua 12, but applies it to spiritual victory in Christ.

Psalms 44:3: "For it was not by his sword that they conquered the land, nor was it his arm that gave them victory; it was your right hand, your arm and the light of your face, because you loved them." - This psalm reflects on the achievements listed in Joshua 12, attributing them to divine favor, not human power.

Deuteronomy 3:21-22: "At that time I commanded Joshua: 'You have seen with your own eyes everything that the Lord your God did to these two kings. The Lord will do the same to all the kingdoms to which you are crossing the river.'" - This passage provides context for the achievements listed in Joshua 12, showing that they were foreseen and promised by God.

Nehemiah 9:24: "His sons entered and took possession of the land. You subjected the Canaanites, who inhabited the land, to them, giving them into their hands, both their kings and the people of the land, so that they could do with them as they pleased." - Nehemiah recalls the achievements listed in Joshua 12, seeing them as fulfillment of God's promises.

2 Corinthians 2:14: "But thanks be to God, who always leads us victoriously in Christ and through us exudes the fragrance of his knowledge everywhere." - Paul uses the language of triumph, echoing the victories listed in Joshua 12 but applying it to the spread of the gospel.

FAQ:

How many kings were defeated by Moses and Joshua, according to the book of Joshua?

The book of Joshua lists 31 kings defeated by Moses and Joshua, divided between the kingdoms east of the Jordan and those in the land of Canaan. (Joshua 12:7-24)

How did victory over the kings contribute to the distribution of land among the tribes of Israel?

The victories over the kings allowed the land to be divided among the tribes of Israel, according to God’s instructions and the covenant made with them. (Joshua 12:1-6)

What was the role of Moses and Joshua in the conquest of the lands beyond the Jordan?

Moses conquered land east of the Jordan, while Joshua conquered land west of it, fulfilling God's promise to deliver the promised land to Israel. (Joshua 12:1)

What were the main cities conquered by Joshua during his campaigns?

Joshua conquered several important cities, including Jericho and Ai, which were strategic for controlling the promised land. (Joshua 12:9-24)

How did the conquest of kings and cities impact the political organization of Israel?

The conquest and division of the land organized Israel into tribes and territories, establishing a political and administrative structure that would last for generations. (Joshua 12:7-24)


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