1. accesserunt autem et principes familiarum Galaad filii Machir filii Manasse de stirpe filiorum Joseph locutique sunt Mosi coram principibus Israël atque dixerunt
2. tibi domino nostro præcepit Dominus ut terram sorte divideres filiis Israël et ut filiabus Salphaad fratris nostri dares possessionem debitam patri
3. quas si alterius tribus homines uxores acceperint sequetur possessio sua et translata ad aliam tribum de nostra hereditate minuetur
4. atque ita fiet ut cum jobeleus id est quinquagesimus annus remissionis advenerit confundatur sortium distributio et aliorum possessio ad alios transeat
5. respondit Moses filiis Israël et Domino præcipiente ait recte tribus filiorum Joseph locuta est
6. et hæc lex super filiabus Salphaad a Domino promulgata est nubant quibus volunt tantum ut suæ tribus hominibus
7. ne commisceatur possessio filiorum Israël de tribu in tribum omnes enim viri ducent uxores de tribu et cognatione sua
8. et cunctæ feminæ maritos de eadem tribu accipient ut hereditas permaneat in familiis
9. nec sibi misceantur tribus sed ita maneant
10. ut a Domino separatæ sunt feceruntque filiæ Salphaad ut fuerat imperatum
11. et nupserunt Maala et Thersa et Egla et Melcha et Noa filiis patrui sui
12. de familia Manasse qui fuit filius Joseph et possessio quæ illis fuerat adtributa mansit in tribu et familia patris earum
13. hæc sunt mandata atque judicia quæ præcepit Dominus per manum Mosi ad filios Israël in campestribus Moab super Jordanem contra Hiericho
Footnotes:
36:1-4 - The question of the inheritance of Zelophehad's daughters is raised again. This reflects the concern for the preservation of inheritance within the tribes, showing God's concern for justice and family organization (see also Numbers 27:1-11 and Joshua 17:3-4).
36:5-9 - God decrees that female heirs must marry within their own tribe so that the land remains in the family. This ensures the stability of inheritance and the preservation of property between tribes (see also Leviticus 25:10 and Galatians 3:28).
36:10-12 - Zelophehad's daughters obey the Lord's command and marry within their tribe. This highlights the importance of obedience to God's commands and preserving family blessings (see also Joshua 17:3-6).
36:13:00 - This verse concludes the narrative of the laws and commandments God gave the Israelites through Moses. It reinforces the authority and importance of following God's law, which was given for the well-being and prosperity of the people (see also Deuteronomy 4:40 and Psalm 19:7-11).
Verses related to Liber Numeri, 36:
Numbers chapter 36 concludes with laws on inheritance. How to preserve the family and tribal legacy? This final text resolves the issue of the inheritance of Zelophehad's daughters, establishing rules for marriages within the same tribe. The chapter addresses themes of family continuity, preservation of tribal heritage, and the wisdom of divine laws. Numbers 36 demonstrates the flexibility and foresight of God's law. Study with us five biblical passages that correlate with the legal themes of this concluding chapter.
Joshua 17:3-4: "But Zelophehad, son of Hepher, son of Gilead, son of Machir, son of Manasseh, had no sons, but only daughters, who were called Mahalah, Noah, Hogla, Milcah and Tirzah. They presented themselves to Eleazar the priest, Joshua son of Nun, and the leaders, and said, 'The Lord commanded Moses to give us an inheritance among our relatives.' So Joshua gave them an inheritance among their father's brothers, according to the commandment of the Lord." - This excerpt refers directly to the case of the daughters of Zelophehad, which is addressed in Numbers 36.
Galatians 3:28: "There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female; for all are one in Christ Jesus." - Although in a different context, this verse reflects the principle of equality in inheritance that is addressed in Numbers 36 with regard to Zelophehad's daughters.
Proverbs 13:22: "A good man leaves an inheritance for his children's children, but the sinner's wealth is stored up for the righteous." - This proverb talks about inheritance, a central theme in Numbers 36.
Ezekiel 46:18: "The prince will not take any of the people's properties, expelling them from their properties. You will give your children an inheritance taken only from your property, so that none of my people will be separated from your property." - This verse in Ezekiel echoes concerns about preserving tribal heritage that are addressed in Numbers 36.
Ruth 4:5: "Then Boaz said, 'On the day you buy Naomi's land, you will also buy Ruth the Moabite, the deceased's widow, to keep his name in your inheritance.'" - Ruth's story illustrates issues of inheritance and intertribal marriage, which are central themes in Numbers 36.
FAQ:
What was the concern of Zelophehad's daughters in Numbers 36?
Zelophehad’s daughters were concerned that if they married men from other tribes, their inheritance would be transferred to another tribe. (Numbers 36:2-4)
What did God command regarding the marriage of Zelophehad's daughters?
God commanded Zelophehad's daughters to marry within the tribe of Manasseh so that the inheritance would not be transferred to another tribe of Israel. (Numbers 36:5-9)
How did the case of Zelophehad's daughters influence inheritance laws in Israel?
The case established the principle that heirs should marry within their tribe to preserve the family inheritance within the original tribe. (Numbers 36:6-7)
What was the purpose of the law limiting inter-tribal marriage?
The law was intended to keep inheritances within the original tribes, preventing land from being transferred between tribes, and preserving the integrity of land distribution. (Numbers 36:7-9)
What was the final decision regarding the inheritance of Zelophehad's daughters?
Zelophehad’s daughters obeyed God’s command and married men from their own tribe, ensuring that their father’s inheritance remained in Manasseh. (Numbers 36:10-12)
