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<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/numbers/13.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Of the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat the son of Hori.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/numbers/13.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Of the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat the son of Hori.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/numbers/13.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Shaphat, son of Hori, from the tribe of Simeon;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/numbers/13.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />From Simeon's tribe, Hori's son Shaphat; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/numbers/13.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />from the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat son of Hori;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/numbers/13.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />from the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat son of Hori;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/numbers/13.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Of the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat the son of Hori.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/numbers/13.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Of the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat the son of Hori.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/numbers/13.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Of the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat the son of Hori. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/numbers/13.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />for the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat son of Hori;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/numbers/13.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> For the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat son of Hori.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/numbers/13.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />For the tribe of Simeon: Shaphat, son of Hori.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/numbers/13.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Of the tribe of Simeon, Saphat the son of Hurl. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/numbers/13.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 13:6> from the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat the son of Hori;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/numbers/13.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />from the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat, son of Hori; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/numbers/13.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />from the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat son of Hori;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/numbers/13.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />From the tribe of Simeon, Shaft the son of Hadi.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/numbers/13.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />From the tribe of Shemon: Shaphat son of Khadi.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/numbers/13.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Of the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat the son of Hori.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/numbers/13.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Of the tribe of Symeon, Saphat the son of Suri.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/numbers/13-5.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/yauBFvKLNNo?start=4036" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/numbers/13.htm">The Spies Explore Canaan</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">4</span>and these were their names: From the tribe of Reuben, Shammua son of Zaccur; <span class="reftext">5</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/4294.htm" title="4294: lə·maṭ·ṭêh (Prep-l:: N-msc) -- Or mattah; from natah; a branch; figuratively, a tribe; also a rod, whether for chastising, ruling, throwing, or walking.">from the tribe</a> <a href="/hebrew/8095.htm" title="8095: šim·‘ō·wn (N-proper-ms) -- From shama'; hearing; Shimon, one of Jacob's sons, also the tribe descended from him.">of Simeon,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8202.htm" title="8202: šā·p̄āṭ (N-proper-ms) -- He has judged, five Isr. From shaphat; judge; Shaphat, the name of four Israelites.">Shaphat</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">son</a> <a href="/hebrew/2753.htm" title="2753: ḥō·w·rî (N-proper-ms) -- Chori. Or Chowriy; the same as Choriy; Chori, the name of two men.">of Hori;</a> </span><span class="reftext">6</span>from the tribe of Judah, Caleb son of Jephunneh;…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/19-24.htm">Joshua 19:24-31</a></span><br />The fifth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Asher: / Their territory included Helkath, Hali, Beten, Achshaph, / Allammelech, Amad, and Mishal. On the west the border touched Carmel and Shihor-libnath, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/7-30.htm">1 Chronicles 7:30-32</a></span><br />The children of Asher: Imnah, Ishvah, Ishvi, Beriah, and their sister Serah. / The sons of Beriah: Heber, as well as Malchiel, who was the father of Birzaith. / Heber was the father of Japhlet, Shomer, and Hotham, and of their sister Shua.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/49-13.htm">Genesis 49:13</a></span><br />Zebulun shall dwell by the seashore and become a harbor for ships; his border shall extend to Sidon.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/33-18.htm">Deuteronomy 33:18-19</a></span><br />Concerning Zebulun he said: “Rejoice, Zebulun, in your journeys, and Issachar, in your tents. / They will call the peoples to a mountain; there they will offer sacrifices of righteousness. For they will feast on the abundance of the seas and the hidden treasures of the sand.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/21-31.htm">Joshua 21:31</a></span><br />Helkath, and Rehob—four cities, together with their pasturelands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/judges/5-17.htm">Judges 5:17</a></span><br />Gilead remained beyond the Jordan. Dan, why did you linger by the ships? Asher stayed at the coast and remained in his harbors.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/4-15.htm">1 Kings 4:15</a></span><br />Ahimaaz in Naphtali (he had married Basemath, a daughter of Solomon);<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/9-1.htm">Isaiah 9:1</a></span><br />Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those in distress. In the past He humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future He will honor the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/4-13.htm">Matthew 4:13-15</a></span><br />Leaving Nazareth, He went and lived in Capernaum, which is by the sea in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali, / to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: / “Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/3-13.htm">Mark 3:13-19</a></span><br />Then Jesus went up on the mountain and called for those He wanted, and they came to Him. / He appointed twelve of them, whom He designated as apostles, to accompany Him, to be sent out to preach, / and to have authority to drive out demons. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-12.htm">Luke 6:12-16</a></span><br />In those days Jesus went out to the mountain to pray, and He spent the night in prayer to God. / When daylight came, He called His disciples to Him and chose twelve of them, whom He also designated as apostles: / Simon, whom He named Peter, and his brother Andrew; James and John; Philip and Bartholomew; ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/1-43.htm">John 1:43-51</a></span><br />The next day Jesus decided to set out for Galilee. Finding Philip, He told him, “Follow Me.” / Now Philip was from Bethsaida, the same town as Andrew and Peter. / Philip found Nathanael and told him, “We have found the One Moses wrote about in the Law, the One the prophets foretold—Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/1-13.htm">Acts 1:13</a></span><br />When they arrived, they went to the upper room where they were staying: Peter and John, James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James son of Alphaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas son of James.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/7-5.htm">Revelation 7:5-8</a></span><br />From the tribe of Judah 12,000 were sealed, from the tribe of Reuben 12,000, from the tribe of Gad 12,000, / from the tribe of Asher 12,000, from the tribe of Naphtali 12,000, from the tribe of Manasseh 12,000, / from the tribe of Simeon 12,000, from the tribe of Levi 12,000, from the tribe of Issachar 12,000, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/30-9.htm">Genesis 30:9-13</a></span><br />When Leah saw that she had stopped having children, she gave her servant Zilpah to Jacob as a wife. / And Leah’s servant Zilpah bore Jacob a son. / Then Leah said, “How fortunate!” So she named him Gad. ...</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Of the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat the son of Hori.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/genesis/36-30.htm">Hori</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/27-29.htm">Shaphat</a> <a href="/numbers/10-19.htm">Simeon</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/1_chronicles/1-39.htm">Hori</a> <a href="/1_kings/19-16.htm">Shaphat</a> <a href="/numbers/26-12.htm">Simeon</a><div class="vheading2">Numbers 13</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/13-1.htm">The names of the men who were sent to search the land</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/13-17.htm">Their instructions</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/13-21.htm">Their acts</a></span><br><span class="reftext">26. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/13-26.htm">Their relation</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/numbers/13.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/numbers/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/numbers/13.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>from the tribe of Simeon</b><br>The tribe of Simeon was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, named after Simeon, the second son of Jacob and Leah. Historically, the tribe of Simeon was known for its fierce and aggressive nature, as seen in the account of Simeon and Levi avenging their sister Dinah in <a href="/genesis/34.htm">Genesis 34</a>. Geographically, the tribe of Simeon was allocated land within the territory of Judah, as described in <a href="/joshua/19.htm">Joshua 19:1-9</a>. This positioning often led to a blending of the two tribes, with Simeon eventually becoming less prominent in the biblical narrative. The inclusion of a representative from Simeon in the exploration of Canaan signifies the unity and collective responsibility of all tribes in the mission to scout the Promised Land.<p><b>Shaphat son of Hori</b><br>Shaphat, the son of Hori, is one of the twelve spies chosen to explore the land of Canaan. The name "Shaphat" means "he has judged" or "he will judge," which may reflect the role of the spies in assessing the land. The mention of his father, Hori, provides a genealogical link, emphasizing the importance of lineage and heritage in Israelite society. This connection to his father also underscores the communal and familial responsibilities carried by individuals in ancient Israel. The role of Shaphat as a spy is significant, as it highlights the trust placed in him by his tribe and by Moses to faithfully report on the land's conditions.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/simeon.htm">Simeon</a></b><br>One of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Simeon, the second son of Jacob and Leah. The tribe of Simeon was known for its role in the early history of Israel and its eventual integration with the tribe of Judah.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/s/shaphat.htm">Shaphat</a></b><br>A leader from the tribe of Simeon chosen to be one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan. His name means "He has judged" in Hebrew, indicating a role of discernment and leadership.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/h/hori.htm">Hori</a></b><br>The father of Shaphat, mentioned here to establish lineage and tribal affiliation. The name "Hori" is derived from a root meaning "cave dweller" or "free," which may indicate a historical or cultural background.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/c/canaan.htm">Canaan</a></b><br>The land promised by God to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It was a land of great significance, representing God's faithfulness and the future inheritance of the Israelites.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_spying_of_canaan.htm">The Spying of Canaan</a></b><br>A pivotal event where twelve leaders, one from each tribe, were sent by Moses to scout the Promised Land. This mission was crucial in determining the Israelites' approach to entering Canaan.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/l/leadership_and_responsibility.htm">Leadership and Responsibility</a></b><br>Shaphat's role as a spy underscores the importance of leadership and the responsibility leaders have in guiding their people according to God's will.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_and_obedience.htm">Faith and Obedience</a></b><br>The mission to spy out Canaan was a test of faith and obedience. Believers today are called to trust in God's promises and act in faith, even when circumstances seem daunting.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/heritage_and_identity.htm">Heritage and Identity</a></b><br>Understanding one's spiritual heritage and identity in Christ is crucial. Just as Shaphat's lineage was significant, believers are called to recognize their identity as children of God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/discernment_and_judgment.htm">Discernment and Judgment</a></b><br>The name "Shaphat" reminds us of the need for discernment and righteous judgment in our daily lives. Believers are encouraged to seek God's wisdom in making decisions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_and_unity.htm">Community and Unity</a></b><br>The integration of Simeon with Judah illustrates the importance of unity and cooperation among God's people. Believers are called to work together for the common good and the advancement of God's kingdom.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_numbers_13.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Numbers 13</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/names_and_meanings_of_israel's_tribes.htm">What are the names and meanings of Israel's twelve tribes?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/genesis_48__ephraim_manasseh_tribal_fit.htm">Genesis 48 - How does the inclusion of Ephraim and Manasseh as tribes align with the tribal lists elsewhere in the Bible, and does it create any contradictions?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_2_chronicles_30_13's_gathering_realistic.htm">Does the massive gathering in 2 Chronicles 30:13 seem realistic given the population and logistical limits of the time?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/2_chron_13__any_non-biblical_evidence.htm">2 Chronicles 13 - Are there any archaeological or extra-biblical sources that verify the details of this battle's scale and outcome?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/numbers/13-5.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">from the tribe</span><br /><span class="heb">לְמַטֵּ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(lə·maṭ·ṭêh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4294.htm">Strong's 4294: </a> </span><span class="str2">A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribe</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Simeon,</span><br /><span class="heb">שִׁמְע֔וֹן</span> <span class="translit">(šim·‘ō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8095.htm">Strong's 8095: </a> </span><span class="str2">Simeon -- a son of Jacob, also his tribe, also an Israelite with a foreign wife</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Shaphat</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׁפָ֖ט</span> <span class="translit">(šā·p̄āṭ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8202.htm">Strong's 8202: </a> </span><span class="str2">Shaphat -- 'he has judged', five Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">son</span><br /><span class="heb">בֶּן־</span> <span class="translit">(ben-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Hori;</span><br /><span class="heb">חוֹרִֽי׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḥō·w·rî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2753.htm">Strong's 2753: </a> </span><span class="str2">Chori</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/numbers/13-5.htm">Numbers 13:5 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/numbers/13-5.htm">Numbers 13:5 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/numbers/13-5.htm">Numbers 13:5 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/numbers/13-5.htm">Numbers 13:5 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/numbers/13-5.htm">Numbers 13:5 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/numbers/13-5.htm">Numbers 13:5 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/numbers/13-5.htm">Numbers 13:5 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/numbers/13-5.htm">Numbers 13:5 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/numbers/13-5.htm">Numbers 13:5 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/numbers/13-5.htm">Numbers 13:5 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/numbers/13-5.htm">OT Law: Numbers 13:5 Of the tribe of Simeon Shaphat (Nu Num.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/numbers/13-4.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Numbers 13:4"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Numbers 13:4" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/numbers/13-6.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Numbers 13:6"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Numbers 13:6" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>