![]() ![]() ![]() The tribe of Gad was said to be attacked by raiders but they would attack them back ( Genesis 49:19). Gad: “What good fortune!” ( Genesis 30:11). The tribe of Naphtali produced freedom and beauty ( Genesis 49:21). Naphtali: “I have had a great struggle with my sister, and I have won” ( Genesis 30:8). Dan was located east on the Mediterranean. The tribe of Dan is described as providing justice for the nation ( Genesis 49:16-18). Judah’s territory was the southwest region.ĭan: “God has vindicated me he has listened to my plea and given me a son” ( Genesis 30:6). He gave Judah the blessing of royalty because Jesus, the Savior would, come from the line of Judah ( Matthew 1:3). The tribe of Judah was significantly blessed by Jacob. Then, he was the brother who would not leave Benjamin ( Genesis 44). Judah was a very redemptive character because although he did not want to kill Joseph, it was his idea to sell Joseph into slavery ( Genesis 37). Judah: “This time I will praise the LORD” ( Genesis 29:35). They were never blessed like they could have been because Reuben sinned against his father with Bilhah ( Genesis 35:22). Surely my husband will love me now” ( Genesis 29:32) The tribe of Reuben had territory east of the Dead Sea. Reuben: “It is because the LORD has seen my misery. Below is the order of the sons of Israel (Jacob), the meaning of their names, and what each tribe is known for. Out of these four women in a damaging life situation, came the 12 tribes of Israel. Jacob was tricked into marrying Leah, then married her sister Rachel, then the women waged war over who could produce children to the point of giving their servants Bilhah and Zilpah to their husband. I love how when we look at the story of Jacob, we see the Lord still choosing to use his broken family for a greater purpose. Each tribe was named after one of Jacob’s children or grandchildren. The 12 tribes of Israel came from Jacob’s 12 sons. As we acknowledge the Lord’s plan for His people, we can gain a greater understanding of what each tribe is known for. Each of these tribes had a significant role and responsibility for the nation of God’s people. We see 12 tribes established out of the line of Israel, then we see 12 disciples established from a variety of backgrounds. I find it amazing how we see a connection from the old covenant to the new covenant of Christ. One of the most intriguing concepts in Scripture is the establishment of the 12 tribes of Israel.
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