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Binding his donkey to the vine, And his donkey's colt to the choice vine, He washed his garments in wine, And his What Were The Twelve Tribes Of Israel? The 12 Tribes' respective territorial claims in Biblical times (left) relative to the geographic map of Israel today (right). The Biblical Twelve Tribes of Israel were descended from the twelve sons of Jacob, who came to be known by the name of Israel. These sons were Reuben, Simeon, Judah, Levi, Issachar, Zebulun, Benjamin, Dan, Asher, Gad, and Joseph. Joseph's sons Ephraim and Manasseh would be given land constituting their own respective tribes, while the priestly tribe of Levi would not have a de facto tribal area of their own. These twelve multiplied to form the Israelite people who have a religious and historical significance. The Israelites are a unique people in that they have a heavenly selection of God’s people. The Israelites in Egypt

Benjamin: “But his father named him Benjamin” ( Genesis 35:18). Behind the Name defines Benjamin as meaning, “‘son of the south’ or ‘son of the right hand.’” Benjamin’s tribe is described as a ravenous wolf and conquerors. ( Genesis 49:27) The land of Benjamin is situated south of Ephraim and the Jordan River and north of Judah and the Dead Sea. Why Did God Choose 12 Tribes of Israel?

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Abraham came from the city of Ur of the Chaldees and, along with his descendants, settled in the land of Canaan and they became a nation. God made a Covenant with Abraham, promising that he would be "a father of many nations" ( Genesis 17:4) and He changed Abram's name to Abraham, which means "father of a multitude". The tribe of kings, and the most preeminent of the 12 tribes in the biblical narrative. Judah “prevailed over his brothers,” ( 1 Chronicles 5:2), and the tribe’s territory included the city of Jerusalem and the holy temple. King David was part of this tribe, and his royal line ruled in Jerusalem from around 1,000 BC until the city fell to Babylonian forces in 586 BC. Jerusalem was the capital of Israel and the capital of the Southern Kingdom after the nation divided. Jesus is of the tribe of Judah ( Matthew 1:1–2). Notable tribesmen: Jesus, David, Mary, Solomon, Caleb 2. Reuben. During their captivity in Egypt, God heard their cries and called Moses to rescue his fellow Israelites from their plight. Along their escape from Egypt they stopped at Mount Sinai, where God gave them the Ten Commandments which are still followed by Jews and Christians today. The Israelites crossed the Red Sea and were guided by God through the wilderness where they wandered for forty years due to disobedience and unbelief. During these forty years, God still provided for them with manna which rained from heaven. After the forty years, they were led into the Promised Land by Joshua. Moses died in the wilderness along with other adults except for Caleb and Joshua. In the Promised LandEphraim: “It is because God has made me fruitful in the land of my suffering” ( Genesis 41:52). This is the second-born son of Joseph. His land was situated south of Manasseh and west of the Jordan River. Ephraim however was blessed with Jacob’s right hand instead of his older brother. Jacob went against tradition by giving Ephraim the greater blessing. He gave Manasseh and Ephraim the ridge from the Amorites. Little is said of Gad, the man or the tribe. They, like Reuben, settled east of the Jordan. 9. Asher.

Abraham came from the city of Ur of the Chaldees and along with his descendants settled in the land of Canaan and they became a nation; they were chosen by God for their initial obedience: God gave them His Law and built a long-lasting relationship with them.For New Testament believers, this is picture of the Church defeating its enemies and the humble inheriting the earth. Though I myself have reasons for such confidence. If someone else thinks they have reasons to put confidence in the flesh, I have more: circumcised on the eighth day, of the people of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of Hebrews; in regard to the law, a Pharisee” ( Philippians 3:4-5).