Deuteronomy 3:15
“I gave Gilead to Machir.”
What does Deuteronomy 3:15 mean?
This brief statement reflects Moses recounting how the land east of the Jordan River was distributed among the tribes of Israel. Machir was the son of Manasseh, and his descendants received the region of Gilead as their inheritance, a fertile area known for livestock and timber. The verse emphasizes God's faithfulness in keeping promises, as these specific land allocations were part of what God had sworn to give to Abraham's descendants. For those listening to Moses speak, this was both a reminder of God's provision and a confirmation that they truly were inheriting the promised land.