Moses
Leader and lawgiver of Israel.
Moses addresses the issue of inheritance for the daughters of Zelophehad, ensuring that the land remains within the tribe of Manasseh.
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Key Figures — Numbers 36
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Daughters of Zelophehad
Petitioners for inheritance rights.
The daughters of Zelophehad, Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Tirzah, are granted the right to inherit their father's land, provided they marry within their tribe.
Related passagesTribe of Manasseh
One of the tribes of Israel concerned with maintaining tribal inheritance.
The leaders of the tribe of Manasseh raise concerns about the inheritance laws to ensure that land remains within the tribe.
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