"Noah bat Zelophehad has tended her father's herds and flocks since she was a girl. With God's gift of land, she plans to make her sisters wealthy with livestock. But when a conniving clansman takes a liking to the bold shepherdess, his scheme may snatch her from the fields she loves. Only one person understands Noah's gifts with the animals--Jeremiah, the mute shepherd who has been her field companion for years. After the walls of Jericho collapse, God stays silent in the battle of Ai, leaving Jeremiah wounded and Noah's marital status in jeopardy. But, Noah remains faithful to God and her animals and trusts that she will be able to forge a future with her sisters, even when enemies abound. Will the daughters of Zelophehad be able to settle their land together or will Noah get left behind"--\nFrom the Author\nI wish I had known about the story of the daughters of Zelophehad earlier in my life. I discovered them two years ago when a friend mentioned them at Bible study. How had I missed these brave girls?\nTheir story is buried in the book of Numbers where lists of names abound--not your most interesting reading material. They are also mentioned in the book of Joshua. Why their story is not championed in Christian circles, I do not know. More Scripture is allocated to these sisters than other commonly known Bible characters. I knew I had to bring their bravery to light. You can find the daughters of Zelophehad in Numbers 26:33, 27:1-11, 36:1-12, and Joshua 17:3-6.\nFrom the Inside Flap\nThe daughters of Zelophehad: Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Tirzah.

Heavenly Lights: Noah's Journey (Tribes of Israel, 2)

Literature & Fiction

Britton, Barbara M.

Genre Fiction

Thorndike Press Large Print

Lioness: Mahlah's Journey (Tribes of Israel, 1)

While the Israelites struggle to occupy the Promised Land of God, Mahlah bat Zelophehad is orphaned and left to care for her four sisters. But daughters of the dead are unable to inherit land, and it will take a miracle for Mahlah to obtain the means to care for her sisters and uphold the vow she made to her dying mother. Mahlah must seek Moses, the leader of her people, and request something extraordinary--the right for a daughter to inherit her deceased father's land. A right that will upset the ox-cart of male inheritance and thrust her into the role of a rebel. But, God is the protector of the orphan and the widow, and five orphaned daughters need His help. With God, anything is possible. Even changing man's tradition.

Lioness: Mahlah's Journey (4) (Tribes of Israel)

Harbourlight Books

Noah bat Zelophehad has tended her father's herds and flocks since she was a girl. With God's gift of land, she plans to make her sisters wealthy with livestock. But when a conniving clansman takes a liking to the bold shepherdess, his scheme may snatch her from the fields she loves. Only one person understands Noah's gifts with the animals--Jeremiah, the mute shepherd who has been her field companion for years. After the walls of Jericho collapse, God stays silent in the battle of Ai, leaving Jeremiah wounded and Noah's marital status in jeopardy. But, Noah remains faithful to God and her animals and trusts that she will be able to forge a future with her sisters, even when enemies abound. Will the daughters of Zelophehad be able to settle their land together or will Noah get left behind.

Heavenly Lights: Noah's Journey (5) (Tribes of Israel)

When the tribal elders make marriage a requirement for claiming her land, Milcah bat Zelophehad must find a betrothed straightaway. The only problem in finding a husband is that all her suitors were slain while conquering the land of Canaan. Men avoid her in order to stay alive. After praying to God to send her a bold suitor, a man from her father's clan plummets from a tree right on top of her. Is this God answering prayer or a foolish antic by Eli, the war-scarred brother from one of her clan's rival families? Will settling in Canaan sort out Milcah's troubles, or have her woes just begun?

Claiming Canaan: Milcah's Journey: Daughters of Zelophehad, book 3 (Tribes of Israel)

Review Ms. Britton drew me in on page one. Rimona's and Ittai's story of love, faith, and valor still lingers in my mind today. Defending David is definitely a jewel. ~ Olivia Rae, award-winning author of the Secrets of the Queens series Barbara M. Britton's best yet! Readers will fall in love with loyal Ittai and strong Rimona as they work separately and together to support the anointed king of Israel and uphold the sovereignty of the Most High God in the midst of turmoil and unrest while also seeking shelter from their own enemies. Defending David turns the Psalms into battle cries, reveals the warrior within the psalmist, and reminds us all exactly where our help comes from in times of trouble. ~ Jenna Van Mourik, author of Jerusalem's Daughter. Step back in time to the days of King David when he's lost control of his family and a foreigner is his staunchest ally. Britton brings the Bible to life with strong characters, recognizable names, and the thrill of sharing a faith in the One True God.~ Terri Wangard, author of Roll Back the Clouds Product Description When a quiet journey to Jerusalem turns tragic, newly orphaned Rimona must flee a kinsman set on selling her as a slave. Racing into the rocky hills outside of Hebron, Rimona is rescued by a Philistine commander journeying to Jerusalem with six-hundred warriors. Exiled commander, Ittai the Gittite, is seeking refuge in the City of David. Protecting a frantic Hebrew woman is not in his leadership plan. Although, having a nobleman’s niece in his caravan might prove useful for finding shelter in a foreign land. Rimona and Ittai arrive in Jerusalem on the eve of a rebellion. In the chaos of an heir’s betrayal, will they be separated forever, or can they defend King David and help the aging monarch control his rebellious son? From the Author A few years ago, I heard a sermon about an aging King David whose household was out of control. David's son Absalom tried to take the kingdom from his father, but an unlikely friend to King David arrived during the rebellion. An exiled Philistine commander arrived the day before King David had to flee for his life. This exiled commander had six-hundred fighting men in his command. This exile, Ittai the Gittite, pledged his support for King David and was placed in charge of one-third of David's army. Was Ittai's arrival a coincidence? I think not. Journey back in time to II Samuel, chapters 15-19 when a foreigner stuck closer to David than his own son. From the Inside Flap A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. Proverbs 18:24 About the Author Barbara M. Britton was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, but currently lives in Wisconsin and loves the snow—when it accumulates under three inches. She writes romantic adventures for teens and adults. Barb has a nutrition degree from Baylor University but loves to dip healthy strawberries in chocolate. She is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, Wisconsin Romance Writers of America, Romance Writers of America and American Christian Fiction Writers.

Defending David (Tribes of Israel)

Religion & Spirituality

Christian Books & Bibles

As the sole daughter of the chief priest, Hannah is publicly shamed when the prophet of Israel refuses to heal her. Determined to restore her family's honor, she escapes Jerusalem in hopes of finding the prophet and convincing him to restore her deformities. Gilead, a young Hebrew guard sympathetic to her plight, willingly accompanies her. On their way, they are captured by a band of raiders and Hannah is forced to serve in the household of the commander of the Aramean army, an officer who is in need of healing himself. Meanwhile, Gilead is being used as sword practice for the Aramean soldiers. Hannah must act fast to save Gilead and herself, but survival will mean coaxing the prophet of Israel to heal an enemy commander.

Providence: Hannah's Journey (1) (Tribes of Israel)

United States

Love Grows Where God Grafts the Tender Shoot. Naomi desires to dance well enough to catch the eye of a wealthy landowner. Her father needs a substantial bride price due to the deaths of her brothers at the hands of the tribe of Benjamin. But when Benjamites raid the Ephraimite feast and capture young girls, Naomi is bound and carried from her home by Eliab, a troubled shepherd who needs a wife. As Naomi awaits rescue, she finds Eliab has a strong faith in God and a just reason for abducting her. A reason that affects all the tribes of Israel. The future of the tribe of Benjamin hangs in the balance, but if Naomi follows her heart and stays with Eliab to rebuild his lineage, she must forfeit her family and become a traitor to her own tribe.

Building Benjamin: Naomi's Journey (2) (Tribes of Israel)

When Adah bat Shallum finds the governor of Judah weeping over the crumbling wall of Jerusalem, she learns the reason for Nehemiah’s unexpected visit—God has called him to rebuild the wall around the City of David. Nehemiah challenges the people of God to labor on the wall and in return, the names of their fathers will be written in the annals for future generations to cherish. But Adah has one sister and no brothers. Will her father, who rules a half-district of Jerusalem, be forgotten forever? Adah bravely vows to rebuild her city’s wall, though she soon discovers that Jerusalem not only has enemies outside the city, but also within. Can Adah, her sister, and the men they love, honor God’s call? Or will their mission be crushed by the same stones they hope to construct?

Jerusalem Rising: Adah's Journey (3) (Tribes of Israel)

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