Exodus 1:3

King James Version:

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Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin,

Complete Jewish Bible:

Yissakhar, Z'vulun, Binyamin,

Berean Standard Bible:

Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin;

American Standard Version:

Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin,

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Issachar^{H3485}, Zebulun^{H2074}, and Benjamin^{H1144},

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Commentary for Exodus 1:3

Exodus 1:3, which reads, "Issachar, Zebulun, and Benjamin," is part of the opening chapter of the Book of Exodus, which sets the stage for the significant events that follow. This verse is a continuation of the previous verses that list the names of the sons of Jacob (Israel) who came to Egypt with their households at the invitation of Joseph, who had become a high-ranking official there. The historical context of this verse is the end of the period of the patriarchs, as the children of Israel are about to transition from a small family group into a large nation within the land of Egypt.

The themes present in this verse include the continuity of the Israelite lineage, the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs (Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob) regarding their descendants multiplying, and the establishment of the setting for the central narrative of the Exodus—the enslavement of the Israelites and their eventual deliverance by God through Moses. The mention of these specific tribes underscores the growth of the Israelite population, which will soon become a concern for the Egyptians, leading to oppressive measures and setting the stage for the birth of Moses and the unfolding of God's plan to bring His people out of bondage.

In summary, Exodus 1:3 is a transitional verse, highlighting the burgeoning nation of Israel within a foreign land, under the providential care of God, and on the cusp of a historical shift that will define their identity and destiny as a people chosen by God.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H3485
   There are 40 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יִשָּׂשכָר
   Transliteration: Yissâˢkâr
   Pronunciation: yis-saw-kawr'
   Description: (strictly yis-saws-kawr'); from נָשָׂא and שָׂכָר; he will bring a reward; Jissaskar, a son of Jacob; Issachar.
   
2. Strong's Number: H2074
   There are 43 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: זְבוּלוּן
   Transliteration: Zᵉbûwlûwn
   Pronunciation: zeb-oo-loon'
   Description: or זְבֻלוּן; or זְבוּלֻן; from זָבַל; habitation; Zebulon, a son of Jacob; also his territory and tribe; Zebulun.
   
3. Strong's Number: H1144
   There are 156 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בִּנְיָמִין
   Transliteration: Binyâmîyn
   Pronunciation: bin-yaw-mene'
   Description: from בֵּן and יָמִין; son of (the) right hand; Binjamin, youngest son of Jacob; also the tribe descended from him, and its territory; Benjamin.