Numbers 1:12

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

Of Dan; Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

Complete Jewish Bible:

From Dan, Achi'ezer the son of 'Ammishaddai;

Berean Standard Bible:

from Dan, Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai;

American Standard Version:

Of Dan: Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Of Dan^{H1835}; Ahiezer^{H295} the son^{H1121} of Ammishaddai^{H5996}.

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Commentary for Numbers 1:12

1. **Themes:**
- **Census and Organization:** Numbers 1:12 is part of a larger passage (Numbers 1:1-46) where God commands Moses to take a census of the Israelite community. This was to count all men aged 20 and above who were able to serve in the army, emphasizing the theme of military readiness and organization as the Israelites prepare to enter the Promised Land.
- **Divine Mandate:** The census is conducted because it is commanded by God, highlighting the theme of divine guidance and obedience to God's instructions in the life of Israel.
- **Tribal Identity:** The mention of Dan and Ahiezer, the son of Ammishaddai, underscores the importance of tribal affiliations and leadership within each tribe, which was central to the social and military structure of Israel.

2. **Historical Context:**
- **Wilderness Period:** The book of Numbers is set during the wilderness wanderings of the Israelites after their exodus from Egypt and before their entry into Canaan. This period is characterized by the formation of Israel's religious and social institutions.
- **Preparation for Conquest:** The census occurs as the Israelites are encamped at Mount Sinai, where they have received the Law. The purpose of the census is to prepare the nation for the conquest of Canaan by organizing the tribes and determining military capabilities.
- **Tribal Leaders:** Each tribe's leader, such as Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai for the tribe of Dan, was a prominent figure responsible for his tribe's military contingent. These leaders played a significant role in the organization and mobilization of the Israelite forces.

In summary, Numbers 1:12 reflects the themes of divine command, military organization, and tribal identity within the historical context of Israel's preparation for entering and possessing the Promised Land during their wilderness journey.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. Strong's Number: H1835
   There are 64 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: דָּן
   Transliteration: Dân
   Pronunciation: dawn
   Description: from דִּין; judge; Dan, one of the sons of Jacob; also the tribe descended from him, and its territory; likewise a place in Palestine colonized by them; Daniel
   
2. Strong's Number: H295
   There are 23 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אֲחִיעֶזֶר
   Transliteration: ʼĂchîyʻezer
   Pronunciation: akh-ee-eh'-zer
   Description: from אָח and עֵזֶר; brother of help; Achiezer, the name of two Israelites; Ahiezer.
   
3. Strong's Number: H1121
   There are 3654 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בֵּן
   Transliteration: bên
   Pronunciation: bane
   Description: from בָּנָה; a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition, etc., (like father or brother), etc.); [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth.
   
4. Strong's Number: H5996
   There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עַמִּישַׁדַּי
   Transliteration: ʻAmmîyshadday
   Pronunciation: am-mee-shad-dah'ee
   Description: from עַם and שַׁדַּי; people of (the) Almighty; Ammishaddai, an Israelite; Ammishaddai.