Numbers 1:5

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And these [are] the names of the men that shall stand with you: of [the tribe of] Reuben; Elizur the son of Shedeur.

Complete Jewish Bible:

These are the men to take with you: From Re'uven, Elitzur the son of Sh'de'ur;

Berean Standard Bible:

These are the names of the men who are to assist you: From the tribe of Reuben, Elizur son of Shedeur;

American Standard Version:

And these are the names of the men that shall stand with you. Of Reuben: Elizur the son of Shedeur.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And these are the names^{H8034} of the men^{H582} that shall stand^{H5975} with you: of the tribe of Reuben^{H7205}; Elizur^{H468} the son^{H1121} of Shedeur^{H7707}.

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Commentary for Numbers 1:5

Numbers 1:5 is part of the first census conducted in the wilderness of Sinai, as the Israelites prepared to journey to the Promised Land after their exodus from Egypt. The verse specifically begins the list of leaders, one from each tribe, who were appointed to assist Moses in taking the census of the Israelite community. In the context of Numbers 1, God commands Moses and Aaron to count the fighting men from each tribe who were twenty years old and above, capable of going to war.

The verse mentions Elizur, the son of Shedeur, as the representative for the tribe of Reuben. This reflects the organizational structure of the Israelites, where each tribe had its own leader, and these leaders played a significant role in the administrative and military affairs of their respective tribes. The mention of Elizur by name underscores the importance of individual responsibility and leadership within the tribal system of ancient Israel.

The historical context of this verse is critical. The census was not merely a headcount but a means to organize the people for the conquest of Canaan and to apportion the land among the tribes. It also served to muster the troops, indicating readiness for battle as they entered the land promised to their ancestors. The detailed recording of names and lineage was essential in a culture that placed great emphasis on genealogy for inheritance rights, priestly duties, and tribal affiliations.

In summary, Numbers 1:5 is a snapshot of the leadership structure and military preparedness of the Israelites as they stood on the brink of entering the Promised Land. It highlights the divine organization of the people into tribes, each with a designated leader, and the beginning of the census process that would facilitate the allocation of responsibilities and inheritances within the nation of Israel.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. Strong's Number: H8034
   There are 771 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: שֵׁם
   Transliteration: shêm
   Pronunciation: shame
   Description: a primitive word (perhaps rather from through the idea of definite and conspicuous position; compare שָׁמַיִם); an appellation, as amark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character; [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report.
   
2. Strong's Number: H582
   There are 648 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אֱנוֹשׁ
   Transliteration: ʼĕnôwsh
   Pronunciation: en-oshe'
   Description: from אָנַשׁ; properly, a mortal (and thus differing from the more dignified אָדָם); hence,; a man in general (singly or collectively); another, [idiom] (blood-) thirsty, certain, chap(-man); divers, fellow, [idiom] in the flower of their age, husband, (certain, mortal) man, people, person, servant, some ([idiom] of them), [phrase] stranger, those, [phrase] their trade. It is often unexpressed in the English versions, especially when used in apposition with another word. Compare אִישׁ.
   
3. Strong's Number: H5975
   There are 495 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עָמַד
   Transliteration: ʻâmad
   Pronunciation: aw-mad'
   Description: a primitive root; to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive); abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry.
   
4. Strong's Number: H7205
   There are 68 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: רְאוּבֵן
   Transliteration: Rᵉʼûwbên
   Pronunciation: reh-oo-bane'
   Description: from the imperative of רָאָה and בֵּן; see ye a son; Reuben, a son of Jacob; Reuben.
   
5. Strong's Number: H468
   There are 280 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אֱלִיצוּר
   Transliteration: ʼĔlîytsûwr
   Pronunciation: el-ee-tsoor'
   Description: xlit ʼĔlêytsûwr corrected to ʼĔlîytsûwr; from אֵל and צוּר; God of (the) rock; Elitsur, an Israelite; Elizur.
   
6. 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.
   
7. Strong's Number: H7707
   There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: שְׁדֵיאוּר
   Transliteration: Shᵉdêyʼûwr
   Pronunciation: shed-ay-oor'
   Description: from the same as שָׂדֶה and אוּר; spreader of light; Shedejur, an Israelite; Shedeur.