Numbers 10:19

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And over the host of the tribe of the children of Simeon [was] Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai.

Complete Jewish Bible:

Over the company of the tribe of the descendants of Shim'on was Shlumi'el the son of Tzurishaddai.

Berean Standard Bible:

Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai was over the division of the tribe of Simeon,

American Standard Version:

And over the host of the tribe of the children of Simeon was Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And over the host^{H6635} of the tribe^{H4294} of the children^{H1121} of Simeon^{H8095} was Shelumiel^{H8017} the son^{H1121} of Zurishaddai^{H6701}.

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Commentary for Numbers 10:19

1. **Themes:**
- **Divine Order and Organization:** Numbers 10:19 is part of a larger passage detailing the orderly arrangement of the tribes of Israel during their journey through the wilderness. The appointment of leaders over each tribe, such as Shelumiel over Simeon, emphasizes God's command for structured and hierarchical leadership within the community.
- **Leadership and Responsibility:** The verse reflects the theme of leadership, as Shelumiel is entrusted with the role of leading his tribe. This highlights the importance of responsible governance and the role of leaders in guiding and protecting their people.
- **Preparation for Journey:** The context of this verse is set just before the Israelites begin their journey from Sinai to the Promised Land. It underscores the theme of preparation and readiness for the challenges ahead.

2. **Historical Context:**
- **Exodus and Wilderness Wanderings:** This verse is set during the period following the Exodus from Egypt, when the Israelites are encamped at Mount Sinai. They have received the Law and are now preparing to move towards Canaan.
- **Census and Tribal Leaders:** In the chapters leading up to Numbers 10, a census was taken of the Israelite community, and tribal leaders were appointed to assist Moses in managing the people. These leaders were responsible for their tribes during the journey.
- **Simeon's Tribe:** Simeon was one of the twelve sons of Jacob (Israel), and his tribe was one of the smaller tribes in terms of population. Shelumiel's role as the leader reflects the tribal structure and lineage that was significant in Israelite society.
- **Shelumiel's Lineage:** Shelumiel, the son of Zurishaddai, is mentioned here as the appointed leader of the Simeonites. His name appears in the genealogical records, and his leadership role is part of the historical record of the Israelites.

The verse, therefore, captures a snapshot of the Israelites' structured camp layout and leadership hierarchy as they prepared to transition from a static encampment at Sinai to a mobile community ready to embark on their journey to the Promised Land.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. Strong's Number: H6635
   There are 463 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: צָבָא
   Transliteration: tsâbâʼ
   Pronunciation: tsaw-baw'
   Description: or (feminine) צְבָאָה; from צָבָא; a mass of persons (or figuratively, things), especially reg. organized forwar (an army); by implication, a campaign, literally or figuratively (specifically, hardship, worship); appointed time, ([phrase]) army, ([phrase]) battle, company, host, service, soldiers, waiting upon, war(-fare).
   
2. Strong's Number: H4294
   There are 204 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מַטֶּה
   Transliteration: maṭṭeh
   Pronunciation: mat-teh'
   Description: or (feminine) מַטָּה; from נָטָה; a branch (as extending); figuratively, a tribe; also a rod, whether for chastising (figuratively, correction), ruling (a sceptre), throwing (a lance), or walking (a staff; figuratively, a support of life, e.g. bread); rod, staff, tribe.
   
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: H8095
   There are 39 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: שִׁמְעוֹן
   Transliteration: Shimʻôwn
   Pronunciation: shim-one'
   Description: from שָׁמַע; hearing; Shimon, one of Jacob's sons, also the tribe descended from him; Simeon.
   
5. Strong's Number: H8017
   There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: שְׁלֻמִיאֵל
   Transliteration: Shᵉlumîyʼêl
   Pronunciation: shel-oo-mee-ale'
   Description: lemma שִׁלֻמִיאֵל corrected to שְׁלֻמִיאֵל; from שָׁלוֹם and אֵל; peace of God; Shelumiel, an Israelite; Shelumiel.
   
6. Strong's Number: H6701
   There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: צוּרִישַׁדַּי
   Transliteration: Tsûwrîyshadday
   Pronunciation: tsoo-ree-shad-dah'-ee
   Description: from צוּר and שַׁדַּי; rock of (the) Almighty; Tsurishaddai, an Israelite; Zurishaddai.