King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
These [are] the families of the sons of Ephraim according to those that were numbered of them, thirty and two thousand and five hundred. These [are] the sons of Joseph after their families.
Complete Jewish Bible:
These were the families of the descendants of Efrayim, according to those of them that were counted, 32,500. These were the descendants of Yosef, by their families.
Berean Standard Bible:
These were the clans of Ephraim, and their registration numbered 32,500. These clans were the descendants of Joseph.
American Standard Version:
These are the families of the sons of Ephraim according to those that were numbered of them, thirty and two thousand and five hundred. These are the sons of Joseph after their families.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
These are the families{H4940} of the sons{H1121} of Ephraim{H669} according to those that were numbered{H6485} of them, thirty{H7970} and two{H8147} thousand{H505} and five{H2568} hundred{H3967}. These are the sons{H1121} of Joseph{H3130} after their families{H4940}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Numbers 2:18
- On the west side [shall be] the standard of the camp of Ephraim according to their armies: and the captain of the sons of Ephraim [shall be] Elishama the son of Ammihud.
Numbers 2:19
- And his host, and those that were numbered of them, [were] forty thousand and five hundred.
Numbers 1:32
- Of the children of Joseph, [namely], of the children of Ephraim, by their generations, after their families, by the house of their fathers, according to the number of the names, from twenty years old and upward, all that were able to go forth to war;
Numbers 1:33
- Those that were numbered of them, [even] of the tribe of Ephraim, [were] forty thousand and five hundred.
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Commentary for Numbers 26:37
1. **Themes:**
- **Genealogical Record:** Numbers 26:37 emphasizes the importance of recording family lineage and the census of the Israelite tribes. This was crucial for understanding tribal identity, land allotment, and military conscription upon entering the Promised Land.
- **Divine Faithfulness:** The detailed genealogy reflects God's promise to Abraham to make his descendants as numerous as the stars (Genesis 15:5). Despite the wilderness wanderings and generational changes, God's promise remained steadfast.
- **Preparation for Conquest:** The census was part of the preparation for the conquest of Canaan, ensuring that each tribe knew its size and strength in preparation for the battles ahead.
2. **Historical Context:**
- **Time Period:** This verse is set in the wilderness during the final year of the Israelites' 40-year journey from Egypt to Canaan. It occurs after the first generation had died out due to their unbelief and before the new generation was to enter the Promised Land.
- **Second Census:** The book of Numbers records two censuses. The first (Numbers 1) was taken at the beginning of the wilderness journey, and the second (Numbers 26) was taken at the end, just before the Israelites were to enter Canaan. The second census was necessary to determine the current size of each tribe and to allot land accordingly.
- **Tribal Significance:** Ephraim was one of the largest and most influential tribes, descending from Joseph through his son Ephraim. The tribe of Ephraim played a significant role in the history of Israel, often leading the nation, both in positive and negative ways.
- **Joseph's Inheritance:** The reference to "the sons of Joseph after their families" highlights the double portion given to Joseph, as his two sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, were each counted as a tribe, thus fulfilling Jacob's blessing (Genesis 48:5).
In summary, Numbers 26:37 is a snapshot of a larger census that served both practical and theological purposes, reaffirming God's covenant promises and preparing the Israelites for the next phase of their national life in the land of Canaan.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H4940
There are 224 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מִשְׁפָּחָה
Transliteration: mishpâchâh
Pronunciation: mish-paw-khaw'
Description: from שָׁפָה (compare שִׁפְחָה); a family, i.e. circle of relatives; figuratively, a class (of persons), a species (of animals) or sort (of things); by extension a tribe or people; family, kind(-red). - 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. - Strong's Number: H669
There are 313 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֶפְרַיִם
Transliteration: ʼEphrayim
Pronunciation: ef-rah'-yim
Description: dual of masculine form of אֶפְרָת; double fruit; Ephrajim, a son of Joseph; also the tribe descended from him, and its territory; Ephraim, Ephraimites. - Strong's Number: H6485
There are 270 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פָּקַד
Transliteration: pâqad
Pronunciation: paw-kad'
Description: a primitive root; to visit (with friendly or hostile intent); by analogy, to oversee, muster, charge, care for, miss, deposit, etc.; appoint, [idiom] at all, avenge, bestow, (appoint to have the, give a) charge, commit, count, deliver to keep, be empty, enjoin, go see, hurt, do judgment, lack, lay up, look, make, [idiom] by any means, miss, number, officer, (make) overseer, have (the) oversight, punish, reckon, (call to) remember(-brance), set (over), sum, [idiom] surely, visit, want. - Strong's Number: H7970
There are 164 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שְׁלוֹשִׁים
Transliteration: shᵉlôwshîym
Pronunciation: shel-o-sheem'
Description: or שְׁלֹשִׁים; multiple of שָׁלוֹשׁ; thirty; or (ordinal) thirtieth; thirty, thirtieth. Compare שָׁלִישׁ. - Strong's Number: H8147
There are 647 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שְׁנַיִם
Transliteration: shᵉnayim
Pronunciation: shen-ah'-yim
Description: dual of שֵׁנִי; feminine שְׁתַּיִם; two; also (as ordinal) twofold; both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. - Strong's Number: H505
There are 496 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֶלֶף
Transliteration: ʼeleph
Pronunciation: eh'-lef
Description: prop, the same as אֶלֶף; hence (the ox's head being the first letter of the alphabet, and this eventually used as a numeral) a thousand; thousand. - Strong's Number: H2568
There are 273 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: חָמֵשׁ
Transliteration: châmêsh
Pronunciation: khaw-maysh'
Description: masculine חֲמִשָּׁה; a primitive numeral; five; fif(-teen), fifth, five ([idiom] apiece). - Strong's Number: H3967
There are 512 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מֵאָה
Transliteration: mêʼâh
Pronunciation: may-aw'
Description: or מֵאיָה; properly, a primitive numeral; a hundred; also as a multiplicative and a fraction; hundred((-fold), -th), [phrase] sixscore. - Strong's Number: H3130
There are 193 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יוֹסֵף
Transliteration: Yôwçêph
Pronunciation: yo-safe'
Description: future of יָסַף; let him add (or perhaps simply active participle adding); Joseph, the name of seven Israelites; Joseph. Compare יְהוֹסֵף.