(The Lord speaking is red text)
[Of] the sons of Naphtali after their families: of Jahzeel, the family of the Jahzeelites: of Guni, the family of the Gunites:
The descendants of Naftali, by their families: of Yachtze'el, the families of the Yachtze'eli; of Guni, the family of the Guni;
These were the descendants of Naphtali by their clans: The Jahzeelite clan from Jahzeel, the Gunite clan from Guni,
The sons of Naphtali after their families: of Jahzeel, the family of the Jahzeelites; of Guni, the family of the Gunites;
Of the sons{H1121} of Naphtali{H5321} after their families{H4940}: of Jahzeel{H3183}, the family{H4940} of the Jahzeelites{H3184}: of Guni{H1476}, the family{H4940} of the Gunites{H1477}:
Numbers 26:48 is a verse that falls within the context of a larger census conducted among the Israelites in the plains of Moab by the Jordan River, near Jericho. This census was taken as a means to prepare for the division of the Promised Land among the tribes of Israel, as the new generation was about to enter and possess the land promised to their ancestors by God.
The specific verse is part of the detailed genealogical records of the tribe of Naphtali, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. Naphtali was one of the sons of Jacob, and his descendants made up the tribe that bore his name. In Numbers 26:48, the verse lists two of Naphtali's sons, Jahzeel and Guni, and their respective families, the Jahzeelites and the Gunites. This enumeration is significant because it not only records the lineage and families of the Naphtalites but also serves to ensure that each family within the tribe would receive an inheritance in the land of Canaan.
The themes present in this verse include the importance of genealogy in ancient Israelite society, the fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs regarding the land, and the preparation for the distribution of the inheritance to each tribe and family. This careful record-keeping was essential for maintaining tribal identity and ensuring fair distribution of land, which was central to the economic and social structure of Israelite society. The verse also reflects the broader biblical theme of God's faithfulness to His people, as He leads them into the land He had sworn to give to their forefathers.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)