Numbers 26:49

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

Of Jezer, the family of the Jezerites: of Shillem, the family of the Shillemites.

Complete Jewish Bible:

of Yetzer, the family of the Yitzri; and of Shillem, the family of the Shillemi.

Berean Standard Bible:

the Jezerite clan from Jezer, and the Shillemite clan from Shillem.

American Standard Version:

of Jezer, the family of the Jezerites; of Shillem, the family of the Shillemites.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Of Jezer^{H3337}, the family^{H4940} of the Jezerites^{H3340}: of Shillem^{H8006}, the family^{H4940} of the Shillemites^{H8016}.

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Commentary for Numbers 26:49

1. Themes:
- Genealogy and Identity: Numbers 26:49 is part of a census chapter that meticulously records the genealogies of the Israelite tribes. This reflects the importance of tribal identity and lineage in ancient Israel, which was integral to land inheritance, military conscription, and maintaining the tribal structure of the society.
- Divine Promise and Fulfillment: The census serves as a prelude to the distribution of the Promised Land among the tribes, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promise to give the land of Canaan to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
- Preparation for the Future: The detailed record of families and clans prepared the Israelites for entering and settling in the Promised Land, ensuring a structured transition from a nomadic life in the wilderness to a more settled existence in Canaan.

2. Historical Context:
- The Wilderness Period: Numbers 26:49 falls within the narrative of the Israelites' journey through the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt. This period was characterized by the formation of Israel as a nation under God's guidance, with Moses as their leader.
- The Second Census: The verse is part of the second census taken of the Israelite community, the first being in Numbers 1. This second census was conducted approximately 38 years after the first and served to count the new generation that was to enter the Promised Land, as the previous generation had died in the wilderness due to their disobedience.
- The Edge of the Promised Land: At this point in the narrative, the Israelites are on the plains of Moab, poised to cross the Jordan River and begin the conquest of Canaan. The detailed genealogies were crucial for the apportionment of the land according to the size and needs of each tribe.

In summary, Numbers 26:49 reflects the themes of genealogical identity, divine promise, and preparation for entering the Promised Land. It is set within the historical context of the Israelites' wilderness wanderings, just before their transition into a new phase of their national life in Canaan.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. Strong's Number: H3337
   There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יֵצֶר
   Transliteration: Yêtser
   Pronunciation: yay-tser
   Description: the same as יֵצֶר; Jetser, an Israelite; Jezer.
   
2. 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).
   
3. Strong's Number: H3340
   There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יִצְרִי
   Transliteration: Yitsrîy
   Pronunciation: yits-ree'
   Description: ; patronymically from יֵצֶר; a Jitsrite (collectively) or descendants of Jetser; Jezerites.
   
4. Strong's Number: H8006
   There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: שִׁלֵּם
   Transliteration: Shillêm
   Pronunciation: shil-lame'
   Description: the same as שִׁלֵּם; Shillem, an Israelite; Shillem.
   
5. Strong's Number: H8016
   There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: שִׁלֵּמִי
   Transliteration: Shillêmîy
   Pronunciation: shil-lay-mee'
   Description: patronymically from שִׁלֵּם; a Shilemite (collectively) or descendants of Shillem; Shillemites.