King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
These [are] the families of Naphtali according to their families: and they that were numbered of them [were] forty and five thousand and four hundred.
Complete Jewish Bible:
These are the families of Naftali according to their families; those of them that were counted were 45,400.
Berean Standard Bible:
These were the clans of Naphtali, and their registration numbered 45,400.
American Standard Version:
These are the families of Naphtali according to their families; and they that were numbered of them were forty and five thousand and four hundred.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
These are the families{H4940} of Naphtali{H5321} according to their families{H4940}: and they that were numbered{H6485} of them were forty{H705} and five{H2568} thousand{H505} and four{H702} hundred{H3967}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Numbers 2:29
- Then the tribe of Naphtali: and the captain of the children of Naphtali [shall be] Ahira the son of Enan.
Numbers 2:30
- And his host, and those that were numbered of them, [were] fifty and three thousand and four hundred.
Numbers 1:42
- Of the children of Naphtali, throughout 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 1:43
- Those that were numbered of them, [even] of the tribe of Naphtali, [were] fifty and three thousand and four hundred.
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Commentary for Numbers 26:50
1. **Themes:**
- **Divine Order and Organization:** The verse reflects the meticulous record-keeping and ordering of the Israelite tribes as commanded by God, emphasizing the importance of each tribe and family in the nation's structure.
- **Identity and Heritage:** It underscores the significance of tribal identity and lineage, which was crucial for inheritance rights and societal roles within ancient Israel.
- **Preparation for Conquest:** The census served to muster the fighting men of Israel in preparation for the conquest of Canaan, highlighting the theme of military preparedness and reliance on God's promises.
2. **Historical Context:**
- **Time Period:** The events described in Numbers 26 occurred towards the end of the Israelites' 40-year sojourn in the wilderness, just before their entry into the Promised Land.
- **Second Census:** This verse is part of the second census taken under Moses' leadership, the first being recorded in Numbers 1. The second census was to determine the new generation's military strength eligible for the upcoming battles to possess Canaan.
- **Tribal Significance:** Naphtali, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Jacob's son of the same name. The tribe's allocation of land and responsibilities in the new nation were contingent upon their population size as recorded in this census.
- **Transition to Settlement:** The census was a practical step in transitioning from a nomadic existence in the wilderness to a more settled life in Canaan, where land would be apportioned based on tribal size and needs.
In summary, Numbers 26:50 reflects the themes of divine organization, tribal identity, and military preparedness during a pivotal transition period for the Israelites as they prepared to enter and divide 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: H5321
There are 47 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נַפְתָּלִי
Transliteration: Naphtâlîy
Pronunciation: naf-taw-lee'
Description: from פָּתַל; my wrestling; Naphtali, a son of Jacob, with the tribe descended from him, and its territory; Naphtali. - 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: H705
There are 178 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַרְבָּעִים
Transliteration: ʼarbâʻîym
Pronunciation: ar-baw-eem'
Description: multiple of אַרְבַּע; forty; -forty. - 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: 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: H702
There are 383 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַרְבַּע
Transliteration: ʼarbaʻ
Pronunciation: ar-bah'
Description: masculine אַרְבָּעָה; from רָבַע; four; four. - 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.