Numbers 26:9

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And the sons of Eliab; Nemuel, and Dathan, and Abiram. This [is that] Dathan and Abiram, [which were] famous in the congregation, who strove against Moses and against Aaron in the company of Korah, when they strove against the LORD:

Complete Jewish Bible:

and the sons of Eli'av: N'mu'el, Datan and Aviram. These are the same Datan and Aviram, men of reputation in the community, who rebelled against Moshe and Aharon in Korach's group, when they rebelled against ADONAI;

Berean Standard Bible:

and the sons of Eliab were Nemuel, Dathan, and Abiram. It was Dathan and Abiram, chosen by the congregation, who fought against Moses and Aaron with the followers of Korah who rebelled against the LORD.

American Standard Version:

And the sons of Eliab: Nemuel, and Dathan, and Abiram. These are that Dathan and Abiram, who were called of the congregation, who strove against Moses and against Aaron in the company of Korah, when they strove against Jehovah,

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And the sons^{H1121} of Eliab^{H446}; Nemuel^{H5241}, and Dathan^{H1885}, and Abiram^{H48}. This is that Dathan^{H1885} and Abiram^{H48}, which were famous^{{H7148}{H7121}} in the congregation^{H5712}, who strove^{H5327} against Moses^{H4872} and against Aaron^{H175} in the company^{H5712} of Korah^{H7141}, when they strove^{H5327} against the LORD^{H3068}:

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Commentary for Numbers 26:9

1. Themes:
- Rebellion and Consequences: Numbers 26:9 highlights the theme of rebellion against divinely appointed authority, specifically against Moses and Aaron, who were chosen by God to lead the Israelites. Dathan and Abiram, along with Korah, challenged the leadership and, by extension, the authority of God, leading to severe consequences.
- Divine Authority and Leadership: The verse underscores the importance of respecting and following the leaders chosen by God. It serves as a cautionary tale about the seriousness of questioning and opposing God's ordained order.
- Accountability: The mention of Dathan and Abiram's fame in the congregation suggests that prominence does not exempt one from accountability for one's actions, especially when those actions are in direct defiance of God's will.

2. Historical Context:
- The verse is set during the time of the Israelites' journey through the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt. The book of Numbers recounts the census, laws, and events that occurred during this period.
- The rebellion mentioned took place in Numbers 16, where Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, along with 250 other leaders, challenged Moses and Aaron's authority. They argued that the entire congregation was holy and that Moses and Aaron had no right to exalt themselves above the assembly.
- The rebellion was divinely quelled when the ground split open and swallowed the households of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, and fire consumed the 250 men who were with them, serving as a dramatic sign of God's displeasure with their insurrection.
- Numbers 26:9 is part of a later census taken after the events of the rebellion, serving as a historical note to remind readers of the previous insubordination and its outcome. It also reaffirms the lineage of the Israelites, emphasizing that despite the rebellion, the nation continued under God's guidance and provision.

In summary, Numbers 26:9 revisits the rebellion of Dathan, Abiram, and Korah to emphasize the gravity of challenging God's authority and the importance of following His chosen leaders. It serves as a historical record within the broader context of the Israelites' journey from slavery to the Promised Land, highlighting the consequences of disobedience and the continuity of God's plans despite human failings.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

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

1. 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.
   
2. Strong's Number: H446
   There are 164 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אֱלִיאָב
   Transliteration: ʼĔlîyʼâb
   Pronunciation: el-ee-awb'
   Description: from אֵל and אָב; God of (his) father; Eliab, the name of six Israelites; Eliab.
   
3. Strong's Number: H5241
   There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: נְמוּאֵל
   Transliteration: Nᵉmûwʼêl
   Pronunciation: nem-oo-ale'
   Description: apparently for יְמוּאֵל; Nemuel, the name of two Israelites; Nemuel.
   
4. Strong's Number: H1885
   There are 8 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: דָּתָן
   Transliteration: Dâthân
   Pronunciation: daw-thawn'
   Description: of uncertain derivation; Dathan, an Israelite; Dathan.
   
5. Strong's Number: H48
   There are 1373 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אֲבִירָם
   Transliteration: ʼĂbîyrâm
   Pronunciation: ab-ee-rawm'
   Description: from אָב and רוּם; father of height (i.e. lofty); Abiram, the name of two Israelites; Abiram.
   
6. Strong's Number: H7148
   There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: קָרִיא
   Transliteration: qârîyʼ
   Pronunciation: kaw-ree'
   Description: from קָרָא; called, i.e. select; famous, renowned.
   
7. Strong's Number: H7121
   There are 689 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: קָרָא
   Transliteration: qârâʼ
   Pronunciation: kaw-raw'
   Description: a primitive root (rather identical with קָרָא through the idea of accosting a person met); to call out to (i.e. properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications); bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth, self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite, mention, (give) name, preach, (make) proclaim(-ation), pronounce, publish, read, renowned, say.
   
8. Strong's Number: H5712
   There are 140 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עֵדָה
   Transliteration: ʻêdâh
   Pronunciation: ay-daw'
   Description: feminine of עֵד in the original sense of fixture; a stated assemblage (specifically, a concourse, or generally, a family or crowd); assembly, company, congregation, multitude, people, swarm. Compare עֵדָה.
   
9. Strong's Number: H5327
   There are 10 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: נָצָה
   Transliteration: nâtsâh
   Pronunciation: naw-tsaw'
   Description: a primitive root; properly, to go forth, i.e. (by implication) to be expelled, and (consequently) desolate; causatively, to lay waste; also (specifically), to quarrel; be laid waste, runinous, strive (together).
   
10. Strong's Number: H4872
    There are 704 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: מֹשֶׁה
    Transliteration: Môsheh
    Pronunciation: mo-sheh'
    Description: from מָשָׁה; drawing out (of the water), i.e. rescued; Mosheh, the Israelite lawgiver; Moses.
    
11. Strong's Number: H175
    There are 480 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: אַהֲרוֹן
    Transliteration: ʼAhărôwn
    Pronunciation: a-har-one'
    Description: of uncertain derivation; Aharon, the brother of Moses; Aaron.
    
12. Strong's Number: H7141
    There are 37 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: קֹרַח
    Transliteration: Qôrach
    Pronunciation: ko'rakh
    Description: from קָרַח; ice; Korach, the name of two Edomites and three Israelites; Korah.
    
13. Strong's Number: H3068
    There are 5521 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: יְהֹוָה
    Transliteration: Yᵉhôvâh
    Pronunciation: yeh-ho-vaw'
    Description: from הָיָה; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God; Jehovah, the Lord. Compare יָהּ, יְהֹוִה.