Numbers 10:15
New International Version
Nethanel son of Zuar was over the division of the tribe of Issachar,

New Living Translation
They were joined by the troops of the tribe of Issachar, led by Nethanel son of Zuar,

English Standard Version
And over the company of the tribe of the people of Issachar was Nethanel the son of Zuar.

Berean Standard Bible
Nethanel son of Zuar was over the division of the tribe of Issachar,

King James Bible
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Issachar was Nethaneel the son of Zuar.

New King James Version
Over the army of the tribe of the children of Issachar was Nethanel the son of Zuar.

New American Standard Bible
and Nethanel the son of Zuar, over the tribal army of the sons of Issachar;

NASB 1995
and Nethanel the son of Zuar, over the tribal army of the sons of Issachar;

NASB 1977
and Nethanel the son of Zuar, over the tribal army of the sons of Issachar;

Legacy Standard Bible
and Nethanel the son of Zuar, over the tribal army of the sons of Issachar;

Amplified Bible
and Nethanel the son of Zuar was [commander] over the tribal army of the sons of Issachar;

Christian Standard Bible
Nethanel son of Zuar was over the division of the tribe of Issachar’s descendants,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Nethanel son of Zuar was over the division of the Issachar tribe,

American Standard Version
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Issachar was Nethanel the son of Zuar.

Contemporary English Version
Nethanel son of Zuar was the leader of the Issachar tribe,

English Revised Version
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Issachar was Nethanel the son of Zuar.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Nethanel, son of Zuar, commanded the army of Issachar.

Good News Translation
Nethanel son of Zuar was in command of the tribe of Issachar,

International Standard Version
Zuar's son Nethanel was in charge of the camp of Issachar.

Majority Standard Bible
Nethanel son of Zuar was over the division of the tribe of Issachar,

NET Bible
Over the company of the tribe of Issacharites was Nathanel son of Zuar,

New Heart English Bible
Nethanel the son of Zuar was over the army of the tribe of the people of Issachar.

Webster's Bible Translation
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Issachar was Nethaneel the son of Zuar.

World English Bible
Nethanel the son of Zuar was over the army of the tribe of the children of Issachar.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And over the host of the tribe of the sons of Issachar [is] Nathaneel son of Zuar.

Young's Literal Translation
And over the host of the tribe of the sons of Issachar is Nathaneel son of Zuar.

Smith's Literal Translation
And over the army of the tribe of the sons of Issachar, Nethaneel, son of Zuar.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
In the tribe of the sons of Issachar, the prince was Nathanael the son of Suar.

Catholic Public Domain Version
In the tribe of the sons of Issachar, the leader was Nathanael the son of Zuar.

New American Bible
with Nethanel, son of Zuar, over the company of the tribe of Issacharites,

New Revised Standard Version
Over the company of the tribe of Issachar was Nethanel son of Zuar;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Issachar was Nethanael the son of Zuar.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Prince of the army of the tribe of the sons of Issakar: Nathaniel son of Tsuar.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Issachar was Nethanel the son of Zuar.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And over the host of the tribe of the sons of Issachar, was Nathanael son of Sogar.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
From Sinai to Paran
14First, the divisions of the camp of Judah set out under their standard, with Nahshon son of Amminadab in command. 15Nethanel son of Zuar was over the division of the tribe of Issachar, 16and Eliab son of Helon was over the division of the tribe of Zebulun.…

Cross References
Exodus 6:14-25
These were the heads of their fathers’ houses: The sons of Reuben, the firstborn of Israel, were Hanoch and Pallu, Hezron and Carmi. These were the clans of Reuben. / The sons of Simeon were Jemuel, Jamin, Ohad, Jachin, Zohar, and Shaul, the son of a Canaanite woman. These were the clans of Simeon. / These were the names of the sons of Levi according to their records: Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. Levi lived 137 years. ...

Numbers 2:10-16
On the south side, the divisions of Reuben are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Reubenites is Elizur son of Shedeur, / and his division numbers 46,500. / The tribe of Simeon will camp next to it. The leader of the Simeonites is Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai, ...

Numbers 1:5-16
These are the names of the men who are to assist you: From the tribe of Reuben, Elizur son of Shedeur; / from Simeon, Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai; / from Judah, Nahshon son of Amminadab; ...

Numbers 26:15-18
These were the descendants of Gad by their clans: The Zephonite clan from Zephon, the Haggite clan from Haggi, the Shunite clan from Shuni, / the Oznite clan from Ozni, the Erite clan from Eri, / the Arodite clan from Arod, and the Arelite clan from Areli. ...

1 Chronicles 7:1-5
The sons of Issachar: Tola, Puah, Jashub, and Shimron—four in all. / The sons of Tola: Uzzi, Rephaiah, Jeriel, Jahmai, Ibsam, and Shemuel, the heads of their families. In the days of David, 22,600 descendants of Tola were numbered in their genealogies as mighty men of valor. / The son of Uzzi: Izrahiah. The sons of Izrahiah: Michael, Obadiah, Joel, and Isshiah. All five of them were chiefs. ...

Genesis 49:13-15
Zebulun shall dwell by the seashore and become a harbor for ships; his border shall extend to Sidon. / Issachar is a strong donkey, lying down between the sheepfolds. / He saw that his resting place was good and that his land was pleasant, so he bent his shoulder to the burden and submitted to labor as a servant.

Deuteronomy 33:18-19
Concerning Zebulun he said: “Rejoice, Zebulun, in your journeys, and Issachar, in your tents. / They will call the peoples to a mountain; there they will offer sacrifices of righteousness. For they will feast on the abundance of the seas and the hidden treasures of the sand.”

Joshua 19:17-23
The fourth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Issachar: / Their territory included Jezreel, Chesulloth, Shunem, / Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath, ...

Judges 5:14-15
Some came from Ephraim, with their roots in Amalek; Benjamin came with your people after you. The commanders came down from Machir, the bearers of the marshal’s staff from Zebulun. / The princes of Issachar were with Deborah, and Issachar was with Barak, rushing into the valley at his heels. In the clans of Reuben there was great indecision.

1 Kings 4:7-19
Solomon had twelve governors over all Israel to provide food for the king and his household. Each one would arrange provisions for one month of the year, / and these were their names: Ben-hur in the hill country of Ephraim; / Ben-deker in Makaz, in Shaalbim, in Beth-shemesh, and in Elon-beth-hanan; ...

1 Chronicles 12:32-40
From Issachar, men who understood the times and knew what Israel should do: 200 chiefs with all their kinsmen at their command. / From Zebulun: 50,000 fit for service, trained for battle with all kinds of weapons of war, who with one purpose were devoted to David. / From Naphtali: 1,000 commanders, accompanied by 37,000 men with shield and spear. ...

2 Chronicles 30:18
A large number of the people—many from Ephraim, Manasseh, Issachar, and Zebulun—had not purified themselves, yet they ate the Passover, contrary to what was written. But Hezekiah interceded for them, saying, “May the LORD, who is good, provide atonement for everyone

Isaiah 9:1
Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those in distress. In the past He humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future He will honor the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations:

Ezekiel 48:24-25
Simeon will have one portion bordering the territory of Benjamin from east to west. / Issachar will have one portion bordering the territory of Simeon from east to west.

Matthew 4:13-16
Leaving Nazareth, He went and lived in Capernaum, which is by the sea in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali, / to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: / “Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles— ...


Treasury of Scripture

And over the host of the tribe of the children of Issachar was Nethaneel the son of Zuar.

Numbers 1:8
Of Issachar; Nethaneel the son of Zuar.

Numbers 7:18
On the second day Nethaneel the son of Zuar, prince of Issachar, did offer:

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and Ahira
The name "Ahira" in Hebrew is אֲחִירַע (Achira), which means "brother of evil" or "my brother is evil." Despite the negative connotation of his name, Ahira was a leader chosen to represent his tribe. This highlights a recurring biblical theme: God often uses individuals with imperfect backgrounds or names to fulfill His purposes. It serves as a reminder that one's past or name does not define their potential in God's plan.

son of Enan
"Enan" in Hebrew is עֵינָן (Eynan), meaning "having eyes" or "fountain." The mention of lineage is significant in the biblical context, as it establishes identity and authority. In ancient Israel, family lineage was crucial for leadership roles, and being the "son of Enan" would have provided Ahira with a recognized status within the tribe of Naphtali. This emphasizes the importance of heritage and the continuity of God's promises through generations.

was over the division
The phrase "was over the division" indicates a position of leadership and responsibility. In the context of the Israelite camp, each tribe had a specific role and order during their journey through the wilderness. Ahira's leadership over the division of Naphtali signifies the organized structure God established for His people, ensuring order and unity. It reflects the biblical principle that God is a God of order, not chaos, and He appoints leaders to guide His people according to His divine plan.

of the tribe of Naphtali
The "tribe of Naphtali" was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Naphtali, the sixth son of Jacob and Bilhah. The tribe's name in Hebrew, נַפְתָּלִי (Naphtali), is often associated with the idea of struggle or wrestling, as reflected in Genesis 30:8. Historically, the tribe of Naphtali was known for its valor and played a significant role in the conquest of Canaan. This reference to Naphtali in Numbers 10:15 underscores the tribe's continued importance and contribution to the collective journey of the Israelites. It serves as a reminder of the diverse roles and strengths within the body of God's people, each contributing uniquely to the fulfillment of His promises.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Nethanel
נְתַנְאֵ֖ל (nə·ṯan·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5417: Nethanel -- 'given of God', the name of a number of Israelites

son
בְּנֵ֣י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Zuar
צוּעָֽר׃ (ṣū·‘ār)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6686: Zuar -- 'little one', a man of Issachar

was over
וְעַ֨ל־ (wə·‘al-)
Conjunctive waw | Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the division
צְבָ֔א (ṣə·ḇā)
Noun - common singular construct
Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign

of the tribe
מַטֵּ֖ה (maṭ·ṭêh)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4294: A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribe

of Issachar,
יִשָׂשכָ֑ר (yi·śā·š·ḵār)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3485: Issachar -- perhaps 'there is recompense', a son of Jacob and Leah, also a son of Obed-edom


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