Numbers 10:23
New International Version
Gamaliel son of Pedahzur was over the division of the tribe of Manasseh,

New Living Translation
They were joined by the troops of the tribe of Manasseh, led by Gamaliel son of Pedahzur,

English Standard Version
And over the company of the tribe of the people of Manasseh was Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.

Berean Standard Bible
Gamaliel son of Pedahzur was over the division of the tribe of Manasseh,

King James Bible
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Manasseh was Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.

New King James Version
Over the army of the tribe of the children of Manasseh was Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.

New American Standard Bible
and Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur over the tribal army of the sons of Manasseh;

NASB 1995
and Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur over the tribal army of the sons of Manasseh;

NASB 1977
and Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur over the tribal army of the sons of Manasseh;

Legacy Standard Bible
and Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur over the tribal army of the sons of Manasseh;

Amplified Bible
and Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur was [commander] over the tribal army of the sons of Manasseh,

Christian Standard Bible
Gamaliel son of Pedahzur was over the division of the tribe of Manasseh’s descendants,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Gamaliel son of Pedahzur was over the division of the tribe of Manasseh,

American Standard Version
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Manasseh was Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.

Contemporary English Version
Gamaliel son of Pedahzur was the leader of the Manasseh tribe,

English Revised Version
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Manasseh was Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Gamaliel, son of Pedahzur, commanded the army of Manasseh.

Good News Translation
Gamaliel son of Pedahzur was in command of the tribe of Manasseh,

International Standard Version
Pedazzur's son Gamaliel was in charge of the tribe of Manasseh.

Majority Standard Bible
Gamaliel son of Pedahzur was over the division of the tribe of Manasseh,

NET Bible
Over the company of the tribe of the Manassehites was Gamaliel son of Pedahzur,

New Heart English Bible
Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur was over the army of the tribe of the people of Manasseh.

Webster's Bible Translation
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Manasseh was Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.

World English Bible
Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur was over the army of the tribe of the children of Manasseh.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And over the host of the tribe of the sons of Manasseh [is] Gamalial son of Pedahzur.

Young's Literal Translation
And over the host of the tribe of the sons of Manasseh is Gamalial son of Pedahzur.

Smith's Literal Translation
And over the army of the tribe of the sons of Manasseh, Gamaliel, son of Pedahzur.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And in the tribe of the sons of Manasses, the prince was Gamaliel the son of Phadassur.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And in the tribe of the sons of Manasseh, the leader was Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.

New American Bible
with Gamaliel, son of Pedahzur, over the company of the tribe of Manassites,

New Revised Standard Version
Over the company of the tribe of Manasseh was Gamaliel son of Pedahzur,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Manasseh was Gamaliel the son of Perzur.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Prince of the army of the tribe of Menasheh: Gamaliel son of Partsur.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Manasseh was Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And over the forces of the tribes of the sons of Manasse, was Gamaliel the son of Phadassur.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
From Sinai to Paran
22Next, the divisions of the camp of Ephraim set out under their standard, with Elishama son of Ammihud in command. 23Gamaliel son of Pedahzur was over the division of the tribe of Manasseh, 24and Abidan son of Gideoni was over the division of the tribe of Benjamin.…

Cross References
Exodus 13:21-22
And the LORD went before them in a pillar of cloud to guide their way by day, and in a pillar of fire to give them light by night, so that they could travel by day or night. / Neither the pillar of cloud by day nor the pillar of fire by night left its place before the people.

Nehemiah 9:19
You in Your great compassion did not forsake them in the wilderness. By day the pillar of cloud never turned away from guiding them on their path; and by the night the pillar of fire illuminated the way they should go.

Psalm 78:14
He led them with a cloud by day and with a light of fire all night.

Psalm 105:39
He spread a cloud as a covering and a fire to light up the night.

Isaiah 4:5
Then the LORD will create over all of Mount Zion and over her assemblies a cloud of smoke by day and a glowing flame of fire by night. For over all the glory there will be a canopy,

Isaiah 63:12-14
who sent His glorious arm to lead them by the right hand of Moses, who divided the waters before them to gain for Himself everlasting renown, / who led them through the depths like a horse in the wilderness, so that they did not stumble? / Like cattle going down to the valley, the Spirit of the LORD gave them rest. You led Your people this way to make for Yourself a glorious name.

Deuteronomy 1:33
who went before you on the journey, in the fire by night and in the cloud by day, to seek out a place for you to camp and to show you the road to travel.

Exodus 40:36-38
Whenever the cloud was lifted from above the tabernacle, the Israelites would set out through all the stages of their journey. / If the cloud was not lifted, they would not set out until the day it was taken up. / For the cloud of the LORD was over the tabernacle by day, and fire was in the cloud by night, in the sight of all the house of Israel through all their journeys.

1 Corinthians 10:1-2
I do not want you to be unaware, brothers, that our forefathers were all under the cloud, and that they all passed through the sea. / They were all baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea.

John 1:14
The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.

Revelation 7:15
For this reason, they are before the throne of God and serve Him day and night in His temple; and the One seated on the throne will spread His tabernacle over them.

Revelation 21:3
And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying: “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man, and He will dwell with them. They will be His people, and God Himself will be with them as their God.

Hebrews 12:29
“For our God is a consuming fire.”

Acts 2:3-4
They saw tongues like flames of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. / And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them.

Matthew 17:5
While Peter was still speaking, a bright cloud enveloped them, and a voice from the cloud said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Listen to Him!”


Treasury of Scripture

And over the host of the tribe of the children of Manasseh was Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.

Gamaliel

Numbers 1:10
Of the children of Joseph: of Ephraim; Elishama the son of Ammihud: of Manasseh; Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.

Numbers 7:54
On the eighth day offered Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur, prince of the children of Manasseh:

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14. The order of their march
29. Hobab is entreated by Moses not to leave them
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So they set out from the mountain of the LORD
This phrase marks a pivotal moment in the journey of the Israelites. The "mountain of the LORD" refers to Mount Sinai, where the Israelites received the Law. The Hebrew root for "set out" (נָסַע, nasa) conveys a sense of departure and movement, indicating a transition from a place of divine revelation to a journey of faith. This movement symbolizes the Christian life, where believers are called to move from moments of spiritual encounter into the world, carrying the presence of God with them.

on a journey of three days
The "three days" journey is significant in biblical numerology, often symbolizing completeness and divine intervention. In the context of the Israelites, it represents a period of testing and preparation. Historically, this journey was a step towards the Promised Land, a land flowing with milk and honey, which God had promised to Abraham and his descendants. For Christians, this can be seen as a metaphor for the journey of faith, where believers are called to trust in God's promises despite the uncertainties of the path ahead.

The ark of the covenant of the LORD
The "ark of the covenant" is central to Israel's identity and worship, representing God's presence among His people. The Hebrew word for "ark" (אֲרוֹן, aron) signifies a chest or container, but its spiritual significance is profound. It contained the tablets of the Law, Aaron's rod, and manna, symbolizing God's covenant, authority, and provision. For Christians, the ark prefigures Christ, who is the fulfillment of the Law and the embodiment of God's presence with humanity.

went before them
The phrase "went before them" indicates divine leadership and guidance. The ark leading the way is a powerful image of God going before His people, preparing the way and ensuring their safety. This is a reminder of God's sovereignty and faithfulness. In the Christian journey, this reflects the belief that Christ goes before us, leading and guiding us through the Holy Spirit.

during the three days to seek out a resting place for them
The purpose of the journey was "to seek out a resting place," highlighting God's care and provision. The Hebrew root for "resting place" (מְנוּחָה, menuchah) suggests a place of rest and tranquility. This is a foretaste of the ultimate rest found in God, both in the Promised Land for the Israelites and in the eternal rest promised to believers in Christ. It serves as a reminder that while the journey may be arduous, God is always leading His people towards a place of peace and fulfillment.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Gamaliel
גַּמְלִיאֵ֖ל (gam·lî·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1583: Gamaliel -- a Manassite

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

of Pedahzur
פְּדָה־ (pə·ḏāh-)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6301: Pedahzur -- 'the rock has ransomed', a Manassite

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 Manasseh,
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son


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