Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version All the men assigned to the camp of Judah, according to their divisions, number 186,400. They will set out first. New Living Translation So the total of all the troops on Judah’s side of the camp is 186,400. These three tribes are to lead the way whenever the Israelites travel to a new campsite. English Standard Version All those listed of the camp of Judah, by their companies, were 186,400. They shall set out first on the march. Berean Standard Bible The total number of men in the divisions of the camp of Judah is 186,400; they shall set out first. King James Bible All that were numbered in the camp of Judah were an hundred thousand and fourscore thousand and six thousand and four hundred, throughout their armies. These shall first set forth. New King James Version “All who were numbered according to their armies of the forces with Judah, one hundred and eighty-six thousand four hundred—these shall break camp first. New American Standard Bible The total of the numbered men of the camp of Judah: 186,400, by their armies. They shall set out first. NASB 1995 “The total of the numbered men of the camp of Judah: 186,400, by their armies. They shall set out first. NASB 1977 “The total of the numbered men of the camp of Judah: 186,400, by their armies. They shall set out first. Legacy Standard Bible The total of the numbered men of the camp of Judah: 186,400, by their armies. They shall set out first. Amplified Bible The total of the numbered men [in the three tribes on the east side] in the camp of Judah was 186,400, by their armies. They shall move out first [on the march]. Christian Standard Bible The total number in their military divisions who belong to Judah’s encampment is 186,400; they will move out first. Holman Christian Standard Bible The total number in their military divisions who belong to Judah’s encampment is 186,400; they will move out first. American Standard Version All that were numbered of the camp of Judah were a hundred thousand and fourscore thousand and six thousand and four hundred, according to their hosts. They shall set forth first. Contemporary English Version These 186,400 troops will march into battle first. English Revised Version All that were numbered of the camp of Judah were an hundred thousand and fourscore thousand and six thousand and four hundred, according to their hosts. They shall set forth first. GOD'S WORD® Translation "The grand total of all the troops in Judah's camp is 186,400. They will be the first group to move out. International Standard Version All those numbered by division in the camp of Judah total 186,400. They are to be the first to travel." NET Bible All those numbered of the camp of Judah, according to their divisions, are 186,400. They will travel at the front. New Heart English Bible All who were numbered of the camp of Judah were one hundred eighty-six thousand four hundred, according to their divisions. They shall set out first. Webster's Bible Translation All that were numbered in the camp of Judah were a hundred thousand and eighty thousand and six thousand and four hundred throughout their armies: these shall first move forward. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe total number of men in the divisions of the camp of Judah is 186,400; they shall set out first. World English Bible “All who were counted of the camp of Judah were one hundred eighty-six thousand four hundred, according to their divisions. They shall set out first. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAll those numbered of the camp of Judah [are] one hundred thousand and eighty thousand and six thousand and four hundred, by their hosts; they journey first. Young's Literal Translation all those numbered of the camp of Judah are a hundred thousand, and eighty thousand, and six thousand, and four hundred, by their hosts; they journey first. Smith's Literal Translation All they being reviewed for the camp of Judah, a hundred thousand and eighty thousand and six thousand and four hundred, for their warfare: they shall first remove. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAll that were numbered in the camp of Juda, were a hundred and eighty-six thousand four hundred: and they by their troops shall march first. Catholic Public Domain Version All who were numbered in the camp of Judah were one hundred eighty-six thousand four hundred. And these, by their companies, shall go forth first. New American Bible The total enrollment of the camp of Judah by companies is one hundred and eighty-six thousand four hundred. They shall be first on the march. New Revised Standard Version The total enrollment of the camp of Judah, by companies, is one hundred eighty-six thousand four hundred. They shall set out first on the march. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe total number of the camp of Judah was one hundred and eighty-six thousand and four hundred, throughout their armies. They shall march first. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated All the number of the camp of Yehuda: a hundred and eighty and six thousand and four hundred for their armies; those shall be picking up first. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917all that were numbered of the camp of Judah being a hundred thousand and fourscore thousand and six thousand and four hundred, according to their hosts; they shall set forth first. Brenton Septuagint Translation All that were numbered of the camp of Juda were a hundred and eighty thousand and six thousand and four hundred: they shall move first with their forces. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Order of the Camps…8and his division numbers 57,400. 9The total number of men in the divisions of the camp of Judah is 186,400; they shall set out first. 10On the south side, the divisions of Reuben are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Reubenites is Elizur son of Shedeur,… Cross References Exodus 12:37 The Israelites journeyed from Rameses to Succoth with about 600,000 men on foot, besides women and children. Exodus 38:26 a beka per person, that is, half a shekel, according to the sanctuary shekel, from everyone twenty years of age or older who had crossed over to be numbered, a total of 603,550 men. Numbers 1:46 And all those counted totaled 603,550. Numbers 10:14 First, the divisions of the camp of Judah set out under their standard, with Nahshon son of Amminadab in command. Deuteronomy 1:10 The LORD your God has multiplied you, so that today you are as numerous as the stars in the sky. Deuteronomy 1:15 So I took the leaders of your tribes, wise and respected men, and appointed them as leaders over you—as commanders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens, and as officers for your tribes. Joshua 4:12-13 The Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh crossed over before the Israelites, armed for battle as Moses had instructed them. / About 40,000 troops armed for battle crossed over before the LORD into the plains of Jericho. 1 Chronicles 5:18 The Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh had 44,760 warriors—valiant men who carried the shield and sword, drew the bow, and were trained for battle. 1 Chronicles 12:23-37 Now these are the numbers of men armed for battle who came to David at Hebron to turn Saul’s kingdom over to him, in accordance with the word of the LORD: / From Judah: 6,800 armed troops bearing shields and spears. / From Simeon: 7,100 mighty men of valor, ready for battle. ... 2 Chronicles 13:3 Abijah went into battle with an army of 400,000 chosen men, while Jeroboam drew up in formation against him with 800,000 chosen and mighty men of valor. Psalm 68:17 The chariots of God are tens of thousands—thousands of thousands are they; the Lord is in His sanctuary as He was at Sinai. Isaiah 48:19 Your descendants would have been as countless as the sand, and your offspring as numerous as its grains; their name would never be cut off or eliminated from My presence.” Matthew 1:2-3 Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. / Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. Matthew 19:28 Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. Luke 22:30 so that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. Treasury of Scripture All that were numbered in the camp of Judah were an hundred thousand and fourscore thousand and six thousand and four hundred, throughout their armies. These shall first set forth. these shall Numbers 10:14 In the first place went the standard of the camp of the children of Judah according to their armies: and over his host was Nahshon the son of Amminadab. Jump to Previous Armies Assigned Camp Divisions Eighty Eighty-Six First Forth Forward Four Fourscore Hosts Hundred Judah March Move Numbered Six Thousand Throughout Total WholeJump to Next Armies Assigned Camp Divisions Eighty Eighty-Six First Forth Forward Four Fourscore Hosts Hundred Judah March Move Numbered Six Thousand Throughout Total WholeNumbers 2 1. The order of the tribes in their tents.The total number of men in the divisions of the camp of Judah is 186,400; The tribe of Judah is given a prominent position among the tribes of Israel, reflecting its future significance in biblical history. Judah's large number of men, 186,400, indicates its strength and leadership role among the tribes. This number includes men aged 20 and older who are able to go to war, highlighting the military readiness of the tribe. Judah's prominence is further emphasized by its association with kingship, as King David and ultimately Jesus Christ, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, come from this lineage. The large number also signifies God's blessing and favor upon Judah, as it is the largest of the tribes, fulfilling Jacob's blessing in Genesis 49:8-10, where Judah is prophesied to be a leader among his brothers. they shall set out first. Persons / Places / Events 1. JudahOne of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Judah, the fourth son of Jacob and Leah. The tribe of Judah is significant for its leadership role among the tribes and its association with the lineage of King David and ultimately Jesus Christ. 2. The Camp of Judah Refers to the arrangement of the Israelite tribes around the Tabernacle during their wilderness journey. The camp of Judah was positioned on the east side, symbolizing leadership and prominence. 3. The Wilderness Journey The period during which the Israelites traveled from Egypt to the Promised Land, guided by God through Moses. This journey was marked by divine provision and instruction, including the organization of the tribes. Teaching Points Leadership and ResponsibilityThe tribe of Judah was given the responsibility to lead the march, symbolizing leadership and initiative. In our lives, we are called to step into roles of leadership with humility and reliance on God. Order and Organization God's instructions for the camp's arrangement reflect His desire for order and structure. In our spiritual lives, we should seek to align ourselves with God's order, prioritizing His will and guidance. Heritage and Promise The prominence of Judah points to the fulfillment of God's promises through Jesus. We are reminded of the importance of our spiritual heritage and the promises we have in Christ. Unity and Cooperation The tribes were organized to work together, each with a specific role. In the body of Christ, unity and cooperation are essential for fulfilling God's purposes. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Numbers 2How does 1 Chronicles 27's census reconcile with other conflicting census figures in the Bible (e.g., 2 Samuel 24)? How plausible are the massive population figures in Numbers 2:3–31 when viewed through historical or archaeological evidence? How many fighting men were found in Judah? Five hundred thousand (2 Samuel 24:9) Four hundred and seventy thousand (I Chronicles 21:5) In 2 Chronicles 35:18, why does the text claim no Passover like Josiah's had been celebrated 'since the days of Samuel,' seemingly ignoring the grand Passover of Hezekiah in 2 Chronicles 30?Verse 9. - These shall first set forth. No order to set forth had been given, but the necessity of doing so was understood, and is here anticipated, as in Numbers 1:51. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The totalכָּֽל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every number of men הַפְּקֻדִ֞ים (hap·pə·qu·ḏîm) Article | Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine plural Strong's 6485: To visit, to oversee, muster, charge, care for, miss, deposit in the divisions לְצִבְאֹתָ֑ם (lə·ṣiḇ·’ō·ṯām) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign of the camp לְמַחֲנֵ֣ה (lə·ma·ḥă·nêh) Preposition-l | Noun - common singular construct Strong's 4264: An encampment, an army of Judah יְהוּדָ֗ה (yə·hū·ḏāh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites is 186,400; מְאַ֨ת (mə·’aṯ) Number - feminine singular construct Strong's 3967: A hundred they shall set out יִסָּֽעוּ׃ (yis·sā·‘ū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5265: To pull up, the tent-pins, start on a, journey first. רִאשֹׁנָ֖ה (ri·šō·nāh) Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 7223: First, in place, time, rank Links Numbers 2:9 NIVNumbers 2:9 NLT Numbers 2:9 ESV Numbers 2:9 NASB Numbers 2:9 KJV Numbers 2:9 BibleApps.com Numbers 2:9 Biblia Paralela Numbers 2:9 Chinese Bible Numbers 2:9 French Bible Numbers 2:9 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 2:9 All who were numbered of the camp (Nu Num.) |
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