Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “You and Eleazar the priest and the family heads of the community are to count all the people and animals that were captured. New Living Translation “You and Eleazar the priest and the family leaders of each tribe are to make a list of all the plunder taken in the battle, including the people and animals. English Standard Version “Take the count of the plunder that was taken, both of man and of beast, you and Eleazar the priest and the heads of the fathers’ houses of the congregation, Berean Standard Bible “You and Eleazar the priest and the family heads of the congregation are to take a count of what was captured, both of man and beast. King James Bible Take the sum of the prey that was taken, both of man and of beast, thou, and Eleazar the priest, and the chief fathers of the congregation: New King James Version “Count up the plunder that was taken—of man and beast—you and Eleazar the priest and the chief fathers of the congregation; New American Standard Bible “You and Eleazar the priest and the heads of the fathers’ households of the congregation take a count of the spoils that were captured, both of people and of livestock; NASB 1995 “You and Eleazar the priest and the heads of the fathers’ households of the congregation take a count of the booty that was captured, both of man and of animal; NASB 1977 “You and Eleazar the priest and the heads of the fathers’ households of the congregation, take a count of the booty that was captured, both of man and of animal; Legacy Standard Bible “You and Eleazar the priest and the heads of the fathers’ households of the congregation take a count of the loot that was captured, both of man and of animal; Amplified Bible “You and Eleazar the priest and the leaders of the fathers’ households of the congregation are to take a count of the spoil of war that was captured, both people and livestock. Christian Standard Bible “You, the priest Eleazar, and the family heads of the community are to take a count of what was captured, people and animals. Holman Christian Standard Bible You, Eleazar the priest, and the family leaders of the community are to take a count of what was captured, man and beast. American Standard Version Take the sum of the prey that was taken, both of man and of beast, thou, and Eleazar the priest, and the heads of the fathers' houses of the congregation; English Revised Version Take the sum of the prey that was taken, both of man and of beast, thou, and Eleazar the priest, and the heads of the fathers' houses of the congregation: GOD'S WORD® Translation "You, the priest Eleazar, and the heads of the families of the community need to count all the loot, including the people and animals you captured. Good News Translation "You and Eleazar, together with the other leaders of the community, are to count everything that has been captured, including the prisoners and the animals. International Standard Version "Take an inventory of the booty that was taken in the battle, both of humans and of animals. Then you, Eleazar the priest, and the leaders of the fathers of the community Majority Standard Bible “You and Eleazar the priest and the family heads of the congregation are to take a count of what was captured, both of man and beast. NET Bible "You and Eleazar the priest, and all the family leaders of the community, take the sum of the plunder that was captured, both people and animals. New Heart English Bible "Take the sum of the prey that was taken, both of man and of animal, you, and Eleazar the priest, and the heads of the ancestral houses of the congregation; Webster's Bible Translation Take the sum of the prey that was taken, both of man and of beast, thou, and Eleazar the priest, and the chief fathers of the congregation: World English Bible “Count the plunder that was taken, both of man and of animal, you, and Eleazar the priest, and the heads of the fathers’ households of the congregation; Literal Translations Literal Standard Version“Take up the sum of the prey of the captives, among man and among beast, you, and Eleazar the priest, and the heads of the fathers of the congregation; Young's Literal Translation 'Take up the sum of the prey of the captives, among man and among beast, thou, and Eleazar the priest, and the heads of the fathers of the company; Smith's Literal Translation Take the head of the spoil of the captivity, in man and in cattle, thou and Eleazar the priest, and the heads of the fathers of the assembly. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleTake the sum of the things that were taken both of man and beast, thou and Eleazar the priest and the princes of the multitude: Catholic Public Domain Version “Take the sum of those things which were captured, from man even to beast, you and Eleazar the priest, and the leaders of the common people. New American Bible With the help of Eleazar the priest and of the heads of the ancestral houses of the community, inventory all the spoils captured, human being and beast alike; New Revised Standard Version “You and Eleazar the priest and the heads of the ancestral houses of the congregation make an inventory of the booty captured, both human and animal. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTake the count of the prey that was taken and of the captives, both of man and of beast, you and Eleazar the priest and the chiefs of the fathers of the congregation; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated “Take a count of the prey and of the captives of the children of men and of the animals, you and Eliazar the Priest and the Chiefs of the fathers of the assembly: OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Take the sum of the prey that was taken, both of man and of beast, thou, and Eleazar the priest, and the heads of the fathers' houses of the congregation; Brenton Septuagint Translation Take the sum of the spoils of the captivity both of man and beast, thou and Eleazar the priest, and the heads of the families of the congregation. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Division of the Spoils25The LORD said to Moses, 26“You and Eleazar the priest and the family heads of the congregation are to take a count of what was captured, both of man and beast. 27Then divide the captives between the troops who went out to battle and the rest of the congregation.… Cross References Joshua 22:8 saying, “Return to your homes with your great wealth, with immense herds of livestock, with silver, gold, bronze, iron, and very many clothes. Divide with your brothers the spoil of your enemies.” 1 Samuel 30:24-25 Who will listen to your proposal? The share of the one who went to battle will match the share of the one who stayed with the supplies. They will share alike.” / And so it has been from that day forward. David established this statute and ordinance for Israel to this very day. Deuteronomy 20:14 But the women, children, livestock, and whatever else is in the city—all its spoil—you may take as plunder, and you shall use the spoil of your enemies that the LORD your God gives you. 1 Chronicles 26:27-28 They had dedicated some of the plunder from their battles to the repair of the house of the LORD. / Everything that had been dedicated by Samuel the seer, Saul son of Kish, Abner son of Ner, and Joab son of Zeruiah, along with everything else that was dedicated, was under the care of Shelomith and his brothers. 2 Chronicles 31:4-6 Moreover, he commanded the people living in Jerusalem to make a contribution for the priests and Levites so that they could devote themselves to the Law of the LORD. / As soon as the order went out, the Israelites generously provided the firstfruits of the grain, new wine, oil, and honey, and of all the produce of the field, and they brought in an abundance—a tithe of everything. / And the Israelites and Judahites who lived in the cities of Judah also brought a tithe of their herds and flocks and a tithe of the holy things consecrated to the LORD their God, and they laid them in large heaps. 2 Kings 22:4-7 “Go up to Hilkiah the high priest and have him count the money that has been brought into the house of the LORD, which the doorkeepers have collected from the people. / And let them deliver it into the hands of the supervisors of those doing the work on the house of the LORD, who in turn are to give it to the workmen repairing the damages to the house of the LORD— / to the carpenters, builders, and masons—to buy timber and dressed stone to repair the temple. ... 1 Corinthians 9:13-14 Do you not know that those who work in the temple eat of its food, and those who serve at the altar partake of its offerings? / In the same way, the Lord has prescribed that those who preach the gospel should receive their living from the gospel. Luke 10:7 Stay at the same house, eating and drinking whatever you are offered. For the worker is worthy of his wages. Do not move around from house to house. 1 Timothy 5:18 For the Scripture says, “Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain,” and, “The worker is worthy of his wages.” Acts 4:34-35 There were no needy ones among them, because those who owned lands or houses would sell their property, bring the proceeds from the sales, / and lay them at the apostles’ feet for distribution to anyone as he had need. Acts 2:44-45 All the believers were together and had everything in common. / Selling their possessions and goods, they shared with anyone who was in need. Romans 15:27 They were pleased to do it, and indeed they owe it to them. For if the Gentiles have shared in their spiritual blessings, they are obligated to minister to them with material blessings. Galatians 6:6 Nevertheless, the one who receives instruction in the word must share in all good things with his instructor. Philippians 4:15-17 And as you Philippians know, in the early days of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church but you partnered with me in the matter of giving and receiving. / For even while I was in Thessalonica, you provided for my needs again and again. / Not that I am seeking a gift, but I am looking for the fruit that may be credited to your account. Hebrews 7:5 Now the law commands the sons of Levi who become priests to collect a tenth from the people—that is, from their brothers—though they too are descended from Abraham. Treasury of Scripture Take the sum of the prey that was taken, both of man and of beast, you, and Eleazar the priest, and the chief fathers of the congregation: that was taken. Jump to Previous Account Animal Animals Assembly Beast Booty Captives Captured Cattle Chief Community Company Congregation Count Eleazar Elea'zar Heads Households Houses Prey Priest Sum WarJump to Next Account Animal Animals Assembly Beast Booty Captives Captured Cattle Chief Community Company Congregation Count Eleazar Elea'zar Heads Households Houses Prey Priest Sum WarNumbers 31 1. The Midianites are spoiled, and Balaam slain13. Moses is angry with the officers, for saving the women alive 19. How the soldiers, with their captives and spoil, are to be purified 25. The proportion in which the prey is to be divided 48. The voluntary offering unto the treasure of the Lord You and Eleazar the priest This phrase highlights the collaborative leadership between Moses and Eleazar, the son of Aaron, who served as the high priest. The Hebrew root for "priest" is "kohen," which signifies one who mediates between God and the people. Eleazar's involvement underscores the importance of spiritual oversight in matters of war and plunder, ensuring that the actions align with God's commandments. Historically, the priesthood played a crucial role in guiding Israel in both religious and civil matters, reflecting the theocratic nature of their society. and the heads of the families of the congregation are to count all the people and animals captured as plunder Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew “Youאַתָּה֙ (’at·tāh) Pronoun - second person masculine singular Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you and Eleazar וְאֶלְעָזָ֣ר (wə·’el·‘ā·zār) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 499: Eleazar -- 'God has helped', six Israelites the priest הַכֹּהֵ֔ן (hak·kō·hên) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3548: Priest and the family אֲב֥וֹת (’ă·ḇō·wṯ) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1: Father heads רֹ֤אשׁ (rōš) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7218: The head of the congregation הָעֵדָֽה׃ (hā·‘ê·ḏāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5712: A stated assemblage are to take a count שָׂ֗א (śā) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 5375: To lift, carry, take of what was captured, וְרָאשֵׁ֖י (wə·rā·šê) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 7218: The head [both] of man בָּאָדָ֖ם (bā·’ā·ḏām) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being and beast. וּבַבְּהֵמָ֑ה (ū·ḇab·bə·hê·māh) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 929: A dumb beast, any large quadruped, animal Links Numbers 31:26 NIVNumbers 31:26 NLT Numbers 31:26 ESV Numbers 31:26 NASB Numbers 31:26 KJV Numbers 31:26 BibleApps.com Numbers 31:26 Biblia Paralela Numbers 31:26 Chinese Bible Numbers 31:26 French Bible Numbers 31:26 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 31:26 Take the sum of the prey that (Nu Num.) |