Numbers 1:15
New International Version
from Naphtali, Ahira son of Enan.”

New Living Translation
Naphtali Ahira son of Enan

English Standard Version
from Naphtali, Ahira the son of Enan.”

Berean Standard Bible
and from Naphtali, Ahira son of Enan.”

King James Bible
Of Naphtali; Ahira the son of Enan.

New King James Version
from Naphtali, Ahira the son of Enan.”

New American Standard Bible
of Naphtali, Ahira the son of Enan.

NASB 1995
of Naphtali, Ahira the son of Enan.

NASB 1977
of Naphtali, Ahira the son of Enan.

Legacy Standard Bible
of Naphtali, Ahira the son of Enan.

Amplified Bible
from [the tribe of] Naphtali, Ahira the son of Enan.

Christian Standard Bible
Ahira son of Enan from Naphtali.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Ahira son of Enan from Naphtali.

American Standard Version
Of Napthtali: Ahira the son of Enan.

English Revised Version
Of Naphtali; Ahira the son of Enan.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Ahira, son of Enan, from the tribe of Naphtali."

International Standard Version
From Naphtali: Enan's son Ahira."

Majority Standard Bible
and from Naphtali, Ahira son of Enan.?

NET Bible
from Naphtali, Ahira son of Enan."

New Heart English Bible
Of Naphtali: Ahira the son of Enan."

Webster's Bible Translation
Of Naphtali; Ahira the son of Enan.

World English Bible
Of Naphtali: Ahira the son of Enan.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
for Naphtali, Ahira son of Enan.”

Young's Literal Translation
'For Naphtali -- Ahira son of Enan.'

Smith's Literal Translation
For Naphtali: Ahira, son of Enan.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Of Nephtali, Ahira the son of Enan.

Catholic Public Domain Version
of Naphtali, Ahira the son of Enan.”

New American Bible
from Naphtali: Ahira, son of Enan.

New Revised Standard Version
From Naphtali, Ahira son of Enan.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Of Naphtali, Ahida the son of Enan.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Of Naphtali: Akhida, son of Aynan.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Of Naphtali, Ahira the son of Enan.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Of Nephthali, Achire the son of Aenan.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Leaders of the Tribes
14from Gad, Eliasaph son of Deuel; 15and from Naphtali, Ahira son of Enan.” 16These men were appointed from the congregation; they were the leaders of the tribes of their fathers, the heads of the clans of Israel.…

Cross References
Genesis 46:16
The sons of Gad: Ziphion, Haggi, Shuni, Ezbon, Eri, Arodi, and Areli.

Exodus 6:15
The sons of Simeon were Jemuel, Jamin, Ohad, Jachin, Zohar, and Shaul, the son of a Canaanite woman. These were the clans of Simeon.

1 Chronicles 7:1
The sons of Issachar: Tola, Puah, Jashub, and Shimron—four in all.

1 Chronicles 12:30
From Ephraim: 20,800 mighty men of valor, famous among their own clans.

Genesis 49:13
Zebulun shall dwell by the seashore and become a harbor for ships; his border shall extend to Sidon.

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 19:10-16
The third lot came up for the clans of the tribe of Zebulun: The border of their inheritance stretched as far as Sarid. / It went up westward to Maralah, reached Dabbesheth, and met the brook east of Jokneam. / From Sarid it turned eastward along the border of Chisloth-tabor and went on to Daberath and up to Japhia. ...

Judges 5:18
Zebulun was a people who risked their lives; Naphtali, too, on the heights of the battlefield.

1 Kings 4:15
Ahimaaz in Naphtali (he had married Basemath, a daughter of Solomon);

Ezekiel 48:26-27
Zebulun will have one portion bordering the territory of Issachar from east to west. / And Gad will have one portion bordering the territory of Zebulun from east to west.

Matthew 10:2-4
These are the names of the twelve apostles: first Simon, called Peter, and his brother Andrew; James son of Zebedee, and his brother John; / Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; / Simon the Zealot, and Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus.

Luke 6:14-16
Simon, whom He named Peter, and his brother Andrew; James and John; Philip and Bartholomew; / Matthew and Thomas; James son of Alphaeus and Simon called the Zealot; / Judas son of James, and Judas Iscariot, who became a traitor.

Acts 1:13
When they arrived, they went to the upper room where they were staying: Peter and John, James and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James son of Alphaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas son of James.

Revelation 7:8
from the tribe of Zebulun 12,000, from the tribe of Joseph 12,000, and from the tribe of Benjamin 12,000.

Mark 3:16-19
These are the twelve He appointed: Simon (whom He named Peter), / James son of Zebedee and his brother John (whom He named Boanerges, meaning “Sons of Thunder”), / Andrew, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James son of Alphaeus, Thaddaeus, Simon the Zealot, ...


Treasury of Scripture

Of Naphtali; Ahira the son of Enan.

Ahira

Numbers 2:29
Then the tribe of Naphtali: and the captain of the children of Naphtali shall be Ahira the son of Enan.

Numbers 7:78
On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali, offered:

Numbers 10:27
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Naphtali was Ahira the son of Enan.

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and from Naphtali
Naphtali was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Naphtali, the sixth son of Jacob and the second son of Bilhah, Rachel's maidservant. The tribe of Naphtali settled in the northern region of Canaan, an area known for its fertile land and strategic location. This region later became significant in biblical history, as it was part of the area where Jesus conducted much of His ministry, fulfilling the prophecy in Isaiah 9:1-2 about a great light shining in Galilee. The tribe's location made it vulnerable to invasions, which is reflected in the historical accounts of the Assyrian conquest.

Ahira son of Enan
Ahira, the leader of the tribe of Naphtali during the census in the wilderness, is mentioned here. His name means "brother of evil" or "my brother is friend," which may reflect the cultural practice of naming children with aspirational or situational meanings. The mention of Ahira as the son of Enan provides a genealogical link, emphasizing the importance of lineage and heritage in Israelite society. This lineage underscores the continuity of God's promises to the patriarchs, as each tribe's leader represents a fulfillment of the covenant promises made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The role of tribal leaders like Ahira was crucial in organizing and mobilizing the people during their wilderness journey, reflecting the structured and communal nature of Israelite society.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Naphtali
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Naphtali, the sixth son of Jacob and second son of Bilhah, Rachel's maidservant. The tribe of Naphtali was known for its warriors and played a significant role in the conquest of Canaan.

2. Ahira
The leader of the tribe of Naphtali during the census in the wilderness. His name means "brother of evil" or "my brother is evil," which may reflect the challenges or characteristics of his time.

3. Enan
The father of Ahira. Not much is known about Enan, but his mention signifies the importance of lineage and heritage in the Israelite community.

4. Census in the Wilderness
This event, commanded by God, was a military census to organize the Israelites for their journey and eventual conquest of the Promised Land. It was a significant moment of preparation and obedience to God's instructions.

5. Wilderness of Sinai
The location where the census took place, a place of testing, revelation, and preparation for the Israelites as they journeyed from Egypt to the Promised Land.
Teaching Points
Importance of Leadership
Ahira's role as a leader of Naphtali highlights the importance of godly leadership in guiding and organizing God's people. Leaders are called to be faithful and obedient to God's commands.

Significance of Heritage
The mention of Ahira as the son of Enan underscores the value of heritage and lineage in the biblical account. Our spiritual heritage in Christ is vital, and we are called to pass it on to future generations.

Preparation for God's Mission
The census was a preparation for entering the Promised Land. Similarly, believers are called to prepare themselves spiritually for the mission God has for them, through prayer, study, and obedience.

Faithfulness in the Wilderness
The wilderness represents times of testing and growth. Like the Israelites, we are called to remain faithful and trust in God's provision and guidance during challenging times.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
[and] from Naphtali,
לְנַ֨פְתָּלִ֔י (lə·nap̄·tā·lî)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5321: Naphtali -- a son of Jacob, also his descendants and the district settled by them

Ahira
אֲחִירַ֖ע (’ă·ḥî·ra‘)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 299: Ahira -- 'my brother is evil', a leader of Naphtali

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

of Enan.”
עֵינָֽן׃ (‘ê·nān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5881: Enan -- 'having fountains', a man of Naphtali


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