Numbers 1:9
New International Version
from Zebulun, Eliab son of Helon;

New Living Translation
Zebulun Eliab son of Helon

English Standard Version
from Zebulun, Eliab the son of Helon;

Berean Standard Bible
from Zebulun, Eliab son of Helon;

King James Bible
Of Zebulun; Eliab the son of Helon.

New King James Version
from Zebulun, Eliab the son of Helon;

New American Standard Bible
of Zebulun, Eliab the son of Helon;

NASB 1995
of Zebulun, Eliab the son of Helon;

NASB 1977
of Zebulun, Eliab the son of Helon;

Legacy Standard Bible
of Zebulun, Eliab the son of Helon;

Amplified Bible
from [the tribe of] Zebulun, Eliab the son of Helon;

Christian Standard Bible
Eliab son of Helon from Zebulun;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Eliab son of Helon from Zebulun;

American Standard Version
Of Zebulun: Eliab the son of Helon.

English Revised Version
Of Zebulun; Eliab the son of Helon.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Eliab, son of Helon, from the tribe of Zebulun;

International Standard Version
From Zebulun: Helon's son Eliab.

Majority Standard Bible
from Zebulun, Eliab son of Helon;

NET Bible
from Zebulun, Eliab son of Helon;

New Heart English Bible
Of Zebulun: Eliab the son of Helon.

Webster's Bible Translation
Of Zebulun; Eliab the son of Helon.

World English Bible
Of Zebulun: Eliab the son of Helon.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
for Zebulun, Eliab son of Helon;

Young's Literal Translation
'For Zebulun -- Eliab son of Helon.

Smith's Literal Translation
For Zebulon: Eliab, son of Helon.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Of Zabulon, Eliab the son of Helon.

Catholic Public Domain Version
of Zebulon, Eliab the son of Helon.

New American Bible
from Zebulun: Eliab, son of Helon;

New Revised Standard Version
From Zebulun, Eliab son of Helon.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Of Zebulun, Eliab the son of Helon.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Of Zebulun: Elyab, son of Khelon.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Of Zebulun, Eliab the son of Helon.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Of Zabulon, Eliab the son of Chaelon.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Leaders of the Tribes
8from Issachar, Nethanel son of Zuar; 9from Zebulun, Eliab son of Helon; 10from the sons of Joseph: from Ephraim, Elishama son of Ammihud, and from Manasseh, Gamaliel son of Pedahzur;…

Cross References
Genesis 49:14-15
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.”

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 Chronicles 12:32
From Issachar, men who understood the times and knew what Israel should do: 200 chiefs with all their kinsmen at their command.

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. ...

1 Chronicles 27:18
over Judah was Elihu, one of David’s brothers; over Issachar was Omri son of Michael;

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

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

Revelation 7:7
from the tribe of Simeon 12,000, from the tribe of Levi 12,000, from the tribe of Issachar 12,000,

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 6:13-16
When daylight came, He called His disciples to Him and chose twelve of them, whom He also designated as apostles: / 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; ...

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.

Acts 2:14
Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, lifted up his voice, and addressed the crowd: “Men of Judea and all who dwell in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and listen carefully to my words.

Acts 4:36-37
Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (meaning Son of Encouragement), / sold a field he owned, brought the money, and laid it at the apostles’ feet.

Romans 11:1
I ask then, did God reject His people? Certainly not! I am an Israelite myself, a descendant of Abraham, from the tribe of Benjamin.


Treasury of Scripture

Of Zebulun; Eliab the son of Helon.

Eliab

Numbers 2:7
Then the tribe of Zebulun: and Eliab the son of Helon shall be captain of the children of Zebulun.

Numbers 7:24
On the third day Eliab the son of Helon, prince of the children of Zebulun, did offer:

Numbers 10:16
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Zebulun was Eliab the son of Helon.

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from Zebulun
Zebulun was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Jacob's tenth son, Zebulun. The tribe's territory was located in the northern part of Canaan, near the Sea of Galilee. This region was known for its fertile land and strategic location for trade. Zebulun's inheritance is detailed in Joshua 19:10-16. The tribe played a significant role in Israel's history, including providing warriors for battles, as seen in Judges 4:6 and 1 Chronicles 12:33. Zebulun is also mentioned in the blessings of Jacob in Genesis 49:13, where it is prophesied that Zebulun will dwell by the seashore and be a haven for ships, indicating its future prosperity and involvement in trade.

Eliab son of Helon
Eliab, the son of Helon, is identified as the leader of the tribe of Zebulun during the census in the wilderness. His name means "God is Father," reflecting the theocentric naming conventions of the time. Eliab's role as a leader is significant, as he represents his tribe in the assembly of Israel's leaders. The mention of his father, Helon, follows the common biblical practice of identifying individuals by their lineage, which was crucial for maintaining tribal identity and inheritance rights. Eliab's leadership is further noted in Numbers 2:7, where he is listed as the head of the tribe's military division, indicating his importance in both civil and military affairs.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Zebulun
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Jacob's tenth son, Zebulun. The tribe of Zebulun was known for its maritime activities and settled in the northern part of Canaan.

2. Eliab
The son of Helon, Eliab was chosen as the leader of the tribe of Zebulun during the census in the wilderness. His name means "God is Father" in Hebrew, reflecting a strong spiritual heritage.

3. Helon
The father of Eliab, mentioned here to establish Eliab's lineage and authority within the tribe of Zebulun.

4. Census in the Wilderness
This event, commanded by God, was a military and organizational census of the Israelite men able to go to war, conducted in the wilderness of Sinai.
Teaching Points
Leadership and Lineage
Eliab's role as a leader emphasizes the importance of godly leadership and the responsibility that comes with it. In our lives, we should seek to lead with integrity and faithfulness, recognizing the influence of our spiritual heritage.

Obedience to God's Commands
The census was conducted as per God's command, illustrating the importance of obedience. We are called to follow God's instructions in our lives, trusting in His wisdom and timing.

Community and Identity
The mention of tribes and leaders underscores the significance of community and identity within God's people. We should value our place within the body of Christ, contributing to the community with our unique gifts and callings.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
from Zebulun,
לִזְבוּלֻ֕ן (liz·ḇū·lun)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2074: Zebulun -- a son of Jacob, also his descendants and their territory

Eliab
אֱלִיאָ֖ב (’ĕ·lî·’āḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 446: Eliab -- 'God is father', the name of several Israelites

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

of Helon;
חֵלֹֽן׃ (ḥê·lōn)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 2497: Helon -- a man of Zebulon


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