Numbers 10:26
New International Version
Pagiel son of Okran was over the division of the tribe of Asher,

New Living Translation
They were joined by the troops of the tribe of Asher, led by Pagiel son of Ocran,

English Standard Version
And over the company of the tribe of the people of Asher was Pagiel the son of Ochran.

Berean Standard Bible
Pagiel son of Ocran was over the division of the tribe of Asher,

King James Bible
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Asher was Pagiel the son of Ocran.

New King James Version
Over the army of the tribe of the children of Asher was Pagiel the son of Ocran.

New American Standard Bible
and Pagiel the son of Ochran over the tribal army of the sons of Asher;

NASB 1995
and Pagiel the son of Ochran over the tribal army of the sons of Asher;

NASB 1977
and Pagiel the son of Ochran over the tribal army of the sons of Asher;

Legacy Standard Bible
and Pagiel the son of Ochran over the tribal army of the sons of Asher;

Amplified Bible
and Pagiel the son of Ochran was [commander] over the tribal army of the sons of Asher,

Christian Standard Bible
Pagiel son of Ochran was over the division of the tribe of Asher’s descendants,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Pagiel son of Ochran was over the division of the tribe of Asher,

American Standard Version
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Asher was Pagiel the son of Ochran.

Contemporary English Version
Pagiel son of Ochran was the leader of the Asher tribe,

English Revised Version
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Asher was Pagiel the son of Ochran.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Pagiel, son of Ochran, commanded the army of Asher.

Good News Translation
Pagiel son of Ochran was in command of the tribe of Asher,

International Standard Version
Ochran's son Pagiel was in charge of the tribe of Asher.

Majority Standard Bible
Pagiel son of Ocran was over the division of the tribe of Asher,

NET Bible
Over the company of the tribe of the Asherites was Pagiel son of Ocran,

New Heart English Bible
Pagiel the son of Ochran was over the army of the tribe of the people of Asher.

Webster's Bible Translation
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Asher was Pagiel the son of Ocran.

World English Bible
Pagiel the son of Ochran was over the army of the tribe of the children of Asher.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And over the host of the tribe of the sons of Asher [is] Pagiel son of Ocran.

Young's Literal Translation
And over the host of the tribe of the sons of Asher is Pagiel son of Ocran.

Smith's Literal Translation
And over the army of the tribe of the sons of Asher, Pagiel, the son of Ocran.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And in the tribe of the sons of Aser, the prince was Phegiel the son of Ochran.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And in the tribe of the sons of Asher, the leader was Pagiel the son of Ochran.

New American Bible
with Pagiel, son of Ochran, over the company of the tribe of Asherites,

New Revised Standard Version
Over the company of the tribe of Asher was Pagiel son of Ochran,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Asher was Pagiel the son of Ocran.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the Prince of the host of the tribe of Ashayr: Pagayl son of Akran.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Asher was Pagiel the son of Ochran.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And over the forces of the tribe of the sons of Aser, was Phageel the son of Echran.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
From Sinai to Paran
25Finally, the divisions of the camp of Dan set out under their standard, serving as the rear guard for all units, with Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai in command. 26Pagiel son of Ocran was over the division of the tribe of Asher, 27and Ahira son of Enan was over the division of the tribe of Naphtali.…

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Hebrews 11:29
By faith the people passed through the Red Sea as on dry land; but when the Egyptians tried to follow, they were drowned.

Revelation 7:15-17
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. / ‘Never again will they hunger, and never will they thirst; nor will the sun beat down upon them, nor any scorching heat.’ / For the Lamb in the center of the throne will be their shepherd. ‘He will lead them to springs of living water,’ and ‘God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.’”

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.

John 14:16-17
And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate to be with you forever— / the Spirit of truth. The world cannot receive Him, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him. But you do know Him, for He abides with you and will be in you.

Acts 2:1-4
When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. / Suddenly a sound like a mighty rushing wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. / They saw tongues like flames of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. ...

Acts 13:2-4
While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” / And after they had fasted and prayed, they laid their hands on them and sent them off. / So Barnabas and Saul, sent forth by the Holy Spirit, went down to Seleucia and sailed from there to Cyprus.


Treasury of Scripture

And over the host of the tribe of the children of Asher was Pagiel the son of Ocran.

Pagiel

Numbers 1:13
Of Asher; Pagiel the son of Ocran.

Numbers 7:72
On the eleventh day Pagiel the son of Ocran, prince of the children of Asher, offered:

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Pagiel son of Ocran
Pagiel, whose name means "God intervenes" or "God meets," is identified as the leader of the tribe of Asher during the Israelites' wilderness journey. His father, Ocran, is mentioned only in genealogical contexts, indicating the importance of lineage and heritage in Israelite society. The naming of leaders by their fathers' names underscores the patriarchal structure of ancient Israel. This practice also highlights the continuity of God's promises through generations, as seen in the genealogies of Jesus in the New Testament (Matthew 1, Luke 3).

was over the division
The term "division" refers to the organized military and social structure of the Israelite camp. Each tribe was divided into divisions, which were further organized into smaller units. This structure was crucial for maintaining order during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. It reflects God's command for order and discipline among His people, as seen in the detailed instructions for the camp's arrangement in Numbers 2. This organization also prefigures the order and unity expected in the body of Christ, as described in 1 Corinthians 12.

of the tribe of Asher
Asher, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, was named after Jacob's eighth son by Zilpah, Leah's maidservant (Genesis 30:12-13). The tribe of Asher was known for its abundance and prosperity, as prophesied by Jacob in Genesis 49:20, "Asher’s food will be rich; he will provide delicacies fit for a king." This blessing is echoed in Moses' blessing in Deuteronomy 33:24, where Asher is described as "most blessed of sons." The tribe's location in the fertile region of northern Canaan contributed to its prosperity. Asher's role in the wilderness journey and its later settlement in the Promised Land illustrate God's provision and faithfulness to His promises.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Pagiel
He is the son of Ocran and the leader of the tribe of Asher during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. His name means "God meets" or "God intervenes," reflecting a divine connection or purpose.

2. Ocran
The father of Pagiel, mentioned in the context of the tribal leadership. His name means "troubled" or "disturbed," which may reflect the challenges faced by the Israelites.

3. Tribe of Asher
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Asher, the eighth son of Jacob and Zilpah. The tribe is known for its blessings of abundance and prosperity.

4. Wilderness Journey
The context of this verse is the Israelites' journey from Mount Sinai to the Promised Land, a period of testing, organization, and reliance on God's guidance.

5. Israelite Camp Organization
Numbers 10 describes the orderly movement of the Israelite camp, with each tribe having a specific role and position, demonstrating God's order and structure.
Teaching Points
Leadership and Responsibility
Pagiel's role as a leader of the tribe of Asher highlights the importance of leadership in God's community. Leaders are called to guide, protect, and serve their people, reflecting God's order and purpose.

Divine Order and Structure
The organization of the Israelite camp demonstrates God's desire for order and structure in our lives. We are called to live disciplined lives, following God's guidance and commands.

Heritage and Identity
The tribe of Asher's identity and blessings remind us of the importance of understanding our spiritual heritage. As believers, we are part of God's family, blessed and called to live out our identity in Christ.

Faithfulness in the Journey
The wilderness journey represents the trials and growth in our spiritual walk. We are encouraged to remain faithful, trusting in God's provision and guidance through life's challenges.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Pagiel
פַּגְעִיאֵ֖ל (paḡ·‘î·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6295: Pagiel -- 'occurrence of God', an Asherite

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

of Ocran
עָכְרָֽן׃ (‘ā·ḵə·rān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5918: Ochran -- an Asherite

was over
וְעַל־ (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 Asher,
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son


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