Numbers 2:11
New International Version
His division numbers 46,500.

New Living Translation


English Standard Version
his company as listed being 46,500.

Berean Standard Bible
and his division numbers 46,500.

King James Bible
And his host, and those that were numbered thereof, were forty and six thousand and five hundred.

New King James Version
And his army was numbered at forty-six thousand five hundred.

New American Standard Bible
and his army, their numbered men: 46,500.

NASB 1995
and his army, even their numbered men, 46,500.

NASB 1977
and his army, even their numbered men, 46,500.

Legacy Standard Bible
and his army, even his numbered men, 46,500.

Amplified Bible
and his army as numbered totaled 46,500.

Christian Standard Bible
His military division numbers 46,500.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
His military division numbers 46,500.

American Standard Version
And his host, and those that were numbered thereof, were forty and six thousand and five hundred.

English Revised Version
And his host, and those that were numbered thereof, were forty and six thousand and five hundred.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The total number of men in his army is 46,500.

International Standard Version
Those in his division number 46,500.

Majority Standard Bible
and his division numbers 46,500.

NET Bible
Those numbered in his division are 46,500.

New Heart English Bible
His division, and those who were numbered of it, were forty-six thousand five hundred.

Webster's Bible Translation
And his host, and those that were numbered of it were forty and six thousand and five hundred.

World English Bible
His division, and those who were counted of it, were forty-six thousand five hundred.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and his host, and its numbered ones, [are] forty-six thousand and five hundred.

Young's Literal Translation
and his host, and its numbered ones, are six and forty thousand and five hundred.

Smith's Literal Translation
And his army, and they being reviewed, six and forty thousand and five hundred.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the whole army of his fighting men, that were numbered, were forty-six thousand five hundred.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the entire army of his fighting men, who were numbered, were forty-six thousand five hundred.

New American Bible
and the enrollment of his company is forty-six thousand five hundred.

New Revised Standard Version
with a company as enrolled of forty-six thousand five hundred.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the number of his host was forty-six thousand and five hundred.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the number of his army: forty and six thousand and five hundred.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and his host, and those that were numbered thereof, forty and six thousand and five hundred;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
His forces that were numbered, were forty-six thousand and five hundred.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Order of the Camps
10On the south side, the divisions of Reuben are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Reubenites is Elizur son of Shedeur, 11and his division numbers 46,500 12The tribe of Simeon will camp next to it. The leader of the Simeonites is Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai,…

Cross References
Numbers 1:27
those registered to the tribe of Judah numbered 74,600.

Numbers 10:14
First, the divisions of the camp of Judah set out under their standard, with Nahshon son of Amminadab in command.

Genesis 49:3
Reuben, you are my firstborn, my might, and the beginning of my strength, excelling in honor, excelling in power.

1 Chronicles 5:1-2
These were the sons of Reuben the firstborn of Israel. Though he was the firstborn, his birthright was given to the sons of Joseph son of Israel, because Reuben defiled his father’s bed. So he is not reckoned according to birthright. / And though Judah prevailed over his brothers and a ruler came from him, the birthright belonged to Joseph.

Deuteronomy 33:6
Let Reuben live and not die, nor his men be few.”

Judges 20:18
The Israelites set out, went up to Bethel, and inquired of God, “Who of us shall go up first to fight against the Benjamites?” “Judah will be first,” the LORD replied.

1 Samuel 8:4-5
So all the elders of Israel gathered together and came to Samuel at Ramah. / “Look,” they said, “you are old, and your sons do not walk in your ways. Now appoint a king to judge us like all the other nations.”

1 Kings 12:21
And when Rehoboam arrived in Jerusalem, he mobilized the whole house of Judah and the tribe of Benjamin—180,000 chosen warriors—to fight against the house of Israel and restore the kingdom to Rehoboam son of Solomon.

2 Kings 14:12
And Judah was routed before Israel, and every man fled to his home.

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.

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.

Luke 3:33
the son of Amminadab, the son of Admin, the son of Arni, the son of Hezron, the son of Perez, the son of Judah,

Hebrews 7:14
For it is clear that our Lord descended from Judah, a tribe as to which Moses said nothing about priests.

Revelation 7:5
From the tribe of Judah 12,000 were sealed, from the tribe of Reuben 12,000, from the tribe of Gad 12,000,


Treasury of Scripture

And his host, and those that were numbered thereof, were forty and six thousand and five hundred.

Numbers 1:21
Those that were numbered of them, even of the tribe of Reuben, were forty and six thousand and five hundred.

Numbers 26:7
These are the families of the Reubenites: and they that were numbered of them were forty and three thousand and seven hundred and thirty.

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Numbers 2
1. The order of the tribes in their tents.














and his division Numbers 46,500.
This phrase refers to the census of the tribe of Simeon as recorded in the Book of Numbers. The census was conducted as the Israelites prepared to enter the Promised Land, ensuring they were organized for both military and community purposes.

and his division
The term "division" indicates a military unit or group within the larger Israelite camp. In the context of the Israelite journey, each tribe was organized into divisions for orderly travel and encampment. This organization reflects the structured nature of the Israelite community, emphasizing order and preparation for potential conflicts as they journeyed through hostile territories.

numbers 46,500
The specific number of 46,500 men capable of bearing arms highlights the size and strength of the tribe of Simeon at this time. This number is significant when compared to other tribes, as it provides insight into the relative size and potential influence of Simeon within the Israelite community. Historically, the tribe of Simeon was known to be smaller and less prominent than some of the other tribes, which is reflected in later biblical narratives where Simeon is often overshadowed by larger tribes like Judah. This census number also serves as a reminder of God's promise to Abraham to make his descendants numerous, as seen in Genesis 15:5.

In the broader biblical narrative, the tribe of Simeon does not play a major role in the conquest of Canaan or in the subsequent history of Israel, which may be foreshadowed by their relatively smaller numbers. The tribe's eventual assimilation into the tribe of Judah further underscores their diminished prominence. This census, therefore, not only provides a snapshot of the tribe's size at a specific moment in time but also hints at their future trajectory within the nation of Israel.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Elizur son of Shedeur
Elizur is the leader of the tribe of Reuben, the firstborn of Israel. His name means "God is my rock," indicating a strong reliance on God.

2. Tribe of Reuben
Reuben is the firstborn son of Jacob and Leah. The tribe is known for its size and strength, as indicated by the census number in this verse.

3. Israelite Camp Arrangement
Numbers 2 describes the arrangement of the Israelite camp around the Tabernacle. Each tribe had a specific position and role, emphasizing order and unity among God's people.

4. Wilderness Journey
The context of this verse is the Israelites' journey through the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt. This journey is a time of testing and preparation for entering the Promised Land.

5. Census
The census was conducted to organize the tribes for both military and religious purposes. It reflects God's order and provision for His people.
Teaching Points
God's Order and Structure
God is a God of order, as seen in the precise arrangement of the Israelite camp. This teaches us the importance of structure and organization in our spiritual lives and communities.

Significance of Leadership
Elizur's role as a leader highlights the importance of godly leadership. Leaders are called to rely on God as their rock, guiding their people with wisdom and faith.

Faithfulness in the Wilderness
The census reflects God's faithfulness in sustaining His people through the wilderness. In our own "wilderness" experiences, we can trust in God's provision and guidance.

Unity Among Believers
The arrangement of the tribes around the Tabernacle symbolizes unity centered on God's presence. As believers, we are called to unity in Christ, with Him at the center of our lives.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and his division
וּצְבָא֖וֹ (ū·ṣə·ḇā·’ōw)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - common singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign

numbers
וּפְקֻדָ֑יו (ū·p̄ə·qu·ḏāw)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 6485: To visit, to oversee, muster, charge, care for, miss, deposit

46,500
שִׁשָּׁ֧ה (šiš·šāh)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 8337: Six (a cardinal number)


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