Numbers 2:16
New International Version
All the men assigned to the camp of Reuben, according to their divisions, number 151,450. They will set out second.

New Living Translation
So the total of all the troops on Reuben’s side of the camp is 151,450. These three tribes will be second in line whenever the Israelites travel.

English Standard Version
All those listed of the camp of Reuben, by their companies, were 151,450. They shall set out second.

Berean Standard Bible
The total number of men in the divisions of the camp of Reuben is 151,450; they shall set out second.

King James Bible
All that were numbered in the camp of Reuben were an hundred thousand and fifty and one thousand and four hundred and fifty, throughout their armies. And they shall set forth in the second rank.

New King James Version
“All who were numbered according to their armies of the forces with Reuben, one hundred and fifty-one thousand four hundred and fifty—they shall be the second to break camp.

New American Standard Bible
The total of the numbered men of the camp of Reuben: 151,450 by their armies. And they shall set out second.

NASB 1995
“The total of the numbered men of the camp of Reuben: 151,450 by their armies. And they shall set out second.

NASB 1977
“The total of the numbered men of the camp of Reuben: 151,450 by their armies. And they shall set out second.

Legacy Standard Bible
The total of the numbered men of the camp of Reuben: 151,450 by their armies. And they shall set out second.

Amplified Bible
The total of the numbered men [in the three tribes on the south side] in the camp of Reuben was 151,450, by their armies. They shall move out second [on the march].

Christian Standard Bible
The total number in their military divisions who belong to Reuben’s encampment is 151,450; they will move out second.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The total number in their military divisions who belong to Reuben’s encampment is 151,450; they will move out second.

American Standard Version
All that were numbered of the camp of Reuben were a hundred thousand and fifty and one thousand and four hundred and fifty, according to their hosts. And they shall set forth second.

Contemporary English Version
These 151,450 troops will march into battle second.

English Revised Version
All that were numbered of the camp of Reuben were an hundred thousand and fifty and one thousand and four hundred and fifty, according to their hosts. And they shall set forth second.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"The grand total of all the troops in Reuben's camp is 151,450. They will be the second group to move out.

International Standard Version
All those numbered by division in the camp of Reuben total 151,450. They are to be the second to travel."

Majority Standard Bible
The total number of men in the divisions of the camp of Reuben is 151,450; they shall set out second.

NET Bible
All those numbered of the camp of Reuben, according to their divisions, are 151,450. They will travel second.

New Heart English Bible
"All who were numbered of the camp of Reuben were one hundred fifty-one thousand four hundred fifty, according to their armies. They shall set out second.

Webster's Bible Translation
All that were numbered in the camp of Reuben were a hundred thousand and fifty and one thousand and four hundred and fifty, throughout their armies: and they shall move forward in the second rank.

World English Bible
“All who were counted of the camp of Reuben were one hundred fifty-one thousand four hundred fifty, according to their armies. They shall set out second.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
All those numbered of the camp of Reuben [are] one hundred thousand and fifty-one thousand and four hundred and fifty, by their hosts; and they journey second.

Young's Literal Translation
All those numbered of the camp of Reuben are a hundred thousand, and one and fifty thousand, and four hundred and fifty, by their hosts; and they journey second.

Smith's Literal Translation
All they being reviewed for the camp of Reuben, a hundred thousand and one and fifty thousand, and four hundred and fifty, according to their armies: they shall remove second.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
All that were reckoned up in the camp of Ruben, were a hundred and fifty-one thousand four hundred and fifty, by their troops: they shall march in the second place.

Catholic Public Domain Version
All who were counted in the camp of Ruben were one hundred fifty thousand and one thousand four hundred fifty, by their companies. These shall advance in the second place.

New American Bible
The total enrollment of the camp of Reuben by companies is one hundred and fifty-one thousand four hundred and fifty. They shall be second on the march.

New Revised Standard Version
The total enrollment of the camp of Reuben, by companies, is one hundred fifty-one thousand four hundred fifty. They shall set out second.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
The total number of the camp of Reuben was one hundred and fifty-one thousand four hundred and fifty, throughout their armies. They shall march in the second place.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
All the number of the camp of Rubil: a hundred and fifty and one thousand and four hundred and fifty to their army; they were picking up after the first.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
all that were numbered of the camp of Reuben being a hundred thousand and fifty and one thousand and four hundred and fifty, according to their hosts; and they shall set forth second.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
All who were numbered of the camp of Ruben, were a hundred and fifty-one thousand and four hundred and fifty: they with their forces shall proceed in the second place.

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Context
The Order of the Camps
15and his division numbers 45,650. 16The total number of men in the divisions of the camp of Reuben is 151,450; they shall set out second. 17In the middle of the camps, the Tent of Meeting is to travel with the camp of the Levites. They are to set out in the order they encamped, each in his own place under his standard.…

Cross References
Numbers 1:32-34
From the sons of Joseph: From the sons of Ephraim, according to the records of their clans and families, counting the names of all those twenty years of age or older who could serve in the army, / those registered to the tribe of Ephraim numbered 40,500. / And from the sons of Manasseh, according to the records of their clans and families, counting the names of all those twenty years of age or older who could serve in the army,

Numbers 10:18
Then the divisions of the camp of Reuben set out under their standard, with Elizur son of Shedeur in command.

Numbers 26:23-25
These were the descendants of Issachar by their clans: The Tolaite clan from Tola, the Punite clan from Puvah, / the Jashubite clan from Jashub, and the Shimronite clan from Shimron. / These were the clans of Issachar, and their registration numbered 64,300.

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.”

Joshua 19:17-23
The fourth lot came out for the clans of the tribe of Issachar: / Their territory included Jezreel, Chesulloth, Shunem, / Hapharaim, Shion, Anaharath, ...

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. ...

Ezekiel 48:25-26
Issachar will have one portion bordering the territory of Simeon from east to west. / Zebulun will have one portion bordering the territory of Issachar 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 19:28
Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, in the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on His glorious throne, you who have followed Me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Luke 22:30
so that you may eat and drink at My table in My kingdom and sit on thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

Acts 26:7
the promise our twelve tribes are hoping to see fulfilled as they earnestly serve God day and night. It is because of this hope, O king, that I am accused by the Jews.

Hebrews 11:21
By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of Joseph’s sons and worshiped as he leaned on the top of his staff.


Treasury of Scripture

All that were numbered in the camp of Reuben were an hundred thousand and fifty and one thousand and four hundred and fifty, throughout their armies. And they shall set forth in the second rank.

an hundred

Numbers 2:9,24,31
All that were numbered in the camp of Judah were an hundred thousand and fourscore thousand and six thousand and four hundred, throughout their armies. These shall first set forth…

they shall

Numbers 10:18
And the standard of the camp of Reuben set forward according to their armies: and over his host was Elizur the son of Shedeur.

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














The total number of men
This phrase emphasizes the importance of order and organization within the Israelite community. In Hebrew, the word for "number" is "mispar," which signifies not just a count but an accounting, a careful consideration of each individual. This reflects God's attention to detail and His care for each member of His people. It also underscores the communal aspect of Israel's journey, where every person has a role and is accounted for in the larger mission.

in the divisions of the camp
The term "divisions" comes from the Hebrew "deghel," meaning a standard or banner. This indicates a structured and hierarchical arrangement, akin to a military formation. Historically, this organization was crucial for maintaining order during the Israelites' travels and battles. It also symbolizes unity and identity, as each division had its own banner, representing their tribe and heritage.

of the camp of Reuben
Reuben, the firstborn of Jacob, holds a significant place among the tribes of Israel. The "camp of Reuben" refers to the collective group of people descended from Reuben. Historically, Reuben's tribe was known for its size and strength, yet also for its struggles with leadership and inheritance, as seen in Genesis 49:3-4. This highlights the theme of redemption and the importance of aligning with God's purposes despite past failures.

is 151,450
The specific number given here reflects the precision and orderliness of God's instructions to Moses. In the Hebrew context, numbers often carry symbolic meaning. The large number signifies the strength and capability of the tribe, ready to fulfill their role in the journey to the Promised Land. It also serves as a reminder of God's promise to Abraham to multiply his descendants.

they shall set out second
This phrase indicates the order of march, with Reuben's camp following Judah's. The Hebrew word for "set out" is "nasa," meaning to pull up or journey. This reflects the dynamic nature of the Israelites' journey, always moving forward under God's guidance. Being second in line signifies a position of honor and responsibility, as Reuben's camp would support and protect the leading tribe, Judah. This order also illustrates the importance of obedience and trust in God's plan, as each tribe had a specific role and timing in the larger journey.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The total
כָּֽל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

number of men
הַפְּקֻדִ֞ים (hap·pə·qu·ḏîm)
Article | Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine plural
Strong's 6485: To visit, to oversee, muster, charge, care for, miss, deposit

in the divisions
לְצִבְאֹתָ֑ם (lə·ṣiḇ·’ō·ṯām)
Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign

of the camp
לְמַחֲנֵ֣ה (lə·ma·ḥă·nêh)
Preposition-l | Noun - common singular construct
Strong's 4264: An encampment, an army

of Reuben
רְאוּבֵ֗ן (rə·’ū·ḇên)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7205: Reuben -- 'behold a son!' oldest son of Jacob, also his desc

is 151,450;
מְאַ֨ת (mə·’aṯ)
Number - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3967: A hundred

they shall set out
יִסָּֽעוּ׃ (yis·sā·‘ū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 5265: To pull up, the tent-pins, start on a, journey

second.
וּשְׁנִיִּ֖ם (ū·šə·nî·yim)
Conjunctive waw | Number - ordinal masculine plural
Strong's 8145: Second (an ordinal number)


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