Numbers 26:16
New International Version
through Ozni, the Oznite clan; through Eri, the Erite clan;

New Living Translation
The Oznite clan, named after their ancestor Ozni. The Erite clan, named after their ancestor Eri.

English Standard Version
of Ozni, the clan of the Oznites; of Eri, the clan of the Erites;

Berean Standard Bible
the Oznite clan from Ozni, the Erite clan from Eri,

King James Bible
Of Ozni, the family of the Oznites: of Eri, the family of the Erites:

New King James Version
of Ozni, the family of the Oznites; of Eri, the family of the Erites;

New American Standard Bible
of Ozni, the family of the Oznites; of Eri, the family of the Erites;

NASB 1995
of Ozni, the family of the Oznites; of Eri, the family of the Erites;

NASB 1977
of Ozni, the family of the Oznites; of Eri, the family of the Erites;

Legacy Standard Bible
of Ozni, the family of the Oznites; of Eri, the family of the Erites;

Amplified Bible
of Ozni, the family of the Oznites; of Eri, the family of the Erites;

Christian Standard Bible
the Oznite clan from Ozni; the Erite clan from Eri;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
the Oznite clan from Ozni; the Erite clan from Eri;

American Standard Version
of Ozni, the family of the Oznites; of Eri, the family of the Erites;

English Revised Version
of Ozni, the family of the Oznites: of Eri, the family of the Erites:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
the family of Ozni, the family of Eri,

Good News Translation
Ozni, Eri,

International Standard Version
from Ozni, the family of the descendants of Ozni; from Eri, the family of the descendants of Eri;

Majority Standard Bible
the Oznite clan from Ozni, the Erite clan from Eri,

NET Bible
from Ozni, the family of the Oznites; from Eri, the family of the Erites;

New Heart English Bible
of Ezbon, the family of the Ezbonites; of Eri, the family of the Erites;

Webster's Bible Translation
Of Ozni, the family of the Oznites: of Eri, the family of the Erites:

World English Bible
of Ozni, the family of the Oznites; of Eri, the family of the Erites;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
of Ozni the family of the Oznite; of Eri the family of the Erite:

Young's Literal Translation
of Ozni the family of the Oznite; of Eri the family of the Erite:

Smith's Literal Translation
To Ozni, the families of the Oznites; to Eri, the families of the Erites.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Ozni, of him is the family of the Oznites: Her, of him is the family of the Herites :

Catholic Public Domain Version
Ozni, from him is the family of the Oznites; Eri, from him is the family of the Erites;

New American Bible
through Ozni, the clan of the Oznites; through Eri, the clan of the Erites;

New Revised Standard Version
of Ozni, the clan of the Oznites; of Eri, the clan of the Erites;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Of Ozni, the family of the Oznites; of Edi, the family of the Edites;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Azni, the family of Azni, Adi, the family of Adi.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
of Ozni, the family of the Oznites; of Eri, the family of the Erites;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
to Azeni, the family of the Azenites; to Addi, the family of the Addites:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Tribe of Gad
15These were the descendants of Gad by their clans: The Zephonite clan from Zephon, the Haggite clan from Haggi, the Shunite clan from Shuni, 16the Oznite clan from Ozni, the Erite clan from Eri, 17the Arodite clan from Arod, and the Arelite clan from Areli.…

Cross References
Genesis 46:9
The sons of Reuben: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

Exodus 6:14
These were the heads of their fathers’ houses: The sons of Reuben, the firstborn of Israel, were Hanoch and Pallu, Hezron and Carmi. These were the clans of Reuben.

1 Chronicles 5:3
The sons of Reuben, the firstborn of Israel: Hanoch, Pallu, Hezron, and Carmi.

Genesis 49:3-4
Reuben, you are my firstborn, my might, and the beginning of my strength, excelling in honor, excelling in power. / Uncontrolled as the waters, you will no longer excel, because you went up to your father’s bed, onto my couch, and defiled it.

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

1 Chronicles 2:1-2
These were the sons of Israel: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, Zebulun, / Dan, Joseph, Benjamin, Naphtali, Gad, and Asher.

Genesis 29:32
And Leah conceived and gave birth to a son, and she named him Reuben, for she said, “The LORD has seen my affliction. Surely my husband will love me now.”

Genesis 35:23
The sons of Leah were Reuben the firstborn of Jacob, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, and Zebulun.

Genesis 37:21-22
When Reuben heard this, he tried to rescue Joseph from their hands. “Let us not take his life,” he said. / “Do not shed his blood. Throw him into this pit in the wilderness, but do not lay a hand on him.” Reuben said this so that he could rescue Joseph from their hands and return him to his father.

Genesis 42:37
Then Reuben said to his father, “You may kill my two sons if I fail to bring him back to you. Put him in my care, and I will return him.”

Genesis 49:5-7
Simeon and Levi are brothers; their swords are weapons of violence. / May I never enter their council; may I never join their assembly. For they kill men in their anger, and hamstring oxen on a whim. / Cursed be their anger, for it is strong, and their wrath, for it is cruel! I will disperse them in Jacob and scatter them in Israel.

Matthew 1:2
Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers.

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,

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,

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 Ozni, the family of the Oznites: of Eri, the family of the Erites:

Genesis 46:16
And the sons of Gad; Ziphion, and Haggi, Shuni, and Ezbon, Eri, and Arodi, and Areli.

Arodi

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the Oznite clan from Ozni
The mention of the Oznite clan from Ozni refers to one of the families within the tribe of Gad. Gad was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, named after one of the sons of Jacob. The tribe of Gad settled on the east side of the Jordan River, in a region known for its good pastureland, which was suitable for their large flocks and herds. This geographical location is significant as it highlights the tribe's role as protectors of Israel's eastern border. The name "Ozni" is derived from the Hebrew root meaning "ear," which may symbolize listening or obedience, a valued trait in the Israelite community. The clan structure within the tribes of Israel was crucial for maintaining order and distributing land and resources, as well as for military organization.

the Erite clan from Eri
The Erite clan from Eri is another family within the tribe of Gad. The name "Eri" is associated with the Hebrew word for "watchful" or "vigilant," which could reflect the characteristics or the role of this clan within the tribe. The tribe of Gad, including the Erite clan, was known for its warriors and played a significant role in the military campaigns of Israel. The division into clans and families was essential for maintaining the social and religious structure of the Israelites, as each clan had specific roles and responsibilities. This clan system also ensured the preservation of heritage and identity within the larger tribal framework. The mention of these clans in the census of Numbers 26 underscores the importance of lineage and inheritance in the Israelite community, as well as the fulfillment of God's promises to the descendants of Abraham.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Ozni
A descendant of Gad, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The Oznites are his descendants, forming a clan within the tribe of Gad.

2. Eri
Another descendant of Gad, whose descendants are known as the Erites. Like Ozni, Eri's lineage contributes to the tribal structure of Israel.

3. Tribe of Gad
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, named after Gad, the seventh son of Jacob and Zilpah, Leah's maidservant. The tribe of Gad settled on the east side of the Jordan River.

4. Census of Israel
Numbers 26 records the second census of the Israelites in the wilderness, taken to prepare for the conquest of Canaan. This census was crucial for organizing the tribes and distributing the land.

5. Wilderness Journey
The context of this passage is the Israelites' journey through the wilderness, a time of testing and preparation before entering the Promised Land.
Teaching Points
Importance of Lineage and Identity
Understanding one's heritage and identity in Christ is crucial. Just as the Israelites were organized by clans and tribes, Christians are part of the body of Christ, each with a unique role and purpose.

God's Faithfulness in Promises
The census and subsequent land allotment demonstrate God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises. Believers can trust that God will fulfill His promises in their lives.

Preparation for Inheritance
The census was a preparation for entering the Promised Land. Similarly, Christians are called to prepare their hearts and lives for the inheritance of God's kingdom.

Community and Accountability
The organization of the tribes into clans emphasizes the importance of community and accountability. Believers are encouraged to live in community, supporting and holding each other accountable in faith.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
the Oznite
לְאָזְנִ֕י (lə·’ā·zə·nî)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 244: Ozni -- 'my hearing', a son of Gad

clan
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת (miš·pa·ḥaṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4940: A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people

from Ozni,
הָאָזְנִ֑י (hā·’ā·zə·nî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 244: Ozni -- 'my hearing', a son of Gad

the Erite
הָעֵרִֽי׃ (hā·‘ê·rî)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6180: Erites -- descendant of Eri

clan
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת (miš·pa·ḥaṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4940: A family, circle of relatives, a class, a species, sort, a tribe, people

from Eri,
לְעֵרִ֕י (lə·‘ê·rî)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6179: Eri -- a Gadite


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