Numbers 31:43
New International Version
the community’s half—was 337,500 sheep,

New Living Translation
It totaled 337,500 sheep and goats,

English Standard Version
now the congregation’s half was 337,500 sheep,

Berean Standard Bible
this half belonged to the congregation: 337,500 sheep,

King James Bible
(Now the half that pertained unto the congregation was three hundred thousand and thirty thousand and seven thousand and five hundred sheep,

New King James Version
now the half belonging to the congregation was three hundred and thirty-seven thousand five hundred sheep,

New American Standard Bible
now the congregation’s half was 337,500 sheep,

NASB 1995
now the congregation’s half was 337,500 sheep,

NASB 1977
now the congregation’s half was 337,500 sheep,

Legacy Standard Bible
now the congregation’s half was 337,500 sheep,

Amplified Bible
now the congregation’s half was 337,500 sheep,

Christian Standard Bible
the community’s half was: 337,500 sheep and goats,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
the community’s half was: 337,500 sheep and goats,

American Standard Version
(now the congregation's half was three hundred thousand and thirty thousand, seven thousand and five hundred sheep,

English Revised Version
(now the congregation's half was three hundred thousand and thirty thousand, seven thousand and five hundred sheep,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The community received 337,500 sheep and goats,

International Standard Version
there were 337,500 sheep for the community,

Majority Standard Bible
this half belonged to the congregation: 337,500 sheep,

NET Bible
there were 337,500 sheep from the portion belonging to the community,

New Heart English Bible
(now the congregation's half was three hundred thirty-seven thousand five hundred sheep,

Webster's Bible Translation
(Now the half that pertained to the congregation was three hundred thousand and thirty thousand and seven thousand and five hundred sheep,

World English Bible
(now the congregation’s half was three hundred thirty-seven thousand five hundred sheep,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the congregation’s half is three hundred thousand and thirty thousand [and] seven thousand and five hundred of the flock;

Young's Literal Translation
and the company's half is, of the flock three hundred thousand, and thirty thousand, seven thousand and five hundred;

Smith's Literal Translation
(And the assembly's half from the sheep, will be three hundred thousand and thirty thousand and seven thousand five hundred,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But out of the half that fell to the rest of the multitude, that is to say, out of the three hundred thirty-seven thousand five hundred sheep,

Catholic Public Domain Version
Yet truly, from the one half portion which fell to the remainder of the multitude, that is, from the three hundred thirty-seven thousand five hundred sheep,

New American Bible
the community’s half was three hundred and thirty-seven thousand five hundred sheep,

New Revised Standard Version
the congregation’s half was three hundred thirty-seven thousand five hundred sheep and goats,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
(Now the half that pertained to the congregation was three hundred and thirty-seven thousand and five hundred sheep.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the division of the assembly of the sheep was three hundred and thirty and seven thousand and five hundred,
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
now the congregation's half was three hundred thousand and thirty thousand and seven thousand and five hundred sheep,

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the half taken from the sheep, belonging to the congregation, was three hundred and thirty-seven thousand and five hundred.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Division of the Spoils
42From the Israelites’ half, which Moses had set apart from the men who had gone to war, 43this half belonged to the congregation: 337,500 sheep, 4436,000 cattle,…

Cross References
Joshua 22:8
saying, “Return to your homes with your great wealth, with immense herds of livestock, with silver, gold, bronze, iron, and very many clothes. Divide with your brothers the spoil of your enemies.”

1 Samuel 30:24-25
Who will listen to your proposal? The share of the one who went to battle will match the share of the one who stayed with the supplies. They will share alike.” / And so it has been from that day forward. David established this statute and ordinance for Israel to this very day.

Deuteronomy 20:14
But the women, children, livestock, and whatever else is in the city—all its spoil—you may take as plunder, and you shall use the spoil of your enemies that the LORD your God gives you.

2 Chronicles 20:25
Then Jehoshaphat and his people went to carry off the plunder, and they found on the bodies an abundance of goods and valuables—more than they could carry away. They were gathering the plunder for three days because there was so much.

Genesis 14:23-24
that I will not accept even a thread, or a strap of a sandal, or anything that belongs to you, lest you should say, ‘I have made Abram rich.’ / I will accept nothing but what my men have eaten and the share for the men who went with me—Aner, Eshcol, and Mamre. They may take their portion.”

1 Chronicles 26:27
They had dedicated some of the plunder from their battles to the repair of the house of the LORD.

Exodus 12:35-36
Furthermore, the Israelites acted on Moses’ word and asked the Egyptians for articles of silver and gold, and for clothing. / And the LORD gave the people such favor in the sight of the Egyptians that they granted their request. In this way they plundered the Egyptians.

2 Kings 7:16
Then the people went out and plundered the camp of the Arameans. It was then that a seah of fine flour sold for a shekel, and two seahs of barley sold for a shekel, according to the word of the LORD.

2 Kings 14:14
He took all the gold and silver and all the articles found in the house of the LORD and in the treasuries of the royal palace, as well as some hostages. Then he returned to Samaria.

2 Chronicles 28:15
Then the men who were designated by name arose, took charge of the captives, and provided from the plunder clothing for the naked. They clothed them, gave them sandals and food and drink, anointed their wounds, and put all the feeble on donkeys. So they brought them to Jericho, the City of Palms, to their brothers. Then they returned to Samaria.

Luke 3:14
Then some soldiers asked him, “And what should we do?” “Do not take money by force or false accusation,” he said. “Be content with your wages.”

Matthew 5:40-42
if someone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak as well; / and if someone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles. / Give to the one who asks you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you.

Acts 2:44-45
All the believers were together and had everything in common. / Selling their possessions and goods, they shared with anyone who was in need.

Acts 4:32-35
The multitude of believers was one in heart and soul. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they owned. / With great power the apostles continued to give their testimony about the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And abundant grace was upon them all. / There were no needy ones among them, because those who owned lands or houses would sell their property, bring the proceeds from the sales, ...

1 Corinthians 9:7-14
Who serves as a soldier at his own expense? Who plants a vineyard and does not eat of its fruit? Who tends a flock and does not drink of its milk? / Do I say this from a human perspective? Doesn’t the Law say the same thing? / For it is written in the Law of Moses: “Do not muzzle an ox while it is treading out the grain.” Is it about oxen that God is concerned? ...


Treasury of Scripture

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Numbers 31
1. The Midianites are spoiled, and Balaam slain
13. Moses is angry with the officers, for saving the women alive
19. How the soldiers, with their captives and spoil, are to be purified
25. The proportion in which the prey is to be divided
48. The voluntary offering unto the treasure of the Lord














this half belonged to the congregation:
In the context of Numbers 31, the division of the spoils from the battle against the Midianites is being described. The congregation refers to the entire assembly of Israel, highlighting the communal aspect of the nation. This division underscores the principle of sharing resources among God's people, reflecting the communal and covenantal nature of Israelite society. The concept of sharing spoils can be seen in other biblical narratives, such as the division of the land in Joshua. It also prefigures the New Testament teaching of sharing within the body of Christ, as seen in Acts 2:44-45.

337,500 sheep:
The specific number of sheep indicates the vastness of the spoils taken from the Midianites, emphasizing the scale of the victory granted by God. Sheep were a significant part of the agrarian economy in ancient Israel, providing wool, meat, and milk. This large number would have been a substantial economic boon to the community. The mention of sheep also connects to the pastoral imagery frequently used in the Bible, where God's people are often likened to sheep, and God or Christ is depicted as the shepherd (Psalm 23, John 10:11). This imagery underscores themes of provision, care, and guidance.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
The leader of the Israelites who is overseeing the distribution of the spoils of war.

2. Israelites
The congregation receiving their share of the spoils from the battle against the Midianites.

3. Midianites
The people defeated by the Israelites, whose possessions are being divided.

4. Sheep
Part of the livestock taken as spoils, representing wealth and sustenance for the Israelites.

5. The Battle
The conflict between the Israelites and the Midianites, commanded by God as a form of judgment.
Teaching Points
God's Provision
God provides for His people through various means, including the spoils of war. This reminds us to trust in His provision in our lives.

Community Sharing
The division of spoils among the congregation highlights the importance of sharing resources within the community of believers.

Obedience and Blessing
The Israelites' obedience in battle led to tangible blessings. Obedience to God can lead to spiritual and material blessings in our lives.

Stewardship
The Israelites were entrusted with resources. We are called to be good stewards of what God has given us, using it for His glory and the benefit of others.

Justice and Fairness
The fair distribution of spoils underscores the biblical principle of justice and fairness, which should guide our interactions and decisions.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
this half belonged to
מֶחֱצַ֥ת (me·ḥĕ·ṣaṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4275: A halving

the congregation:
הָעֵדָ֖ה (hā·‘ê·ḏāh)
Article | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5712: A stated assemblage

337,500
שְׁלֹשׁ־ (šə·lōš-)
Number - feminine singular construct
Strong's 7969: Three, third, thrice

sheep,
הַצֹּ֑אן (haṣ·ṣōn)
Article | Noun - common singular
Strong's 6629: Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock


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