Numbers 13:5
Numbers 13:5 in Multiple Translations
from the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat son of Hori;
Of the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat the son of Hori.
Of the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat the son of Hori.
Of the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat, the son of Hori.
Shaphat, son of Hori, from the tribe of Simeon.
Also their names are these: of the tribe of Reuben, Shammua the sonne of Zaccur:
For the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat son of Hori.
Of the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat the son of Hori.
Of the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat the son of Hori.
Of the tribe of Ruben, Sammua the son of Zechur.
Shaphat, the son of Hori, from the tribe of Simeon;
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 13:5
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Numbers 13:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְ/מַטֵּ֣ה
שִׁמְע֔וֹן
שָׁפָ֖ט
בֶּן
חוֹרִֽי
לְ/מַטֵּ֣ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
tribe
Prep | N-ms
שִׁמְע֔וֹן
Shimʻôwn
H8095
Shimeon
N-proper
שָׁפָ֖ט
Shâphâṭ
H8202
Shaphat
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
חוֹרִֽי
Chôrîy
H2753
Hori
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 13:5
לְ/מַטֵּ֣ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
"tribe"
Prep | N-ms
In the Bible, this word can mean a tribe, like the 12 tribes of Israel, or a staff, like the one Moses used to lead his people in Exodus 4:2.
Definition: : tribe 1) staff, branch, tribe 1a) staff, rod, shaft 1b) branch (of vine) 1c) tribe 1c1) company led by chief with staff (originally)
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: rod, staff, tribe. See also: Genesis 38:18; Numbers 34:19; Psalms 105:16.
שִׁמְע֔וֹן
Shimʻôwn
H8095
"Shimeon"
N-proper
Shimeon, also known as Simeon, was the second son of Jacob and the progenitor of the tribe of Simeon. He is also the name of an Israelite who had a foreign wife during the time of Ezra.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Ezr.10.31 § Simeon or Shimeon = "heard" 1) the 2nd son of Jacob by his wife Leah and progenitor of the tribe of Simeon 2) an Israelite of the sons of Bani who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: Simeon. See also: Genesis 29:33; Numbers 26:12; Ezekiel 48:33.
שָׁפָ֖ט
Shâphâṭ
H8202
"Shaphat"
N-proper
Shaphat was the name of several Israelites, including a prince of Simeon and the father of the prophet Elisha. The name means 'judged' or 'he hath judged', and these individuals played important roles in biblical history, including in 1 Chronicles and 2 Kings.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.27.29; son of: Adlai (H5724) § Shaphat = "judged" or "he hath judged" 1) son of Hori and the prince of Simeon chosen to spy out the promised land 2) father of the prophet Elisha 3) a Judaite, son of Shemaiah and descendant of Zerubbabel in the royal line of Judah 4) a chief of the tribe of Gad 5) son of Adlai and chief herdsman for David over the herds in the valleys
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Shaphat. See also: Numbers 13:5; 2 Kings 6:31; 1 Chronicles 27:29.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
חוֹרִֽי
Chôrîy
H2753
"Hori"
N-proper
Hori was a man who lived during the time of the Patriarchs. He was the son of Lotan and the brother of Hemam. Hori is also the name of a Simeonite who was the father of Shaphat.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.36.22; son of: Lotan (H3877); brother of: Hemam (H1950) Also named: cho.ri (חֹרִי "Horite" H2752) § Hori = "cave dweller" 1) a Horite, son of Lotan, the son of Seir 2) a Simeonite, father of Shaphat
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: Hori. See also: Genesis 36:22; Numbers 13:5; 1 Chronicles 1:39.
Study Notes — Numbers 13:5
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Context — The Spies Explore Canaan
3So at the command of the LORD, Moses sent them out from the Wilderness of Paran. All the men were leaders of the Israelites,
4and these were their names: From the tribe of Reuben, Shammua son of Zaccur;
5from the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat son of Hori;
6from the tribe of Judah, Caleb son of Jephunneh; 7from the tribe of Issachar, Igal son of Joseph;Numbers 13:5 Summary
Numbers 13:5 tells us about Shaphat son of Hori, a leader from the tribe of Simeon who was chosen by God to spy out the land of Canaan. This verse shows us that God is concerned about every part of His people, and He chooses leaders to represent each group. Just like Shaphat, we can be faithful representatives of our families and communities by trusting in God and following His will, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Jeremiah 29:11. By doing so, we can demonstrate our love and obedience to God, just as the Israelites were called to do in Deuteronomy 6:5.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Shaphat son of Hori and why is he mentioned in Numbers 13:5?
Shaphat son of Hori was a leader of the tribe of Simeon, chosen by God to spy out the land of Canaan, as seen in Numbers 13:5, and his selection was in accordance with God's will, as stated in Numbers 13:3, which says the men were sent out at the consent of the Lord.
What was the significance of the tribes being represented by a leader in the spies sent to Canaan?
The representation of each tribe by a leader, such as Shaphat from the tribe of Simeon in Numbers 13:5, demonstrated God's concern for the entire nation of Israel, as each tribe had a stake in the Promised Land, as promised in Genesis 17:8 and reiterated in Deuteronomy 1:8.
How does the mention of Shaphat son of Hori in Numbers 13:5 relate to the larger story of the Israelites?
The mention of Shaphat son of Hori is part of the narrative of the Israelites' preparation to enter the Promised Land, as seen in Numbers 13, and his role as a spy is a crucial part of the story, which ultimately leads to the Israelites' disobedience and the consequences that follow, as described in Numbers 14 and Deuteronomy 1:26-40.
What can we learn from the fact that the Bible records the names and lineage of individuals like Shaphat son of Hori?
The recording of names and lineage, such as Shaphat son of Hori in Numbers 13:5, highlights the importance of family and heritage in the biblical narrative, as seen in 1 Chronicles 1-9, and demonstrates God's attention to detail and care for His people, as stated in Matthew 10:30 and Luke 12:7.
Reflection Questions
- What does the selection of leaders like Shaphat son of Hori reveal about God's character and His relationship with the Israelites?
- How does the representation of each tribe by a leader, such as Shaphat, reflect the unity and diversity of the people of God?
- In what ways can we, like Shaphat, be faithful representatives of our communities and families, and what does this require of us?
- What can we learn from the fact that Shaphat is not a well-known figure in the Bible, and how can we apply this to our own lives and ministries?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 13:5
Of the tribe of Simeon, Shaphat the son of Hori. [See comments on Numbers 13:4].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 13:5
And these were their names: of the tribe of Reuben, Shammua the son of Zaccur. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 13:5
1–24. The spies are sent out, and search the land.