Numbers 26:17
Numbers 26:17 in Multiple Translations
the Arodite clan from Arod, and the Arelite clan from Areli.
Of Arod, the family of the Arodites: of Areli, the family of the Arelites.
of Arod, the family of the Arodites; of Areli, the family of the Arelites.
Of Arod, the family of the Arodites: of Areli, the family of the Arelites.
Arod, ancestor of the Arodite family; Areli, ancestor of the Arelite family.
Of Arod, the familie of the Arodites: of Areli, the familie of the Arelites.
of Arod the family of the Arodite; of Areli the family of the Arelite.
of Arod, the family of the Arodites; of Areli, the family of the Arelites.
Of Arod, the family of the Arodites: of Areli, the family of the Arelites.
Arod, of him is the family of the Arodites: Ariel, of him is the family of the Arielites.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 26:17
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Numbers 26:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לַ/אֲר֕וֹד
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
הָ/אֲרוֹדִ֑י
לְ/אַ֨רְאֵלִ֔י
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
הָ/אַרְאֵלִֽי
לַ/אֲר֕וֹד
ʼĂrôwd
H720
Arod
Prep | N-proper
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
mishpâchâh
H4940
family
N-fs
הָ/אֲרוֹדִ֑י
ʼĂrôwdîy
H722
Arodi
Art | Ngmsa
לְ/אַ֨רְאֵלִ֔י
ʼArʼêlîy
H692
Areli
Prep | N-proper
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
mishpâchâh
H4940
family
N-fs
הָ/אַרְאֵלִֽי
ʼArʼêlîy
H692
Areli
Art | Ngmsa
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 26:17
לַ/אֲר֕וֹד
ʼĂrôwd
H720
"Arod"
Prep | N-proper
Arod was an Israelite from the tribe of Gad, living during the time of the wilderness and Egypt. His name means I shall subdue or I shall roam.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Gad living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.16; son of: Gad (H1410); brother of: Ziphion (H6837), Haggi (H2291), Shuni (H7764), Ezbon (H0675), Eri (H6179) and Areli (H0692); also called Arod at Num.26.17; Also named: a.ro.di (אֲרוֹדִי "Arodi" H0722) § Arod = "I shall subdue: I shall roam" a son of Gad
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Arod. See also: Numbers 26:17.
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
mishpâchâh
H4940
"family"
N-fs
This word refers to a family or clan, and can also mean a tribe or nation, such as the people of Israel, emphasizing the importance of family ties.
Definition: 1) clan, family 1a) clan 1a1) family 1a2) tribe 1a3) people, nation 1b) guild 1c) species, kind 1d) aristocrats
Usage: Occurs in 224 OT verses. KJV: family, kind(-red). See also: Genesis 8:19; Numbers 26:41; Esther 9:28.
הָ/אֲרוֹדִ֑י
ʼĂrôwdîy
H722
"Arodi"
Art | Ngmsa
Arodi refers to the descendants of Arod, a man from the tribe of Gad, mentioned in Genesis 46:16. The name means 'I shall subdue' or 'I shall roam'.
Definition: Someone descended from Arod, a man of the tribe of Gad living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.16; son of: Gad (H1410); brother of: Ziphion (H6837), Haggi (H2291), Shuni (H7764), Ezbon (H0675), Eri (H6179) and Areli (H0692); also called Arod at Num.26.17; Another name of a.rod (אֲרוֹד "Arod" H0720) § Arodi or Arodites = "I shall subdue: I shall roam" descendants of Arod
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Arodi, Arodites. See also: Genesis 46:16; Numbers 26:17.
לְ/אַ֨רְאֵלִ֔י
ʼArʼêlîy
H692
"Areli"
Prep | N-proper
Areli was a man from the tribe of Gad, mentioned in Genesis 46:16, and his name means 'lion of God', symbolizing strength and courage.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Gad living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.16; son of: Gad (H1410); brother of: Ziphion (H6837), Haggi (H2291), Shuni (H7764), Ezbon (H0675), Eri (H6179) and Arod (H0720) § Areli = "lion of God" 1) a son of Gad 2) those of the family of Areli (pater adj-Arelites)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Areli, Arelites. See also: Genesis 46:16; Numbers 26:17.
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
mishpâchâh
H4940
"family"
N-fs
This word refers to a family or clan, and can also mean a tribe or nation, such as the people of Israel, emphasizing the importance of family ties.
Definition: 1) clan, family 1a) clan 1a1) family 1a2) tribe 1a3) people, nation 1b) guild 1c) species, kind 1d) aristocrats
Usage: Occurs in 224 OT verses. KJV: family, kind(-red). See also: Genesis 8:19; Numbers 26:41; Esther 9:28.
הָ/אַרְאֵלִֽי
ʼArʼêlîy
H692
"Areli"
Art | Ngmsa
Areli was a man from the tribe of Gad, mentioned in Genesis 46:16, and his name means 'lion of God', symbolizing strength and courage.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Gad living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.16; son of: Gad (H1410); brother of: Ziphion (H6837), Haggi (H2291), Shuni (H7764), Ezbon (H0675), Eri (H6179) and Arod (H0720) § Areli = "lion of God" 1) a son of Gad 2) those of the family of Areli (pater adj-Arelites)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Areli, Arelites. See also: Genesis 46:16; Numbers 26:17.
Study Notes — Numbers 26:17
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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.
18These were the clans of Gad, and their registration numbered 40,500. 19The sons of Judah were Er and Onan, but they died in the land of Canaan.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis 46:16 | The sons of Gad: Ziphion, Haggi, Shuni, Ezbon, Eri, Arodi, and Areli. |
Numbers 26:17 Summary
Numbers 26:17 talks about two specific clans, the Arodite and Arelite clans, who were part of the tribe of Gad. This verse reminds us that God cares about every individual and family, and that our heritage and lineage are important to Him (as seen in Psalm 100:3 and Acts 17:26). Just like the Arodite and Arelite clans, we all have a unique role to play in God's story, and our families and communities are a vital part of that. By understanding and appreciating our own heritage, we can better understand our place in God's plan, as described in Romans 11:16-18 and 1 Corinthians 12:12-31.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Arodite and Arelite clans in Numbers 26:17?
The Arodite and Arelite clans are mentioned as part of the descendants of Gad, highlighting the importance of family lineage and tribal identity in the biblical narrative, as seen in Genesis 46:9 and Exodus 6:14.
How do the Arodite and Arelite clans fit into the larger context of the Israelites?
The Arodite and Arelite clans are part of the tribe of Gad, which is one of the twelve tribes of Israel, each with their own unique history and role in the biblical story, as described in Numbers 1:20-47 and Deuteronomy 33:20-21.
What can we learn from the names Arod and Areli?
The names Arod and Areli may hold significance in understanding the character and faith of the individuals and clans that bear them, much like the names in Genesis 5:1-32 and 1 Chronicles 4:9-10, which often reflect the hopes, values, and experiences of the people who bore them.
Why are the Arodite and Arelite clans mentioned separately from the other clans of Gad?
The separate mention of the Arodite and Arelite clans may indicate their distinct size, influence, or role within the tribe of Gad, similar to how the tribe of Judah is highlighted in Numbers 26:19 and Genesis 49:8-12.
Reflection Questions
- What does the mention of specific clans and families in the Bible reveal about God's interest in our personal lives and heritage?
- How can we apply the concept of tribal identity and family lineage to our own lives and sense of belonging?
- What role do you think the Arodite and Arelite clans played in the history of the Israelites, and what can we learn from their example?
- In what ways can we, like the Arodite and Arelite clans, find our identity and purpose in our relationship with God and our community?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 26:17
[See comments on Numbers 26:15]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 26:17
Of Arod, the family of the Arodites: of Areli, the family of the Arelites. Arod - or Arodi (Genesis 46:16) [Septuagint, Aroadi]. Areli - [Septuagint, Arieel.]
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 26:17
Arod, called Arodi,
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 26:17
5–51. The twelve secular tribes are numbered, the sacred tribe of Levi being omitted. The names are based upon Genesis 46:8-27, but with the addition of Ephraim and Manasseh, who, having been born in Egypt, could not be reckoned in Gen. among those who went down into Egypt. The total number at the first census, thirty-eight years before (ch. 1) was 603,550; now it Isaiah 601,730. The order of the tribes is the same, except that Manasseh (Numbers 26:29-34) precedes Ephraim (Numbers 26:35-37). Reuben, Simeon, Gad, Ephraim and Naphtali have decreased in numbers, while the other seven have increased. The impossibility of the figures is shewn in note on Numbers 1:46.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 26:17
17. Arod — Arodi, in Genesis 46:16; Genesis 46:19-22. The sons of Judah and their families agree with Genesis 46:12; Genesis 38:6-30, and 1 Chronicles 2:3-5.