Numbers 26:32
Numbers 26:32 in Multiple Translations
the Shemidaite clan from Shemida, and the Hepherite clan from Hepher.
And of Shemida, the family of the Shemidaites: and of Hepher, the family of the Hepherites.
and of Shemida, the family of the Shemidaites; and of Hepher, the family of the Hepherites.
And of Shemida, the family of the Shemidaites: and of Hepher, the family of the Hepherites.
Shemida, ancestor of the Shemidaite family; and Hepher, ancestor of the Hepherite family.
Of Shemida, the familie of the Shemidaites: of Hepher, the familie of the Hepherites.
and [of] Shemida the family of the Shemidaite; and [of] Hepher the family of the Hepherite.
and Shemida, the family of the Shemidaites; and Hepher, the family of the Hepherites.
And of Shemida, the family of the Shemidaites: and of Hepher, the family of the Hepherites.
And Semida, of whom is the family of the Semidaites: and Hepher, of whom is the family of the Hepherites.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 26:32
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Numbers 26:32 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/שְׁמִידָ֕ע
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
הַ/שְּׁמִידָעִ֑י
וְ/חֵ֕פֶר
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
הַֽ/חֶפְרִֽי
וּ/שְׁמִידָ֕ע
Shᵉmîydâʻ
H8061
Shemida
Conj | N-proper
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
mishpâchâh
H4940
family
N-fs
הַ/שְּׁמִידָעִ֑י
Shᵉmîydâʻîy
H8062
Shemidaite
Art | Ngmsa
וְ/חֵ֕פֶר
Chêpher
H2660
Hepher
Conj | N-proper
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
mishpâchâh
H4940
family
N-fs
הַֽ/חֶפְרִֽי
Chephrîy
H2662
Hepherite
Art | Ngmsa
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 26:32
וּ/שְׁמִידָ֕ע
Shᵉmîydâʻ
H8061
"Shemida"
Conj | N-proper
Shemida was an Israelite from the tribe of Manasseh, mentioned in Numbers 26:32 as a son of Gilead. He was a father and brother to several notable men. His name means wise.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Manasseh living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.26.32; son of: Gilead (H1568H); brother of: Abiezer (H0044I), Helek (H2507), Asriel (H0844), Shechem (H7928) and Hepher (H2660A); father of: Ahian (H0291), Shechem (H7928H), Likhi (H3949) and Aniam (H0593) Also named: she.mi.da.i (שְׁמִידָעִי "Shemidaite" H8062) § Shemida = "wise" a son of Gilead, grandson of Manasseh, and progenitor of a family in Manasseh
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Shemida, Shemidah. See also: Numbers 26:32; Joshua 17:2; 1 Chronicles 7:19.
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.
הַ/שְּׁמִידָעִ֑י
Shᵉmîydâʻîy
H8062
"Shemidaite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Shemidaite was a descendant of Shemida, an Israelite from the tribe of Manasseh. Shemidaites were part of the group that lived during the time of Egypt and Wilderness.
Definition: Someone descended from Shemida who was a man of the tribe of Manasseh living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.26.32; son of: Gilead (H1568H); brother of: Abiezer (H0044I), Helek (H2507), Asriel (H0844), Shechem (H7928) and Hepher (H2660A); father of: Ahian (H0291), Shechem (H7928H), Likhi (H3949) and Aniam (H0593) Group of she.mi.da (שְׁמִידָ֑ע "Shemida" H8061) § Shemidaites, of Shemida "wise" descendants of Shemida, the son of Gilead and grandson of Manasseh
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Shemidaites. See also: Numbers 26:32.
וְ/חֵ֕פֶר
Chêpher
H2660
"Hepher"
Conj | N-proper
Hepher refers to a place in Palestine or a person's name, meaning a well. In 1 Chronicles 11:36, a man named Hepher is listed as one of David's warriors, known for his strength. It symbolizes a source of life.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.11.36 § Hepher = "a well" 1) a place in ancient Canaan, west of the Jordan, conquered by Joshua 2) a place in Judah, probably the same as 1 above
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Hepher. See also: Numbers 26:32; Joshua 17:2; 1 Chronicles 11:36.
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.
הַֽ/חֶפְרִֽי
Chephrîy
H2662
"Hepherite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Hepherite is a descendant of Hepher, a man from the tribe of Manasseh, who lived during the time of the Israelites in Egypt and the wilderness. Hepherites are mentioned in Numbers 26:32 as part of the tribe of Manasseh.
Definition: Someone descended from Hepher who was a man of the tribe of Manasseh living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.26.32; son of: Gilead (H1568H); brother of: Abiezer (H0044I), Helek (H2507), Asriel (H0844), Shechem (H7928) and Shemida (H8061); father of: Zelophehad (H6765) Group of che.pher (חֵ֫פֶר "Hepher" H2660A) § Hepherites , of Hepher "a pit" or "shame" descendants of Hepher, son of Gilead
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Hepherites. See also: Numbers 26:32.
Study Notes — Numbers 26:32
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Context — The Tribe of Manasseh
30These were the descendants of Gilead: the Iezerite clan from Iezer, the Helekite clan from Helek,
31the Asrielite clan from Asriel, the Shechemite clan from Shechem,
32the Shemidaite clan from Shemida, and the Hepherite clan from Hepher.
33Now Zelophehad son of Hepher had no sons but only daughters. The names of his daughters were Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Tirzah. 34These were the clans of Manasseh, and their registration numbered 52,700.Numbers 26:32 Summary
This verse, Numbers 26:32, lists two clans, the Shemidaite and the Hepherite, which were part of the tribes of Israel. These clans were important because they helped to establish the family lines and inheritances of the Israelites, as seen in Numbers 27:1-11. Just like how God kept track of the Israelites' families, He also cares about our families and communities today, as mentioned in Psalm 68:6 and Ephesians 3:15. By understanding the significance of these clans, we can appreciate God's love and attention to detail in our own lives, as encouraged in Romans 8:28-30 and 1 Corinthians 12:12-27.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name 'Shemidaite' mean and what is its significance?
The name 'Shemidaite' refers to the descendants of Shemida, a son of Manasseh, as mentioned in Numbers 26:32, and it signifies the importance of family lineage in the biblical context, as seen in Genesis 46:20 and 1 Chronicles 7:19.
How does the mention of the Hepherite clan relate to the surrounding verses?
The Hepherite clan is mentioned in Numbers 26:32 as part of the clans of Manasseh, and it is further elaborated in the next verse, Numbers 26:33, where it is stated that Zelophehad, a descendant of Hepher, had only daughters, which is an important detail in understanding the inheritance laws in Numbers 27:1-11 and Numbers 36:1-12.
What is the purpose of listing the various clans in Numbers 26?
The listing of the clans, including the Shemidaite and Hepherite clans in Numbers 26:32, serves to provide a census of the Israelites, as commanded by God in Numbers 26:1-4, and it helps to establish their genealogical records, as seen in 1 Chronicles 7:14-19.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of the book of Numbers?
The verse contributes to the book's theme of the Israelites' journey and their preparation to enter the Promised Land, as seen in Numbers 26:52-56, and it highlights the importance of family and tribal identity in the biblical narrative, as mentioned in Deuteronomy 33:1-29.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn about the importance of family and lineage from the mention of the Shemidaite and Hepherite clans in this verse?
- How does the listing of the various clans in Numbers 26 help us understand God's plan for the Israelites and their future in the Promised Land?
- What does the mention of specific names and clans in this verse reveal about God's attention to detail and His care for His people, as seen in Psalm 138:8 and Matthew 10:30?
- In what ways can we apply the principles of family and tribal identity from this verse to our own lives and communities, as encouraged in Acts 2:42-47 and Hebrews 10:24-25?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 26:32
[See comments on Numbers 26:28]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 26:32
And of Shemida, the family of the Shemidaites: and of Hepher, the family of the Hepherites. Shemida - [Septuagint, Sumaer] (Joshua 17:2). Hepher - [Septuagint, Ofer.]
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 26:32
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.