Numbers 26:47
Numbers 26:47 in Multiple Translations
These were the clans of Asher, and their registration numbered 53,400.
These are the families of the sons of Asher according to those that were numbered of them; who were fifty and three thousand and four hundred.
These are the families of the sons of Asher according to those that were numbered of them, fifty and three thousand and four hundred.
These are the families of the sons of Asher as they were numbered, fifty-three thousand, four hundred.
These were the families descended from Asher, and they numbered 53,400.
These are the families of the sonnes of Asher after their nombers, three and fifty thousand and foure hundreth.
These [are] families of the sons of Asher, by their numbered ones, three and fifty thousand and four hundred.
These are the families of the sons of Asher according to those who were counted of them, fifty-three thousand four hundred.
These are the families of the sons of Asher according to those that were numbered of them; who were fifty and three thousand and four hundred.
These are the kindreds of the sons of Aser, and their number fifty-three thousand four hundred.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 26:47
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Numbers 26:47 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אֵ֛לֶּה
מִשְׁפְּחֹ֥ת
בְּנֵי
אָשֵׁ֖ר
לִ/פְקֻדֵי/הֶ֑ם
שְׁלֹשָׁ֧ה
וַ/חֲמִשִּׁ֛ים
אֶ֖לֶף
וְ/אַרְבַּ֥ע
מֵאֽוֹת
אֵ֛לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Pron
מִשְׁפְּחֹ֥ת
mishpâchâh
H4940
family
N-fp
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
אָשֵׁ֖ר
ʼÂshêr
H836
Asher
N-proper
לִ/פְקֻדֵי/הֶ֑ם
pâqad
H6485
to reckon
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-c | Suff
שְׁלֹשָׁ֧ה
shâlôwsh
H7969
three
Adj
וַ/חֲמִשִּׁ֛ים
chămishshîym
H2572
fifty
Conj | Adj
אֶ֖לֶף
ʼeleph
H505
thousand
Adj
וְ/אַרְבַּ֥ע
ʼarbaʻ
H702
four
Conj | Adj
מֵאֽוֹת
mêʼâh
H3967
hundred
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 26:47
אֵ֛לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
Pron
This Hebrew word is used to point out specific people or things, like saying 'these' or 'those'. It appears in the book of Genesis, where God says 'let there be light' and separates the light from the darkness.
Definition: 1) these 1a) used before antecedent 1b) used following antecedent Aramaic equivalent: el.leh (אֵלֶּה "these" H0429)
Usage: Occurs in 697 OT verses. KJV: an-(the) other; one sort, so, some, such, them, these (same), they, this, those, thus, which, who(-m). See also: Genesis 2:4; Exodus 35:1; Deuteronomy 1:35.
מִשְׁפְּחֹ֥ת
mishpâchâh
H4940
"family"
N-fp
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.
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
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.
אָשֵׁ֖ר
ʼÂshêr
H836
"Asher"
N-proper
Asher was the eighth son of Jacob and one of the twelve tribes of Israel, mentioned in Genesis 30:13. The tribe of Asher was known for its happy and blessed people. Asher is also the name of a region in Palestine.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Asher living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.30.13; son of: Israel (H3478) and Zilpah (H2153); brother of: Gad (H1410); half-brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Imnah (H3232), Ishvah (H3438), Ishvi (H3440), Beriah (H1283) and Serah (H8294); also translated "pine" or "cypress wood" at Ezk.27.6(?); Ashurite at 2Sa.2.9(?); § Asher = "happy" 1) son of Jacob and Zilpah 2) the tribe descended from Asher 3) a city east of Shechem in Manasseh
Usage: Occurs in 41 OT verses. KJV: Asher See also: Genesis 30:13; Joshua 17:11; Ezekiel 48:34.
לִ/פְקֻדֵי/הֶ֑ם
pâqad
H6485
"to reckon"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-c | Suff
This word means to visit or oversee, and can imply a range of actions, from friendly to hostile. It is used in various contexts, including appointing, avenging, or delivering something into someone's care. The KJV translates it in many ways, including appoint, avenge, or commit.
Definition: : list/count 1) to attend to, muster, number, reckon, visit, punish, appoint, look after, care for 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to pay attention to, observe 1a2) to attend to 1a3) to seek, look about for 1a4) to seek in vain, need, miss, lack 1a5) to visit 1a6) to visit upon, punish 1a7) to pass in review, muster, number 1a8) to appoint, assign, lay upon as a charge, deposit 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be sought, be needed, be missed, be lacking 1b2) to be visited 1b3) to be visited upon 1b4) to be appointed 1b5) to be watched over 1c) (Piel) to muster, call up 1d) (Pual) to be passed in review, be caused to miss, be called, be called to account 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to set over, make overseer, appoint an overseer 1e2) to commit, entrust, commit for care, deposit 1f) (Hophal) 1f1) to be visited 1f2) to be deposited 1f3) to be made overseer, be entrusted 1g) (Hithpael) numbered 1h) (Hothpael) numbered
Usage: Occurs in 269 OT verses. KJV: appoint, [idiom] at all, avenge, bestow, (appoint to have the, give a) charge, commit, count, deliver to keep, be empty, enjoin, go see, hurt, do judgment, lack, lay up, look, make, [idiom] by any means, miss, number, officer, (make) overseer, have (the) oversight, punish, reckon, (call to) remember(-brance), set (over), sum, [idiom] surely, visit, want. See also: Genesis 21:1; Numbers 26:47; Psalms 8:5.
שְׁלֹשָׁ֧ה
shâlôwsh
H7969
"three"
Adj
This Hebrew word means three or thrice, and is used to describe quantities or repetitions in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including three, third, and thirteen.
Definition: 1) three, triad 1a) 3, 300, third Aramaic equivalent: te.lat (תְּלָת "three" H8532)
Usage: Occurs in 381 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] fork, [phrase] often(-times), third, thir(-teen, -teenth), three, [phrase] thrice. Compare H7991 (שָׁלִישׁ). See also: Genesis 5:22; Joshua 1:11; 2 Kings 9:32.
וַ/חֲמִשִּׁ֛ים
chămishshîym
H2572
"fifty"
Conj | Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number fifty, used in various biblical contexts like measurements and quantities. It appears in Leviticus and Numbers.
Definition: 1) fifty 1a) fifty (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of fifty (with other numbers) 1c) fiftieth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 141 OT verses. KJV: fifty. See also: Genesis 6:15; 1 Kings 7:2; Isaiah 3:3.
אֶ֖לֶף
ʼeleph
H505
"thousand"
Adj
A thousand, as in Exodus 20:6 where God shows love to thousands of people. It represents a large number or a company of people under one leader, like an army or a group of soldiers.
Definition: : thousand 1) a thousand 1a) as numeral 2) a thousand, company 2a) as a company of men under one leader, troops
Usage: Occurs in 390 OT verses. KJV: thousand. See also: Genesis 20:16; Joshua 3:4; 2 Kings 18:23.
וְ/אַרְבַּ֥ע
ʼarbaʻ
H702
"four"
Conj | Adj
The number four is a simple counting number in Hebrew, used to describe quantities of things, such as people, objects, or groups.
Definition: four
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: four. See also: Genesis 2:10; Judges 20:47; Esther 9:21.
מֵאֽוֹת
mêʼâh
H3967
"hundred"
Adj
Means a hundred, used as a simple number or part of a larger number in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including fractions like one one-hundredth. Found in books like Genesis and Psalms.
Definition: 1) hundred 1a) as simple number 1b) as part of larger number 1c) as a fraction-one one-hundredth (1/100) Aramaic equivalent: me.ah (מְאָה "hundred" H3969)
Usage: Occurs in 511 OT verses. KJV: hundred((-fold), -th), [phrase] sixscore. See also: Genesis 5:3; Numbers 2:6; Judges 18:17.
Study Notes — Numbers 26:47
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Context — The Tribe of Asher
45And these were the descendants of Beriah: the Heberite clan from Heber and the Malchielite clan from Malchiel.
46And the name of Asher’s daughter was Serah.
47These were the clans of Asher, and their registration numbered 53,400.
48These were the descendants of Naphtali by their clans: The Jahzeelite clan from Jahzeel, the Gunite clan from Guni, 49the Jezerite clan from Jezer, and the Shillemite clan from Shillem.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Numbers 2:27–28 | The tribe of Asher will camp next to it. The leader of the Asherites is Pagiel son of Ocran, and his division numbers 41,500. |
| 2 | Numbers 1:40–41 | From the sons of Asher, according to the records of their clans and families, counting the names of all those twenty years of age or older who could serve in the army, those registered to the tribe of Asher numbered 41,500. |
Numbers 26:47 Summary
This verse tells us about the tribe of Asher and how many people were in it - 53,400. This is important because it shows us how God kept His promises to the Israelites and took care of them. Just like God took care of the Israelites, He also takes care of us today, as seen in Matthew 6:26 and Psalm 23:1-4. We can trust in His love and provision for our lives, just as the Israelites did.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it important to know the number of people in each tribe of Israel?
Knowing the number of people in each tribe helps us understand the scope of God's covenant with Israel, as seen in Numbers 26:47, and how He provided for and guided them throughout their journey, as promised in Exodus 6:7 and Leviticus 26:12.
What can we learn from the tribe of Asher's population size?
The tribe of Asher's population size of 53,400, as recorded in Numbers 26:47, demonstrates God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to the Israelites, such as in Genesis 12:2 and Genesis 15:5, where He promised to make them a great nation.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the Bible?
Numbers 26:47 is part of a larger narrative of God's relationship with the Israelites, as seen in the book of Numbers, and it points to the future fulfillment of God's promises, as described in Revelation 7:4-8, where the tribes of Israel are sealed by God.
What is the significance of the clans within the tribe of Asher?
The clans within the tribe of Asher, such as the Heberite and Malchielite clans mentioned in Numbers 26:45, demonstrate the diversity and complexity of the Israelite community, and how God works through different families and groups to achieve His purposes, as seen in Romans 11:25-26.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's care and provision for His people, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- How does the population size of the tribe of Asher compare to other tribes, and what might this indicate about God's blessings and favor?
- In what ways can I, like the Israelites, trust in God's promises and provision for my own life and community?
- What role do I play in the larger story of God's relationship with His people, and how can I be faithful to His calling and purposes?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 26:47
[See comments on Numbers 26:44]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 26:47
And the name of the daughter of Asher was Sarah. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 26:47
Whereas they were only 41,500 in .
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 26:47
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 26:47
44-47. The children of Asher — This passage agrees with Genesis 46:17 and 1 Chronicles 7:30, except that Ishua, not being a founder, is dropped.