Numbers 34:27
Numbers 34:27 in Multiple Translations
Ahihud son of Shelomi, a leader from the tribe of Asher;
And the prince of the tribe of the children of Asher, Ahihud the son of Shelomi.
And of the tribe of the children of Asher a prince, Ahihud the son of Shelomi.
And of the tribe of the children of Asher, a chief, Ahihud, the son of Shelomi.
A leader from the tribe of Asher: Ahihud, son of Shelomi.
Of the tribe also of the sonnes of Asher, the prince Ahihud, the sonne of Shelomi.
and of the tribe of the sons of Asher, the prince Ahihud son of Shelomi;
Of the tribe of the children of Asher a prince, Ahihud the son of Shelomi.
And the prince of the tribe of the children of Asher, Ahihud the son of Shelomi.
Of the tribe of Aser, Ahiud the son of Salomi.
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Numbers 34:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/לְ/מַטֵּ֥ה
בְנֵי
אָשֵׁ֖ר
נָשִׂ֑יא
אֲחִיה֖וּד
בֶּן
שְׁלֹמִֽי
וּ/לְ/מַטֵּ֥ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
tribe
Conj | Prep | N-ms
בְנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
אָשֵׁ֖ר
ʼÂshêr
H836
Asher
N-proper
נָשִׂ֑יא
nâsîyʼ
H5387
leader
N-ms
אֲחִיה֖וּד
ʼĂchîyhûwd
H282
Ahihud
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
שְׁלֹמִֽי
Shᵉlômîy
H8015
Shelomi
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 34:27
וּ/לְ/מַטֵּ֥ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
"tribe"
Conj | 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.
בְנֵי
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.
נָשִׂ֑יא
nâsîyʼ
H5387
"leader"
N-ms
This word refers to a leader or a high-ranking official, like a king or a captain. It can also describe a rising mist, as seen in Isaiah 60:13. In the Bible, it often symbolizes power and authority.
Definition: one lifted up, chief, prince, captain, leader
Usage: Occurs in 120 OT verses. KJV: captain, chief, cloud, governor, prince, ruler, vapour. See also: Genesis 17:20; Numbers 34:26; Psalms 135:7.
אֲחִיה֖וּד
ʼĂchîyhûwd
H282
"Ahihud"
N-proper
Ahihud was an Israelite who lived during the time of the wilderness and Egypt. His name means 'brother of majesty' and he was a prince of the tribe of Asher. He is mentioned in Numbers 34:27.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, only mentioned at Num.34.27; son of: Shelomi (H8015) § Ahihud = "brother of majesty" a prince of Asher
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Ahihud. See also: Numbers 34:27.
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.
שְׁלֹמִֽי
Shᵉlômîy
H8015
"Shelomi"
N-proper
Shelomi was a leader of the tribe of Asher, father of Ahihud, who helped divide the land of Canaan, as described in the book of Numbers.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, only mentioned at Num.34.27; father of: Ahihud (H0282) § Shelomi = "peaceful" an Asherite, father of Ahihud, the leader of the tribe of Asher at the time of the division of the land of Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Shelomi. See also: Numbers 34:27.
Study Notes — Numbers 34:27
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Context — Leaders to Divide the Land
25Eli-zaphan son of Parnach, a leader from the tribe of Zebulun;
26Paltiel son of Azzan, a leader from the tribe of Issachar;
27Ahihud son of Shelomi, a leader from the tribe of Asher;
28and Pedahel son of Ammihud, a leader from the tribe of Naphtali.” 29These are the ones whom the LORD commanded to apportion the inheritance to the Israelites in the land of Canaan.Numbers 34:27 Summary
This verse tells us about Ahihud son of Shelomi, a leader from the tribe of Asher, who was chosen by God to help divide the land of Canaan among the Israelites. It shows us that God is a God of order and organization, and that He cares about every detail of our lives, as seen in Psalm 37:23. Just like Ahihud, we can trust in God's sovereignty and provision for our lives, and we can strive to be faithful leaders and servants in our own communities, just as Jesus taught us to serve one another in Matthew 20:26-28. By looking at Ahihud's example, we can learn to trust in God's plan and to follow His leading in our lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Ahihud son of Shelomi?
Ahihud son of Shelomi was a leader from the tribe of Asher, as mentioned in Numbers 34:27, and was one of the leaders appointed by God to help divide the land of Canaan among the Israelites, as seen in Numbers 34:29 and Deuteronomy 1:38.
What was the significance of the tribe of Asher?
The tribe of Asher was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, and they played an important role in the nation's history, as seen in Genesis 30:13 and Deuteronomy 33:24-25, where they are blessed by Jacob and Moses.
Why is it important to know the names of the leaders in Numbers 34?
Knowing the names of the leaders in Numbers 34, including Ahihud son of Shelomi, helps us understand the organization and structure of the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land, and it also highlights God's attention to detail and care for His people, as seen in Exodus 18:21 and Numbers 11:16-17.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the Bible?
This verse is part of a larger narrative about the Israelites' journey to the Promised Land, which is a recurring theme throughout the Bible, including in the books of Joshua, Judges, and Psalms, such as Psalm 105:42-45, where God's faithfulness to His people is celebrated.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from the fact that Ahihud son of Shelomi was chosen as a leader from the tribe of Asher?
- How does this verse encourage us to trust in God's sovereignty and provision for our lives?
- In what ways can we, like Ahihud, be faithful leaders and servants in our own communities and families?
- What does this verse reveal about God's character and His relationship with His people?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 34:27
[See comments on Numbers 34:19].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 34:27
These are the names of the men which shall divide the land unto you: Eleazar the priest, and Joshua the son of Nun. Names of the men which shall divide the land.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 34:27
16–29. Ten princes were appointed to superintend the allotment of the land, one from each of the nine and a halt tribes who settled west of the Jordan. In supreme command are Joshua and Eleazar, the successors of Moses and Aaron as the civil and religious beads of the nation.