Numbers 1:7
Numbers 1:7 in Multiple Translations
from Judah, Nahshon son of Amminadab;
Of Judah; Nahshon the son of Amminadab.
Of Judah: Nahshon the son of Amminadab.
From Judah, Nahshon, the son of Amminadab;
from the tribe of Judah, Nahshon, son of Amminadab;
Of Iudah, Nahshon the sonne of Amminadab:
'For Judah — Nahshon son of Amminadab.
Of Judah: Nahshon the son of Amminadab.
Of Judah; Nahshon the son of Amminadab.
Of Juda, Nahasson the son of Aminadab.
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Numbers 1:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לִֽ/יהוּדָ֕ה
נַחְשׁ֖וֹן
בֶּן
עַמִּינָדָֽב
לִֽ/יהוּדָ֕ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
Judah
Prep | N-proper
נַחְשׁ֖וֹן
Nachshôwn
H5177
Nahshon
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
עַמִּינָדָֽב
ʻAmmîynâdâb
H5992
Izhar
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 1:7
לִֽ/יהוּדָ֕ה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
"Judah"
Prep | N-proper
Judah is the name of the tribe descended from Judah, the son of Jacob. It is also the name of the region where the tribe lived. The name means 'praised' and is first mentioned in Genesis.
Definition: § Judah = "praised" the tribe descended from Judah the son of Jacob
Usage: Occurs in 754 OT verses. KJV: Judah. See also: Genesis 29:35; 1 Samuel 23:3; 2 Kings 14:13.
נַחְשׁ֖וֹן
Nachshôwn
H5177
"Nahshon"
N-proper
Nahshon was an Israelite leader from the tribe of Judah, mentioned in Exodus 6:23 as the son of Amminadab and father of Salmon. He was an ancestor of Jesus and played a key role in Israel's wilderness journey. His name means enchanter.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living before Israel's Monarchy, first mentioned at Exo.6.23; son of: Amminadab (H5992); brother of: Elisheba (H0472); father of: Salmon (H8007) Also named: Naassōn (Ναασσών "Nahshon" G3476) § Nahshon = "enchanter" son of Amminadab and prince of the Judah at the first numbering in the wilderness; 5th in descent from Judah in the genealogy of Christ
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Naashon, Nahshon. See also: Exodus 6:23; Numbers 7:17; 1 Chronicles 2:11.
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.
עַמִּינָדָֽב
ʻAmmîynâdâb
H5992
"Izhar"
N-proper
Amminadab means my kinsman is noble, a name given to several Israelites, including a man in the tribe of Levi and the father of Nahshon. He is mentioned in Exodus 6:18 and is an ancestor of King David. Amminadab is also the father of Korah and other notable figures.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.6.18; son of: Kohath (H6955); brother of: Amram (H6019), Hebron (H2275B) and Uzziel (H5816); father of: Korah (H7141I), Nepheg (H5298), Zichri (H2147) and Shelomith (H8019A) Another name of yits.har (יִצְהָר "Izhar" H3324) § Amminadab = "my kinsman is noble" 1) son of Ram or Aram and father of Nahshon or Naasson and an ancestor of Jesus; father-in-law of Aaron 2) a Kohathite Levite and chief of the sons of Uzziel 3) a Levite, son of Kohath; also 'Izhar'
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: Amminadab. See also: Exodus 6:23; Ruth 4:19; 1 Chronicles 15:11.
Study Notes — Numbers 1:7
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Context — The Leaders of the Tribes
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Luke 3:32 | the son of Jesse, the son of Obed, the son of Boaz, the son of Sala, the son of Nahshon, |
| 2 | Numbers 10:14 | First, the divisions of the camp of Judah set out under their standard, with Nahshon son of Amminadab in command. |
| 3 | Matthew 1:2–5 | Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah by Tamar, Perez the father of Hezron, and Hezron the father of Ram. Ram was the father of Amminadab, Amminadab the father of Nahshon, and Nahshon the father of Salmon. Salmon was the father of Boaz by Rahab, Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, Obed the father of Jesse, |
| 4 | Numbers 7:12 | On the first day Nahshon son of Amminadab from the tribe of Judah drew near with his offering. |
| 5 | Numbers 2:3 | On the east side, toward the sunrise, the divisions of Judah are to camp under their standard: The leader of the descendants of Judah is Nahshon son of Amminadab, |
| 6 | Ruth 4:20 | Amminadab was the father of Nahshon, Nahshon was the father of Salmon, |
| 7 | Ruth 4:18 | Now these are the generations of Perez: Perez was the father of Hezron, |
| 8 | 1 Chronicles 2:10–11 | Ram was the father of Amminadab, and Amminadab was the father of Nahshon, a leader of the descendants of Judah. Nahshon was the father of Salmon, and Salmon was the father of Boaz. |
Numbers 1:7 Summary
This verse tells us about Nahshon, a leader from the tribe of Judah, who was chosen by God to help lead the Israelites. Nahshon's leadership was important because he helped organize and guide the tribe of Judah, as they journeyed to the Promised Land (Numbers 10:14). We can learn from Nahshon's example by being faithful and obedient to God's plan, just like he was (Numbers 7:12). By following God's plan, we can be part of something bigger than ourselves, just like Nahshon was part of the larger story of God's people (Exodus 18:21).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Nahshon son of Amminadab?
Nahshon was a leader from the tribe of Judah, as mentioned in Numbers 1:7, and he played a significant role in the Israelites' journey, as seen in Numbers 7:12 and Numbers 10:14, where he is listed as the leader of the tribe of Judah.
Why is it important to know the leaders of the tribes of Israel?
Knowing the leaders of the tribes of Israel helps us understand the organization and structure of the Israelites, as well as the importance of leadership and accountability, as seen in Exodus 18:21 and Deuteronomy 1:15.
What can we learn from the tribe of Judah?
The tribe of Judah is significant in the Bible, as it is the tribe from which Jesus Christ, the Messiah, would come, as prophesied in Genesis 49:10 and fulfilled in Matthew 1:1-17.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the book of Numbers?
This verse is part of the larger context of the book of Numbers, which tells the story of the Israelites' journey from Mount Sinai to the Promised Land, and the leaders listed in this chapter play a crucial role in that journey, as seen in Numbers 1:1-4 and Numbers 26:1-51.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be a leader in God's kingdom, and how can I follow the example of Nahshon?
- How does the organization and structure of the Israelites' tribes relate to my own life and community?
- What can I learn from the characteristics and actions of the tribe of Judah, and how can I apply those lessons to my own life?
- How does the prophecy of Jesus coming from the tribe of Judah impact my understanding of God's plan of salvation?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 1:7
Of Judah; Nahshon the son of Amminadab. [See comments on Numbers 1:5].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 1:7
Of Simeon; Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 1:7
7. Nahshon the son of Amminaaab] See Rth 4:20, Matthew 1:4.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 1:7
AND MUSTER OF THE ADULT MALES, Numbers 1:1-46.At the close of the third book of Moses the temple in the wilderness — the tabernacle — had been erected, the law of sacrifices instituted, the Aaronic
Sermons on Numbers 1:7
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(Genesis) Genesis 38:27-30 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Joseph from the book of Genesis. Joseph is sold into slavery by his brothers and ends up in Egypt, where he becomes a prominent |
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Acceptable Sacrifice - Part 1 by Hoseah Wu | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that the offering of evil is not just about having our sins forgiven, but about being accepted by the Holy God. The preacher refers to Genes |