Numbers 10:18

Verse

Then the divisions of the camp of Reuben set out under their standard, with Elizur son of Shedeur in command.

American Standard Version (1901)

And the standard of the camp of Reuben set forward according to their hosts: and over his host was Elizur the son of Shedeur.

Bible in Basic English

Then the flag of the children of Reuben went forward with their armies: and at the head of his army was Elizur, the son of Shedeur.

Free Bible Version

Then came the divisions of Reuben who marched out under their flag, with Elizur, son of Shedeur, in charge.

King James (Authorized) Version

¶ And the standard of the camp of Reuben set forward according to their armies: and over his host was Elizur the son of Shedeur.

One Unity Resource Bible

The standard of the camp of Reuben [See, a son!] went forward according to their armies. Elizur the son of Shedeur was over his army.

Translation for Translators

The group from the tribe of Reuben went next, carrying their flag. Elizur, the son of Shedeur, was their leader.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Next, the armies under the banner of Reuben's camp set out on their journey. Elizur son of Shedeur led Reuben's army.

Noah Webster Bible

And the standard of the camp of Reuben moved forward according to their armies: and over his host was Elizur the son of Shedeur.

World English Bible

The standard of the camp of Reuben went forward according to their armies. Elizur the son of Shedeur was over his army.

Young's Literal Translation

And the standard of the camp of Reuben hath journeyed, by their hosts, and over its host [is] Elizur son of Shedeur.

Context

From Sinai to Paran

¹⁷Then the tabernacle was taken down, and the Gershonites and the Merarites set out, transporting it.¹⁸Then the divisions of the camp of Reuben set out under their standard, with Elizur son of Shedeur in command.¹⁹Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai was over the division of the tribe of Simeon,

Summary

In Numbers 10:18, we see the Israelites preparing to journey to the Promised Land as instructed by God. This verse highlights the importance of obedience and following God's guidance in their journey. It serves as a reminder that God's presence and leading are essential for the success of any endeavor. The Israelites' willingness to move forward at God's command reflects their faith and trust in His promises. This verse encourages believers to rely on God's direction and provision in their own journeys of faith.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

And over the host of the tribe of the children of Simeon was Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. See Gill on Num 10:18. . Numbers 10:20 num 10:20 num 10:20 num 10:20And over the host of the tribe of the children of Gad was Eliasaph the son of Deuel. See Gill on Num 10:18.