Numbers 10:27
Numbers 10:27 in Multiple Translations
and Ahira son of Enan was over the division of the tribe of Naphtali.
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Naphtali was Ahira the son of Enan.
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Naphtali was Ahira the son of Enan.
And at the head of the army of the children of Naphtali was Ahira, the son of Enan.
and Ahira, son of Enan, was in charge of the tribal division of Naphtali.
And ouer the bande of the tribe of the children of Naphtali was Ahira ye sonne of Enan.
And over the host of the tribe of the sons of Naphtali [is] Ahira son of Enan.
Ahira the son of Enan was over the army of the tribe of the children of Naphtali.
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Naphtali was Ahira the son of Enan.
And in the tribe of the sons of Nephtali, the prince was Ahira the son of Enan.
The group from the tribe of Naphtali went last. Ahira, the son of Enan, was their leader.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 10:27
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Numbers 10:27 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/עַ֨ל
צְבָ֔א
מַטֵּ֖ה
בְּנֵ֣י
נַפְתָּלִ֑י
אֲחִירַ֖ע
בֶּן
עֵינָֽן
וְ/עַ֨ל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Conj | Prep
צְבָ֔א
tsâbâʼ
H6635
army
N-cs
מַטֵּ֖ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
tribe
N-ms
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
נַפְתָּלִ֑י
Naphtâlîy
H5321
Naphtali
N-proper
אֲחִירַ֖ע
ʼĂchîyraʻ
H299
Ahira
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
עֵינָֽן
ʻÊynân
H5881
Enan
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 10:27
וְ/עַ֨ל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
צְבָ֔א
tsâbâʼ
H6635
"army"
N-cs
This Hebrew word means a large group of people or things, often referring to an army or a campaign, and is also used to describe the Lord's hosts. It appears in the Bible as a name for God, emphasizing His power and authority. In the KJV, it's translated as 'host' or 'army'.
Definition: : army 1) that which goes forth, army, war, warfare, host 1a) army, host 1a1) host (of organised army) 1a2) host (of angels) 1a3) of sun, moon, and stars 1a4) of whole creation 1b) war, warfare, service, go out to war 1c) service
Usage: Occurs in 463 OT verses. KJV: appointed time, ([phrase]) army, ([phrase]) battle, company, host, service, soldiers, waiting upon, war(-fare). See also: Genesis 2:1; 1 Samuel 17:55; Psalms 24:10.
מַטֵּ֖ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
"tribe"
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.
בְּנֵ֣י
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.
נַפְתָּלִ֑י
Naphtâlîy
H5321
"Naphtali"
N-proper
Naphtali was a son of Jacob and the founder of one of the twelve tribes of Israel. He was born to Bilhah, Rachel's servant, and is first mentioned in Genesis 30:8. Naphtali's descendants lived in the region of Galilee.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Naphtali living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.30.8; son of: Israel (H3478) and Bilhah (H1090A); brother of: Dan (H1835H); half-brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Jahzeel (H3183), Guni (H1476), Jezer (H3337) and Shillem (H8006) Also named: Nephthaleim (Νεφθαλείμ "Naphtali" G3508) § Naphtali = "wrestling" 1) the 5th son of Jacob and the 2nd by Bilhah the handmaid of Rachel 2) the tribe descended from Naphtali the son of Jacob 3) the territory assigned to the tribe of Naphtali
Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: Naphtali. See also: Genesis 30:8; Judges 1:33; Psalms 68:28.
אֲחִירַ֖ע
ʼĂchîyraʻ
H299
"Ahira"
N-proper
Ahira was a leader of the Israelite tribe of Naphtali, first mentioned in Numbers 1:15. His name means 'my brother is evil', and he played a role in the Israelites' journey through the wilderness.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.1.15; son of: Enan (H5881) § Ahira = "my brother is evil" a chief of Naphtali
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Ahira. See also: Numbers 1:15; Numbers 7:78; Numbers 10:27.
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.
עֵינָֽן
ʻÊynân
H5881
"Enan"
N-proper
Enan means having eyes, an Israelite living during the time of the wilderness. He was a prince of the tribe of Naphtali and the father of Ahira, mentioned in the book of Numbers.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.1.15; father of: Ahira (H0299) § Enan = "having eyes" a prince of the tribe of Naphtali at the census at Mount Sinai
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Enan. Compare H2704 (חֲצַר עֵינָן). See also: Numbers 1:15; Numbers 7:78; Numbers 10:27.
Study Notes — Numbers 10:27
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Context — From Sinai to Paran
25Finally, the divisions of the camp of Dan set out under their standard, serving as the rear guard for all units, with Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai in command.
26Pagiel son of Ocran was over the division of the tribe of Asher,
27and Ahira son of Enan was over the division of the tribe of Naphtali.
28This was the order of march for the Israelite divisions as they set out. 29Then Moses said to Hobab, the son of Moses’ father-in-law Reuel the Midianite, “We are setting out for the place of which the LORD said: ‘I will give it to you.’ Come with us, and we will treat you well, for the LORD has promised good things to Israel.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Numbers 1:15 | and from Naphtali, Ahira son of Enan.” |
| 2 | Numbers 7:78 | On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, the leader of the Naphtalites, drew near. |
Numbers 10:27 Summary
[Numbers 10:27 tells us that Ahira son of Enan was the leader of the tribe of Naphtali, and he was responsible for his tribe's division during their journey. This shows us that God values leadership and organization, just like we see in Exodus 18:13-27. Ahira's role reminds us that we all have a part to play in God's plan, and we should strive to be responsible and faithful leaders in our own lives, just as Ahira was. By following God's instructions and plans, we can trust that He will work through us to accomplish great things, as seen in Numbers 10:27 and reinforced in Psalm 37:3-7.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Ahira son of Enan in the Bible?
Ahira son of Enan was a leader of the tribe of Naphtali, as mentioned in Numbers 10:27, and was responsible for the division of his tribe during the Israelites' journey in the wilderness.
What was the significance of the tribes having leaders like Ahira?
The leaders of the tribes, like Ahira, played a crucial role in the organization and governance of the Israelites, as seen in Numbers 10:27, and were responsible for the well-being and movement of their respective tribes, as instructed by God in Exodus 18:21-26.
How did the Israelites' organization reflect God's plan for them?
The Israelites' organization, with leaders like Ahira, reflected God's plan for them as a unified and orderly people, as emphasized in Numbers 10:27 and reinforced in Deuteronomy 1:9-18, where Moses reminded the Israelites of their leaders and the importance of following God's instructions.
What can we learn from Ahira's role in the Bible?
We can learn from Ahira's role that God values leadership, organization, and responsibility, as seen in Numbers 10:27, and that He often works through human leaders to accomplish His plans, as demonstrated in 1 Corinthians 12:28 and Ephesians 4:11-12.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate leadership and responsibility in my own life, just like Ahira did for the tribe of Naphtali?
- How can I apply the principles of organization and governance seen in Numbers 10:27 to my own community or church?
- What does Ahira's story teach me about the importance of following God's instructions and plans for my life?
- In what ways can I trust God to work through human leaders and authorities in my life, just as He did with Ahira and the Israelites?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 10:27
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Naphtali [was] Ahira the son of Enan. [See comments on Numbers 10:25].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 10:27
And they first took their journey according to the commandment of the LORD by the hand of Moses. They first took their journey ... by the hand of Moses.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 10:27
Numbers 10:11-34 The departure from Sinai The section consists of two well-defined narratives: Numbers 10:11-28 and Numbers 10:29-33 . The latter is obviously parallel to the former, and not a continuation of it; Moses’ request to Ḥ ?obab was made immediately before the departure, Numbers 10:34 is P’s continuation of Num 10:28.