Numbers 13:10
Numbers 13:10 in Multiple Translations
from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel son of Sodi;
Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi.
Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi.
Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel, the son of Sodi.
Gaddiel, son of Sodi, from the tribe of Zebulun.
Of the tribe of Beniamin, Palti the sonne of Raphu:
For the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel son of Sodi.
Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi.
Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi.
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Phalti the son of Raphu.
Gaddiel, the son of Sodi, from the tribe of Zebulun;
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Numbers 13:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְ/מַטֵּ֣ה
זְבוּלֻ֔ן
גַּדִּיאֵ֖ל
בֶּן
סוֹדִֽי
לְ/מַטֵּ֣ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
tribe
Prep | N-ms
זְבוּלֻ֔ן
Zᵉbûwlûwn
H2074
Zebulun
N-proper
גַּדִּיאֵ֖ל
Gaddîyʼêl
H1427
Gaddiel
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
סוֹדִֽי
Çôwdîy
H5476
Sodi
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 13:10
לְ/מַטֵּ֣ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
"tribe"
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.
זְבוּלֻ֔ן
Zᵉbûwlûwn
H2074
"Zebulun"
N-proper
Zebulun was a son of Jacob and the founder of one of the twelve tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 30:20. The tribe and territory were also named after him.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Zebulun living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.30.20; son of: Israel (H3478) and Leah (H3812); brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Issachar (H3485) and Dinah (H1783); half-brother of: Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Sered (H5624), Elon (H0356H) and Jahleel (H3177) § Zebulun = "exalted" 1) the 10th of the sons of Jacob, 6th and last of Leah; progenitor of Zebulun 2) the tribe descended from Zebulun 3) the land allocated to the tribe of Zebulun
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: Zebulun. See also: Genesis 30:20; Joshua 21:34; Psalms 68:28.
גַּדִּיאֵ֖ל
Gaddîyʼêl
H1427
"Gaddiel"
N-proper
Gaddiel was an Israelite who lived during the time of the Wilderness, as mentioned in Numbers 13:10. He was the son of Sodi and was chosen by Moses to spy out the land of Canaan. The name Gaddiel means 'God is my fortune' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, only mentioned at Num.13.10; son of: Sodi (H5476) § Gaddiel = "God is my fortune" the spy from the tribe of Zebulun sent by Moses to spy out the land of Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Gaddiel. See also: Numbers 13:10.
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.
סוֹדִֽי
Çôwdîy
H5476
"Sodi"
N-proper
Sodi was an Israelite who lived during the time of the wilderness and had a son named Gaddiel, who was one of the spies sent to Canaan.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, only mentioned at Num.13.10; father of: Gaddiel (H1427) § Sodi = "acquaintance" father of Gaddiel, the spy selected from the tribe of Zebulun
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Sodi. See also: Numbers 13:10.
Study Notes — Numbers 13:10
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Context — The Spies Explore Canaan
8from the tribe of Ephraim, Hoshea son of Nun;
9from the tribe of Benjamin, Palti son of Raphu;
10from the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel son of Sodi;
11from the tribe of Manasseh (a tribe of Joseph), Gaddi son of Susi; 12from the tribe of Dan, Ammiel son of Gemalli;Numbers 13:10 Summary
In Numbers 13:10, we meet Gaddiel son of Sodi, who represents the tribe of Zebulun as one of the twelve spies sent to explore the land of Canaan. This verse reminds us that God calls each of us to play a unique role in His plan, just like Gaddiel and the other spies. As we read in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, we are all part of the body of Christ, and each of us has a special gift or role to fulfill. By trusting in God's promises and surrendering to His will, we can fulfill our roles with confidence and faith, just like the spies were supposed to do, as seen in Deuteronomy 1:29-31.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the tribe of Zebulun in the Bible?
The tribe of Zebulun is one of the twelve tribes of Israel, and in Numbers 13:10, we see Gaddiel son of Sodi representing this tribe as a spy sent to explore the land of Canaan, as instructed by God in Deuteronomy 1:22-23.
Who is Gaddiel son of Sodi and what role does he play in the Bible?
Gaddiel son of Sodi is one of the twelve spies sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan, as seen in Numbers 13:10, and his role is to gather information and report back to the Israelites, similar to the other spies mentioned in Numbers 13:8-12.
What can we learn from the selection of spies in Numbers 13:8-12?
The selection of spies, including Gaddiel son of Sodi from the tribe of Zebulun, teaches us about the importance of representation and unity among God's people, as seen in Numbers 13:10, and the need for faith and trust in God's promises, as emphasized in Deuteronomy 1:29-31 and Hebrews 11:1-2.
How does this verse fit into the larger story of the Israelites in the wilderness?
Numbers 13:10 is part of the story of the Israelites' journey to the Promised Land, where God instructs Moses to send spies to explore the land, as seen in Numbers 13:1-3, and this event ultimately leads to the Israelites' rebellion against God and their subsequent wandering in the wilderness, as described in Numbers 14:1-45 and Deuteronomy 1:26-46.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to be a representative of God's people, and how can I fulfill this role in my own life?
- How can I cultivate faith and trust in God's promises, even when faced with uncertainty or fear?
- What can I learn from the character of Gaddiel son of Sodi, and how can I apply his example to my own life?
- How does this verse remind me of God's sovereignty and plan for His people, and how can I surrender to His will?
- What are some ways I can support and encourage others in their roles as representatives of God's people?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 13:10
Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi. [See comments on Numbers 13:4].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 13:10
And these were their names: of the tribe of Reuben, Shammua the son of Zaccur. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 13:10
1–24. The spies are sent out, and search the land.