Numbers 2:10

Numbers 2:10 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

On the south side, the divisions of Reuben are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Reubenites is Elizur son of Shedeur,

King James Version KJV

¶ On the south side shall be the standard of the camp of Reuben according to their armies: and the captain of the children of Reuben shall be Elizur the son of Shedeur.

American Standard Version ASV

On the south side shall be the standard of the camp of Reuben according to their hosts: and the prince of the children of Reuben shall be Elizur the son of Shedeur.

Bible in Basic English BBE

On the south side is the flag of the children of Reuben, in the order of their armies, with Elizur, the son of Shedeur, as their chief.

Free Bible Version FBV

The tribal division of Reuben is to camp under their flag on the south side. Their leader is Elizur, son of Shedeur,

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

On the South side shalbe ye standerd of the host of Reuben according to their armies, and the captaine ouer the sonnes of Reuben shalbe Elizur the sonne of Shedeur.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

The standard of the camp of Reuben [is] southward, by their hosts; and the prince of the sons of Reuben [is] Elizur son of Shedeur;

World English Bible WEB

“On the south side shall be the standard of the camp of Reuben according to their divisions. The prince of the children of Reuben shall be Elizur the son of Shedeur.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

On the south side shall be the standard of the camp of Reuben according to their armies: and the captain of the children of Reuben shall be Elizur the son of Shedeur.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

In the camp of the sons of Ruben, on the south side, the prince shall be Elisur the son of Sedeur:

Translation for Translators T4T

The tribes of Reuben, Simeon, and Gad must set up their tents on the south side of the Sacred Tent, close to their tribal flags. These are the names of the leaders of those tribes and the number of men whom they will lead: Elizur, the son of Shedeur, will be the leader of the 46,500 men of the tribe of Reuben.

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Numbers 2:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB דֶּ֣גֶל מַחֲנֵ֧ה רְאוּבֵ֛ן תֵּימָ֖נָ/ה לְ/צִבְאֹתָ֑/ם וְ/נָשִׂיא֙ לִ/בְנֵ֣י רְאוּבֵ֔ן אֱלִיצ֖וּר בֶּן שְׁדֵיאֽוּר

דֶּ֣גֶל degel H1714 standard N-ms

מַחֲנֵ֧ה machăneh H4264 camp N-cs

רְאוּבֵ֛ן Rᵉʼûwbên H7205 Reuben N-proper

תֵּימָ֖נָ/ה têymân H8486 south N-fs | Suff

לְ/צִבְאֹתָ֑/ם tsâbâʼ H6635 army Prep | N-cp | Suff

וְ/נָשִׂיא֙ nâsîyʼ H5387 leader Conj | N-ms

לִ/בְנֵ֣י bên H1121 son Prep | N-mp

רְאוּבֵ֔ן Rᵉʼûwbên H7205 Reuben N-proper

אֱלִיצ֖וּר ʼĔlîytsûwr H468 Elizur N-proper

בֶּן bên H1121 son N-ms

שְׁדֵיאֽוּר Shᵉdêyʼûwr H7707 Shedeur N-proper

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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 2:10

דֶּ֣גֶל degel H1714 "standard" N-ms

A degel is a flag or standard, often used to identify a group or nation. In Numbers 1:52, the Israelites were instructed to camp by their standards, and in Psalm 60:4, God is said to lift a flag to gather his people.

Definition: banner, standard

Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: banner, standard. See also: Numbers 1:52; Numbers 2:31; Song of Solomon 2:4.

מַחֲנֵ֧ה machăneh H4264 "camp" N-cs

This word refers to a camp or army, like the Israelites' encampments in the wilderness. It can also mean a group of people or animals. The KJV translates it as 'army, band, or camp'.

Definition: 1) encampment, camp 1a) camp, place of encampment 1b) camp of armed host, army camp 1c) those who encamp, company, body of people

Usage: Occurs in 190 OT verses. KJV: army, band, battle, camp, company, drove, host, tents. See also: Genesis 32:3; Joshua 6:18; Psalms 27:3.

רְאוּבֵ֛ן Rᵉʼûwbên H7205 "Reuben" N-proper

Reuben was the firstborn son of Jacob and Leah, and the ancestor of the tribe of Reuben. He is mentioned in Genesis as the brother of Simeon, Levi, and Judah, and the father of Hanoch and Pallu.

Definition: A man of the tribe of Reuben living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.29.32; son of: Israel (H3478) and Leah (H3812); brother of: Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074) and Dinah (H1783); half-brother of: Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Hanoch (H2585J), Pallu (H6396), Hezron (H2696) and Carmi (H3756) § Reuben = "behold a son" 1) the eldest son of Jacob by Leah 2) the tribe descended from Reuben 3) the territory inhabited by the tribe of Reuben

Usage: Occurs in 68 OT verses. KJV: Reuben. See also: Genesis 29:32; Deuteronomy 27:13; Ezekiel 48:31.

תֵּימָ֖נָ/ה têymân H8486 "south" N-fs | Suff

The Hebrew word for south or southern direction, used to describe location or wind. It is often translated as south in the Bible, including in books like Exodus and Ezekiel.

Definition: 1) south, southward, whatever is on the right (so the southern quarter), south wind 1a) south (of territory) 1b) southern quarter (of the sky) 1c) toward the south, southward (of direction) 1d) south wind

Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: south (side, -ward, wind). See also: Exodus 26:18; Joshua 15:1; Psalms 78:26.

לְ/צִבְאֹתָ֑/ם tsâbâʼ H6635 "army" Prep | N-cp | Suff

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.

וְ/נָשִׂיא֙ nâsîyʼ H5387 "leader" Conj | 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.

לִ/בְנֵ֣י bên H1121 "son" Prep | 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.

רְאוּבֵ֔ן Rᵉʼûwbên H7205 "Reuben" N-proper

Reuben was the firstborn son of Jacob and Leah, and the ancestor of the tribe of Reuben. He is mentioned in Genesis as the brother of Simeon, Levi, and Judah, and the father of Hanoch and Pallu.

Usage: Occurs in 68 OT verses. KJV: Reuben. See also: Genesis 29:32; Deuteronomy 27:13; Ezekiel 48:31.

אֱלִיצ֖וּר ʼĔlîytsûwr H468 "Elizur" N-proper

Elizur was a leader of the Reuben tribe, mentioned in Numbers 1:5 and 2:10, who lived during the time of Moses and the wilderness journey. His name means 'my God is a rock' or 'Rock is God'.

Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.1.5; son of: Shedeur (H7707) § Elizur = "my God is a rock" or "Rock is God" a chief of Reuben in the wilderness

Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Elizur. See also: Numbers 1:5; Numbers 7:30; Numbers 10:18.

בֶּן bên H1121 "son" N-ms

Definition: : child/son

שְׁדֵיאֽוּר Shᵉdêyʼûwr H7707 "Shedeur" N-proper

Shedeur was an Israelite living during the time of the Exodus, and his name means darter of light. He was the father of Elizur, a chief of the tribe of Reuben. Shedeur is mentioned in Numbers 1:5.

Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.1.5; father of: Elizur (H0468) § Shedeur = "darter of light" father of Elizur, chief of the tribe of Reuben at the time of the exodus

Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Shedeur. See also: Numbers 1:5; Numbers 7:30; Numbers 10:18.

Study Notes — Numbers 2:10

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Numbers 2:10 Summary
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Gill's Exposition on Numbers 2:10
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 2:10
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 2:10
Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 2:10
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 2:10
Sermons on Numbers 2:10

Context — The Order of the Camps

8and his division numbers 57,400. 9The total number of men in the divisions of the camp of Judah is 186,400; they shall set out first.

10On the south side, the divisions of Reuben are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Reubenites is Elizur son of Shedeur,

11and his division numbers 46,500. 12The tribe of Simeon will camp next to it. The leader of the Simeonites is Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai,

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Numbers 1:5	These are the names of the men who are to assist you: From the tribe of Reuben, Elizur son of Shedeur;
2	Genesis 49:3–4	Reuben, you are my firstborn, my might, and the beginning of my strength, excelling in honor, excelling in power. Uncontrolled as the waters, you will no longer excel, because you went up to your father’s bed, onto my couch, and defiled it.
3	Numbers 7:35	and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Elizur son of Shedeur.
4	1 Chronicles 5:1	These were the sons of Reuben the firstborn of Israel. Though he was the firstborn, his birthright was given to the sons of Joseph son of Israel, because Reuben defiled his father’s bed. So he is not reckoned according to birthright.
5	Numbers 10:18	Then the divisions of the camp of Reuben set out under their standard, with Elizur son of Shedeur in command.
6	Numbers 7:30	On the fourth day Elizur son of Shedeur, the leader of the Reubenites, drew near.

Numbers 2:10 Summary

[This verse tells us about the tribe of Reuben and their leader, Elizur son of Shedeur, who camped on the south side of the Israelite camp. The Israelites were organized in a specific way, with each tribe having its own place and leader, which helped to promote unity and order, as seen in Numbers 2:1-31. This organization was part of God's plan to guide and protect his people, as also seen in Psalm 23:1-4 and Jeremiah 29:11. By following God's plan, we can experience his guidance and protection in our own lives.]

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was the tribe of Reuben chosen to camp on the south side?

The Bible doesn't give a specific reason for this arrangement, but we can infer that it was part of God's plan to organize the Israelites in a way that reflected their unique roles and responsibilities, as seen in Numbers 2:1-31. This organization was likely intended to promote unity and order among the tribes.

Who was Elizur son of Shedeur and what was his role?

Elizur son of Shedeur was the leader of the Reubenites, as stated in Numbers 2:10, and his division numbered 46,500 men, according to Numbers 2:11. As a leader, he was responsible for guiding and representing his tribe, similar to the role of Moses as leader of the Israelites, as seen in Exodus 18:13-27.

What can we learn from the organization of the Israelite camp?

The organization of the Israelite camp, as described in Numbers 2:1-31, teaches us about the importance of order, unity, and leadership in the community of God's people, as also emphasized in 1 Corinthians 14:33 and Psalm 133:1.

How does this verse relate to the rest of the Bible?

This verse is part of the larger narrative of the Israelites' journey in the wilderness, which serves as a backdrop for the rest of the Bible, including the New Testament, where we see the fulfillment of God's plan of salvation, as described in Hebrews 11:1-40 and Romans 15:4.

Reflection Questions

What can I learn from the way the Israelites were organized in the wilderness, and how can I apply those lessons to my own life?
How does the leadership of Elizur son of Shedeur inspire me to consider my own role in serving others?
In what ways can I contribute to the unity and order of my own community, whether that be my family, church, or neighborhood?
What does the specific placement of the tribe of Reuben on the south side teach me about God's sovereignty and attention to detail in my life?

Gill's Exposition on Numbers 2:10

On the south side [shall be] the standard of the camp of Reuben, according to their armies,.... This camp consisted of the tribes of Reuben, Simeon, and Gad, which was divided into lesser bodies,

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 2:10

On the south side shall be the standard of the camp of Reuben according to their armies: and the captain of the children of Reuben shall be Elizur the son of Shedeur. On the south side ... the standard of the camp of Reuben.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 2:10

Reuben being the first-born, was the leader of the second camp.

Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 2:10

Numbers 2:10 On the south side [shall be] the standard of the camp of Reuben according to their armies: and the captain of the children of Reuben [shall be] Elizur the son of Shedeur.Ver. 10. And on the south side.] The order proceeded from east to south, and so to the west and north; according to the course of the sun, and climates of the world, saith one. I may add, according to the course and progress of the gospel; which went out of Judea, lying east, into Greece, which lieth south; and from thence passed to the western parts, the Latin Church, and so to us of the north: and because “ Vespera nunc venit, nobiscum Christe maneto: Extingui lucem nec patiare tuam. ”

Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 2:10

10. Camp of Reuben — Or, host of Reuben. This tribe was the head of the second army corps, situated on the south of the tabernacle.

Sermons on Numbers 2:10

	Sermon	Description
	(Through the Bible) Genesis 47-50 by Chuck Smith	In this sermon, the speaker references the story of Abraham in Genesis 15, where God reveals to him that his descendants will go down to Egypt for 400 years before being brought ou
	12 Real Christian Morals by George Verwer	In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of sexual immorality and its consequences. He shares a personal experience of dealing with similar situations and emphasizes the imp
	(Genesis) Genesis 49-50 by Joe Focht	In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Jacob and his sons from the Bible. He highlights the downfall of Ruben, Jacob's firstborn, who was given to lust and committed a

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