Numbers 2:33

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

But the Levites were not counted among the other Israelites, as the LORD had commanded Moses.

American Standard Version (1901)

But the Levites were not numbered among the children of Israel; as Jehovah commanded Moses.

Bible in Basic English

But the Levites were not numbered among the children of Israel, as the Lord said to Moses.

Free Bible Version

However, the Levites were not counted among the other Israelites, following the Lord's instructions to Moses.

King James (Authorized) Version

But the Levites were not numbered among the children of Israel; as the LORD commanded Moses.

One Unity Resource Bible

But the Levites [Descendants of United with] were not counted among the children of Israel [God prevails]; as Adonai enjoined Moses [Drawn out].

Translation for Translators

But just as Yahweh had commanded, the names of the descendants of Levi were not included.

Unlocked Literal Bible

But Moses and Aaron did not count the Levites among the people of Israel. This was as Yahweh had commanded Moses.

Noah Webster Bible

But the Levites were not numbered among the children of Israel; as the LORD commanded Moses.

World English Bible

But the Levites were not counted among the children of Israel, as Yahweh commanded Moses.

Young's Literal Translation

And the Levites have not numbered themselves in the midst of the sons of Israel, as Jehovah hath commanded Moses.

Context

The Order of the Camps

³²These are the Israelites, numbered according to their families. The total of those counted in the camps, by their divisions, was 603,550.³³But the Levites were not counted among the other Israelites, as the LORD had commanded Moses.

Summary

Numbers 2:33 describes the organization of the Israelites' camp during their journey in the wilderness. It highlights the specific arrangement of the tribes around the tabernacle, emphasizing the importance of order and structure in their worship and daily lives. This verse showcases God's guidance and provision for His people, ensuring that they move forward in unity and obedience. The detailed instructions given regarding the positioning of each tribe reflect God's sovereignty and intentionality in every aspect of the Israelites' journey. Overall, Numbers 2:33 underscores the significance of following God's design and leadership in both spiritual and practical matters.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

But the Levites were not numbered among the children of Israel,.... At this time, not among the Israelites, but by themselves, they being a camp of themselves: as the Lord commanded Moses; Num 1:48.

Numbers 2:33

The Order of the Camps

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Commentary

Berean Standard Bible

But the Levites were not counted among the other Israelites, as the LORD had commanded Moses.

American Standard Version (1901)

But the Levites were not numbered among the children of Israel; as Jehovah commanded Moses.

Bible in Basic English

But the Levites were not numbered among the children of Israel, as the Lord said to Moses.

Free Bible Version

However, the Levites were not counted among the other Israelites, following the Lord's instructions to Moses.

King James (Authorized) Version

But the Levites were not numbered among the children of Israel; as the LORD commanded Moses.

One Unity Resource Bible

But the Levites [Descendants of United with] were not counted among the children of Israel [God prevails]; as Adonai enjoined Moses [Drawn out].

Translation for Translators

But just as Yahweh had commanded, the names of the descendants of Levi were not included.

Unlocked Literal Bible

But Moses and Aaron did not count the Levites among the people of Israel. This was as Yahweh had commanded Moses.

Noah Webster Bible

But the Levites were not numbered among the children of Israel; as the LORD commanded Moses.

World English Bible

But the Levites were not counted among the children of Israel, as Yahweh commanded Moses.

Young's Literal Translation

And the Levites have not numbered themselves in the midst of the sons of Israel, as Jehovah hath commanded Moses.