Numbers 26:38
Numbers 26:38 in Multiple Translations
These were the descendants of Benjamin by their clans: The Belaite clan from Bela, the Ashbelite clan from Ashbel, the Ahiramite clan from Ahiram,
¶ The sons of Benjamin after their families: of Bela, the family of the Belaites: of Ashbel, the family of the Ashbelites: of Ahiram, the family of the Ahiramites:
The sons of Benjamin after their families: of Bela, the family of the Belaites; of Ashbel, the family of the Ashbelites; of Ahiram, the family of the Ahiramites;
The sons of Benjamin by their families: of Bela, the family of the Belaites: of Ashbel, the family of the Ashbelites: of Ahiram, the family of the Ahiramites:
These were the descendants of Benjamin by family: Bela, ancestor of the Belaite family; Ashbel, ancestor of the Ashbelite family; Ahiram, ancestor of the Ahiramite family;
These are the sonnes of Beniamin after their families: of Bela came the familie of the Belaites: of Ashbel, the familie of the Ashbelites: of Ahiram, the familie of the Ahiramites:
Sons of Benjamin by their families: of Bela [is] the family of the Belaite; of Ashbel the family of the Ashbelite; of Ahiram the family of the Ahiramite;
The sons of Benjamin after their families: of Bela, the family of the Belaites; of Ashbel, the family of the Ashbelites; of Ahiram, the family of the Ahiramites;
The sons of Benjamin after their families: of Bela, the family of the Belaites: of Ashbel, the family of the Ashbelites: of Ahiram, the family of the Ahiramites:
These are the sons of Joseph by their families. The sons of Benjamin in their kindreds: Bela, of whom is the family of the Belaites: Asbel, of whom is the family of the Asbelites: Ahiram, of whom is the family of the Ahiramites:
They counted 45,600 men from the tribe of Benjamin. They were in clans descended from Bela, Ashbel, Ahiram, Shephupham, and Hupham, and from Bela’s two sons—Ard and Naaman.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 26:38
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Numbers 26:38 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בְּנֵ֣י
בִנְיָמִן֮
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחֹתָ/ם֒
לְ/בֶ֗לַע
מִשְׁפַּ֨חַת֙
הַ/בַּלְעִ֔י
לְ/אַשְׁבֵּ֕ל
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
הָֽ/אַשְׁבֵּלִ֑י
לַ/אֲחִירָ֕ם
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
הָ/אֲחִירָמִֽי
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
בִנְיָמִן֮
Binyâmîyn
H1144
Benjamin
N-proper
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחֹתָ/ם֒
mishpâchâh
H4940
family
Prep | N-fp | Suff
לְ/בֶ֗לַע
Belaʻ
H1106
Bela
Prep | N-proper
מִשְׁפַּ֨חַת֙
mishpâchâh
H4940
family
N-fs
הַ/בַּלְעִ֔י
Balʻîy
H1108
Belaite
Art | Ngmsa
לְ/אַשְׁבֵּ֕ל
ʼAshbêl
H788
Ashbel
Prep | N-proper
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
mishpâchâh
H4940
family
N-fs
הָֽ/אַשְׁבֵּלִ֑י
ʼAshbêlîy
H789
Ashbelite
Art | Ngmsa
לַ/אֲחִירָ֕ם
ʼĂchîyrâm
H297
Ahiram
Prep | N-proper
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
mishpâchâh
H4940
family
N-fs
הָ/אֲחִירָמִֽי
ʼĂchîyrâmîy
H298
Ahiramite
Art | Ngmsa
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 26:38
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.
בִנְיָמִן֮
Binyâmîyn
H1144
"Benjamin"
N-proper
Benjamin means son of the right hand, referring to the youngest son of Jacob and the tribe that descended from him. The term is first used in Genesis 35:18. Benjamin was a brother of Joseph and a half-brother of Reuben and others.
Definition: § Benjamin = "son of the right hand" a gate in Jerusalem
Usage: Occurs in 160 OT verses. KJV: Benjamin. See also: Genesis 35:18; 1 Samuel 9:21; Psalms 68:28.
לְ/מִשְׁפְּחֹתָ/ם֒
mishpâchâh
H4940
"family"
Prep | N-fp | Suff
This word refers to a family or clan, and can also mean a tribe or nation, such as the people of Israel, emphasizing the importance of family ties.
Definition: 1) clan, family 1a) clan 1a1) family 1a2) tribe 1a3) people, nation 1b) guild 1c) species, kind 1d) aristocrats
Usage: Occurs in 224 OT verses. KJV: family, kind(-red). See also: Genesis 8:19; Numbers 26:41; Esther 9:28.
לְ/בֶ֗לַע
Belaʻ
H1106
"Bela"
Prep | N-proper
Bela is a name in the Bible, given to a place and to people, including an Edomite and Israelites. It means destruction and is also the name of a city that was spared when Lot intervened, and was later called Zoar.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Reuben living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.5.8; son of: Azaz (H5811) § Bela = "destruction" one of the five cities of the plain which was spared at the intercession of Lot, and received the name of Zoar
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: Bela. See also: Genesis 14:2; 1 Chronicles 1:43; 1 Chronicles 8:3.
מִשְׁפַּ֨חַת֙
mishpâchâh
H4940
"family"
N-fs
This word refers to a family or clan, and can also mean a tribe or nation, such as the people of Israel, emphasizing the importance of family ties.
Definition: 1) clan, family 1a) clan 1a1) family 1a2) tribe 1a3) people, nation 1b) guild 1c) species, kind 1d) aristocrats
Usage: Occurs in 224 OT verses. KJV: family, kind(-red). See also: Genesis 8:19; Numbers 26:41; Esther 9:28.
הַ/בַּלְעִ֔י
Balʻîy
H1108
"Belaite"
Art | Ngmsa
A Belaite is a descendant of Bela, a man from the tribe of Benjamin, mentioned in Genesis 46:21. Bela's sons included Ard and Naaman. The term Belaite refers to his family line.
Definition: Someone descended from Bela who was a man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.21; son of: Benjamin (H1144); brother of: Becher (H1071), Ashbel (H0788), Gera (H1617), Naaman (H5283), Ehi (H0278), Rosh (H7220), Muppim (H4649), Huppim (H2650H), Ard (H0714), Ahiram (H0297) and Jediael (H3043); father of: Ard (H0714H), Naaman (H5283H), Ezbon (H0675H), Uzzi (H5813I), Uzziel (H5816I), Jerimoth (H3406), Iri (H5901), Addar (H0146H), Gera (H1617I), Abihud (H0031), Abishua (H0050H) and Ahoah (H0265) Group of be.la (בֶּ֫לַע "Bela" H1106A) § Belaites = "swallowing" descendants of Bela
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Belaites. See also: Numbers 26:38.
לְ/אַשְׁבֵּ֕ל
ʼAshbêl
H788
"Ashbel"
Prep | N-proper
Ashbel was a man from the tribe of Benjamin, mentioned in Genesis 46:21 as a son of Benjamin, and is an ancestor of the Israelites.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.21; son of: Benjamin (H1144); brother of: Bela (H1106A), Becher (H1071), Gera (H1617), Naaman (H5283), Ehi (H0278), Rosh (H7220), Muppim (H4649), Huppim (H2650H), Ard (H0714), Ahiram (H0297) and Jediael (H3043) Also named: ash.be.li (אַשְׁבֵּלִי "Ashbelite" H0789) § Ashbel = "a man in God: a man of Baal: fire of Bel: I will make a path" second son of Benjamin
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Ashbel. See also: Genesis 46:21; Numbers 26:38; 1 Chronicles 8:1.
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
mishpâchâh
H4940
"family"
N-fs
This word refers to a family or clan, and can also mean a tribe or nation, such as the people of Israel, emphasizing the importance of family ties.
Definition: 1) clan, family 1a) clan 1a1) family 1a2) tribe 1a3) people, nation 1b) guild 1c) species, kind 1d) aristocrats
Usage: Occurs in 224 OT verses. KJV: family, kind(-red). See also: Genesis 8:19; Numbers 26:41; Esther 9:28.
הָֽ/אַשְׁבֵּלִ֑י
ʼAshbêlîy
H789
"Ashbelite"
Art | Ngmsa
An Ashbelite is a descendant of Ashbel, a man from the tribe of Benjamin. Ashbel was a son of Benjamin and had several brothers, including Bela and Becher. The Ashbelites are mentioned in the Bible as part of the tribe of Benjamin.
Definition: Someone descended from Ashbel, a man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.21; son of: Benjamin (H1144); brother of: Bela (H1106A), Becher (H1071), Gera (H1617), Naaman (H5283), Ehi (H0278), Rosh (H7220), Muppim (H4649), Huppim (H2650H), Ard (H0714), Ahiram (H0297) and Jediael (H3043) Group of ash.bel (אַשְׁבֵּל "Ashbel" H0788) § Ashbelites = "a man in God: a man of Baal: fire of Bel: I will make a path" descendants of Ashbel
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Ashbelites. See also: Numbers 26:38.
לַ/אֲחִירָ֕ם
ʼĂchîyrâm
H297
"Ahiram"
Prep | N-proper
Ahiram, a man from the tribe of Benjamin, is mentioned in the book of Numbers. His name means 'my brother is exalted' and he is listed among his brothers, including Bela and Becher. Ahiram is an important figure in the biblical genealogy.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, only mentioned at Num.26.38; son of: Benjamin (H1144); brother of: Bela (H1106A), Becher (H1071), Ashbel (H0788), Gera (H1617), Naaman (H5283), Ehi (H0278), Rosh (H7220), Muppim (H4649), Huppim (H2650H), Ard (H0714) and Jediael (H3043) Also named: a.chi.ra.mi (אֲחִירָמִי "Ahiramite" H0298) § Ahiram = "my brother is exalted" or "brother or (the) lofty" a Benjamite, son of Benjamin
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Ahiram. See also: Numbers 26:38.
מִשְׁפַּ֖חַת
mishpâchâh
H4940
"family"
N-fs
This word refers to a family or clan, and can also mean a tribe or nation, such as the people of Israel, emphasizing the importance of family ties.
Definition: 1) clan, family 1a) clan 1a1) family 1a2) tribe 1a3) people, nation 1b) guild 1c) species, kind 1d) aristocrats
Usage: Occurs in 224 OT verses. KJV: family, kind(-red). See also: Genesis 8:19; Numbers 26:41; Esther 9:28.
הָ/אֲחִירָמִֽי
ʼĂchîyrâmîy
H298
"Ahiramite"
Art | Ngmsa
An Ahiramite was a descendant of Ahiram, a man from the tribe of Benjamin. Ahiram was the son of Benjamin and had several brothers, including Bela and Becher, as listed in Numbers 26:38.
Definition: Someone descended from Ahiram, a man of the tribe of Benjamin living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, only mentioned at Num.26.38; son of: Benjamin (H1144); brother of: Bela (H1106A), Becher (H1071), Ashbel (H0788), Gera (H1617), Naaman (H5283), Ehi (H0278), Rosh (H7220), Muppim (H4649), Huppim (H2650H), Ard (H0714) and Jediael (H3043) Group of a.chi.ram (אֲחִירָם "Ahiram" H0297) § Ahiramite = "brother of mother" one of the clan of Ahiram
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Ahiramites. See also: Numbers 26:38.
Study Notes — Numbers 26:38
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- Context
- Cross References
- Numbers 26:38 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 26:38
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 26:38
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 26:38
- Cambridge Bible on Numbers 26:38
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 26:38
- Sermons on Numbers 26:38
Context — The Tribe of Benjamin
36And the descendants of Shuthelah were the Eranite clan from Eran.
37These were the clans of Ephraim, and their registration numbered 32,500. These clans were the descendants of Joseph.
38These were the descendants of Benjamin by their clans: The Belaite clan from Bela, the Ashbelite clan from Ashbel, the Ahiramite clan from Ahiram,
39the Shuphamite clan from Shupham, and the Huphamite clan from Hupham. 40And the descendants of Bela from Ard and Naaman were the Ardite clan from Ard and the Naamite clan from Naaman.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Chronicles 8:1 | Benjamin was the father of Bela, his firstborn; Ashbel was the second born, Aharah the third, |
| 2 | 1 Chronicles 7:6–12 | The three sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, and Jediael. The sons of Bela: Ezbon, Uzzi, Uzziel, Jerimoth, and Iri, heads of their families—five in all. There were 22,034 mighty men of valor listed in their genealogies. The sons of Becher: Zemirah, Joash, Eliezer, Elioenai, Omri, Jeremoth, Abijah, Anathoth, and Alemeth; all these were Becher’s sons. Their genealogies were recorded according to the heads of their families—20,200 mighty men of valor. The son of Jediael: Bilhan. The sons of Bilhan: Jeush, Benjamin, Ehud, Chenaanah, Zethan, Tarshish, and Ahishahar. All these sons of Jediael were heads of their families, mighty men of valor; there were 17,200 fit for battle. The Shuppites and Huppites were descendants of Ir, and the Hushites were descendants of Aher. |
| 3 | Genesis 46:2 | And that night God spoke to Israel in a vision: “Jacob, Jacob!” He said. “Here I am,” replied Jacob. |
| 4 | Genesis 46:21 | The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, Ashbel, Gera, Naaman, Ehi, Rosh, Muppim, Huppim, and Ard. |
Numbers 26:38 Summary
Numbers 26:38 lists the descendants of Benjamin by their clans, including the Belaite, Ashbelite, and Ahiramite clans. This verse shows us the importance of family and community in the Bible, just like we see in Genesis 12:1-3 where God makes a promise to Abraham. It also reminds us that God is faithful to His promises, just as He was to the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land (Deuteronomy 1:8). As we reflect on this verse, we can think about how we can trust in God's promises and care for our own families and communities, just like the Israelites did.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it important to list the descendants of Benjamin by their clans?
The listing of the descendants of Benjamin by their clans, as seen in Numbers 26:38, emphasizes the importance of family and community in the biblical narrative, as also highlighted in Genesis 12:1-3 where God promises to make Abraham the father of a great nation.
What can we learn from the names of the clans in Numbers 26:38?
The names of the clans, such as the Belaite clan from Bela, the Ashbelite clan from Ashbel, and the Ahiramite clan from Ahiram, demonstrate the significance of naming and identity in biblical culture, similar to the way God renames Abram to Abraham in Genesis 17:5.
How does the listing of the descendants of Benjamin relate to the broader context of Numbers 26?
The listing of the descendants of Benjamin in Numbers 26:38 is part of a larger census of the Israelites, as commanded by God in Numbers 26:1-4, which serves to organize and prepare the people for their entrance into the Promised Land, as promised in Deuteronomy 1:8.
What does the mention of Benjamin's descendants reveal about God's plan for the Israelites?
The mention of Benjamin's descendants in Numbers 26:38 highlights God's faithfulness to His promises, as Benjamin was the youngest son of Jacob and his tribe played a significant role in the history of Israel, as seen in the story of Joseph in Genesis 37:1-36 and the blessing of Jacob in Genesis 49:1-28.
Reflection Questions
- What does the emphasis on family and community in Numbers 26:38 teach us about our own relationships and responsibilities within our families and churches?
- How can we apply the biblical principle of naming and identity, as seen in the clans of Benjamin, to our own understanding of who we are in Christ, as described in 2 Corinthians 5:17?
- What role does faithfulness and trust in God's promises play in our own lives, as we reflect on the story of Benjamin and his descendants in Numbers 26:38?
- In what ways can we, like the Israelites, prepare ourselves for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead, as we look to the example of the census in Numbers 26:1-51 and the encouragement of Joshua 1:9?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 26:38
Ver. 38-41. The sons of Benjamin, after their families,.... This tribe was numbered next to Ephraim, being under his standard.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 26:38
The sons of Benjamin after their families: of Bela, the family of the Belaites: of Ashbel, the family of the Ashbelites: of Ahiram, the family of the Ahiramites: The sons of Benjamin after their
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 26:38
The sons of Benjamin were ten, , whereof only five are here mentioned, the rest probably, together with their families, being extinct ere this time. Ashbel, called also Jediael, . Ahiram, called also Aharah, and Ehi, .
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 26:38
5–51. The twelve secular tribes are numbered, the sacred tribe of Levi being omitted. The names are based upon Genesis 46:8-27, but with the addition of Ephraim and Manasseh, who, having been born in Egypt, could not be reckoned in Gen. among those who went down into Egypt. The total number at the first census, thirty-eight years before (ch. 1) was 603,550; now it Isaiah 601,730. The order of the tribes is the same, except that Manasseh (Numbers 26:29-34) precedes Ephraim (Numbers 26:35-37). Reuben, Simeon, Gad, Ephraim and Naphtali have decreased in numbers, while the other seven have increased. The impossibility of the figures is shewn in note on Numbers 1:46.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 26:38
38. The sons of Benjamin established five families, and the grandsons established two. Ahiram is abbreviated to Ehi in Genesis 46:21.
Sermons on Numbers 26:38
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(Exodus) Exodus 1 Introduction by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the book of Exodus and its connection to the previous events in the book of Genesis. The sermon begins by referencing a passage from Genesis |
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Genesis #25 Ch. 46-48 & 50 Jacob's & Joseph's Faith by Chuck Missler | In this sermon, Chuck Missler discusses Genesis chapters 46, 47, 48, and 50. He highlights the provision of God for His people, as seen in Pharaoh giving the land of Goshen to the |
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God Encourages Jacob by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes God's encouragement to Jacob, reminding him of his new identity as Israel, which means 'governed by God.' Despite Jacob's fears about going to Egypt, God rea |