Numbers 26:8
Numbers 26:8 in Multiple Translations
Now the son of Pallu was Eliab,
And the sons of Pallu; Eliab.
And the sons of Pallu: Eliab.
And the sons of Pallu, Eliab
Pallu's son was Eliab,
And the sonnes of Pallu, Eliab:
And the son of Pallu [is] Eliab;
The son of Pallu: Eliab.
And the sons of Phallu; Eliab.
The son of Phallu was Eliab.
Pallu’s son was Eliab
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 26:8
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Numbers 26:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בְנֵ֥י
פַלּ֖וּא
אֱלִיאָֽב
וּ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
son
Conj | N-mp
פַלּ֖וּא
Pallûwʼ
H6396
Pallu
N-proper
אֱלִיאָֽב
ʼĔlîyʼâb
H446
Eliab
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 26:8
וּ/בְנֵ֥י
bên
H1121
"son"
Conj | 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.
פַלּ֖וּא
Pallûwʼ
H6396
"Pallu"
N-proper
Pallu was an Israelite and the son of Reuben, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. He is mentioned in the book of Genesis and was the father of Eliab, who was a leader in the Israelite community. Pallu's name means distinguished or special.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Reuben living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Gen.46.9; son of: Reuben (H7205); brother of: Hanoch (H2585J), Hezron (H2696) and Carmi (H3756); father of: Eliab (H0446H) Also named: pal.lu.i (פַּלֻּאִי "Palluite" H6384) § Pallu or Phallu = "distinguished" the 2nd son of Reuben, father of Eliab, and progenitor of a family of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Pallu, Phallu. See also: Genesis 46:9; Numbers 26:5; 1 Chronicles 5:3.
אֱלִיאָֽב
ʼĔlîyʼâb
H446
"Eliab"
N-proper
Eliab was a common name in the Bible, including a leader of Zebulun and a brother of David, as mentioned in 1 Samuel 16:6 and Numbers 1:9.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Sa.1.1; son of: Tohu (H8459); father of: Jeroham (H3395); also called Eliab at 1Ch.6.27; Eliel at 1Ch.6.34; Another name of e.li.hu (אֱלִיהוּ "Elihu" H0453G) § Eliab = "my God is father" or "God is father" 1) son of Helon, leader of Zebulun in the wilderness 2) a Reubenite chief, father of Dathan and Abiram 3) David's oldest brother 4) a Levite musician 5) a Gadite warrior for David 6) a Kohathite
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: Eliab. See also: Numbers 1:9; 1 Samuel 16:6; 2 Chronicles 11:18.
Study Notes — Numbers 26:8
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Context — The Tribe of Reuben
6the Hezronite clan from Hezron, and the Carmite clan from Carmi.
7These were the clans of Reuben, and their registration numbered 43,730.
8Now the son of Pallu was Eliab,
9and the sons of Eliab were Nemuel, Dathan, and Abiram. It was Dathan and Abiram, chosen by the congregation, who rebelled against Moses and Aaron with the followers of Korah who rebelled against the LORD. 10And the earth opened its mouth and swallowed them along with Korah, whose followers died when the fire consumed 250 men. They serve as a warning sign.Numbers 26:8 Summary
The verse Numbers 26:8 tells us about Eliab, the son of Pallu, who was part of the tribe of Reuben. This might seem like just a list of names, but it's actually important because it shows how God keeps track of His people and cares about every individual, just like He promises in Jeremiah 1:5 and Psalms 139:13-16. By including Eliab in the genealogy, God is reminding us that everyone has a role to play in His story, no matter how big or small. As we read about Eliab and his family, we can reflect on our own place in God's story and how we can trust in His plan, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the genealogy of the Israelites so important in the book of Numbers?
The genealogy is crucial because it helps to establish the lineage and inheritance of the Israelites, as seen in Numbers 26:8, and is also a testament to God's faithfulness to His people, as promised in Genesis 12:2-3 and Deuteronomy 1:10-11.
Who was Pallu and what was his significance in the Bible?
Pallu was a son of Reuben, as mentioned in Numbers 26:8, and his descendants played a significant role in the history of the Israelites, including the rebellion led by Dathan and Abiram, as recorded in Numbers 26:9-10.
How does the mention of Eliab in Numbers 26:8 relate to the rest of the biblical narrative?
Eliab, the son of Pallu, is also the father of Dathan and Abiram, who rebelled against Moses and Aaron, as seen in Numbers 26:9-10, and their story serves as a warning against disobedience, as emphasized in Psalms 106:17 and Isaiah 1:2.
What can we learn from the brief mention of Eliab in Numbers 26:8?
The brief mention of Eliab in Numbers 26:8 reminds us that every person has a role to play in God's grand story, and even those who may seem insignificant can have a profound impact on the lives of others, as seen in the stories of other biblical figures, such as Ruth in the book of Ruth 1:4-5 and Esther in Esther 4:14.
Reflection Questions
- What does the genealogy in Numbers 26:8 reveal about God's plan for His people, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- How does the story of Eliab and his descendants serve as a reminder of the importance of obedience to God's will, as seen in Numbers 26:9-10?
- What can I learn from the example of Pallu, Eliab's father, about the significance of family and legacy in the biblical narrative?
- In what ways can I, like Eliab, contribute to the larger story of God's people, even if my role may seem small or insignificant?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 26:8
And the sons of Pallu,.... Or son, the plural for the singular, Pallu having but one son, whose name was Eliab, the father of Dathan and Abiram; Numbers 26:9.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 26:8
And the sons of Pallu; Eliab. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 26:8
Sons for son, of which change of the number see
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 26:8
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 26:8
5-9. Reuben, the eldest son — By Leah. Genesis 29:32. The enumeration of the grandsons of Jacob in this chapter is important, since these are the basis of the tribal divisions, just as the tribes sprang from his sons.