Numbers 34:21
Numbers 34:21 in Multiple Translations
Elidad son of Chislon from the tribe of Benjamin;
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Elidad the son of Chislon.
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Elidad the son of Chislon.
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Elidad, the son of Chislon.
From the tribe of Benjamin: Elidad, son of Chislon.
Of the tribe of Beniamin, Elidad the sonne of Chislon.
of the tribe of Benjamin, Elidad son of Chislon;
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Elidad the son of Chislon.
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Elidad the son of Chislon.
Of the tribe of Benjamin, Elidad the son of Chaselon.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 34:21
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Numbers 34:21 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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לְ/מַטֵּ֣ה
בִנְיָמִ֔ן
אֱלִידָ֖ד
בֶּן
כִּסְלֽוֹן
לְ/מַטֵּ֣ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
tribe
Prep | N-ms
בִנְיָמִ֔ן
Binyâmîyn
H1144
Benjamin
N-proper
אֱלִידָ֖ד
ʼĔlîydâd
H449
Elidad
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
כִּסְלֽוֹן
Kiçlôwn
H3692
Chislon
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 34:21
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.
בִנְיָמִ֔ן
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.
אֱלִידָ֖ד
ʼĔlîydâd
H449
"Elidad"
N-proper
Elidad was an Israelite leader who helped divide the Promised Land among his tribe, as mentioned in Numbers 34:21. His name means my God has loved. He was a Benjamite chief and son of Chislon.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, only mentioned at Num.34.21; son of: Chislon (H3692) § Elidad = "my God has loved" a Benjamite chief who helped apportion his tribe's allotment to the Promised Land
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Elidad. See also: Numbers 34:21.
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.
כִּסְלֽוֹן
Kiçlôwn
H3692
"Chislon"
N-proper
Kislon was an Israelite living during the time of Moses, and his son Elidad helped divide the land of Canaan among the tribes. Kislon's name means confidence. He is only mentioned in Numbers 34:21.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, only mentioned at Num.34.21; father of: Elidad (H0449) § Chislon = "confidence" father of Elidad, the prince selected to assist in the division of the land of Canaan among the tribes
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Chislon. See also: Numbers 34:21.
Study Notes — Numbers 34:21
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Context — Leaders to Divide the Land
19These are their names: Caleb son of Jephunneh from the tribe of Judah;
20Shemuel son of Ammihud from the tribe of Simeon;
21Elidad son of Chislon from the tribe of Benjamin;
22Bukki son of Jogli, a leader from the tribe of Dan; 23Hanniel son of Ephod, a leader from the tribe of Manasseh son of Joseph;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis 49:27 | Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; in the morning he devours the prey, in the evening he divides the plunder.” |
| 2 | Psalms 68:27 | There is Benjamin, the youngest, ruling them, the princes of Judah in their company, the princes of Zebulun and of Naphtali. |
Numbers 34:21 Summary
This verse tells us about Elidad, a leader from the tribe of Benjamin, who was chosen to help divide the land of Canaan among the Israelites. Elidad's role shows us that God values each person and tribe, and wants them to work together to fulfill His plans, just like we see in Numbers 34:18 and Joshua 1:3-4. By following God's instructions, Elidad and the other leaders were able to trust in God's promise to give them the land, as seen in Genesis 12:7. We can learn from Elidad's example to trust in God's plans and work together with others to accomplish His will.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Elidad mentioned specifically in Numbers 34:21?
Elidad is mentioned as one of the leaders of the tribes of Israel, highlighting the importance of each tribe having a representative in the division of the land, as seen in Numbers 34:18, where Moses is instructed to take one leader from each tribe.
What is the significance of Elidad being from the tribe of Benjamin?
The tribe of Benjamin was one of the smallest tribes in Israel, but they were also known for their bravery and skill in battle, as seen in 1 Samuel 14, where Jonathan, a Benjamite, leads a successful attack on the Philistines.
How does Elidad's role relate to the rest of the biblical narrative?
Elidad's role as a leader in the division of the land is part of the larger story of God's promise to give the land of Canaan to the Israelites, as seen in Genesis 12:7 and Joshua 1:3-4.
What can we learn from Elidad's example as a leader?
Elidad's example teaches us about the importance of faithfulness and obedience to God's commands, as seen in Numbers 34:21, where he is listed as a leader among the other tribes, demonstrating his commitment to following God's plan for the division of the land.
Reflection Questions
- How does the mention of Elidad as a leader from the tribe of Benjamin challenge or encourage me in my own role as a leader or follower of God?
- What does the specific mention of Elidad's tribe and family background reveal about God's attention to detail and care for each individual?
- In what ways can I, like Elidad, be a faithful representative of my own 'tribe' or community, pointing others to God's promises and plans?
- How does the example of Elidad and the other leaders in Numbers 34:18-28 inspire me to work together with others to accomplish God's purposes?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 34:21
[See comments on Numbers 34:19].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 34:21
These are the names of the men which shall divide the land unto you: Eleazar the priest, and Joshua the son of Nun. Names of the men which shall divide the land.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 34:21
16–29. Ten princes were appointed to superintend the allotment of the land, one from each of the nine and a halt tribes who settled west of the Jordan. In supreme command are Joshua and Eleazar, the successors of Moses and Aaron as the civil and religious beads of the nation.