KJV ORIGINAL
And the saying pleased me well: and I took twelve men of you, one of a tribe:
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
This plan seemed good to me, so I chose twelve men from among you, one from each tribe.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Moses is explaining that he agreed with the people's suggestion and selected twelve representatives, one from each tribe of Israel.
📚 Historical Context
Moses is recounting to the Israelites how he organized the exploration of the Promised Land before they were to enter it. This refers to the selection of the twelve spies who would scout out Canaan and report back on what they found. Each of the twelve tribes of Israel was represented by one man in this crucial mission.
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save