Of the children of Gad, by their generations, after their families, by the house of their fathers, according to the number of the names, from twenty years old and upward, all that were able to go forth to war;
From the tribe of Gad, counting by their family lines and their fathers' households, recording the names of all men who were twenty years old and older, all who were able to serve in the army;
This verse describes the beginning of counting all the fighting-age men from the tribe of Gad for military service.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, God instructed Moses to conduct a census of the Israelite men who were at least 20 years old and able to serve in the army, as the nation was preparing to enter and conquer the Promised Land after their exodus from Egypt. This census was organized by tribes to assess military strength and ensure proper order during their wilderness journey, with verse 24 specifically addressing the tribe of Gad, one of the twelve tribes descended from Jacob. It reflected the cultural emphasis on tribal identity and readiness for conflict in ancient Near Eastern societies.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.