KJV ORIGINAL
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Zebulun was Eliab the son of Helon.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Eliab, the son of Helon, was the leader over the army of the tribe of Zebulun.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse identifies Eliab as the military leader appointed over the tribe of Zebulun as they organized for their journey through the wilderness.
📚 Historical Context
This verse appears in the context of organizing the twelve tribes of Israel for their march through the wilderness after leaving Mount Sinai. Each tribe had designated leaders for both civil and military purposes as they traveled toward the Promised Land. The organization was crucial for maintaining order among approximately two million people during their 40-year journey.
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