Numbers 26:13 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Of Zerah, the family of the Zarhites: of Shaul, the family of the Shaulites.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

From Zerah came the family of the Zarhites; from Shaul came the family of the Shaulites.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is part of a census listing that shows how God faithfully preserved each family line of Israel through their wilderness journey.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Numbers, chapter 26, Moses conducts a second census of the Israelites in the wilderness to assess their numbers and prepare for entering the Promised Land, as the previous generation had perished due to disobedience. This census meticulously lists the clans and families from each tribe, including the descendants of Simeon, to organize inheritance and military roles. Specifically, verse 13 details the families descended from Zerah and Shaul, reflecting the importance of preserving tribal identities during Israel's journey.

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