These are the families of Issachar according to those that were numbered of them, threescore and four thousand and three hundred.
These are the families of Issachar according to those who were counted among them: sixty-four thousand three hundred.
This verse records that the tribe of Issachar had 64,300 people when Moses conducted a census of the Israelites.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, Moses conducted a second census of the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land, following God's instructions to count the tribes for military organization and land inheritance. This verse specifically lists the families of the tribe of Issachar and their population of 64,300, demonstrating God's faithfulness in multiplying His people despite their years of wandering in the wilderness. It reflects the biblical emphasis on accountability and preparation for God's promises.
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