Numbers 31:46 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And sixteen thousand persons;)

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

And sixteen thousand people.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse records the number of people (likely captives) taken during Israel's battle against the Midianites.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Numbers, chapter 31, the Israelites, led by Moses, waged war against the Midianites as a divine response to their role in leading Israel into idolatry and immorality. After the battle, the Israelites meticulously counted their spoils, including livestock, gold, and captives, with verse 46 specifically noting 16,000 persons taken as part of the plunder. This event reflects the ancient practices of warfare and God's judgment on nations that opposed His people in the Old Testament narrative.

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