And with him ten princes, of each chief house a prince throughout all the tribes of Israel; and each one was an head of the house of their fathers among the thousands of Israel.
And with him were ten leaders, one chief from each tribe of Israel. Each one was the head of his family clan among the thousands of people in Israel.
This verse describes how ten tribal leaders, each representing their family clans, were chosen to accompany someone on an important mission.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Joshua, after the Israelites had conquered the Promised Land, the tribes that lived east of the Jordan River were returning home following their role in the conquest. This verse describes the selection of ten princes, one from each of the other tribes, to form a delegation investigating an altar built by the eastern tribes, which sparked fears of idolatry or division. These leaders represented their respective clans to ensure a thorough and impartial inquiry among the community of Israel.
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