KJV ORIGINAL
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Gad was Eliasaph the son of Deuel.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Eliasaph, the son of Deuel, was the leader over the army of the tribe of Gad.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse identifies Eliasaph as the appointed leader over the fighting men of the tribe of Gad during Israel's journey through the wilderness.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the Israelites' organized march through the wilderness after leaving Mount Sinai. God had given Moses specific instructions for how the twelve tribes should be arranged and led during their travels to the Promised Land. Each tribe had a designated leader responsible for organizing and commanding their people during this massive migration of over a million people.
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