Numbers 13:10 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Of the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

From the tribe of Zebulun, Gaddiel the son of Sodi.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse identifies one of the twelve men chosen to scout out the Promised Land, representing the tribe of Zebulun.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Numbers, the Israelites were encamped in the wilderness of Paran after their exodus from Egypt, and God commanded Moses to send twelve spies, one from each tribe, to explore the Promised Land of Canaan and report back on its inhabitants and resources. This mission was part of God's plan to prepare the Israelites for conquering the land He had promised to Abraham, testing their faith and obedience. The verse specifically identifies Gaddiel, son of Sodi, as the chosen representative from the tribe of Zebulun.

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