KJV ORIGINAL
And thirty and two thousand persons in all, of women that had not known man by lying with him.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And thirty-two thousand women in total who had never been intimate with a man.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is recording the count of virgin women who were spared during Israel's war against the Midianites.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from the aftermath of Israel's divinely commanded war against the Midianites, who had led Israel into idolatry and immorality at Balaam's suggestion. The Israelites were instructed to take captives according to specific guidelines given by Moses, and this verse records part of the census of those who were spared. This was part of the conquest period as Israel prepared to enter the Promised Land.
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save