And the prince of the tribe of the children of Zebulun, Elizaphan the son of Parnach.
And the leader of the tribe of Zebulun's descendants was Elizaphan, the son of Parnach.
This verse identifies Elizaphan as the appointed leader who would represent the tribe of Zebulun in dividing up the Promised Land.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, Moses receives instructions from God about dividing the Promised Land among the twelve tribes of Israel as they prepared to enter Canaan after their exodus from Egypt. This verse specifically names Elizaphan, son of Parnach, as the leader of the tribe of Zebulun, indicating the role of tribal princes in overseeing land allocation and maintaining order. Such designations highlight God's structured plan for governance among His people during this transitional period.
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