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Numbers 32:2 Cross-References

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The children of Gad and the children of Reuben came and spake unto Moses, and to Eleazar the priest, and unto the princes of the congregation, saying,

Numbers 32:2 (KJV)

Historical Context for Numbers 32:2

People Mentioned

R
Reubenfirstborn son of Jacob (GEN 29:32), son of Leah
G
Gadseventh-born son of Jacob (GEN 30:11, GEN 35:26), son of Zilpah, Leah's handmaid
M
Mosesled Israel out of Egypt in the Exodus (EXO 13:3)
E
Eleazarson of Aaron (EXO 6:23)

Commentary on Numbers 32:2

The children of Gad and the children of Reuben came and spake unto Moses—the narrative order is significant: Gad listed first though Reuben was Jacob's firstborn (Genesis 29:32), perhaps because Gad was more numerous (Numbers 26:18) or took initiative in this request. They approach the leadership triad: Moses, and to Eleazar the priest, and unto the princes of the congregation—civil, religious, and tribal authorities, showing proper protocol for a major tribal decision.This diplomatic approach masks a dangerous proposal: choosing inheritance east of Jordan rather than in Canaan proper. What ap...

Source: KJV Study Commentary

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