Numbers 26
A second census is taken of the Israelites and the land is apportioned among the tribes.
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The Census of the Israelites
Commentary
In Numbers 26, the Lord instructs Moses to take a census of the Israelites. This census is to be taken in order to determine the number of men of military age who are able to fight in battle. The Lord also instructs Moses to divide the land among the tribes of Israel according to the number of people in each tribe. This is a significant moment in the history of the Israelites, as it marks the beginning of the process of dividing the Promised Land among the tribes. The chapter begins with a list of the descendants of Jacob, the father of the twelve tribes of Israel. This list is important because it serves as a reminder of the Lord's promise to Abraham that his descendants would be as numerous as the stars in the sky. It also serves as a reminder of the Lord's faithfulness to His people, as He has kept His promise to Abraham and has multiplied the Israelites. The chapter then goes on to describe the process of taking the census. The Lord instructs Moses to count the men of military age from each tribe, and to divide the land among the tribes according to the number of people in each tribe. This is a significant moment in the history of the Israelites, as it marks the beginning of the process of dividing the Promised Land among the tribes. Finally, the chapter ends with a reminder of the Lord's faithfulness to His people. The Lord promises that He will not forsake the Israelites, and that He will be with them as they take possession of the Promised Land. This is a powerful reminder of the Lord's faithfulness and His commitment to His people. In conclusion, Numbers 26 is an important chapter in the history of
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There are 65 verses in Numbers, chapter 26.