Numbers 26:27

Afrikaans Bible (ABA) 2007 (Bybel vir almal)

Daar was 60 500 persone in die families van die Sebulon-stam.

What Does This Mean?

This verse lists the Zebulunites, one of the tribes of Israel, and their total population, which was 60,500. It's part of a census to count the people of Israel. There is no specific speaker; it's part of a larger list in the Book of Numbers.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're counting how many kids are in your class. This verse is like counting all the kids in a big family named Zebulun. They counted 60,500 family members!

Historical Background

The Book of Numbers was written by Moses around 1400 BC. It records the census of the Israelites after they left Egypt and before they entered the Promised Land. The audience was the Israelites, and the cultural setting was the wilderness after the Exodus.

Living It Out Today

Today, we can see the importance of knowing our community's size and composition. For instance, a school might need to know how many students are enrolled to plan resources and activities effectively.

Topics

• tribes of Israel
• census
• population count
• historical records
• community
• leadership

Related Verses

• Genesis 49:13
• Deuteronomy 33:18-19
• Joshua 19:10-16
• 1 Chronicles 7:1-12
• Luke 2:36

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was a census taken?

The census was taken to determine the strength and size of the Israelite tribes, which was important for military and administrative purposes.

How does this relate to the Israelites' journey?

This census was part of the preparations for the Israelites entering the Promised Land, helping them organize and understand their numbers.

What can we learn from the Zebulunites' number?

We can learn about the importance of accurate record-keeping and the value of understanding the composition of a community.

How does this relate to community planning today?

Just as the Israelites needed to know their numbers for organization, modern communities need population data to plan services and resources effectively.