Numbers 4:40

Amharic New Standard Translation (አማርኛ አዲሱ መደበኛ ትርጉም) 2005

ሁለት ሺህ ስድስት መቶ ሠላሳ ነበሩ።

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us that when the Levites were counted, there were 2,630 men in the Gershon family. The number comes from a census taken by Moses and Aaron. This census was part of organizing the tribes of Israel.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're organizing a big family picnic, and you need to count how many cousins are coming. In this case, Moses and Aaron counted 2,630 cousins from the Gershon family to help with the big job of taking care of the things in the Tabernacle.

Historical Background

The Book of Numbers was written by Moses around 1400 BC. This verse is part of a larger census conducted to organize the Israelites by tribe and family. The Levites were responsible for the service of the Tabernacle.

Living It Out Today

Today, we can see this as a reminder of the importance of organization and teamwork. Whether at school or in a community project, counting and assigning roles can ensure that tasks are completed effectively.

Topics

• census
• organization
• service
• tribes
• numbers
• Levites

Related Verses

• 1 Chronicles 23:24
• Exodus 38:21
• Numbers 3:21
• 2 Chronicles 23:4
• Ezra 8:17

Frequently Asked Questions

Why were the Levites counted?

The Levites were counted to organize them for their specific duties related to the Tabernacle and its maintenance.

What was the Tabernacle?

The Tabernacle was a portable sanctuary where the Israelites worshipped God during their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land.

How does this verse fit into the larger story of Numbers?

This verse is part of a detailed census of the Israelites, which helped in organizing and managing the tribes during their journey.

Why is the number 2,630 significant?

The number 2,630 indicates the exact count of the Gershon family, showing the meticulous record-keeping of the census.