Numbers 2:23

French (NBS) 2002 (Nouvelle Bible Segond)

Son armée: 35 400 recensés.

What Does This Mean?

This verse gives a number count of a particular group of people. The verse states that the group had 35,400 members. There is no speaker mentioned; it's part of a census in the book of Numbers.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're counting the number of kids in your school. If you counted 35,400, that would be a lot of kids, right? That's how many people were counted in this group in the Bible story.

Historical Background

The book of Numbers was written by Moses around 1400 BC. It records the census and organization of the Israelites as they journeyed through the wilderness towards the Promised Land. The audience was primarily the Israelites, and it reflects their nomadic and tribal society.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse can remind us of the importance of organization and accountability in large groups. For example, a school principal might need to know the exact number of students for planning purposes.

Topics

• census
• organization
• people counting
• accountability
• wilderness journey
• Israelites

Related Verses

• Exodus 30:12
• Exodus 38:26
• Numbers 1:1-3
• Joshua 4:9
• Revelation 7:4

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the importance of counting people in Numbers?

Counting people was crucial for organizing the Israelites, ensuring proper distribution of resources and planning their journey.

Why is the number 35,400 significant in Numbers 2:23?

The number indicates the size of a particular group within the Israelites, highlighting the vast number of people involved in their journey.

How does this verse relate to the broader narrative of Numbers?

This verse is part of a larger census to organize the Israelites, which was essential for their journey and future settlement.

Can you give a real-life example where counting people is important?

Counting people is important in many scenarios, like a school principal needing to know the exact number of students for planning purposes or a company tracking its employees.