Bible Strands
Numbers 10:14
First, the divisions of the camp of Judah set out under their standard, with Nahshon son of Amminadab in command.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The narrator records the Israelite camp's departure during the wilderness journey, following the Lord's command given through Moses. The Judahite division takes the lead position as the first group to march out.
The words — The verb וַיִּסַּע (va-yi-sa') denotes breaking camp and setting out, while דֶּגֶל (de-gele) refers to the military standard or banner under which the division marched. These terms establish the organized, commanded movement of the Judahite forces.
The thread — This departure sequence mirrors the camp arrangement detailed in Numbers 2:3 and identifies Nahshon, previously named as Judah's leader in Numbers 1:7. The emphasis on Judah's forward position echoes the tribal prominence later reflected in Genesis 49:8.
Why it lands — The text requires the reader to recognize that Israel's movement was structured and directed by divine command rather than human initiative. Obedience to the established order becomes the practical standard for the community's progress.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
In the first place went the standard of the camp of the children of Judah according to their armies: and over his host was Nahshon the son of Amminadab.
Cross-references
- Numbers 2:3 On the east side, toward the sunrise, the divisions of Judah are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Judahites is Nahshon son of Amminadab,
- Numbers 1:7 from Judah, Nahshon son of Amminadab;
- Genesis 49:8 Judah, your brothers shall praise you. Your hand shall be on the necks of your enemies; your father’s sons shall bow down to you.
- Numbers 7:12 On the first day Nahshon son of Amminadab from the tribe of Judah drew near with his offering.
- Numbers 26:19 The sons of Judah were Er and Onan, but they died in the land of Canaan.