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Numbers 7:36
On the fifth day Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai, the leader of the Simeonites, drew near.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The narrator records the sequential dedication offerings at the tabernacle altar. Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai, identified as the leader of Simeon, approaches on the fifth day of the twelve-day sequence.
The words — The phrase בַּיּוֹם הַחֲמִישִׁי (ba/yom ha/cha/mi/shi) literally means "on the fifth day," marking the chronological progression of the dedication. נָשִׂיא (na/si') translates as "leader" or "prince," specifying Shelumiel’s official tribal authority.
The thread — The verse aligns with the census appointment and camp placement details in Numbers 1:6 and Numbers 2:12. Numbers 7 applies this same formulaic introduction to each tribal leader to document their offerings.
Why it lands — The text requires the reader to note the deliberate order and equal structure of each tribe’s contribution. It establishes that tribal leadership in Israel’s worship is measured by systematic participation rather than personal prominence.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
On the fifth day Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai, prince of the children of Simeon, did offer:
Cross-references
- Numbers 1:6 from Simeon, Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai;
- Numbers 2:12 The tribe of Simeon will camp next to it. The leader of the Simeonites is Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai,