Bible Strands
Numbers 7:42
On the sixth day Eliasaph son of Deuel, the leader of the Gadites, drew near.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The text records the sixth day of the tribal leaders presenting offerings at the tabernacle. Eliasaph son of Deuel, identified as the leader of the Gadites, approaches to present his tribute.
The words — נָשׂיא (na.Si') translates as leader, and בַּ/יּוֹם֙ הַ/שִּׁשִּׁ֔י (ba/i.yOm ha./shi.Shi) means on the sixth day. These terms anchor the narrative in a specific chronological and administrative sequence.
The thread — The same leader appears in Numbers 1:14 and Numbers 2:14, where he is named as the Gadite representative in the census and camp arrangements. The text uses his name consistently to track tribal order across different administrative records.
Why it lands — The verse demands attention to the precise order and named individuals in Israel’s worship structure. It requires the reader to recognize that ritual action is tied to specific lineage and appointed authority.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
On the sixth day Eliasaph the son of Deuel, prince of the children of Gad, offered:
Cross-references
- Numbers 1:14 from Gad, Eliasaph son of Deuel;
- Numbers 2:14 Next will be the tribe of Gad. The leader of the Gadites is Eliasaph son of Deuel,