Bible Strands
Numbers 7:78
On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, the leader of the Naphtalites, drew near.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The narrative records the conclusion of the twelfth day of tribal dedications, when Ahira son of Enan, identified as the designated chief of Naphtali, approached the sanctuary to present his gift.
The words — נָשִׂ֖יא (na.Si') translates literally to "the leader" or tribal chief, while בְּ/יוֹם֙ שְׁנֵ֣ים עָשָׂ֣ר יִוֹם (be./yOm she.Neim 'a.Sar Yom) means "on the twelfth day," anchoring the event to a fixed chronological sequence.
The thread — Ahira appears previously as the appointed head of Naphtali in the wilderness census (Numbers 1:15) and in the tribal march order (Numbers 2:29), confirming his official status before this ritual appearance.
Why it lands — The text documents the strict, day-by-day administration of tribal representatives during a national ceremony, requiring the reader to observe the sequential fulfillment of appointed roles rather than project individualized meaning onto a routine administrative entry.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali, offered:
Cross-references
- Numbers 1:15 and from Naphtali, Ahira son of Enan.”
- Numbers 2:29 Next will be the tribe of Naphtali. The leader of the Naphtalites is Ahira son of Enan,