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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/numbers/34.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/numbers/34.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Kemuel son of Shiphtan, the leader from the tribe of Ephraim son of Joseph;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/numbers/34.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Ephraim son of Joseph Kemuel son of Shiphtan<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/numbers/34.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />And of the tribe of the people of Ephraim a chief, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/numbers/34.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Kemuel son of Shiphtan, a leader from the tribe of Ephraim;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/numbers/34.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And the prince of the tribe of the children of Ephraim, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/numbers/34.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />and a leader from the tribe of the children of Ephraim, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/numbers/34.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Of the tribe of the sons of Ephraim, a leader, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/numbers/34.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220Of the tribe of the sons of Ephraim a leader, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/numbers/34.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“And of the tribe of the sons of Ephraim a leader, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/numbers/34.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Of the tribe of the sons of Ephraim a leader, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/numbers/34.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />from the tribe of the sons of Ephraim a leader, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/numbers/34.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Kemuel son of Shiphtan, a leader from the tribe of Ephraim’s descendants;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/numbers/34.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Kemuel son of Shiphtan, a leader from the tribe of Ephraim; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/numbers/34.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And of the tribe of the children of Ephraim a prince, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/numbers/34.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />and of the tribe of the children of Ephraim a prince, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/numbers/34.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Kemuel, son of Shiphtan, the leader of the tribe of Ephraim; (Manasseh and Ephraim are Joseph's descendants.) <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/numbers/34.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Shiphtan's son Kemuel to be leader of the half tribe of Ephraim, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/numbers/34.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Kemuel son of Shiphtan, a leader from the tribe of Ephraim;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/numbers/34.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />from the tribe of the Ephraimites, a leader, Kemuel son of Shiphtan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/numbers/34.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Of the tribe of the people of Ephraim a prince, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/numbers/34.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And the prince of the tribe of the children of Ephraim, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/numbers/34.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Of the tribe of the children of Ephraim a prince, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/numbers/34.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and a prince of the tribe of the sons of Ephraim, Kemuel son of Shiphtan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/numbers/34.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and of the tribe of the sons of Ephraim, the prince Kemuel son of Shiphtan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/numbers/34.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And for the tribe of the sons of Ephraim: chief Kemuel, son of Shiphtan.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/numbers/34.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Of the tribe of Ephraim, Camuel the son of Sephtan. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/numbers/34.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />from the tribe of Ephraim, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/numbers/34.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />from the tribe of the Ephraimites: a leader, Kemuel, son of Shiphtan; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/numbers/34.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />and of the tribe of the Ephraimites a leader, Kemuel son of Shiphtan.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/numbers/34.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Of the tribe of Ephraim, Kemuel the son of Shiptan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/numbers/34.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />From the tribe of Aphreim, Qemuyel son of Shaphtan.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/numbers/34.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />and of the tribe of the children of Ephraim a prince, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/numbers/34.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Of the tribe of the sons of Ephraim, the prince was Camuel the son of Sabathan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/numbers/34-24.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/yauBFvKLNNo?start=10674" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/numbers/34.htm">Leaders for Dividing the Land</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">23</span>Hanniel son of Ephod, a leader from the tribe of Manasseh son of Joseph; <span class="reftext">24</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7055.htm" title="7055: qə·mū·’êl (N-proper-ms) -- A relative of Abraham, also two Isr. From quwm and 'el; raised of God; Kemuel, the name of a relative of Abraham, and of two Israelites.">Kemuel</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">son</a> <a href="/hebrew/8204.htm" title="8204: šip̄·ṭān (N-proper-ms) -- Judgment, a prince of Ephraim. From shaphat; judge-like; Shiphtan, an Israelite.">of Shiphtan,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5387.htm" title="5387: nā·śî (N-ms) -- Or nasi'; from nasa'; properly, an exalted one, i.e. A king or sheik; also a rising mist.">a leader</a> <a href="/hebrew/4294.htm" title="4294: ū·lə·maṭ·ṭêh (Conj-w, Prep-l:: N-msc) -- Or mattah; from natah; a branch; figuratively, a tribe; also a rod, whether for chastising, ruling, throwing, or walking.">from the tribe</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ḇə·nê- (N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.)."></a> <a href="/hebrew/669.htm" title="669: ’ep̄·ra·yim (N-proper-ms) -- Dual of masculine form of 'Ephraath; double fruit; Ephrajim, a son of Joseph; also the tribe descended from him, and its territory.">of Ephraim;</a> </span><span class="reftext">25</span>Eli-zaphan son of Parnach, a leader from the tribe of Zebulun;…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/14-1.htm">Joshua 14:1-2</a></span><br />Now these are the portions that the Israelites inherited in the land of Canaan, as distributed by Eleazar the priest, Joshua son of Nun, and the heads of the families of the tribes of Israel. / Their inheritance was assigned by lot for the nine and a half tribes, as the LORD had commanded through Moses.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/19-51.htm">Joshua 19:51</a></span><br />These are the inheritances that Eleazar the priest, Joshua son of Nun, and the heads of the families distributed by lot to the tribes of Israel at Shiloh before the LORD at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. So they finished dividing up the land.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/47-13.htm">Ezekiel 47:13-14</a></span><br />This is what the Lord GOD says: “These are the boundaries by which you are to divide the land as an inheritance among the twelve tribes of Israel; Joseph shall receive two portions. / You are to divide it equally among them. Because I swore with an uplifted hand to give it to your forefathers, this land will fall to you as an inheritance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/48-29.htm">Ezekiel 48:29</a></span><br />This is the land you are to allot as an inheritance to the tribes of Israel, and these will be their portions,” declares the Lord GOD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/3-12.htm">Deuteronomy 3:12-17</a></span><br />So at that time we took possession of this land. To the Reubenites and Gadites I gave the land beyond Aroer along the Arnon Valley, and half the hill country of Gilead, along with its cities. / To the half-tribe of Manasseh I gave the rest of Gilead and all of Bashan, the kingdom of Og. (The entire region of Argob, the whole territory of Bashan, used to be called the land of the Rephaim.) / Jair, a descendant of Manasseh, took the whole region of Argob as far as the border of the Geshurites and Maacathites. He renamed Bashan after himself, Havvoth-jair, by which it is called to this day. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/19-8.htm">Deuteronomy 19:8-9</a></span><br />And if the LORD your God enlarges your territory, as He swore to your fathers, and gives you all the land He promised them, / and if you carefully keep all these commandments I am giving you today, loving the LORD your God and walking in His ways at all times, then you are to add three more cities to these three.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/13-7.htm">Joshua 13:7-8</a></span><br />Now therefore divide this land as an inheritance to the nine tribes and the half-tribe of Manasseh.” / The other half of Manasseh, along with the Reubenites and Gadites, had received the inheritance Moses had given them beyond the Jordan to the east, just as Moses the servant of the LORD had assigned to them:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/21-1.htm">Joshua 21:1-3</a></span><br />Now the family heads of the Levites approached Eleazar the priest, Joshua son of Nun, and the heads of the other tribes of Israel / at Shiloh in the land of Canaan and said to them, “The LORD commanded through Moses that we be given cities in which to live, together with pasturelands for our livestock.” / So by the command of the LORD, the Israelites gave the Levites these cities and their pasturelands out of their own inheritance:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/6-54.htm">1 Chronicles 6:54-81</a></span><br />Now these were the territories assigned to the descendants of Aaron from the Kohathite clan for their settlements, because the first lot fell to them: / They were given Hebron in the land of Judah and its surrounding pasturelands. / But the fields and villages around the city were given to Caleb son of Jephunneh. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/13-19.htm">Acts 13:19</a></span><br />And having vanquished seven nations in Canaan, He gave their land to His people as an inheritance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/7-5.htm">Acts 7:5</a></span><br />He gave him no inheritance here, not even a foot of ground. But God promised to give possession of the land to Abraham and his descendants, even though he did not yet have a child.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/11-8.htm">Hebrews 11:8-10</a></span><br />By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place he would later receive as his inheritance, obeyed and went, without knowing where he was going. / By faith he dwelt in the promised land as a stranger in a foreign country. He lived in tents, as did Isaac and Jacob, who were heirs with him of the same promise. / For he was looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/11-13.htm">Hebrews 11:13-16</a></span><br />All these people died in faith, without having received the things they were promised. However, they saw them and welcomed them from afar. And they acknowledged that they were strangers and exiles on the earth. / Now those who say such things show that they are seeking a country of their own. / If they had been thinking of the country they had left, they would have had opportunity to return. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/4-13.htm">Romans 4:13</a></span><br />For the promise to Abraham and his offspring that he would be heir of the world was not given through the law, but through the righteousness that comes by faith.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/3-18.htm">Galatians 3:18</a></span><br />For if the inheritance depends on the law, then it no longer depends on a promise; but God freely granted it to Abraham through a promise.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And the prince of the tribe of the children of Ephraim, Kemuel the son of Shiphtan.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/numbers/34-23.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/numbers/34-23.htm">Children</a> <a href="/numbers/26-37.htm">Ephraim</a> <a href="/numbers/26-37.htm">E'phraim</a> <a href="/numbers/34-23.htm">Joseph</a> <a href="/genesis/22-21.htm">Kemuel</a> <a href="/genesis/22-21.htm">Kemu'el</a> <a href="/numbers/34-23.htm">Leader</a> <a href="/numbers/34-23.htm">Prince</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/numbers/34-25.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/numbers/34-25.htm">Children</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/33-17.htm">Ephraim</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/34-2.htm">E'phraim</a> <a href="/numbers/36-1.htm">Joseph</a> <a href="/1_chronicles/27-17.htm">Kemuel</a> <a href="/genesis/22-21.htm">Kemu'el</a> <a href="/numbers/34-25.htm">Leader</a> <a href="/numbers/34-25.htm">Prince</a><div class="vheading2">Numbers 34</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/34-1.htm">The borders of the land</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/34-16.htm">The names of the men who shall divide the land</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/numbers/34.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/numbers/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/numbers/34.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Kemuel son of Shiphtan</b><br>Kemuel is mentioned here as a representative leader from the tribe of Ephraim. The name Kemuel means "God has raised" or "God's helper," which reflects the theocratic nature of Israelite society where leaders were often seen as divinely appointed. Shiphtan, his father, is not mentioned elsewhere in the Bible, indicating that he may not have been a prominent figure outside of this context. The naming of individuals in genealogies and leadership roles underscores the importance of lineage and heritage in Israelite culture, where family ties often determined one's role and status within the community.<p><b>a leader from the tribe of Ephraim</b><br>Ephraim was one of the two sons of Joseph, and the tribe of Ephraim became one of the most prominent tribes in Israel. The tribe held significant influence, often representing the northern kingdom of Israel in later biblical history. Ephraim's central location in the land of Canaan made it a key player in the political and military affairs of the nation. The mention of a leader from Ephraim in this context highlights the tribe's importance in the division and allocation of the Promised Land. This allocation was a fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and it was crucial for maintaining the tribal identities and inheritances as outlined in earlier scriptures. The leadership role of Ephraim also foreshadows its future prominence, as seen in prophecies and narratives throughout the Old Testament, where Ephraim often symbolizes the northern tribes of Israel.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/k/kemuel.htm">Kemuel</a></b><br>A leader from the tribe of Ephraim, chosen to help divide the land of Canaan among the Israelites. His name means "God has raised" or "God's assembly," indicating a divine appointment for his role.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/tribe_of_ephraim.htm">Tribe of Ephraim</a></b><br>One of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Joseph's son Ephraim. This tribe held a significant position among the tribes, often associated with leadership and strength.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/shiphtan.htm">Shiphtan</a></b><br>The father of Kemuel, mentioned here to establish lineage and authority. His name means "judge" or "one who decides," which may reflect the role of his family in leadership.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/d/division_of_canaan.htm">Division of Canaan</a></b><br>The event where the Promised Land was apportioned among the tribes of Israel. This was a significant moment in Israel's history, fulfilling God's promise to Abraham.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/p/promised_land.htm">Promised Land</a></b><br>The land of Canaan, promised by God to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It symbolizes God's faithfulness and the fulfillment of His covenant.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/d/divine_appointment.htm">Divine Appointment</a></b><br>God appoints leaders for specific tasks. Just as Kemuel was chosen for a significant role, we should seek to understand and fulfill the roles God has for us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_leadership.htm">Faithfulness in Leadership</a></b><br>Leaders like Kemuel were tasked with important responsibilities. In our own lives, we should strive to be faithful and diligent in the roles we are given.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/heritage_and_legacy.htm">Heritage and Legacy</a></b><br>The mention of Shiphtan reminds us of the importance of our spiritual heritage. We should honor and build upon the legacy of faith passed down to us.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_promises_fulfilled.htm">God's Promises Fulfilled</a></b><br>The division of the land is a testament to God's faithfulness. We can trust that God will fulfill His promises in our lives as well.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/unity_in_diversity.htm">Unity in Diversity</a></b><br>The division of the land required cooperation among diverse tribes. In the body of Christ, we should work together, valuing each member's unique contribution.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_numbers_34.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Numbers 34</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/genesis_48__ephraim_manasseh_tribal_fit.htm">Genesis 48 - How does the inclusion of Ephraim and Manasseh as tribes align with the tribal lists elsewhere in the Bible, and does it create any contradictions?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_levites'_lands_align_biblically.htm">In Joshua 14:3-4, how does the Levites' lack of a territorial inheritance align with other biblical passages that mention Levitical cities and lands?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/evidence_for_ephraim's_claims.htm">1 Chronicles 7:20-29 - Are there historical or archaeological records supporting Ephraim's vast numbers and territorial claims listed here?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_num_36_6-9_align_with_past_inter-tribal_marriages.htm">How does Numbers 36:6-9 align with earlier accounts of inter-tribal marriages that appear unregulated or unrestricted?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/numbers/34-24.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Kemuel</span><br /><span class="heb">קְמוּאֵ֖ל</span> <span class="translit">(qə·mū·’êl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7055.htm">Strong's 7055: </a> </span><span class="str2">Kemuel -- a relative of Abraham, also two Israelites</span><br /><br /><span class="word">son</span><br /><span class="heb">בְנֵֽי־</span> <span class="translit">(ḇə·nê-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Shiphtan,</span><br /><span class="heb">שִׁפְטָֽן׃</span> <span class="translit">(šip̄·ṭān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8204.htm">Strong's 8204: </a> </span><span class="str2">Shiphtan -- 'judgment', a prince of Ephraim</span><br /><br /><span class="word">a leader</span><br /><span class="heb">נָשִׂ֑יא</span> <span class="translit">(nā·śî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5387.htm">Strong's 5387: </a> </span><span class="str2">An exalted one, a king, sheik, a rising mist</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from the tribe</span><br /><span class="heb">וּלְמַטֵּ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(ū·lə·maṭ·ṭêh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4294.htm">Strong's 4294: </a> </span><span class="str2">A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribe</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of Ephraim [son of Joseph];</span><br /><span class="heb">בֶּן־</span> <span class="translit">(ben-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/numbers/34-24.htm">Numbers 34:24 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/numbers/34-24.htm">Numbers 34:24 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/numbers/34-24.htm">Numbers 34:24 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/numbers/34-24.htm">Numbers 34:24 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/numbers/34-24.htm">Numbers 34:24 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/numbers/34-24.htm">Numbers 34:24 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/numbers/34-24.htm">Numbers 34:24 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/numbers/34-24.htm">Numbers 34:24 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/numbers/34-24.htm">Numbers 34:24 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/numbers/34-24.htm">Numbers 34:24 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/numbers/34-24.htm">OT Law: Numbers 34:24 Of the tribe of the children (Nu Num.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/numbers/34-23.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Numbers 34:23"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Numbers 34:23" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/numbers/34-25.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Numbers 34:25"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Numbers 34:25" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>