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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/numbers/7.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/7.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, the leader of the people of Naphtali, brought his offering.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/numbers/7.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, leader of the tribe of Naphtali, presented his offering.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/numbers/7.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, the chief of the people of Naphtali:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/numbers/7.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, the leader of the Naphtalites, drew near.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/numbers/7.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali, <i>offered</i>:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/numbers/7.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, leader of the children of Naphtali, <i>presented an offering.</i><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/numbers/7.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />On the twelfth day <i>it was</i> Ahira the son of Enan, leader of the sons of Naphtali;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/numbers/7.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />On the twelfth day it was Ahira the son of Enan, leader of the sons of Naphtali;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/numbers/7.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />On the twelfth day <i>it was</i> Ahira the son of Enan, leader of the sons of Naphtali;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/numbers/7.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />On the twelfth day <i>it was</i> Ahira the son of Enan, leader of the sons of Naphtali;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/numbers/7.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />On the twelfth day [it was] Ahira the son of Enan, leader [of the tribe] of the sons of Naphtali [who presented his offering];<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/numbers/7.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, leader of the Naphtalites, presented an offering.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/numbers/7.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, leader of the Naphtalites, presented an offering.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/numbers/7.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/numbers/7.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/numbers/7.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />On the twelfth day the leader of the descendants of [Naphtali], Ahira, son of Enan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/numbers/7.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />On the twelfth day, Enan's son Ahira, leader of the descendants of Naphtali, presented <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/numbers/7.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, the leader of the Naphtalites, drew near.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/numbers/7.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, leader of the Naphtalites, presented an offering.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/numbers/7.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the people of Naphtali<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/numbers/7.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali, offered:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/numbers/7.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali, <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/numbers/7.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />On the twelfth day, Ahira son of Enan, prince of the sons of Naphtali—<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/numbers/7.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> On the twelfth day, the prince of the sons of Naphtali, Ahira son of Enan; -- <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/numbers/7.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />In the twelfth day, the chief of the sons of Naphtali, Ahira, son of Enan:<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/numbers/7.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The twelfth day the prince of the sons of Nephtali, Ahira the son of Enan, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/numbers/7.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />On the twelfth day, the leader of the sons of Naphtali, Ahira the son of Enan,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/numbers/7.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />On the twelfth day it was the turn of the tribal leader of the Naphtalites, Ahira, son of Enan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/numbers/7.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, the leader of the Naphtalites:<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/numbers/7.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahida the son of Enan, prince of the tribe of Naphtali, offered.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/numbers/7.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And in the twelfth day, the Head of the tribe of Naphtali, Akhida son of Ainan, came.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/numbers/7.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/numbers/7.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />On the twelfth day the prince of the sons of Nephthali, Achire the son of Aenan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/numbers/7-78.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=2643" 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/7.htm">Offerings of Dedication</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">77</span>and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Pagiel son of Ocran. <span class="reftext">78</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8147.htm" title="8147: šə·nêm (Number-md) -- Two (a card. number). Dual of sheniy; feminine shttayim; two; also twofold.">On the twelfth</a> <a href="/hebrew/6240.htm" title="6240: ‘ā·śār (Number-ms) -- Ten. For eser; ten, i.e. -teen; also -teenth."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3117.htm" title="3117: yō·wm (N-ms) -- Day. From an unused root meaning to be hot; a day, whether literal, or figurative."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3117.htm" title="3117: bə·yō·wm (Prep-b:: N-msc) -- Day. From an unused root meaning to be hot; a day, whether literal, or figurative.">day</a> <a href="/hebrew/299.htm" title="299: ’ă·ḥî·ra‘ (N-proper-ms) -- My brother is evil, a leader of Naphtali. From 'ach and ra'; brother of wrong; Achira, an Israelite.">Ahira</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: liḇ·nê (Prep-l:: N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">son</a> <a href="/hebrew/5881.htm" title="5881: ‘ê·nān (N-proper-ms) -- Having fountains, a man of Naphtali. From ayin; having eyes; Enan, an Israelite.">of Enan,</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.">the leader</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: ben- (N-msc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">of the Naphtalites, drew near.</a> <a href="/hebrew/5321.htm" title="5321: nap̄·tā·lî (N-proper-ms) -- From pathal; my wrestling; Naphtali, a son of Jacob, with the tribe descended from him, and its territory."></a> </span><span class="reftext">79</span>His offering was one silver platter weighing a hundred and thirty shekels, and one silver bowl weighing seventy shekels, both according to the sanctuary shekel and filled with fine flour mixed with oil for a grain offering;…<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="/exodus/40-29.htm">Exodus 40:29</a></span><br />He placed the altar of burnt offering near the entrance to the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting, and offered on it the burnt offering and the grain offering, just as the LORD had commanded him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/leviticus/9-15.htm">Leviticus 9:15</a></span><br />Aaron then presented the people’s offering. He took the male goat for the people’s sin offering, slaughtered it, and offered it for sin like the first one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/8-63.htm">1 Kings 8:63</a></span><br />And Solomon offered as peace offerings to the LORD 22,000 oxen and 120,000 sheep. So the king and all the Israelites dedicated the house of the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/7-5.htm">2 Chronicles 7:5</a></span><br />And King Solomon offered a sacrifice of 22,000 oxen and 120,000 sheep. So the king and all the people dedicated the house of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezra/6-17.htm">Ezra 6:17</a></span><br />For the dedication of the house of God they offered a hundred bulls, two hundred rams, four hundred lambs, and a sin offering for all Israel of twelve male goats, one for each tribe of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/12-43.htm">Nehemiah 12:43</a></span><br />On that day they offered great sacrifices, rejoicing because God had given them great joy. The women and children also rejoiced, so that the joy of Jerusalem was heard from afar.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/66-13.htm">Psalm 66:13-15</a></span><br />I will enter Your house with burnt offerings; I will fulfill my vows to You— / the vows that my lips promised and my mouth spoke in my distress. / I will offer You fatlings as burnt offerings, with the fragrant smoke of rams; I will offer bulls and goats. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/56-7.htm">Isaiah 56:7</a></span><br />I will bring them to My holy mountain and make them joyful in My house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be accepted on My altar, for My house will be called a house of prayer for all the nations.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/33-11.htm">Jeremiah 33:11</a></span><br />the sounds of joy and gladness, the voices of the bride and bridegroom, and the voices of those bringing thank offerings into the house of the LORD, saying: ‘Give thanks to the LORD of Hosts, for the LORD is good; His loving devotion endures forever.’ For I will restore the land from captivity as in former times, says the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/43-27.htm">Ezekiel 43:27</a></span><br />At the end of these days, from the eighth day on, the priests are to present your burnt offerings and peace offerings on the altar. Then I will accept you, declares the Lord GOD.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-23.htm">Matthew 5:23-24</a></span><br />So if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, / leave your gift there before the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/8-4.htm">Matthew 8:4</a></span><br />Then Jesus instructed him, “See that you don’t tell anyone. But go, show yourself to the priest and offer the gift prescribed by Moses, as a testimony to them.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/12-33.htm">Mark 12:33</a></span><br />and to love Him with all your heart and with all your understanding and with all your strength, and to love your neighbor as yourself. This is more important than all burnt offerings and sacrifices.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/2-24.htm">Luke 2:24</a></span><br />and to offer the sacrifice specified in the Law of the Lord: “A pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/5-14.htm">Luke 5:14</a></span><br />“Do not tell anyone,” Jesus instructed him. “But go, show yourself to the priest and present the offering Moses prescribed for your cleansing, as a testimony to them.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali, offered:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/numbers/1-15.htm">Numbers 1:15</a></b></br> Of Naphtali; Ahira the son of Enan.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/numbers/2-29.htm">Numbers 2:29</a></b></br> Then the tribe of Naphtali: and the captain of the children of Naphtali <i>shall be</i> Ahira the son of Enan.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/numbers/2-29.htm">Ahira</a> <a href="/numbers/2-29.htm">Ahi'ra</a> <a href="/numbers/7-72.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/numbers/7-72.htm">Children</a> <a href="/numbers/2-29.htm">Enan</a> <a href="/numbers/7-72.htm">Leader</a> <a href="/numbers/2-29.htm">Naphtali</a> <a href="/numbers/2-29.htm">Naph'tali</a> <a href="/numbers/7-72.htm">Offered</a> <a href="/numbers/7-77.htm">Offering</a> <a href="/numbers/7-72.htm">Prince</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/numbers/7-83.htm">Ahira</a> <a href="/numbers/7-83.htm">Ahi'ra</a> <a href="/numbers/16-13.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/numbers/8-6.htm">Children</a> <a href="/numbers/7-83.htm">Enan</a> <a href="/numbers/13-2.htm">Leader</a> <a href="/numbers/10-27.htm">Naphtali</a> <a href="/numbers/10-27.htm">Naph'tali</a> <a href="/numbers/8-12.htm">Offered</a> <a href="/numbers/7-79.htm">Offering</a> <a href="/numbers/13-2.htm">Prince</a><div class="vheading2">Numbers 7</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/7-1.htm">The offering of the princes at the dedication of the tabernacle</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/7-10.htm">Their several offerings at the dedication of the altar</a></span><br><span class="reftext">89. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/7-89.htm">God speaks to Moses from the mercy seat</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/7.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/7.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>On the twelfth day</b><br>The twelfth day marks the final day of the offerings brought by the leaders of the tribes of Israel for the dedication of the altar. This sequence of events follows the consecration of the Tabernacle, which was completed on the first day of the first month of the second year after the Israelites left Egypt. The number twelve is significant in biblical numerology, often representing completeness or the people of God, as seen in the twelve tribes of Israel and the twelve apostles in the New Testament.<p><b>Ahira son of Enan</b><br>Ahira is identified as the leader of the tribe of Naphtali. His name means "brother of evil" or "my brother is friend," which may reflect the dual nature of human relationships or the potential for both good and evil within a community. The mention of his father, Enan, helps to establish his lineage and authority within the tribe. In biblical genealogies, the naming of a father often serves to legitimize the leader's position and connect him to the broader narrative of Israel's history.<p><b>the leader of the Naphtalites</b><br>The tribe of Naphtali was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Naphtali, the sixth son of Jacob and the second son of Bilhah, Rachel's maidservant. The Naphtalites were known for their swiftness and agility, as reflected in Jacob's blessing in <a href="/genesis/49-21.htm">Genesis 49:21</a>, which describes Naphtali as "a doe set free that bears beautiful fawns." This tribe settled in the northern part of the Promised Land, an area known for its fertile land and strategic location. The leadership of Ahira signifies the organized structure and governance among the tribes during their wilderness journey.<p><b>drew near</b><br>The act of drawing near is significant in the context of worship and offering. It implies a deliberate approach to God, acknowledging His holiness and the need for reverence. In the broader biblical narrative, drawing near to God is often associated with seeking His presence, as seen in <a href="/james/4-8.htm">James 4:8</a>, "Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you." This phrase underscores the importance of intentionality in worship and the relationship between God and His people.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/a/ahira_son_of_enan.htm">Ahira son of Enan</a></b><br>Ahira is the leader of the tribe of Naphtali, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. His name means "brother of evil" or "my brother is evil," which may reflect the challenges or characteristics of his tribe.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/tribe_of_naphtali.htm">Tribe of Naphtali</a></b><br>This is one of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Naphtali, the sixth son of Jacob and Bilhah. The tribe is known for its warriors and is often associated with the northern region of Israel.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/o/offerings_at_the_tabernacle.htm">Offerings at the Tabernacle</a></b><br>The event described in <a href="/numbers/7-78.htm">Numbers 7:78</a> is part of the dedication of the altar, where each tribal leader presents offerings. This is a significant event in the history of Israel as it marks the consecration of the tabernacle and the beginning of its use for worship.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_dedication.htm">The Importance of Dedication</a></b><br>The dedication of the altar signifies the importance of setting apart sacred spaces and times for worship. In our lives, we should dedicate time and resources to God, recognizing His sovereignty and grace.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/unity_in_worship.htm">Unity in Worship</a></b><br>Each tribe brought offerings, symbolizing unity among the people of Israel. In the church today, unity in worship and purpose is essential for a strong community of believers.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/generosity_and_sacrifice.htm">Generosity and Sacrifice</a></b><br>The leaders' offerings were generous and costly, reflecting their commitment to God. We are called to be generous in our giving, whether it be time, talents, or resources, as an act of worship and obedience.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/leadership_and_responsibility.htm">Leadership and Responsibility</a></b><br>Ahira, as a leader, had the responsibility to represent his tribe before God. Christian leaders today are called to lead with integrity and faithfulness, guiding others in their spiritual journey.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_numbers_7.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Numbers 7</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_joshua_lead_the_israelites.htm">How did Joshua lead the Israelites into the Promised Land?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bethel_and_ai_children_count.htm">How many were the children of Bethel and Ai? Two hundred and twenty-three (Ezra 2:28) One hundred and twenty-three (Nehemiah 7:32)</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_judges_7_contradict_1_chron_21.htm">Why does Judges 7 seemingly contradict other biblical passages that emphasize the need for adequate numbers in battle (e.g., 1 Chronicles 21:1-5)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_was_moses_barred_from_canaan.htm">Why couldn't Moses enter the Promised Land?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/numbers/7-78.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">On the twelfth</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׁנֵ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(šə·nêm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Number - md<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8147.htm">Strong's 8147: </a> </span><span class="str2">Two (a cardinal number)</span><br /><br /><span class="word">day</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּיוֹם֙</span> <span class="translit">(bə·yō·wm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3117.htm">Strong's 3117: </a> </span><span class="str2">A day</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Ahira</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲחִירַ֖ע</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·ḥî·ra‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_299.htm">Strong's 299: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ahira -- 'my brother is evil', a leader of Naphtali</span><br /><br /><span class="word">son</span><br /><span class="heb">לִבְנֵ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(liḇ·nê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | 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 Enan,</span><br /><span class="heb">עֵינָֽן׃</span> <span class="translit">(‘ê·nān)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5881.htm">Strong's 5881: </a> </span><span class="str2">Enan -- 'having fountains', a man of Naphtali</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the leader</span><br /><span class="heb">נָשִׂ֖יא</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">of the Naphtalites,</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 /><br /><span class="word">[drew near].</span><br /><span class="heb">נַפְתָּלִ֑י</span> <span class="translit">(nap̄·tā·lî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5321.htm">Strong's 5321: </a> </span><span class="str2">Naphtali -- a son of Jacob, also his descendants and the district settled by them</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/numbers/7-78.htm">Numbers 7:78 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/numbers/7-78.htm">Numbers 7:78 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/numbers/7-78.htm">Numbers 7:78 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/numbers/7-78.htm">Numbers 7:78 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/numbers/7-78.htm">Numbers 7:78 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/numbers/7-78.htm">Numbers 7:78 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/numbers/7-78.htm">Numbers 7:78 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/numbers/7-78.htm">Numbers 7:78 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/numbers/7-78.htm">Numbers 7:78 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/numbers/7-78.htm">Numbers 7:78 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/numbers/7-78.htm">OT Law: Numbers 7:78 On the twelfth day Ahira the son (Nu Num.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/numbers/7-77.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Numbers 7:77"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Numbers 7:77" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/numbers/7-79.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Numbers 7:79"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Numbers 7:79" /></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>