Numbers 2:13
Numbers 2:13 Meaning and Explanation
“And his host, and those that were numbered of them, were fifty and nine thousand and three hundred.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Simeon's numbered population is 59,300 men.
The Context of Numbers 2:13
Census data for Simeon in the southern camp.
What Does Numbers 2:13 Mean?
Simeon's army exceeds Reuben's by about 12,800 soldiers. Although Simeon will later lose population through plague (Numbers 25:14), here it appears as a sizable tribe. The variation in tribal sizes creates a complex demographic picture.
These population figures, maintained from chapter 1, establish the baseline for later comparisons. When plagues strike or populations change, readers can measure the impact by returning to these baseline numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 2:13
What does Numbers 2:13 mean?
Simeon's numbered population is 59,300 men.
What is the context of Numbers 2:13?
Census data for Simeon in the southern camp.