Numbers 2:21
Numbers 2:21 Meaning and Explanation
“And his host, and those that were numbered of them, were thirty and two thousand and two hundred.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Manasseh's numbered population is 32,200 men.
The Context of Numbers 2:21
Census data for Manasseh in the western camp.
What Does Numbers 2:21 Mean?
Manasseh's army is even smaller than Ephraim's, reflecting historical population decline. The combined Joseph tribes total only about 72,700 warriors—less than Judah alone. Yet Manasseh, like all tribes, is fully included and organized.
These demographic variations likely trace to actual historical events—plagues, wars, migrations—that differentially affected tribes. But the text treats each tribe with equal care in recording and organizing, regardless of size.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 2:21
What does Numbers 2:21 mean?
Manasseh's numbered population is 32,200 men.
What is the context of Numbers 2:21?
Census data for Manasseh in the western camp.