Numbers 26:12
Numbers 26:12 Meaning and Explanation
“The sons of Simeon after their families: of Nemuel, the family of the Nemuelites: of Jamin, the family of the Jaminites: of Jachin, the family of the Jachinites:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Simeon's tribe is counted, organized by the families of Nemuel, Jamin, and Jachin.
The Context of Numbers 26:12
The census moves to Simeon's tribe and its family divisions.
What Does Numbers 26:12 Mean?
Simeon, the second son of Jacob and Leah, appears here in the census order. His descendants are organized into family units, each tracing descent through one of his sons.
The systematic listing of each family ensures equitable representation in land distribution and communal governance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 26:12
What does Numbers 26:12 mean?
Simeon's tribe is counted, organized by the families of Nemuel, Jamin, and Jachin.
What is the context of Numbers 26:12?
The census moves to Simeon's tribe and its family divisions.