Numbers 26:13
Numbers 26:13 Meaning and Explanation
“Of Zerah, the family of the Zarhites: of Shaul, the family of the Shaulites.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Zerah and Shaul represent additional family lines within Simeon.
The Context of Numbers 26:13
Additional Simeonite families are recorded in the census.
What Does Numbers 26:13 Mean?
These families continue the subdivision of Simeon's descendants. The multiple family branches allowed each clan to maintain genealogical identity while remaining part of the larger tribe.
Such detailed genealogy served practical purposes: inheritance distribution, tribal duties, and community accountability all depended on knowing one's place in the family tree.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 26:13
What does Numbers 26:13 mean?
Zerah and Shaul represent additional family lines within Simeon.
What is the context of Numbers 26:13?
Additional Simeonite families are recorded in the census.