Numbers 26:32
Numbers 26:32 Meaning and Explanation
“And of Shemida, the family of the Shemidaites: and of Hepher, the family of the Hepherites.”
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Read Full Chapter →Shemida and Hepher are the final major families recorded within Manasseh's line.
The Context of Numbers 26:32
Shemida and Hepher complete the recorded families of Manasseh.
What Does Numbers 26:32 Mean?
These families complete the genealogical record of Manasseh's descent through Gilead. Hepher's line is particularly notable because his descendant Zelophehad appears in the next verse with a case that impacts inheritance law.
The completeness of the genealogy prepares the reader for the legal precedent established by Zelophehad's daughters.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 26:32
What does Numbers 26:32 mean?
Shemida and Hepher are the final major families recorded within Manasseh's line.
What is the context of Numbers 26:32?
Shemida and Hepher complete the recorded families of Manasseh.