Numbers 26:41
Numbers 26:41 Meaning and Explanation
“These are the sons of Benjamin after their families: and they that were numbered of them were forty and five thousand and six hundred.”
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Read Full Chapter →Benjamin's total is 45,600 men, showing modest growth from the first census.
The Context of Numbers 26:41
Benjamin's census total shows moderate population growth from the initial count.
What Does Numbers 26:41 Mean?
Benjamin had numbered 35,400 at Sinai; the increase to 45,600 represents about 29% growth. This solid increase indicates Benjamin's relative stability and fertility during the wilderness period.
Despite remaining the smallest tribe in absolute numbers, Benjamin's growth positioned it for meaningful participation in the conquest and inheritance of Canaan.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 26:41
What does Numbers 26:41 mean?
Benjamin's total is 45,600 men, showing modest growth from the first census.
What is the context of Numbers 26:41?
Benjamin's census total shows moderate population growth from the initial count.