Numbers 26:50
Numbers 26:50 Meaning and Explanation
“These are the families of Naphtali according to their families: and they that were numbered of them were forty and five thousand and four hundred.”
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Read Full Chapter →Naphtali's total is 45,400 men, showing modest decline from the first census.
The Context of Numbers 26:50
Naphtali's census total shows a modest population decrease from Sinai.
What Does Numbers 26:50 Mean?
Naphtali had numbered 53,400 at Sinai; the count of 45,400 represents a decline of about 15%. Despite the decrease, Naphtali remained a substantial tribe with significant territorial holdings in northern Canaan.
Naphtali's strength in the conquest and settlement period positioned it to help secure Israel's northern borders.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 26:50
What does Numbers 26:50 mean?
Naphtali's total is 45,400 men, showing modest decline from the first census.
What is the context of Numbers 26:50?
Naphtali's census total shows a modest population decrease from Sinai.