Tua na lak ding mite: Judah minam sung panin Jefunneh’ tapa Kaleb ahi hi. Simeon minam panin Ammihud’ tapa Shemuel ahi hi. Benjamin minam panin Khislon’ tapa Elidad ahi hi. Dan minam panin makai khat, Jogli’ tapa Bukki ahi hi. Josef’ tapate’ sung pan: Manasseh minam-ah makai khat, Efod’ tapa Hanniel ahi hi. Efraim minam-ah makai khat, Shiftan’ tapa Kemuel ahi hi. Zebulun minam sung pan makai khat, Parnak’ tapa Elizafan ahi hi. Issakhar minam sung pan makai khat, Azzan’ tapa Paltiel ahi hi. Asher minam sung pan makai khat, Shelomi’ tapa Ahihud ahi hi. Naftali minam sung pan makai khat, Ammihud’ tapa Pedahel ahi hi.
What Does This Mean?
This verse lists Caleb, the son of Jephunneh, as the representative from the tribe of Judah. It is part of a list naming representatives from each tribe of Israel to help divide the land among the tribes. The key message is about leadership and representation.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're on a team, and your team has to pick someone to speak for all of you. In this case, Caleb was chosen to speak for the whole tribe of Judah. It's like picking a captain for a big game!
Historical Background
Numbers was written by Moses around 1446-1406 BCE. The audience was the Israelites wandering in the wilderness. The cultural setting was one where tribal identity and leadership were crucial for survival and organization.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, this verse reminds us of the importance of choosing leaders who are trustworthy and capable. For example, when picking a team leader for a project, think about who has shown reliability and wisdom, just like Caleb did.