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De zonen van Simeon: hun lijn van geboorten - geordend naar hun families, naar het huis van hun vaderen, alleen de getelden onder hen met het aantal namen, hoofd voor hoofd, iedere man van twintig jaar oud en daarboven die in het leger uittrok -
Wat betekent dit?
This verse lists the number of men from the tribe of Simeon who were able to fight in war. It includes every male over 20 years old. The count was done to organize them for military service.
Uitgelegd voor kinderen
Imagine you're in a big family game where everyone over 10 gets to play. This verse is like the list of who gets to play from the Simeon family, but instead of a game, they were getting ready for a fight.
Historische achtergrond
The Book of Numbers was written by Moses around 1400 BC. This part is about organizing the Israelites for their journey to the Promised Land. The cultural setting emphasizes preparation for battle and counting the able-bodied men.
Toepassing voor vandaag
Today, this might apply to organizing a community service group or a sports team. Knowing who is available and capable is important for any organized effort.