Numbers 2:14
New International Version
The tribe of Gad will be next. The leader of the people of Gad is Eliasaph son of Deuel.

New Living Translation
Gad Eliasaph son of Deuel 45,650

English Standard Version
Then the tribe of Gad, the chief of the people of Gad being Eliasaph the son of Reuel,

Berean Standard Bible
Next will be the tribe of Gad. The leader of the Gadites is Eliasaph son of Deuel,

King James Bible
Then the tribe of Gad: and the captain of the sons of Gad shall be Eliasaph the son of Reuel.

New King James Version
“Then comes the tribe of Gad, and the leader of the children of Gad shall be Eliasaph the son of Reuel.”

New American Standard Bible
Then follows the tribe of Gad; and the leader of the sons of Gad: Eliasaph the son of Deuel,

NASB 1995
“Then comes the tribe of Gad, and the leader of the sons of Gad: Eliasaph the son of Deuel,

NASB 1977
“Then comes the tribe of Gad, and the leader of the sons of Gad: Eliasaph the son of Deuel,

Legacy Standard Bible
Then the tribe of Gad, and the leader of the sons of Gad: Eliasaph the son of Deuel,

Amplified Bible
Then [completing the south side] the tribe of Gad; and Eliasaph the son of Reuel (Deuel) shall lead the sons of Gad,

Christian Standard Bible
The tribe of Gad will be next. The leader of the Gadites is Eliasaph son of Deuel.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The tribe of Gad will be next. The leader of the Gadites is Eliasaph son of Deuel.

American Standard Version
And the tribe of Gad: and the prince of the children of Gad shall be Eliasaph the son of Reuel.

English Revised Version
and the tribe of Gad: and the prince of the children of Gad shall be Eliasaph the son of Reuel.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"Then [will be] the tribe of [Gad]. The leader for the people of Gad is Eliasaph, son of Deuel.

International Standard Version
"Next is to be the tribe of Gad. The leader of Gad is to be Deuel's son Eliasaph.

Majority Standard Bible
Next will be the tribe of Gad. The leader of the Gadites is Eliasaph son of Deuel,

NET Bible
Next will be the tribe of Gad. The leader of the people of Gad is Eliasaph son of Deuel.

New Heart English Bible
"The tribe of Gad: and the prince of the people of Gad shall be Eliasaph the son of Reuel.

Webster's Bible Translation
Then the tribe of Gad: and the captain of the sons of Gad shall be Eliasaph the son of Reuel.

World English Bible
“The tribe of Gad: the prince of the children of Gad shall be Eliasaph the son of Reuel.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the tribe of Gad [is with him]; and the prince of the sons of Gad [is] Eliasaph son of Reuel;

Young's Literal Translation
And the tribe of Gad; and the prince of the sons of Gad is Eliasaph son of Reuel;

Smith's Literal Translation
And the tribe of Gad: and the chief for the sons of Gad, Eliasaph, son of Reuel.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
In the tribe of Gad the prince was Eliasaph the son of Duel.

Catholic Public Domain Version
In the tribe of Gad, the leader was Eliasaph the son of Reuel.

New American Bible
Next is the tribe of Gad. The leader of the Gadites is Eliasaph, son of Reuel,

New Revised Standard Version
Then the tribe of Gad: The leader of the Gadites shall be Eliasaph son of Reuel,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Then shall encamp the tribe of Gad; and the chief of the sons of Gad shall be Eliasaph the son of Reuel.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the rod of Gad and the Ruler of the sons of Gad: Eliasaph son of Rawayel.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and the tribe of Gad; the prince of the children of Gad being Eliasaph the son of Reuel,

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And they that encamp next to them shall be the tribe of Gad; and the prince of the sons of Gad, Elisaph the son of Raguel.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Order of the Camps
13and his division numbers 59,300. 14Next will be the tribe of Gad. The leader of the Gadites is Eliasaph son of Deuel, 15and his division numbers 45,650.…

Cross References
Numbers 1:12
from Dan, Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai;

Numbers 10:18
Then the divisions of the camp of Reuben set out under their standard, with Elizur son of Shedeur in command.

Numbers 26:29-34
These were the descendants of Manasseh: The Machirite clan from Machir, the father of Gilead, and the Gileadite clan from Gilead. / These were the descendants of Gilead: the Iezerite clan from Iezer, the Helekite clan from Helek, / the Asrielite clan from Asriel, the Shechemite clan from Shechem, ...

Genesis 41:51
Joseph named the firstborn Manasseh, saying, “God has made me forget all my hardship and all my father’s household.”

Genesis 48:19
But his father refused. “I know, my son, I know!” he said. “He too shall become a people, and he too shall be great; nevertheless, his younger brother shall be greater than he, and his offspring shall become a multitude of nations.”

Joshua 17:1-2
Now this was the allotment for the tribe of Manasseh as Joseph’s firstborn son, namely for Machir the firstborn of Manasseh and father of the Gileadites, who had received Gilead and Bashan because Machir was a man of war. / So this allotment was for the rest of the descendants of Manasseh—the clans of Abiezer, Helek, Asriel, Shechem, Hepher, and Shemida. These are the other male descendants of the clans of Manasseh son of Joseph.

1 Chronicles 7:14-19
The descendants of Manasseh: Asriel through his Aramean concubine. She also gave birth to Machir the father of Gilead. / Machir took a wife from among the Huppites and Shuppites. The name of his sister was Maacah. Another descendant was named Zelophehad, who had only daughters. / Machir’s wife Maacah gave birth to a son, and she named him Peresh. His brother was named Sheresh, and his sons were Ulam and Rekem. ...

1 Chronicles 5:23-26
Now the people of the half-tribe of Manasseh were numerous. They settled in the land from Bashan to Baal-hermon (that is, Senir, also known as Mount Hermon). / These were the heads of their families: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. They were mighty men of valor, famous men, and heads of their families. / But they were unfaithful to the God of their fathers, and they prostituted themselves with the gods of the peoples of the land, whom God had destroyed before them. ...

Deuteronomy 33:17
His majesty is like a firstborn bull, and his horns are like those of a wild ox. With them he will gore the nations, even to the ends of the earth. Such are the myriads of Ephraim, and such are the thousands of Manasseh.”

Judges 6:15
“Please, my Lord,” Gideon replied, “how can I save Israel? Indeed, my clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the youngest in my father’s house.”

1 Kings 4:12
Baana son of Ahilud in Taanach, in Megiddo, and in all of Beth-shean next to Zarethan below Jezreel, from Beth-shean to Abel-meholah and on past Jokmeam;

Isaiah 9:1
Nevertheless, there will be no more gloom for those in distress. In the past He humbled the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali, but in the future He will honor the Way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the nations:

Ezekiel 48:4
Manasseh will have one portion bordering the territory of Naphtali from east to west.

Revelation 7:6
from the tribe of Asher 12,000, from the tribe of Naphtali 12,000, from the tribe of Manasseh 12,000,

Acts 7:14
Then Joseph sent for his father Jacob and all his relatives, seventy-five in all.


Treasury of Scripture

Then the tribe of Gad: and the captain of the sons of Gad shall be Eliasaph the son of Reuel.

Eliasaph.

Numbers 1:14
Of Gad; Eliasaph the son of Deuel.

Numbers 7:42,47
On the sixth day Eliasaph the son of Deuel, prince of the children of Gad, offered: …

Numbers 10:20
And over the host of the tribe of the children of Gad was Eliasaph the son of Deuel.

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Numbers 2
1. The order of the tribes in their tents.














Next will be the tribe of Gad.
The tribe of Gad was one of the twelve tribes of Israel, named after Gad, the seventh son of Jacob and Zilpah, Leah's maidservant. Gad's name means "fortune" or "troop," reflecting the tribe's reputation for being fierce warriors. In the context of Numbers 2, the Israelites are organized for their journey through the wilderness, with each tribe assigned a specific position around the Tabernacle. Gad's position in the camp was on the south side, alongside Reuben and Simeon, forming part of the second division of the camp. This arrangement highlights the importance of order and structure in the Israelite community, as well as the strategic placement of tribes for protection and movement.

The leader of the Gadites is Eliasaph son of Deuel,
Eliasaph, meaning "God has added," was chosen as the leader of the tribe of Gad during the wilderness period. His father, Deuel, is sometimes referred to as Reuel in other biblical passages, which may indicate a variation in the name or a scribal difference. The role of a tribal leader was significant, as they were responsible for representing their tribe, making decisions, and ensuring the welfare of their people. This leadership structure reflects the patriarchal society of ancient Israel, where lineage and family ties were crucial. The mention of Eliasaph as the leader underscores the continuity of God's promise to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, as the tribes are led by descendants of the patriarchs.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Tribe of Gad
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, descended from Gad, the seventh son of Jacob and Zilpah, Leah's maidservant. The tribe is known for its warriors and settled on the east side of the Jordan River.

2. Eliasaph
The leader of the tribe of Gad during the wilderness journey. His name means "God has added" or "God increases," reflecting a divine blessing or increase.

3. Deuel
The father of Eliasaph. His name means "knowledge of God," indicating a heritage of spiritual insight or understanding.

4. Israelite Camp Arrangement
Numbers 2 describes the arrangement of the Israelite camp during their wilderness journey. Each tribe had a specific position around the Tabernacle, symbolizing order and unity under God's guidance.

5. Wilderness Journey
The period when the Israelites traveled from Egypt to the Promised Land, learning to trust and obey God.
Teaching Points
God's Order and Structure
The arrangement of the tribes around the Tabernacle shows God's desire for order and structure in our lives. We should seek to align our lives according to His divine plan.

Leadership and Responsibility
Eliasaph's role as a leader reminds us of the importance of godly leadership. Leaders should seek God's wisdom and guidance, as their decisions impact the community.

Heritage and Identity
The names and lineage in this passage highlight the importance of spiritual heritage. We should value and pass on our faith and values to future generations.

Preparedness for Battle
The tribe of Gad's readiness for battle serves as a metaphor for spiritual readiness. We must be prepared to face spiritual battles with faith and courage.Verse 14. - Reuel. Probably an error of transcription for Deuel, which actually appears here in many MSS. The Septuagint, however, has Raguel (see Numbers 1:14; Numbers 7:42, etc.). The error is utterly unimportant, except as proving the possibility of errors in the sacred text.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
[Next will be] the tribe
וְמַטֵּ֖ה (wə·maṭ·ṭêh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4294: A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribe

of Gad.
גָּ֑ד (gāḏ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1410: Gad -- a son of Jacob, also his tribe and its territory, also a prophet

The leader
וְנָשִׂיא֙ (wə·nā·śî)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5387: An exalted one, a king, sheik, a rising mist

of the Gadites
לִבְנֵ֣י (liḇ·nê)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

is Eliasaph
אֶלְיָסָ֖ף (’el·yā·sāp̄)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 460: Eliasaph -- 'God has added', two Israelites

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Deuel,
רְעוּאֵֽל׃ (rə·‘ū·’êl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7467: Reuel -- 'friend of God', Moses' father-in-law, also an Edomite, a Gadite, and a Benjamite


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