Of Judah; Nahshon the son of Amminadab.

NUMBERS 1:7KJV
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Numbers 1:7 (KJV)

What does Numbers 1:7 mean?

Numbers 1:7 identifies Nahshon, the son of Amminadab, as the representative from the tribe of Judah for the census Moses is conducting. This verse simply names the leader who will stand for Judah among the heads of Israel’s tribes.

In the setting of Numbers 1, God has instructed Moses to count all the men of Israel who are able to go to war, tribe by tribe. Each tribe is to have a leader assist in the process, and Numbers 1:7 lists Nahshon as the chosen leader for Judah. This verse is part of a longer list, showing the organization and leadership structure among the Israelites as they prepare for their journey and responsibilities.

Where else these words appear

“Nahshon” Hebrew H5177 · used in 9 verses

  • Exodus 6:23 And Aaron took him Elisheba, daughter of Amminadab, sister of Naashon, to wife; and she bare him Nadab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar.
  • Numbers 7:12 And he that offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah:
  • Ruth 4:20 And Amminadab begat Nahshon, and Nahshon begat Salmon,

“Amminadab” Hebrew H5992 · used in 12 verses

  • Exodus 6:23 And Aaron took him Elisheba, daughter of Amminadab, sister of Naashon, to wife; and she bare him Nadab, and Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar.
  • Numbers 7:17 And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Nahshon the son of Amminadab.
  • 1 Chronicles 2:10 And Ram begat Amminadab; and Amminadab begat Nahshon, prince of the children of Judah;