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The children of Reuben, and the children of Gad, and the half-tribe of Manasseh, passed over armed before the children of Israel, as Moses spoke to them:
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Faithfulness to a Promise
Commentators explain that the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and Manasseh were fulfilling a specific promise made to Moses. Having already received their land east of the Jordan, they faithfully crossed over to fight alongside their brothers, demonstrating integrity and commitment to the entire community of Israel.
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16th Century
Protestant
And the children of Reuben, etc. He mentions the expedition of the two and a half tribes, since they did not set out to engage in warfare …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And the children of Reuben, and the children of Gad, and half the tribe of Manasseh W…
Presbyterian
The priests with the ark did not stir until ordered to move. Let no one be weary of waiting while they have the tokens of God's presence with them,…
