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Of Simeon: Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai.
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God Appoints Capable Leaders
The list of names, including Shelumiel of Simeon, isn't just a dry record. Commentators like Albert Barnes note that these tribal princes were 'renowned' men, likely the same capable leaders chosen earlier under divine direction. This shows that God appointed proven, respected individuals to guide each tribe, demonstrating His detailed care in organizing His people.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The princes of the tribes, selected (Numbers 1:4) under divine direction, were for the most part the same persons as those chosen a few…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Of Simeon; Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai . (See Gill on Numbers 1:5).
The people were numbered to show God's faithfulness in so increasing the seed of Jacob, so that they might be better trained for the wars and conqu…