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Those who encamp next to him shall be the tribe of Simeon: and the prince of the children of Simeon shall be Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai.
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Contentment in God's Order
Matthew Henry uses the orderly arrangement of the tribes, like Simeon's specific placement, to teach a powerful lesson. He suggests that just as the Israelites found safety and beauty by accepting their assigned posts without complaint, Christians should also be content with the place God has given them. This contentment, free from envy or ambition, contributes to the strength and order of the church.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The following plan shows the general arrangement of the camp, which would vary in different places according to local needs. The area of the camp m…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And those which pitch by him [shall be] the tribe of Simeon , &c.] Under his standard, and on one side of it; Reuben…
The tribes were to encamp around the tabernacle, which was to be in the midst of them. It was a token of God's gracious presence. Yet they were to …