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God at the Center
Commentators explain that the highly organized camp, with the Tabernacle at its heart, was a physical symbol of God's presence among His people. This arrangement was not merely for logistics but to constantly remind Israel that their life and identity revolved around their relationship with God.
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Albert Barnes
On Numbers 2:3–32
18th Century
Theologian
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…
John Gill
On Numbers 2:32
17th Century
Pastor
These [are] those that were numbered of the children of
Israel by the house of their fathers
Matthew Henry
On Numbers 2:1–34
17th Century
Minister
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 …