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Thus did the children of Israel; according to all that Yahweh commanded Moses, so they encamped by their standards, and so they set forward, everyone by their families, according to their fathers` houses.

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The Beauty of Orderly Obedience

Commentators emphasize that Israel's obedience was comprehensive. They followed God's commands for their camp structure and marching order without dispute. Matthew Henry applies this by noting that when believers are content with their God-given place and role, it becomes a source of both safety and beauty for the entire community, just as it was for Israel.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Numbers 2:33–34

18th Century

Theologian

Such was the ideal form of the encampment in the wilderness: a form reproduced in the square court with which the temple was eventually surrounded,…

John Gill

John Gill

On Numbers 2:34

17th Century

Pastor

And the children of Israel did according to all that the Lord
commanded Moses
Formed th…

Matthew Henry

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 …