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Of the sons of Beriah: of Heber, the family of the Heberites; of Malchiel, the family of the Malchielites.

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God's Discriminating Judgment

While this verse is a simple genealogical entry, commentator Matthew Henry draws a powerful lesson from the broader census. He notes that the census lists the ongoing lineage of Israel but also implicitly reminds readers of those who were judged, like Korah. However, Korah's children survived because they did not join their father's rebellion. This highlights a key principle: if we avoid partaking in the sins of others, we can also avoid their punishment, demonstrating God's just and discriminating judgment.

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John Gill

John Gill

On Numbers 26:45

17th Century

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(See Gill on Numbers 26:44)

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Numbers 26:1–51

17th Century

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Moses did not number the people except when God commanded him. Here, the families are registered, as well as the tribes. The total was nearly the s…