From the tribe of Simeon, there were 7,100 brave warriors.
Parallel translations
- WEB Of the children of Simeon, mighty men of valor for the war, seven thousand one hundred.
- KJV Of the children of Simeon, mighty men of valour for the war, seven thousand and one hundred.
- BSB From Simeon: 7,100 mighty men of valor, ready for battle.
- NKJV of the sons of Simeon, mighty men of valor fit for war, seven thousand one hundred;
- NASB From the sons of Simeon, valiant mighty men of war, 7,100.
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Simeon contributed 7,100 mighty men of valor. Their inclusion shows the southern tribes joining David's cause.
Overview
Simeon's territory lay within Judah's borders, so their support naturally accompanied Judah's. The Chronicler's emphasis on 'mighty men of valor' celebrates the strength and courage God supplied to establish David's throne. Each tribe's contribution builds the picture of a whole nation uniting under God's anointed king.
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