Then they turned and left, and put the children, the livestock, and the valuables in front of them.
Parallel translations
- WEB So they turned and departed, and put the little ones, the livestock, and the goods before them.
- KJV So they turned and departed, and put the little ones and the cattle and the carriage before them.
- BSB Putting their small children, their livestock, and their possessions in front of them, they turned and departed.
- NKJV Then they turned and departed, and put the little ones, the livestock, and the goods in front of them.
- NLT They turned and started on their way again, placing their children, livestock, and possessions in front of them.
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Quick answer
The Danites resume their march, placing their children, livestock, and goods in front for safety. They organize the migrating tribe for the journey ahead.
Overview
Arranging the vulnerable in front guarded against pursuit from behind. The detail shows a whole community on the move, not merely a raiding party. Yet they carry stolen idols with them, taking their corruption into their new home.
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