Those that were numbered of them, even of the tribe of Dan, were threescore and two thousand and seven hundred.
Parallel translations
- WEB those who were counted of them, of the tribe of Dan, were sixty-two thousand seven hundred.
- BSB those registered to the tribe of Dan numbered 62,700.
- NKJV those who were numbered of the tribe of Dan were sixty-two thousand seven hundred.
- NASB their numbered men of the tribe of Dan were 62,700.
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Quick answer
Dan's fighting men number 62,700, the second-largest tribe. The tribe's notable strength is recorded.
Overview
Dan's large total places it second only to Judah, a striking blessing for the son of a handmaid. The number testifies to God's gracious multiplication of His people beyond human expectation. It reminds us that covenant blessing flows from God's grace, not human standing.
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