His division, and those who were counted of them, were sixty-two thousand seven hundred.
Parallel translations
- KJV And his host, and those that were numbered of them, were threescore and two thousand and seven hundred.
- BSB and his division numbers 62,700.
- NKJV And his army was numbered at sixty-two thousand seven hundred.
- NASB and his army, their numbered men: 62,700.
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Quick answer
Dan's army numbered 62,700, the second largest tribe. Its size made it a fitting leader for the rear division.
Overview
This records the substantial count of Dan's fighting men. As the second most numerous tribe after Judah, Dan was well suited to lead the rear guard that protected the camp from behind. The number again witnesses to God's blessing in multiplying His people according to His promise.
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