On the eighth day Gamaliel son of Pedahzur, the leader of the Manassites, drew near.
Parallel translations
- WEB On the eighth day Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur, prince of the children of Manasseh
- KJV On the eighth day offered Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur, prince of the children of Manasseh:
- ESV On the eighth day Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur, the chief of the people of Manasseh:
- NKJV On the eighth day Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur, leader of the children of Manasseh, presented an offering.
- NASB On the eighth day it was Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur, leader of the sons of Manasseh;
- NLT On the eighth day Gamaliel son of Pedahzur, leader of the tribe of Manasseh, presented his offering.
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Quick answer
On day eight Gamaliel, leader of Manasseh, presents his offering. The orderly procession continues.
Overview
Gamaliel son of Pedahzur led Manasseh, the other half of Joseph's house (Numbers 1:10). His turn on the eighth day keeps the structured dedication moving. Each prince's prominence models leaders guiding their people in devotion to the LORD.
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