On the ninth day Abidan the son of Gideoni, prince of the children of Benjamin, offered:
Parallel translations
- WEB On the ninth day Abidan the son of Gideoni, prince of the children of Benjamin
- BSB On the ninth day Abidan son of Gideoni, the leader of the Benjamites, drew near.
- NKJV On the ninth day Abidan the son of Gideoni, leader of the children of Benjamin, presented an offering.
- NASB On the ninth day it was Abidan the son of Gideoni, leader of the sons of Benjamin;
- NLT On the ninth day Abidan son of Gideoni, leader of the tribe of Benjamin, presented his offering.
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Quick answer
On day nine Abidan, leader of Benjamin, presents his offering. The tribal procession continues in order.
Overview
Abidan son of Gideoni led Benjamin (Numbers 1:11), the third tribe descended from Rachel's line with Ephraim and Manasseh. His turn keeps the orderly dedication advancing. Each named prince honors his tribe while uniting all in worship of the LORD.
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