Definition: These [are] the families of the sons of Asher according to those that were numbered of them; [who were] fifty and three thousand and four hundred.
Explanation: Okay, letβs break down this verse from Numbers 26:47. Itβs a really interesting piece of history! Here's what it means in plain language: βThese are the families of the sons of Asher according to those that were numbered of them; who were fifty and three thousand and four hundred.β Basically, this verse tells us about a very large family named Asher. "These are the families..." β This is saying there was a specific group of people called βAsherβ who were counted. "...according to those that were numbered of them..." β This means these fifty and three thousand and four hundred people were specifically identified and counted. "Who were fifty and three thousand and four hundred" - This is the crucial part! It tells us they were a huge number β fifty people plus an extra three thousand and four hundred. The context is important: This verse appears in the Book of Numbers, which describes a significant event β the division of the Israelites after the Battle of Jericho. The number of Asher's families was determined to help them determine how much land they would receive as compensation for their victory. In short, itβs telling us about a large and important family group that played a key role in a historical event. --- Do you want me to: Explain another verse? Give you some background on the story of Asher?