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Shemuel

Man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness

Shemuel, the son of Ammihud, appointed as the leader of the tribe of Simeon for land allotment.

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Shemuel, the son of Ammihud, was a leader of the tribe of Simeon during the time of the allotment of the Promised Land. In Num.34.20, he is designated as the representative of his tribe who would assist Eleazar the priest and Joshua in dividing the land of Canaan among the nine and a half tribes settling west of the Jordan River. This appointment highlights Shemuel's leadership role within the tribe of Simeon and his responsibility in ensuring a fair distribution of the land inheritance among his people.

Family

Father
Ammihud

Where Shemuel appears

1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H8050

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