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◄ Numbers 2:17►
New International Version
Then the tent of meeting and the camp of the Levites will set out in the middle of the camps. They will set out in the same order as they encamp, each in their own place under their standard.

New Living Translation
“Then the Tabernacle, carried by the Levites, will set out from the middle of the camp. All the tribes are to travel in the same order that they camp, each in position under the appropriate family banner.

English Standard Version
“Then the tent of meeting shall set out, with the camp of the Levites in the midst of the camps; as they camp, so shall they set out, each in position, standard by standard.

Berean Standard Bible
In the middle of the camps, the Tent of Meeting is to travel with the camp of the Levites. They are to set out in the order they encamped, each in his own place under his standard.

King James Bible
Then the tabernacle of the congregation shall set forward with the camp of the Levites in the midst of the camp: as they encamp, so shall they set forward, every man in his place by their standards.

New King James Version
“And the tabernacle of meeting shall move out with the camp of the Levites in the middle of the camps; as they camp, so they shall move out, everyone in his place, by their standards.

New American Standard Bible
“Then the tent of meeting shall set outwith the camp of the Levites in the midst of the camps; just as they camp, so they shall set out, every man in his place by their flags.

NASB 1995
“Then the tent of meeting shall set out with the camp of the Levites in the midst of the camps; just as they camp, so they shall set out, every man in his place by their standards.

NASB 1977
“Then the tent of meeting shall set outwith the camp of the Levites in the midst of the camps; just as they camp, so they shall set out, every man in his place, by their standards.

Legacy Standard Bible
“Then the tent of meeting shall set outwith the camp of the Levites in the midst of the camps; just as they camp, so they shall set out, every man in his place by their standards.

Amplified Bible
“Then the Tent of Meeting (tabernacle) shall move out with the camp of the Levites in the middle of the [other] camps; just as they camp so shall they move out, every man in his place by their standards.

Christian Standard Bible
The tent of meeting is to move out with the Levites’ camp, which is in the middle of the camps. They are to move out just as they camp, each in his place, with their banners.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The tent of meeting is to move out with the Levites’ camp, which is in the middle of the camps. They are to move out just as they camp, each in his place, with their banners.

American Standard Version
Then the tent of meeting shall set forward, with the camp of the Levites in the midst of the camps: as they encamp, so shall they set forward, every man in his place, by their standards.

Contemporary English Version
Marching behind Reuben will be the Levites, arranged in groups, just as they are camped. They will carry the sacred tent and their own banners.

English Revised Version
Then the tent of meeting shall set forward, with the camp of the Levites in the midst of the camps: as they encamp, so shall they set forward, every man in his place, by their standards.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"When the tent of meeting is moved, the [Levites] will stay in the middle of the groups. The tribes will move out in the same order as they are in the camp, everyone in place under his own flag.

Good News Translation
Then, between the first two divisions and the last two the Levites are to march carrying the Tent. Each division shall march in the same order as they camp, each in position under its banner.

International Standard Version
"Then the Tent of Meeting is to travel with the camp of the descendants of Levi in the middle of the camps. They are to travel just as they have camped, each as designated under his standard."

NET Bible
"Then the tent of meeting with the camp of the Levites will travel in the middle of the camps. They will travel in the same order as they camped, each in his own place under his standard.

New Heart English Bible
"Then the Tent of Meeting shall set out, with the camp of the Levites in the midst of the camps. As they camp, so shall they set out, every man in his place, by their standards.

Webster's Bible Translation
Then the tabernacle of the congregation shall move forward with the camp of the Levites, in the midst of the camp: as they encamp, so shall they move forward, every man in his place by their standards.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
In the middle of the camps, the Tent of Meeting is to travel with the camp of the Levites. They are to set out in the order they encamped, each in his own place under his standard.

World English Bible
“Then the Tent of Meeting shall set out, with the camp of the Levites in the middle of the camps. As they encamp, so shall they set out, every man in his place, by their standards.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the Tent of Meeting has journeyed [with] the camp of the Levites in the middle of the camps; as they encamp so they journey, each at his station by their standards.

Young's Literal Translation
And the tent of meeting -- the camp of the Levites -- hath journeyed in the midst of the camps; as they encamp so they journey, each at his station by their standards.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the tent of appointment shall be removed, the camp of the Levites in the midst of the camp. As they shall encamp, so shall they remove, every man upon his hand according to their flags.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the tabernacle of the testimony shall be carried by the officers of the Levites and their troops. As it shall be set up, so shall it be taken down. Every one shall march according to their places, and ranks.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But the tabernacle of the testimony shall be lifted up by the officers of the Levites and their companies. In the manner in which it is set up, so also shall it be taken down. Each one shall advance according to their places and ranks.

New American Bible
Then the tent of meeting and the camp of the Levites shall set out in the midst of the divisions. As they camp, so also they will march, each in place, by their divisions.

New Revised Standard Version
The tent of meeting, with the camp of the Levites, shall set out in the center of the camps; they shall set out just as they camp, each in position, by their regiments.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Then the tabernacle of the congregation shall march with the camp of the Levites in the midst of the camps; as they encamped so shall they march, every man by his standard throughout their armies.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the camp of Levites picked up the Time Tabernacle inside the camp; they were picking up just as they camped: each man with his troop for their armies.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Then the tent of meeting, with the camp of the Levites, shall set forward in the midst of the camps; as they encamp, so shall they set forward, every man in his place, by their standards.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Andthen the tabernacle of witness shall be set forward, and the camp of the Levitesshall be between the camps; as they shall encamp, so also shall they commence their march, each one next in order to his fellow according to their companies.

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Context
The Order of the Camps
…16The total number of men in the divisions of the camp of Reuben is 151,450; they shall set out second.17In the middleof the camps,the Tentof Meetingis to travelwith the campof the Levites.They are to set outin the orderthey encamped,eachinhis own placeunder his standard.18On the west side, the divisions of Ephraim are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Ephraimites is Elishama son of Ammihud,…

Cross References
Exodus 40:36-38
Whenever the cloud was lifted from above the tabernacle, the Israelites would set out through all the stages of their journey. / If the cloud was not lifted, they would not set out until the day it was taken up. / For the cloud of the LORD was over the tabernacle by day, and fire was in the cloud by night, in the sight of all the house of Israel through all their journeys.

Numbers 10:14-28
First, the divisions of the camp of Judah set out under their standard, with Nahshon son of Amminadab in command. / Nethanel son of Zuar was over the division of the tribe of Issachar, / and Eliab son of Helon was over the division of the tribe of Zebulun. ...

Numbers 9:17-23
Whenever the cloud was lifted from above the Tent, the Israelites would set out, and wherever the cloud settled, there the Israelites would camp. / At the LORD’s command the Israelites set out, and at the LORD’s command they camped. As long as the cloud remained over the tabernacle, they remained encamped. / Even when the cloud lingered over the tabernacle for many days, the Israelites kept the LORD’s charge and did not set out. ...

Numbers 1:50-53
Instead, you are to appoint the Levites over the tabernacle of the Testimony, all its furnishings, and everything in it. They shall carry the tabernacle and all its articles, care for it, and camp around it. / Whenever the tabernacle is to move, the Levites are to take it down, and whenever it is to be pitched, the Levites are to set it up. Any outsider who goes near it must be put to death. / The Israelites are to camp by their divisions, each man in his own camp and under his own standard. ...

Deuteronomy 1:33
who went before you on the journey, in the fire by night and in the cloud by day, to seek out a place for you to camp and to show you the road to travel.

Joshua 3:3-4
and commanded the people: “When you see the ark of the covenant of the LORD your God being carried by the Levitical priests, you are to set out from your positions and follow it. / But keep a distance of about two thousand cubits between yourselves and the ark. Do not go near it, so that you can see the way to go, since you have never traveled this way before.”

1 Samuel 4:4
So the people sent men to Shiloh, and they brought back the ark of the covenant of the LORD of Hosts, who sits enthroned between the cherubim. And the two sons of Eli, Hophni and Phinehas, were there with the ark of the covenant of God.

2 Samuel 6:2
And he and all his troops set out for Baale of Judah to bring up from there the ark of God, which is called by the Name—the name of the LORD of Hosts, who is enthroned between the cherubim that are on it.

1 Kings 8:4
and they brought up the ark of the LORD and the Tent of Meeting with all its sacred furnishings. So the priests and Levites carried them up.

1 Chronicles 15:2
Then David said, “No one but the Levites may carry the ark of God, because the LORD has chosen them to carry the ark of the LORD and to minister before Him forever.”

Psalm 68:7
O God, when You went out before Your people, when You marched through the wasteland, Selah

Isaiah 52:12
For you will not leave in a hurry nor flee in haste, for the LORD goes before you, and the God of Israel is your rear guard.

Ezekiel 10:18-19
Then the glory of the LORD moved away from the threshold of the temple and stood above the cherubim. / As I watched, the cherubim lifted their wings and rose up from the ground, with the wheels beside them as they went. And they stopped at the entrance of the east gate of the house of the LORD, with the glory of the God of Israel above them.

Matthew 24:31
And He will send out His angels with a loud trumpet call, and they will gather His elect from the four winds, from one end of the heavens to the other.

Mark 13:27
And He will send out the angels to gather His elect from the four winds, from the ends of the earth to the ends of heaven.


Treasury of Scripture

Then the tabernacle of the congregation shall set forward with the camp of the Levites in the middle of the camp: as they encamp, so shall they set forward, every man in his place by their standards.

tabernacle

Numbers 2:1
And the LORD spake unto Moses and unto Aaron, saying,

Numbers 1:50-53
But thou shalt appoint the Levites over the tabernacle of testimony, and over all the vessels thereof, and over all things thatbelong to it: they shall bear the tabernacle, and all the vessels thereof; and they shall minister unto it, and shall encamp round about the tabernacle…

Numbers 3:38
But those that encamp before the tabernacle toward the east,even before the tabernacle of the congregation eastward,shall be Moses, and Aaron and his sons, keeping the charge of the sanctuary for the charge of the children of Israel; and the stranger that cometh nigh shall be put to death.

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Numbers 2
1.The order of the tribes in their tents.














In the middle of the camps
The placement of the Tent of Meeting in the middle of the camps signifies the centrality of God's presence among His people. This arrangement highlights the importance of God being at the heart of the Israelite community, both physically and spiritually. It reflects the theological principle that God should be the center of life and worship. This central positioning also provided protection and accessibility, ensuring that the presence of God was equally available to all tribes.

the Tent of Meeting is to travel with the camp of the Levites
The Tent of Meeting, also known as the Tabernacle, was the portable earthly dwelling place of God among the Israelites. The Levites, who were set apart for priestly duties, were responsible for its care and transport. This arrangement underscores the special role of the Levites as mediators between God and the people. The Levites' proximity to the Tent of Meeting during travel symbolizes their unique calling and responsibility to maintain the holiness and sanctity of the worship space.

They are to set out in the order they encamped
The orderly movement of the Israelites reflects God's desire for structure and organization within His people. This orderliness is a recurring theme in Scripture, emphasizing that God is not a God of chaos but of peace and order (1 Corinthians 14:33). The specific order of encampment and travel ensured that each tribe knew its place and role, promoting unity and cooperation among the tribes.

each in his own place under his standard
Each tribe had its own standard, or banner, which served as a symbol of identity and unity. This practice of using standards was common in ancient Near Eastern cultures and helped maintain order during travel. The standards also reinforced the distinct identity of each tribe while simultaneously uniting them under the larger identity of the people of God. This imagery can be seen as a type of the unity and diversity within the body of Christ, where each member has a unique role but is part of the whole (1 Corinthians 12:12-27).

Persons / Places / Events
1.Tent of Meeting
This was the portable earthly dwelling place of God among the Israelites, also known as the Tabernacle. It was central to Israelite worship and the presence of God.

2.Levites
A tribe of Israel set apart for religious duties, particularly those related to the Tabernacle. They were responsible for its care and transport.

3.Camps of Israel
The arrangement of the twelve tribes around the Tabernacle, each under its own standard or banner, signifying order and unity among the people.

4.Standards
These were banners or flags representing each tribe, serving as a rallying point and symbol of identity for the tribes of Israel.

5.Order of Encampment and March
The specific arrangement and sequence in which the tribes camped and traveled, highlighting the importance of order and obedience to God's instructions.
Teaching Points
Centrality of God's Presence
The Tent of Meeting being at the center of the camp symbolizes the centrality of God in the life of His people. In our lives, God should be at the center of all we do.

Role of the Levites
The Levites' role in caring for the Tabernacle highlights the importance of service and dedication in the community of faith. We are called to serve God and others with dedication.

Order and Obedience
The specific order of encampment and travel underscores the importance of following God's instructions. Our lives should reflect God's order and purpose.

Identity and Unity
The standards of each tribe represent identity and unity. In the body of Christ, we have individual identities but are united under the banner of Christ.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1.What is the meaning of Numbers 2:17?

2.How does Numbers 2:17 emphasize the importance of God's order in our lives?

3.What role does the tabernacle's central position play in Israel's spiritual journey?

4.How can we apply the concept of God's presence being central today?

5.In what ways does Numbers 2:17 connect to New Testament teachings on community?

6.How does the arrangement in Numbers 2:17 reflect God's plan for His people?

7.What is the significance of the tabernacle's central position in Numbers 2:17?

8.How does Numbers 2:17 reflect God's order and organization for the Israelites?

9.Why was the tabernacle's placement crucial for Israel's journey in Numbers 2:17?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 2?

11.What was the minimum age for a priest?

12.What evidence supports the existence of the Levites and captains mentioned in 2 Chronicles 23:8, and how do we reconcile any lack of external records?

13.Why does Numbers 8:24-25 state Levites begin serving at age 25, while Numbers 4:3 says they start at age 30?

14.Does this miraculous event contradict other Bible passages that require signs to be witnessed multiple times for confirmation of God's will? (Numbers 17)
What Does Numbers 2:17 Mean
In the middle of the camps

Numbers 2:17 begins, “In the middle of the camps….” The Lord literally positioned His dwelling at the center of Israel’s vast encampment.

• Central placement declares that God Himself is the heart of His people’s life. CompareNumbers 1:53, where the Levites “shall camp around the tabernacle of the testimony, so that there will be no wrath on the congregation”.

• Every tribe saw the Tabernacle whenever they looked toward the center, a constant reminder ofExodus 25:8: “Have them make a sanctuary for Me, so that I may dwell among them”.

• The arrangement foretells Christ’s later role—John 1:14 says, “The Word became flesh and tabernacled among us”, again placing God visibly among His people.

the Tent of Meeting is to travel with the camp of the Levites

When Israel broke camp, the Levites carried the Tabernacle furnishings (Numbers 1:50-51).

• God chose the Levites to guard holiness (Deuteronomy 10:8;1 Chronicles 15:2).

• Their unique service highlighted that access to God is on His terms, not human invention.

• The pairing of the Tent and Levites modeled ministry partnership: holy presence and dedicated servants moving together, foreshadowing New Testament imagery where believers are “a royal priesthood” (1 Peter 2:9).

They are to set out in the order they encamped

God orchestrated the departure sequence—east first (Judah’s banner), then south, then the Levites with the Tabernacle, then west, then north (seeNumbers 2:9, 16, 24, 31).

• Order prevented chaos in a community of two-plus million people.1 Corinthians 14:33 affirms, “For God is not a God of disorder but of peace”.

• The precise march safeguarded sacred objects: furnishings remained shielded within the Levitical column, and each tribe knew its role, protecting against confusion and accidental profaning of holy things (Numbers 4:15).

• God’s orderly leadership encourages believers today—Psalm 37:23, “The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD, and He delights in his way”.

each in his own place under his standard

Israel’s tribes camped and traveled beneath distinctive banners (Numbers 2:2).

• Banners affirmed identity yet preserved unity—twelve unique standards encircling one sanctuary.Ephesians 4:16 pictures a similar truth: “From Him the whole body… grows and builds itself up in love”.

• Staying “in his own place” discouraged envy or territorial disputes; everyone had God-assigned space and purpose (cf.Numbers 2:34).

• The principle still guides Christ’s body:Romans 12:4-5 teaches that many members form one body, “each with different functions”.

summary

Numbers 2:17 reveals a God-designed pattern: the Lord dwells at the center, moves with His consecrated servants, directs His people in ordered steps, and assigns every believer a meaningful place. The verse calls us to keep Him central, serve faithfully, cherish His order, and rejoice in our God-given roles within the larger family of faith.

Verse 17. -Thenthe tabernacle...shall set forward. Thus it was provided that, whether at rest or on the march, the Divine habitation should be exactly in the midst of Israel.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
In the middle
בְּת֣וֹךְ(bə·ṯō·wḵ)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8432:A bisection, the centre

of the camps,
הַֽמַּחֲנֹ֑ת(ham·ma·ḥă·nōṯ)
Article | Noun - common plural
Strong's 4264:An encampment, an army

the Tent
אֹֽהֶל־(’ō·hel-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 168:A tent

of Meeting
מוֹעֵ֛ד(mō·w·‘êḏ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4150:Appointed time, place, or meeting

is to travel
וְנָסַ֧ע(wə·nā·sa‘)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5265:To pull up, the tent-pins, start on a, journey

with the camp
מַחֲנֵ֥ה(ma·ḥă·nêh)
Noun - common singular construct
Strong's 4264:An encampment, an army

of the Levites.
הַלְוִיִּ֖ם(hal·wî·yim)
Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural
Strong's 3881:Levites -- descendant of Levi

They are to set out
יִסָּ֔עוּ(yis·sā·‘ū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 5265:To pull up, the tent-pins, start on a, journey

in the order
כַּאֲשֶׁ֤ר(ka·’ă·šer)
Preposition-k | Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834:Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

they encamped,
יַחֲנוּ֙(ya·ḥă·nū)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 2583:To incline, to decline, to pitch a, tent, gen, to encamp

each
אִ֥ישׁ(’îš)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376:A man as an individual, a male person

in
עַל־(‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921:Above, over, upon, against

his own place
יָד֖וֹ(yā·ḏōw)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 3027:A hand

under his banner.
לְדִגְלֵיהֶֽם׃(lə·ḏiḡ·lê·hem)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 1714:A standard, banner


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