Deuteronomy 33:7

"“Let Reuben live, and not die; Nor let his men be few.”"

Key Reflection

In Deuteronomy 33:7, Moses blesses the tribe of Reuben, praying for its continued existence and prosperity. This verse reflects the importance of maintaining familial and tribal unity in ancient Israelite culture, where the survival and strength of a tribe were crucial for both social stability and divine favor. The prayer also underscores the hope that Reuben’s numbers would remain robust, ensuring the tribe's enduring presence within the broader community of faith.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Bring him unto his people -Moses, taking up the promise of Jacob, prays that Judah, marching forth at the head of the tribes, might ever be brought back in safety and victory; arm intimates that God would grant help to accomplish this.

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