(10) As Pharaoh drew near, the Israelites caught sight of the Egyptians advancing upon them. The analogous experience of Nadav and Avihu can help elucidate what motivated them and how this all occurred. The Maximum width of the Red Sea is 355 km, the maximum length is 2,250 Km, and the water volume in the Red Sea is 233,000 km3.The Red Sea has a surface area of about 174,000 square miles (438,000 km) which is 1,398 miles (2250 km) long and, at its widest point is over . They were the Ketzinim (officers), who were incinerated at the Ketzin (edge) of the encampment. Moses extraordinary personal example of nobility in the face of being advised of his own fate is legendary [96]See Deuteronomy 31 et seq. "[17][18], The offering brought by Nahshon is pointed out as having been his own and not that of his tribe. This articleincorporates text from a publication now in the public domain:Singer, Isidore; etal., eds. However, G-d told us how to worship. See also Avot DRabbi Nathan 5:1, which contains the reference to having Yirat Shamayim and adds that as a result the reward will be twice as much in the future. However, his singular focus on loving G-d may have been at the expense of his being deficient in Yirat Shamayim (awe of G-d), as more fully discussed below. Exodus 6:23. Maimonides, in his Guide for the Perplexed (3:52), explains that love of G-d is achieved through knowledge of the Torah, which encompasses attainment of true knowledge and appreciation of the existence of G-d. [11], Owing to his direct descent from Judah and to his being the progenitor of so many kings, Nahshon is extolled by the rabbis as a most noble man. The Hebrew term used in the Midrashic account is Yedidi (Cf.Talmudic account, which uses the plural Yedidii, i.e. The book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham. He had already passed away by then and, by extension, was also not around to participate in the Korach rebellion. Love of G-d may sound noble, but absent awe of G-d, it may just be another exercise in excess and overindulgence. Moshe saw Bnei Yisrael's plight; he was praying for them, and Hashem said to him, "Why do you cry out to Me? The word choice is interesting. (12) The one who presented his offering on the first day was Nahshon son of Amminadab of the tribe of Judah. (Tehillim 114:2) Q: Now that we know the WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN and WHY, what was 's reward? Check your inbox or spam folder now to confirm your subscription. The popular Yiddish saying "to be a Nachshon" means to be an "initiator.". What's this pomegranate orchard, filled with Ilan trees that produce fruit; this is how Bnei Yisrael left Egypt, full with all the good types of blessings. The word choice is interesting. Nachshon and his colleagues may have felt unbridled love for G-d and wanted to connect with the Divine presence, however, the means they chose to achieve this goal was fundamentally inconsistent with this exacting program. I love this story, and I often use it for teaching about moving through fear and about having courage and faith to move forward in life - whether that means towards . He explains that all twelve Tribal Leaders were included in the two hundred and fifty and were the same Continue readingjQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_48').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_48', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); is not so kind. With the proper level of belief, one can gain clarity and forge on successfully. This is the origin of his name "Nahshol" = "stormy sea-waves". Hashem said to Moshe, 'Moshe, stretch out your hand over the sea and split it,' and Moshe stretched out his hand over the sea, and the water saw the face of Hashem and the depths quaked and trembled, as it says, 'The nations perceived You and trembled.' In the Hebrew Bible, Nahshon (Hebrew: Naon) was a tribal leader of the Judahites during the wilderness wanderings of the Book of Numbers. According to a Jewish Midrash, he was the person who initiated the Hebrews' passage through the Red Sea, by walking in head-deep until the sea parted. Rabbi Menachem Azariah of Fano [40]In his work, Gilgulei Neshamot, Letter Aleph, under Elizur ben Shedeiur. They, therefore, thought why not overindulge in physical delights, without restraint? But we do know this: The first steps are the hardest ones, and the most necessary. As more fully discussed herein, the process of actually attaining Ruach Hakodesh is no easy task. (Rt 4:18-22). What does this mean? Genuine holiness is not some perk earned merely by assuming some position or function. (5) When the king of Egypt was told that the people had fled, Pharaoh and his courtiers had a change of heart about the people and said, What is this we have done, releasing Israel from our service? (6) He ordered his chariot and took his men with him; (7) he took six hundred of his picked chariots, and the rest of the chariots of Egypt, with officers in all of them. The visible spectacle of Seventy Elders enjoying Ruach Hakodesh was, in essence, a form of Continue readingjQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_55').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_55', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], });. Luckily, I stumbled across an article that listed the sources connecting, to the occurrence at . After all, why didnt he at least consult with his brother-in-law Aaron about his issue? Hence, they didnt feel the need to consult with them prior to taking their misguided and fateful action. Despite his prominent and heroic role in the miraculous parting of the Red Sea, the Bible, Cf. Rabbi Meir appears to disagree about Nachshon being the first to jump into the water. He is renowned for his courage and faith in being the first to jump into the deep waters of the Red Sea, before they were miraculously parted. An early but lesser-known Halachic Midrash tells the story differently: All the tribes competed with each other to be the first to plunge into the Red Sea, to show the way to the . Moshe said before Hashem, 'Master of the Universe, the enemy is behind us and the sea is before/in front of us; which way will we travel?' They wanted to be holy. Given his unabashed bravery at the Red Sea and love of G-d, he might have been expected to balk at participating in a rebellion against those selected by G-d to serve. The arrogance, sense of entitlement and overindulgence demonstrated by the two hundred fifty in their approach to the Divine was eerily similar to the misguided efforts of Nadav and Avihu. This is the opinion of Rabbi Yehudah. Speak to the children of Israel and let them travel," (Shemot 14:15). This public display was intended to inspire people to want to attain this same esteemed and true status of enjoying Ruach Hakodesh [55]As more fully discussed herein, the process of actually attaining Ruach Hakodesh is no easy task. Their very participation in the Korach revolt was indicative of the very opposite. R' Eliezer said: On the day that Hashem said: 'The water gathered and the water became solid (frozen), and it was divided into twelve parts for the twelve tribes, and there were walls of water between each path, and they (Bnei Yisrael) could see one another (through the water) and they saw Hashem going before them and they didn't see their footprints, as it says: In the sea was Your way, and Your path in the waters [they saw]," (Tehillim 77:20). Rav Hirsch discusses the application of this fundamental principle of refined behavior primarily in the context of relationships with parents, the Sabbath, purity of belief in G-d and business and social affairs, based on the juxtaposition of the Biblical verse on holiness in this textual context in Leviticus, Chapter 19. Its a most laudable principle; but, unfortunately, its often only honored in the breach. New Living Translation So God led them in a roundabout way through the wilderness toward the Red Sea. [4] His title or role is translated into Modern English variously in the New Revised Standard Version, as "leader" and census-taker,[7] one of the "heads of their ancestral houses, the leaders of the tribes",[8] "first .. over the whole company",[9] and "prince of the sons of Judah".[10]. ; Uri . (11) And they said to Moses, Was it for want of graves in Egypt that you brought us to die in the wilderness? These included an unsanctioned entry into the innermost holy precincts of the Tabernacle; bringing an unauthorized ritual offering; firing it from an outside source; not consulting with their father Aaron or uncle Moses, who were in charge, before engaging in this inappropriate conduct; not consulting with each other; drinking an alcoholic beverage on the job; not being properly attired; not washing their hands and feet, as required, in advance of performing a Temple ritual; not being married; not having children; eating and partying below Mount Sinai, even as they perceived the Divine Presence, while Moses was receiving the Torah from G-d; and wondering out loud when Aaron and Moses would pass away so that they could replace them and take over their leadership roles. Nachmanides encapsulates this concept in a pithy phrase loosely translated, as a person should not be a scoundrel with the permission of the Torah [71]His expression in the original Hebrew is: Naval BReshut HaTorah .jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_71').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_71', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], });. [6] By the same account, those of the Israelites who were among the original number that had set out from Egypt, of whom Nahshon was one, did not survive the forty-year sojourn in the wilderness to enter the Promised Land of Canaan. They thought this was only because Moses had used his unique position and access to G-d to implore and pray to G-d to appoint his brother and nephews to these roles [50]Ironically, coveting someone elses position as a means of achieving sanctity is itself sanctimonious. both could true. Ironically, coveting someone elses position as a means of achieving sanctity is itself sanctimonious. (16) And you lift up your rod and hold out your arm over the sea and split it, so that the Israelites may march into the sea on dry ground. See also Onkelos on Exodus 24:11, as well as, Bechor Shor and Kli Yakar commentaries thereon. and Elisheba . na'-shon (nachshon; Septuagint and New Testament, Naasson): A descendant of Judah; brother-in-law of Aaron and ancestor of David and of Jesus Christ ( Exodus 6:23 Numbers 1:7 1 Chronicles 2:10, 11 Ruth 4:20 Matthew 1:4 Luke 3:32 ). See Numbers 13:30; 14:24 and 30; 26:65; and 32:12; as well as, Deuteronomy 1:36. What did they hope to gain? ; Salmon . Its about exercising restraint [70]C.F. This was viewed as an example of the principle of Metoch Shelo Lishma Bo Lishma. Consider, something must have been amiss to precipitate his shortly being replaced[23]See also Nachmanides commentary on Numbers 30:2.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_23').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_23', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); by Caleb, as head of the Tribe of Judah. After all, why didnt he at least consult with his brother-in-law Aaron about his issue? Apr 15, 2023. I was surprised yet again, only finding four brief pesukim about him, all in . The Bible[20]Exodus 14:31, as interpreted by Onkelos.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_20').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_20', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); reports the people looked to Moses (not Nachshon) and believed in G-d and the prophecies of his servant Moses. They also engaged in a disastrous course of conduct that led to their untimely (Leviticus 10:1-2) and spectacular demise (Sifra, Shemini, Mechilta DMiluim 2:22-23). [25]Numbers 16-18. This is inconsistent with the view that they moved forward on their own because of Nachshon. Although his tribe was fourth in the order of the Patriarchs, at the dedication of the Tabernacle he was the first to bring his dedicatory offering. R' Akiva said: Bnei Yisrael went to the Red Sea and returned to the back scared/in fear that they wouldn't return to the water (scared to go in), and the tribe of Binyamin wanted to enter/go in, as it says, "Binyamin the youngest rules over them," (Tehillim 68:28). Greatly frightened, the Israelites cried out to the LORD. I decided that perhaps I was mistaken, and that and his were mentioned in hindsight. One of the cogent lessons of the two hundred fifty, including Nachshon, is that even the very best people can do wrong, despite having the best of intentions; no one is immune. Rabbi Judah says: 'When the Israelites stood at the sea one said: 'I don't want to go down to the sea first.'Another said: 'I don't want to go down firsteither.' While they were standing there, and while Moses was praying to God to save them, Nachshon the son of Aminadav jumped up, went down and fell into the waves.'" The Red Sea is the world's northernmost tropical sea and is also one of the most heavily traveled waterways. Nahshon was appointed by Moses, upon God's command, as prince of the Tribe of Judah. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia. In the first place went the standard of the camp of the children of Judah according to their armies: and over his host was Nahshon the son of Amminadab. Nahshon ( Hebrew: ) or Nashon ben Amminadabh ( ; "Nahshon son of Aminadav") was, according to the Book of Exodus, the son of Amminadab; descendant in the fifth generation of Judah, brother-in-law of Aaron [ 1] and an important figure in the Hebrew 's Passage of the Red Sea which according to the Jewish Midrash he As to Nadav and Avihu, see Chizkuni (in his commentary on Leviticus 10:1), who notes they also compounded their errors by engaging in the unsanctioned Temple ritual solely for their own personal. Its the combination that enables a more complete devotion to Divine service. According to the Hebrew Bible, Nahshon was a son of Amminadab, descendant in the fifth generation of Judah, and brother-in-law of Aaron. The (last Chabbad) Rebbe saw Nahshon's heroic and brave endeavor as a call to action, saying: "One fellow named Nahshon jumped into the sea, and caused the great miracle of the Splitting of the Sea. Rabbi Hirsch agrees with Nachmanides [65]Ramban commentary on Leviticus 19:2.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_65').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_65', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); that the existential state of being holy is achieved by acting judiciously and with restraint in the realm of what is otherwise permitted [66]Rav Hirsch discusses the application of this fundamental principle of refined behavior primarily in the context of relationships with parents, the Sabbath, purity of belief in G-d and business and Continue readingjQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_66').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_66', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); and not already expressly prohibited. According to the Tanchuma, noted above, the original set of 70 Zekeinim, They also engaged in a disastrous course of conduct that led to their untimely (Leviticus 10:1-2) and spectacular demise (Sifra, Shemini, Mechilta DMiluim 2:22-23). Nahshon Dion Anderson (born April 1, 1978) is an Afro-Latin American trans woman [1] [2] and Louisiana Creole non-fiction writer. It is also popularly known as Karwar Medical College situated in Karwar Karnataka. Maimonides, in his Guide for the Perplexed (3:52), explains that love of G-d is achieved through knowledge of the, The Mitzvah to Check for Signs of Kashrut. At that time Moshe was engaged for a long while in prayer; so the Holy One, blessed be He, said to him, 'My beloved ones are drowning in the sea and thou prolongest prayer before Me!' It notes they didnt marry because they didnt view anyone as a worthy match. Cf. Moreover, absent G-ds miraculous intervention, he might have drowned, which would have deterred, rather than encouraged, the Jewish people moving forward and crossing the Red Sea, safely. Like the rest of the two hundred fifty, they craved such a connection, almost like an addiction, without pre-conditions and boundaries. [3]Head of the Tribe of Judah (Number 2:3) and deemed the king-like head (Sifrei, Bamidbar 47:1) of all the Tribal Leaders. Indeed, to the contrary, his tenure as Nasi was problematical. Nachshon passed away some time during this period [34]The Tabernacle was dedicated two years after the Exodus from Egypt (Exodus 40:1). His name is Nachshon, the son of Aminadav. Shelah (Shnei Luchot HaBrit), Torah Shebichtav, Numbers, Parshat Korach, Torah Ohr 11. See also Rav Hayyim Vitals Shaar HaGilgulim 33:4, where he links Nachshon to Avihu and also to love of G-d. (14) the first standard to set out, troop by troop, was the division of Judah. They were out of control, in the throes of their personal passions and guided only by their impulses. What's this pomegranate orchard, filled with Ilan trees that produce fruit; this is how Bnei Yisrael left Egypt, full with all the good types of blessings. The sea was calmed and split allowing the children of Israel to pass through. They sorely missed the euphoric state it produced that was akin to intoxication. It is suggested they sought these positions because they mistakenly believed that proximity to the holy spatially and in terms of function would yield them a closer connection to the Divine presence and facilitate their readily attaining Ruach HaKodesh. Nahshon's sister Elisheba married Aaron, and this is especially mentioned as a hint that one should take care to select a wife whose brothers are noble. Red Sea. Undergoing the prescribed and arduous multi-step process of refinement needed to achieve Ruach Hakaodesh is itself a life-changing process. Red Sea, Arabic Al-Bar Al-Amar, narrow strip of water extending southeastward from Suez, Egypt, for about 1,200 miles (1,930 km) to the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, which connects with the Gulf of Aden and thence with the Arabian Sea. : with an extra yud). Nahshon - In the Hebrew Bible, Nahshon (Hebrew: Naon) was a tribal leader of the Judahites during the wilderness wanderings of the Book of Numbers. This letter, the numerical value of which is six, indicates that Nahshon was the ancestor of six men David, the Messiah, Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah each of whom was distinguished for six praiseworthy qualities. Alternative: He was christened in Numbers 1:7, Exodus, time of, Moses. Nahshon was appointed by Moses, upon God's command, as prince of the Tribe of Judah, and though his tribe was fourth in the order of the Patriarchs, yet at the dedication of the Tabernacle he was the first to bring his dedicatory offering. They wanted to be holy. [26]See Seder Olam Rabbah 8.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_26').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_26', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); During this compressed time frame, the Torah was given at Mount Sinai;[27]Exodus 19-20.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_27').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_27', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); the Sin of the Golden Calf occurred;[28]Exodus 32-33.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_28').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_28', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); the Sin of the Complainers [29]Numbers 11.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_29').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_29', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); and Graves of Desire ensued; the Tabernacle was built and dedicated [30]Leviticus 9.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_30').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_30', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], });; a war was fought with Amalek and won [31]Exodus 17:8-16.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_31').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_31', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], });; the Sin of the Spies [32]Numbers 13-14.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_32').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_32', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); that doomed the generation of the Wilderness unfolded; and the Korach Rebellion [33]Numbers 16-17.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_33').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_33', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); erupted and failed. ( Numbers 1:7, Numbers 10:14, 1_Chronicles 2:10) He . The Midrash [81]Sifra, Shemini, Mechilta DMilluim 2:32.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_81').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_81', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); describes how Nadav and Avihu, in their joyful exuberance, came to add love to love, by adding their own fire to the heavenly one and introducing their own ritual service, as an addition to the one directed by G-d. . They wondered why it was that only Aaron and his sons were involved in these holy ritual activities and not them? Nahshon's immense capacity for light enabled the Israelites to conquer the dark waters of the Sea of Reeds and the impending doom of Pharaoh's army. This view would also provide a simple explanation for why Nachson was not the Tribal leader of Judah picked by Moses to be a part of the Spies. Rabbi Meir appears to disagree about Nachshon being the first to jump into the water. Hashem said to Moshe, 'Moshe, stretch out your hand over the sea and split it,' and Moshe stretched out his hand over the sea, and the water saw the face of Hashem and the depths quaked and trembled, as it says, 'The nations perceived You and trembled.' He explains that all twelve Tribal Leaders were included in the two hundred and fifty and were the same, The Shelah goes on to single out Nachshon, who was supposed to embody the role of leader of the entire nation entrusted to Judah. And he that offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah. Thereupon the princes of Yehuda hurled stones at them; as it is said, The princes of Yehuda their council (the word for council has the same root as the verb 'to stone'; so it is here understood as 'their stoners'). [2][3][4] According to the Greek New Testament,[5] he is also the father-in-law of Rahab. Cf. At the same time, Nachshon is also portrayed as the spiritual ancestor of Otniel ben Kenaz (Gilgul Neshamot, Letter Ayin, under Otniel ben Kenaz), who is the first of the Judges mentioned in the Book of Judges (3:9) and the genius credited with deriving the three hundred or more laws forgotten during the mourning period after Moses passed away (BT Temurah 16a). On the other hand, serving solely out of fear tends to reinforce the careful observance of only the negative commandments. The one who presents his offering on the first day is Nahshon son of Amminadab of the tribe of . Pirke DRabbi Eleiezer 42:1, which describes how the Tribes of Binyamin and Judah were arguing about who would go first, when Nachshon, who was known as holy and great in the eyes of everyone,, The Hebrew term used in the Midrashic account is Yedidi (Cf.Talmudic account, which uses the plural Yedidii, i.e. Numbers 10:14. Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch [64]Hirsch commentary on Leviticus 19:2.jQuery('#footnote_plugin_tooltip_51803_2_64').tooltip({ tip: '#footnote_plugin_tooltip_text_51803_2_64', tipClass: 'footnote_tooltip', effect: 'fade', predelay: 0, fadeInSpeed: 200, delay: 400, fadeOutSpeed: 200, position: 'top center', relative: true, offset: [-7, 0], }); explains it is all about mastery of our powers and natural tendencies and sublimating them to the higher purpose of emulating G-ds ways. It appears that the twelve Tribal Leaders, including Nachshon, were not guided by this kind of concern for the propriety of their actions in their obsessive pursuit of reigniting their prior spiritual connection to the Divine presence. Nachshon nephews, Nadav and Avihu, similarly failed to consult with Moses and also avoided consulting with their father Aaron or even each other, as noted above. According to the Book of Numbers, he was at least 20 years old during the census in the Sinai, during the Exodus. In Numbers 1 Numbers 1:7 Meaning. The Midrash relates that during the Exodus, when the Israelites reached the Red Sea, it did not automatically part. The Tabernacle was dedicated two years after the Exodus from Egypt (Exodus 40:1). () . Nahshon was appointed by Moses, upon God's command, as prince of the tribe of Judah, and though his tribe was fourth in the order of the Patriarchs, yet at the dedication of the Tabernacle he was the first to bring his dedicatory offering ( Numbers 1:7; 2:3; 7:12,17; 10:14 ). Concerning him it is stated in Scripture, Save me O G-d, for the waters are come in unto my soul. He described the Tribe of Benjamin entering the Red Sea first and being berated by the Tribe of Judah, who claimed this privilege. There is no question that he was courageous; however, was he also reckless and an ineffective leader? The Pharaoh, Haman, and their army in chariots pursuing the fleeing children of Israel drowned in the Red Sea as the . 1 to 9 of 9 Verses. 1 Chronicles 2:10 chapter context similar meaning copy save. ; Shovav . Nahshon had a sister, Elisheba, who married Aaron and bore his four sons. (Because of this), it (the pasuk) says, "Your arid fields are as a pomegranate orchard." 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