Num 31:25-47 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Num 31:25-31: 31:25-31 The plunder was divided into two equal parts , with half going to those who fought against the Midianites and half going to the Israelites who stayed behind (cp. 1 Sam 30:21-25 ). In this sense, everyone participated in the armed conflict, but the relatively small number of warriors each received a larger portion than the much larger number of those who stayed behind.

a31:25-31►

b1 Sam 30:21-25►

c31:32-35►

d31:36-47►

e31:25-30►

‏ Numbers 31:25-47

Summary for Num 31:25-31: 31:25-31 ^a The plunder was divided into two equal parts, with half going to those who fought against the Midianites and half going to the Israelites who stayed behind (cp. 1 Sam 30:21-25 ^b). In this sense, everyone participated in the armed conflict, but the relatively small number of warriors each received a larger portion than the much larger number of those who stayed behind.
Summary for Num 31:32-35: 31:32-35 ^c The total number of animals and young girls who were not killed was quite large, which indicates that Israel fought against many Midianites.
Summary for Num 31:36-47: 31:36-47 ^d The plunder was distributed according to the principles established in 31:25-30 ^e.