Numbers 10:29

29. Hobab See concluding note to Exodus chap. 2.

Raguel This is an unfortunate translation of Reuel. Both forms have only one corresponding word in the Hebrew.

Father-in-law Any relation by marriage, like the Greek γαμβρος . “The identity of Jethro and Hobab may be regarded as possible, but by no means certain. Jethro returned to his own land before the promulgation of the law on Sinai, nor does his name occur afterward. Hobab appears to have accompanied Moses on his journey, casting in his lot with Israel. Judges 4:11. He very probably was a younger brother of Jethro, not bound like him to his own tribe by the duties of an hereditary priesthood. This theory seems to meet all the conditions of the narrative, which would otherwise present serious if not insuperable difficulties.” Canon F.C. Cook. It is highly improbable that Reuel, Hobab, and Jethro are three names of one person, as the Mohammedan legends intimate rather than expressly declare.

The Midianite See Exodus 2:15, note.

We will do thee good Moses urges two motives in the order in which similar motives should be presented to the sinner to become a member of the household of faith: (1) his own well being, and (2) his usefulness. Numbers 10:31.

Spoken good concerning Israel In addition to temporal blessings, such as guidance in the way, rapid increase, and the inheritance of Canaan. spiritual good was promised in the pledge of Jehovah’s presence and benediction.