In this chapter we have, I. The humble request of the tribes of Reuben and Gad for an inheritance on that side Jordan where Israel now lay encamped, Num. 32:1-5. II. Moses’s misinterpretation of their request, Num. 32:6-15. III. Their explication of it, and stating it aright, Num. 32:16-19. IV. The grant of their petition under the provisos and limitations which they themselves proposed, Num. 32:20-42