Each of the tribes traveled in order.
At the head of the helmeted host was one man,
Mightiest in majesty and most renowned;
350 He led forward the folk as they followed the cloud,
By tribes and by troops. Each truly knew
The right of rank as arranged by Moses,
Every man’s order. They were all from one father.
Their [sacred sire] received his [land-right],
355 Wise in counsel, well-loved by his kinsmen.
He gave birth to a brave, bold-hearted race,