Numbers 32:2
“the children of Gad and the children of Reuben came and spoke to Moses, and to Eleazar the priest, and to the princes of the congregation, saying,”
What does Numbers 32:2 mean?
The tribes of Gad and Reuben are about to make a request to Moses and the community's leaders. They're approaching respectfully, going through proper channels rather than acting on their own. What comes next in their message will reveal what they want, but this opening shows they understand the importance of asking permission and seeking blessing from those leading Israel toward the promised land.