Moses is the central figure within the book, and in at least two instances numbers mentions him recording events by the lords commands numbers 33. In this chapter we move very close to the entry into canaan, but a number of experiences prior to that entry which would aid israel in the struggles to come remained to be recorded, and the record of them would fill the pentateuch, all the way to the end of deuteronomy. Verses 2229 the chapter began with the funeral of miriam, and it ends with the funeral of her brother aaron. The following are five of the most helpful commentaries on this neglected book of scripture. Of the spies not of those spies which moses sent to spy the land, for that was done thirty eight years before this, and they. The lxx title arithmoi numbers was rendered liber numeri in the vulg. Matthew henry jfb commentary wesleys notes geneva study bible. John, now interpreted as fact, were intended as symbols.
Take a census of the sons of kohath from among the children of levi, by their families, by their fathers house, from thirty years old and above, even to fifty years old, all who enter the service to do the work in the tabernacle of. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on numbers chapters 21 to. Commentary on the book of numbers by matthew henry old. The book of numbers narrates a key chapter in the story of israel. Title appropriately, the hebrew title of the book, taken from the first verse, means in the desert of, because of the book records the history of the israelites in their. Canaanite tribes attacked israel and were defeated. This course is designed as an expository study of the book of numbers, taking the student through selected portions of this old testament book with cross references to other portions of scripture.
Numbers chapter 21 kjv king james version jesus said even as moses lifted up a serpent in the wilderness even so must the son of man be lifted up. The levites numbered by their families, their duties. To explain that the 38 year period in the wilderness was a consequence for the unbelief of. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. The great importance of this chapter arises from the pivotal nature of it in the subsequent history of israel. David guzik commentary on numbers 21, where god sends fiery serpents. You can find the best commentary on numbers for you using the tools on the right side.
Book of numbers summary book of numbers chapter 1 god orders moses, in the wilderness of sinai, to take the number of those able to bear armsof all the men from twenty years old and upward, the tribe of levi being excepted, and to appoint princes over each tribe. The friendship of the wicked is more dangerous than their enmity. The book of numbers is the fourth of five parts which comprise what scripture calls the book of moses. Book of numbers overview insight for living ministries. Numbers 21 to 36 free bible commentary in easy english.
Study the bible online using commentary on numbers 21 and more. Numbers 20 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. When a chapter or section is finished, you will see at the bottom of the page over the links, go to the next section. It describes a period of transition from the exodus generation to the generation that would enter the promised land. Chapter 21 starts the third part of the book of numbers. The armies of israel now begin to emerge out of the wilderness, and to come into a land inhabited, to enter upon action, and take possession of the. Study numbers 21 using wesleys explanatory notes to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning.
And he seems to be called a canaanite in a general sense, as the amorites and others. The bible book of numbers, chapter 1 bible commentary. This was to lead the israelites to look more thoroughly to the lord. After the disciples caught one hundred and fiftythree fish, none of the disciples dared ask him, who are thou. Israel did not use the 40 years to grow numerically stronger, but. Complete text, index, search, bible verse, bible story, scripture, book, prophesy, christian. The chapter naturally falls into the following divisions. Numbers 14, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Speak unto moses in answer to the peoples petition about it, as is evident from. The book of numbers is coming to terms with the fact that the old generation will not see gods promises come to fruition. But those who study the book may be surprised to discover it teaches many spiritual principles and lessons. Thirtynine years later, in chapter 26 we have a second numbering of those 20 years and older who are able to go to war, a total of 601,730 numbers 26. Once again its name is derived from the septuagint via the vulgate.
Theyve been in this same spot for about a year and now theyre getting ready to start out on their journey to this land flowing with milk and honey that god keeps talking about. I dont listen to christian radio, and i cant say that i agree with women teaching. Numbers, chapter 21 king james version christian answers. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. The new ungers bible dictionary says about the title. Numbers bible study courses the book of numbers this course is designed as an expository study of the book of numbers, taking the student through selected portions of this old testament book with cross references to other portions of scripture. The book of numbers new international commentary on the old. The way the story is told sounds odd and often harsh to readers today. Read numbers 21 commentary using wesleys explanatory notes. The book of numbers new international commentary on the old testament ashley, timothy r. The armies of israel now begin to emerge out of the wilderness, and to come into a land inhabited, to enter upon action, and take possession of the frontiers of the land of. Yahweh will soon command joshua to commission joshua as his successor 27. Spurgeon, metropolitan tabernacle pulpit pilgrim publications, 25. To fillin the historical period from the exodus and sinai revelation to the preparations in moab to enter the promised land.
This book of the wars of the lord is not speaking of the bible, but of another book of that. The analysis and synthesis approach to biblical studies applied here to numbers is a methodology developed by the author decanio, 2007 in conjunction with his doctoral studies at the university of south africa. Commentaries for numbers chapter 25 the israelites enticed by the daughters of moab and midian. The book is so designated because it makes a double reference to taking a census of the jewish people.
Clicking on that will take you to the next section or chapter. This may be attributed to the authorship of a man who has recently experienced the events herein found and has more to write about than he has time to write. Title the english title numbers comes from the greek lxx and latin vg. This book is called numbers because there are many lists of numbers in it.
Numbers 21 commentary peter petts commentary on the bible. The promised land the land we passed through to spy out is an exceedingly good land. It intimates the care god takes of his church and every member of it. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. This commentary has been through advanced checking. In spite of the difficulties imposed by numbers on todays readers, the main point of the book is of immense importance for gods people in any age. This incident takes place near the end of moses life and the conclusion of israels wandering in the wilderness. Numbers 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries.
Numbers 21 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Numbers 6, new king james version nkjv the bible app. Numbers 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. The book of numbers new international commentary on the.
The cities of refuge the lord jesus christ is also seen in the unique provision in this chapter in numbers. The south of canaan, towards the east, and near the dead sea. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of numbers. The book of numbers new international commentary on the old testament. The armies of israel now begin to emerge out of the wilderness, and to come into a land inhabited, to enter upon action, and take possession of the frontiers of the land of promise.
A glorious campaign this chapter gives us the history of, especially in the latter part of it. These record the numbers of male israelites who were over 20 years old. The second census, in chapter 26, names the generation that will be poised on the edge of canaan when the book reaches its end. The law includes the books of genesis, exodus, leviticus, numbers, and deuteronomy. These were all the men who could fight in a battle. This passage from numbers 6 that were going to study tonightand were not going to go through the whole chapter, because as some of you may know, maybe because youve read ahead, maybe because you remember the different contents of the books of the bible and you know that numbers 6 has a very. A study of numbers chapter 14 posted on january 11, 2009 by test all things 1 comment. Right here began the religious apostasy of israel that was to continue for centuries, resulting in the total corruption.
Study book on numbers, on line bible commentary numbers, niv commentary numbers welcome to. Theyve been in this same spot for about a year and now theyre getting ready to start out on their journey to this land flowing with milk and honey that god keeps. Numbers 21 bible commentary wesleys explanatory notes. Numbers 21 says that anyone who looked would be healed. Perhaps meaning one of the poles on which their ensigns were carried. Numbers 21 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. This passage from numbers 6 that were going to study tonightand were not going to go through the whole chapter, because as some of you may know, maybe because youve read ahead, maybe because you remember the different contents of the books of the bible and you know that. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching. Numbers 21 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. The sons of aaron, the levites taken instead of the firstborn. Numbers 21 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. It follows that this commentary, like all commentaries, was written by an uninspired, fallible human.
Read numbers 21 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. The cities of refuge were a type of christ, sheltering the sinner from judgment. Because of the israelites complaining, fiery serpents entered the camp. They tend to drift into works gospels, because the gospel of grace alone is repugnant to most people. The israelites enticed by the daughters of moab and midian. If the lord delights in us, then he will bring us into this land and give it to us. The book of numbers was named after the first key word bemidbar in hebrew scripture, which appropriately means in the desert, the place where the israelites spent forty years following the exodus. Numbers tyndale old testament commentaries wenham, gordon j. Take a census of the sons of kohath from among the children of levi, by their families, by their fathers house, from thirty years old and above, even to fifty years old, all who enter the service to do the work in the tabernacle of meeting. At first glance, the name numbers may not sound appealing and interesting. The people come to zin, they murmur for water, moses directed to smite the rock, the infirmity of moses and aaron. Concerning both this chapter and the next, gray alleged. When death comes into a family, it often strikes double. The book is called numbers because of the two censuses taken of.
Its a book of history that records many of gods miraculous deeds as. In numbers 20, israel was camped at kadesh on the southern border of. As it does for the rest of the pentateuch, universal jewish and christian tradition attributes the authorship of the book of numbers to moses. The book of numbers was named after the first key word bemidbar in hebrew scripture, which appropriately means in the desert, the place where the israelites spent forty. This is the exact same place where the israelites have been hanging out since god freed them from slavery back in exodus. Israel had not improved the former affliction they were under, by the death of the prophetess, and therefore, soon after, god took away their priest. Sermons on numbers first presbyterian church, jackson. And it is probable, the people desired it out of diffidence. The book of numbers is the fourth book of the law of moses, also known as the torah or pentateuch. They set out to go around the land of edom 4 they traveled from mount hor by the way to the red sea, to compass the land of edom.
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