Numbers

Census

1445-1407
BCE
36
chapters
108
min

The Book of Numbers is the fourth book of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. It tells the story of the Israelites as they journey from Mount Sinai to the Promised Land, following their exodus from Egypt. The book begins with a census of the Israelites, and it includes a number of stories and events that occurred during their journey.One of the main themes of the book is the Israelites' faithfulness to God and their obedience to his commands. The book also includes a number of stories of rebellion and disobedience, as well as stories of God's punishment and mercy.Key figures in the book of Numbers include Moses, who led the Israelites on their journey, and Aaron, the first high priest of the Israelites. The book also mentions various other Israelite leaders and officials, such as the priests and the Levites, who were responsible for carrying out the various laws and instructions given by God. The book also includes stories of various individuals, such as Miriam, Aaron's sister, and Balaam, a prophet hired by the Moabites to curse the Israelites.

The Book of Numbers is the fourth book of the Hebrew Bible and the fourth of the five books of the Torah. It is a narrative of the Israelites’ journey from Mount Sinai to the Promised Land, and it is the longest book of the Torah. The book is divided into three main sections: the first section recounts the Israelites’ journey from Sinai to the plains of Moab; the second section recounts the laws and regulations that the Israelites were to observe; and the third section recounts the Israelites’ journey from the plains of Moab to the Promised Land. The first section of the book begins with the Israelites’ departure from Sinai and their journey to the plains of Moab. Along the way, the Israelites are tested by God and are punished for their disobedience. The second section of the book contains the laws and regulations that the Israelites were to observe, including the laws of the Sabbath, the dietary laws, and the laws of the priesthood. The third section of the book recounts the Israelites’ journey from the plains of Moab to the Promised Land. This section includes the story of the spies, the rebellion of Korah, and the death of Moses. The Book of Numbers is an important book in the Bible because it provides a detailed account of the Israelites’ journey from Sinai to the Promised Land. It also provides a glimpse into the laws and regulations that the Israelites were to observe. The book is also important because it provides a glimpse into the relationship between God and the Israelites, and it serves as a reminder of the importance of obedience to God’s commands.

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The Census of the Israelites

Numbers, 1

54 verses ● 5 min

A census is taken of the Israelites, and the organization of the tribes is outlined.

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The Arrangement of the Camps

Numbers, 2

34 verses ● 3 min

The Israelites are organized into four camps, with each tribe assigned a specific position around the Tabernacle.

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The Levites

Numbers, 3

51 verses ● 5 min

A second census is taken of the Levites, and their duties in serving the Tabernacle are outlined.

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The Duties of the Levites

Numbers, 4

49 verses ● 5 min

The duties of the Kohathites, Merarites and Gershonites, the three divisions of the Levites, are outlined.

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The Law of Jealousy

Numbers, 5

31 verses ● 3 min

Instructions are given for dealing with those who have become ceremonially unclean.

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The Law of the Nazirite

Numbers, 6

27 verses ● 3 min

God institutes the law of the Nazirite, which sets out specific rules for those who take a vow to be set apart to God.

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The Altar and Its Vessels

Numbers, 7

89 verses ● 8 min

The leaders of the tribes bring offerings to dedicate the Tabernacle.

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The Consecration of the Levites

Numbers, 8

26 verses ● 3 min

God gives instructions for the lighting and care of the lampstand.

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The Second Passover

Numbers, 9

23 verses ● 2 min

God commands the Israelites to keep the Passover, even if they are ceremonially unclean.

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The Silver Trumpets

Numbers, 10

36 verses ● 4 min

God commands the Israelites to make two silver trumpets for signaling and for calling the assembly.

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The Complaints of the Israelites

Numbers, 11

35 verses ● 3 min

The Israelites complain about the food and God sends quail and a plague.

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Miriam and Aaron Oppose Moses

Numbers, 12

16 verses ● 2 min

Miriam and Aaron speak against Moses, and Miriam is punished with leprosy.

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The Spies Sent to Canaan

Numbers, 13

33 verses ● 3 min

Moses sends out twelve spies to explore the land of Canaan and they bring back a mixed report.

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The Israelites Rebel and are Condemned to Wander in the Wilderness

Numbers, 14

45 verses ● 4 min

The Israelites rebel against God's command to enter the land of Canaan, and as a punishment, they will wander in the wilderness for forty years.

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The Law of Offerings

Numbers, 15

41 verses ● 4 min

God commands the Israelites to offer special sacrifices for unintentional sins.

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Korah's Rebellion

Numbers, 16

50 verses ● 5 min

Korah, Dathan and Abiram rebel against Moses and Aaron, but God destroys them and their followers.

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Aaron's Rod Budded

Numbers, 17

13 verses ● 2 min

God commands that Aaron's rod be kept as a reminder of his chosen position as high priest.

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The Duties of the Priests and Levites

Numbers, 18

32 verses ● 3 min

God commands that the priests, the descendants of Aaron, have the responsibility of the care of the sanctuary and the performance of the priestly service.

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The Water of Purification

Numbers, 19

22 verses ● 2 min

God commands the Israelites to purify themselves with the ashes of a red heifer.

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Water from the Rock

Numbers, 20

29 verses ● 3 min

The Israelites are punished for not believing in God, as a result, Moses is not allowed to enter the promised land.

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The Bronze Serpent

Numbers, 21

35 verses ● 3 min

The Israelites defeat King Sihon and King Og, but they also complain and are punished with fiery serpents.

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Balaam and Balak

Numbers, 22

41 verses ● 4 min

Balaam is hired to curse the Israelites, but he blesses them instead.

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Balaam's Oracles

Numbers, 23

30 verses ● 3 min

Balaam's prophecies of the coming of a great leader, the Messiah.

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Balaam's Blessing

Numbers, 24

25 verses ● 3 min

Balaam's final prophecy and his departure.

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The Sin of Baal Peor

Numbers, 25

18 verses ● 2 min

Israelites commit idolatry and immorality with Moabite women, and a plague breaks out among them as punishment.

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The Census of the Israelites

Numbers, 26

65 verses ● 6 min

A second census is taken of the Israelites and the land is apportioned among the tribes.

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The Daughters of Zelophehad

Numbers, 27

23 verses ● 2 min

The daughters of Zelophehad approach Moses, asking for their father's inheritance, as he has no sons. God commands that the inheritance be passed down to them.

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The Offerings of the Israelites

Numbers, 28

31 verses ● 3 min

God commands the Israelites to offer daily, weekly, and annual burnt offerings, grain offerings and peace offerings.

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The Festivals of the Lord

Numbers, 29

40 verses ● 4 min

God commands the Israelites to offer special burnt offerings and peace offerings on certain appointed festivals.

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The Law of Vows

Numbers, 30

16 verses ● 2 min

God commands that a person's vow must be fulfilled, but also commands that a parent or husband has the right to nullify a vow made by a woman under their authority.

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The War with the Midianites

Numbers, 31

54 verses ● 5 min

God commands the Israelites to destroy the Midianites and Moses is angry with the officers for sparing the women.

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Reuben and Gad Inherit East of Jordan

Numbers, 32

42 verses ● 4 min

The tribes of Reuben and Gad ask Moses for permission to settle in the land east of the Jordan River.

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The Journey of the Israelites

Numbers, 33

56 verses ● 5 min

God commands the Israelites to drive out the inhabitants of the land of Canaan and to divide the land among the tribes.

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The Borders of the Land of Canaan

Numbers, 34

29 verses ● 3 min

God commands the Israelites to appoint Joshua as Moses' successor and to divide the land of Canaan among the tribes.

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Cities for the Levites

Numbers, 35

34 verses ● 3 min

God commands the Israelites to appoint cities of refuge, where those who have killed unintentionally can seek asylum.

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The Law of Inheritance

Numbers, 36

13 verses ● 2 min

God commands that Zelophehad's daughters' inheritance must remain within their own tribe, so that the land allotted to each tribe will not be transferred from one tribe to another.

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