The Book of Numbers
Numbers chronicles the Israelites' journey from Mount Sinai to the borders of Canaan. The book derives its name from two censuses taken of the people. It documents their trials, rebellions, and God's guidance during their 40-year wilderness wandering.
Initially, the Israelites prepare to enter Canaan, but due to their lack of faith and disobedience—especially after the negative report of ten spies—they are condemned to wander until the disbelieving generation dies. Throughout their travels, they face hardships, including lack of food and water, attacks from neighboring nations, and internal disputes.
Significant events include the rebellion of Korah, Moses striking a rock in anger (leading to his own punishment), and the episode of Balaam, a non-Israelite prophet who blesses rather than curses Israel. The book ends with the new generation of Israelites on the brink of entering the Promised Land. Numbers underscores themes of faith, consequences of disobedience, and divine leadership.
Initially, the Israelites prepare to enter Canaan, but due to their lack of faith and disobedience—especially after the negative report of ten spies—they are condemned to wander until the disbelieving generation dies. Throughout their travels, they face hardships, including lack of food and water, attacks from neighboring nations, and internal disputes.
Significant events include the rebellion of Korah, Moses striking a rock in anger (leading to his own punishment), and the episode of Balaam, a non-Israelite prophet who blesses rather than curses Israel. The book ends with the new generation of Israelites on the brink of entering the Promised Land. Numbers underscores themes of faith, consequences of disobedience, and divine leadership.
Chapters 36
Numbers 154 verses• 7 minNumbers 234 verses• 5 minNumbers 351 verses• 7 minNumbers 449 verses• 8 minNumbers 531 verses• 5 minNumbers 627 verses• 4 minNumbers 789 versesNumbers 826 versesNumbers 923 verses• 4 minNumbers 1036 verses• 5 minNumbers 1135 verses• 6 minNumbers 1216 verses• 2 minNumbers 1333 verses• 4 minNumbers 1445 verses• 7 minNumbers 1541 verses• 6 minNumbers 1650 verses• 8 minNumbers 1713 verses• 2 minNumbers 1832 verses• 6 minNumbers 1922 verses• 4 minNumbers 2029 verses• 4 minNumbers 2135 verses• 5 minNumbers 2241 verses• 7 minNumbers 2330 verses• 4 minNumbers 2425 verses• 4 minNumbers 2518 verses• 2 minNumbers 2665 verses• 9 minNumbers 2723 verses• 3 minNumbers 2831 verses• 4 minNumbers 2940 verses• 5 minNumbers 3016 verses• 3 minNumbers 3154 verses• 7 minNumbers 3242 verses• 6 minNumbers 3356 verses• 5 minNumbers 3429 verses• 3 minNumbers 3534 verses• 5 minNumbers 3613 verses• 2 min