Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version See what the land is like and whether the people who live there are strong or weak, few or many. New Living Translation See what the land is like, and find out whether the people living there are strong or weak, few or many. English Standard Version and see what the land is, and whether the people who dwell in it are strong or weak, whether they are few or many, Berean Standard Bible See what the land is like and whether its people are strong or weak, few or many. King James Bible And see the land, what it is; and the people that dwelleth therein, whether they be strong or weak, few or many; New King James Version and see what the land is like: whether the people who dwell in it are strong or weak, few or many; New American Standard Bible See what the land is like, and whether the people who live in it are strong or weak, whether they are few or many. NASB 1995 “See what the land is like, and whether the people who live in it are strong or weak, whether they are few or many. NASB 1977 “And see what the land is like, and whether the people who live in it are strong or weak, whether they are few or many. Legacy Standard Bible And see what the land is like, and whether the people who live in it are strong or weak, whether they are few or many. Amplified Bible See what the land is like and whether the people who live there are strong or weak, few or many, Christian Standard Bible See what the land is like, and whether the people who live there are strong or weak, few or many. Holman Christian Standard Bible See what the land is like, and whether the people who live there are strong or weak, few or many. American Standard Version and see the land, what it is; and the people that dwell therein, whether they are strong or weak, whether they are few or many; Contemporary English Version and find out what those regions are like. Be sure to remember how many people live there, how strong they are, English Revised Version and see the land, what it is; and the people that dwelleth therein, whether they be strong or weak, whether they be few or many; GOD'S WORD® Translation See what the land is like and whether the people living there are strong or weak, few or many. Good News Translation Find out what kind of country it is, how many people live there, and how strong they are. International Standard Version See what the land is like. Observe whether the people who live there are strong or weak, or whether they're few or numerous. NET Bible and see what the land is like, and whether the people who live in it are strong or weak, few or many, New Heart English Bible and see the land, what it is; and the people who dwell in it, whether they are strong or weak, whether they are few or many; Webster's Bible Translation And see the land, what it is; and the people that dwell therein, whether they are strong or weak, few or many; Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSee what the land is like and whether its people are strong or weak, few or many. World English Bible See the land, what it is; and the people who dwell therein, whether they are strong or weak, whether they are few or many; Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand have seen the land, what it [is], and the people which is dwelling on it, whether it [is] strong or feeble, [and] whether it [is] few or many; Young's Literal Translation and have seen the land what it is, and the people which is dwelling on it, whether it is strong or feeble; whether it is few or many; Smith's Literal Translation And see the land what it is, and the people dwelling upon it, whether it is strong or relaxed, whether it is few or many; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleView the land, of what sort it is: and the people that are the inhabitants thereof, whether they be strong or weak: few in number or many: Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible and see what kind of land it is and whether the people living there are strong or weak, few or many. New Revised Standard Version and see what the land is like, and whether the people who live in it are strong or weak, whether they are few or many, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd see what the land is, and the people who dwell in it, whether they are strong or weak, few or many; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And see the land, what it is, and the people dwelling in it, if it is strong or weak, or it is few or many. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and see the land, what it is; and the people that dwelleth therein, whether they are strong or weak, whether they are few or many; Brenton Septuagint Translation and ye shall see the land, what it is, and the people that dwells on it, whether it is strong or weak, or whether they are few or many. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Spies Explore Canaan…17When Moses sent them to spy out the land of Canaan, he told them, “Go up through the Negev and into the hill country. 18See what the land is like and whether its people are strong or weak, few or many. 19Is the land where they live good or bad? Are the cities where they dwell open camps or fortifications?… Cross References Joshua 2:1-24 Then Joshua son of Nun secretly sent two spies from Shittim, saying, “Go, inspect the land, especially Jericho.” So they went and entered the house of a prostitute named Rahab and stayed there. / And it was reported to the king of Jericho: “Behold, some men of Israel have come here tonight to spy out the land.” / So the king of Jericho sent to Rahab and said, “Bring out the men who came to you and entered your house, for they have come to spy out the whole land.” ... Deuteronomy 1:22-25 Then all of you approached me and said, “Let us send men ahead of us to search out the land and bring us word of what route to follow and which cities to enter.” / The plan seemed good to me, so I selected twelve men from among you, one from each tribe. / They left and went up into the hill country, and came to the Valley of Eshcol and spied out the land. ... Joshua 14:7-8 I was forty years old when Moses the servant of the LORD sent me from Kadesh-barnea to spy out the land, and I brought back to him an honest report. / Although my brothers who went with me made the hearts of the people melt with fear, I remained loyal to the LORD my God. Hebrews 11:1-2 Now faith is the assurance of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see. / This is why the ancients were commended. Deuteronomy 9:1-3 Hear, O Israel: Today you are about to cross the Jordan to go in and dispossess nations greater and stronger than you, with large cities fortified to the heavens. / The people are strong and tall, the descendants of the Anakim. You know about them, and you have heard it said, “Who can stand up to the sons of Anak?” / But understand that today the LORD your God goes across ahead of you as a consuming fire; He will destroy them and subdue them before you. And you will drive them out and annihilate them swiftly, as the LORD has promised you. Joshua 6:22-25 Meanwhile, Joshua told the two men who had spied out the land, “Go into the house of the prostitute and bring out the woman and all who are with her, just as you promised her.” / So the young spies went in and brought out Rahab, her father and mother and brothers, and all who belonged to her. They brought out her whole family and settled them outside the camp of Israel. / Then the Israelites burned up the city and everything in it. However, they put the silver and gold and articles of bronze and iron into the treasury of the LORD’s house. ... Judges 18:2-10 So the Danites sent out five men from their clans, men of valor from Zorah and Eshtaol, to spy out the land and explore it. “Go and explore the land,” they told them. The men entered the hill country of Ephraim and came to the house of Micah, where they spent the night. / And while they were near Micah’s house, they recognized the voice of the young Levite; so they went over and asked him, “Who brought you here? What are you doing in this place? Why are you here?” / “Micah has done this and that for me,” he replied, “and he has hired me to be his priest.” ... 1 Samuel 26:4 David sent out spies to verify that Saul had arrived. 2 Samuel 10:3 the princes of the Ammonites said to Hanun their lord, “Just because David has sent you comforters, do you really believe he is showing respect for your father? Has not David instead sent his servants to explore the city, spy it out, and overthrow it?” 2 Kings 6:13-14 So the king said, “Go and see where he is, that I may send men to capture him.” On receiving the report, “Elisha is in Dothan,” / the king of Aram sent horses, chariots, and a great army. They went there by night and surrounded the city. Matthew 10:16 Behold, I am sending you out like sheep among wolves; therefore be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves. Luke 10:3 Go! I am sending you out like lambs among wolves. John 7:24 Stop judging by outward appearances, and start judging justly.” Acts 17:11 Now the Bereans were more noble-minded than the Thessalonians, for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if these teachings were true. 1 Corinthians 16:13 Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong. Treasury of Scripture And see the land, what it is, and the people that dwells therein, whether they be strong or weak, few or many; Exodus 3:8 And I am come down to deliver them out of the hand of the Egyptians, and to bring them up out of that land unto a good land and a large, unto a land flowing with milk and honey; unto the place of the Canaanites, and the Hittites, and the Amorites, and the Perizzites, and the Hivites, and the Jebusites. Ezekiel 34:14 I will feed them in a good pasture, and upon the high mountains of Israel shall their fold be: there shall they lie in a good fold, and in a fat pasture shall they feed upon the mountains of Israel. Jump to Previous Dwell Dwelleth Dwelling Small Strong Therein Weak WhetherJump to Next Dwell Dwelleth Dwelling Small Strong Therein Weak WhetherNumbers 13 1. The names of the men who were sent to search the land17. Their instructions 21. Their acts 26. Their relation See what the land is like This phrase initiates the reconnaissance mission commanded by Moses. The land in question is Canaan, the Promised Land, which God had assured to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The exploration of the land is a step of faith and obedience, as the Israelites are on the brink of entering a territory that has been divinely promised to them. The land's characteristics are crucial for understanding its potential for settlement and agriculture, reflecting God's promise of a "land flowing with milk and honey" (Exodus 3:8). This exploration is not just a physical assessment but also a spiritual test of trust in God's provision. and whether its people are strong or weak few or many Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites who sent the twelve spies, including Joshua and Caleb, to explore the land of Canaan. 2. The Twelve Spies Representatives from each of the twelve tribes of Israel tasked with scouting the Promised Land. 3. Canaan The land promised by God to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, which the Israelites were to inherit. 4. Israelites The people of God, descendants of the twelve tribes of Israel, who were journeying from Egypt to the Promised Land. 5. The Wilderness of Paran The location from which the spies were sent to explore Canaan. Teaching Points Faith in God's PromisesThe exploration of Canaan was an opportunity for the Israelites to trust in God's promise of the land. Believers today are called to trust in God's promises, even when circumstances seem daunting. The Importance of Obedience Moses' instruction to the spies highlights the importance of obedience to God's commands. Christians are reminded to follow God's guidance in their lives. Assessing Challenges with Wisdom The task given to the spies was to assess the land and its people. Believers should approach life's challenges with wisdom and discernment, seeking God's perspective. Community and Leadership The selection of leaders from each tribe to spy the land underscores the role of community and leadership in God's plan. Christians are encouraged to support and pray for their leaders. Courage in the Face of Adversity The spies' mission required courage. Similarly, believers are called to be courageous in their faith, trusting that God is with them in every situation. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Numbers 13What is the Bible's perspective on black people? What did the twelve spies report about Canaan? Numbers 31 compared to earlier laws in Exodus and Leviticus: Why does this narrative's approach to warfare seem inconsistent with other divine commandments? What are key events in Joshua's life?(18) And see the land.--Or, inspect the land. The same word is used of the inspection of the leper by the priest in Leviticus 13:3; Leviticus 13:5-6; Leviticus 13:10; Leviticus 13:13, &c.Verse 18. - Whether they be strong or weak, few or many. It would appear that Moses was guilty of some indiscretion at least in giving these directions. Whether the people were strong or weak, many or few, should have been nothing to the Israelites. It was God that gave them the land; they had only to take possession boldly. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Seeוּרְאִיתֶ֥ם (ū·rə·’î·ṯem) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 7200: To see what מַה־ (mah-) Interrogative Strong's 4100: What?, what!, indefinitely what the land הָאָ֖רֶץ (hā·’ā·reṣ) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land is like הִ֑וא (hî) Pronoun - third person feminine singular Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are and וְאֶת־ (wə·’eṯ-) Conjunctive waw | Direct object marker Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case whether its people הָעָם֙ (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock are strong הֶחָזָ֥ק (he·ḥā·zāq) Article | Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2389: Strong, stout, mighty or weak, הֲרָפֶ֔ה (hă·rā·p̄eh) Article | Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 7504: An Israelite in the line of Saul few הַמְעַ֥ט (ham·‘aṭ) Article | Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 4592: A little, fewness, a few or אִם־ (’im-) Conjunction Strong's 518: Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not many. רָֽב׃ (rāḇ) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 7227: Much, many, great Links Numbers 13:18 NIVNumbers 13:18 NLT Numbers 13:18 ESV Numbers 13:18 NASB Numbers 13:18 KJV Numbers 13:18 BibleApps.com Numbers 13:18 Biblia Paralela Numbers 13:18 Chinese Bible Numbers 13:18 French Bible Numbers 13:18 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 13:18 And see the land what it is (Nu Num.) |
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