Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version So they moved away from the tents of Korah, Dathan and Abiram. Dathan and Abiram had come out and were standing with their wives, children and little ones at the entrances to their tents. New Living Translation So all the people stood back from the tents of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. Then Dathan and Abiram came out and stood at the entrances of their tents, together with their wives and children and little ones. English Standard Version So they got away from the dwelling of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. And Dathan and Abiram came out and stood at the door of their tents, together with their wives, their sons, and their little ones. Berean Standard Bible So they moved away from the dwellings of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. Meanwhile, Dathan and Abiram had come out and stood at the entrances to their tents with their wives and children and infants. King James Bible So they gat up from the tabernacle of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, on every side: and Dathan and Abiram came out, and stood in the door of their tents, and their wives, and their sons, and their little children. New King James Version So they got away from around the tents of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram; and Dathan and Abiram came out and stood at the door of their tents, with their wives, their sons, and their little children. New American Standard Bible So they moved away from the areas around the tents of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram; and Dathan and Abiram came out and stood at the entrances of their tents, along with their wives, their sons, and their little ones. NASB 1995 So they got back from around the dwellings of Korah, Dathan and Abiram; and Dathan and Abiram came out and stood at the doorway of their tents, along with their wives and their sons and their little ones. NASB 1977 So they got back from around the dwellings of Korah, Dathan and Abiram; and Dathan and Abiram came out and stood at the doorway of their tents, along with their wives and their sons and their little ones. Legacy Standard Bible So they got back from around the dwellings of Korah, Dathan and Abiram; but Dathan and Abiram came out and stood at the doorway of their tents, along with their wives and their sons and their little ones. Amplified Bible So they got back from around the tents of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram; and Dathan and Abiram came out and stood at the doorway of their tents with their wives and their sons and their little children. Christian Standard Bible So they got away from the dwellings of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. Meanwhile, Dathan and Abiram came out and stood at the entrance of their tents with their wives, children, and infants. Holman Christian Standard Bible So they got away from the dwellings of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. Meanwhile, Dathan and Abiram came out and stood at the entrance of their tents with their wives, children, and infants. American Standard Version So they gat them up from the tabernacle of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, on every side: and Dathan and Abiram came out, and stood at the door of their tents, and their wives, and their sons, and their little ones. Contemporary English Version So everyone moved away from those tents, except Korah, Dathan, Abiram, and their families. English Revised Version So they gat them up from the tabernacle of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, on every side: and Dathan and Abiram came out, and stood at the door of their tents, and their wives, and their sons, and their little ones. GOD'S WORD® Translation So they moved away from the tents of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. Dathan and Abiram had come out and were standing at the entrances to their tents with their wives and children. Good News Translation So they moved away from the tents of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. Dathan and Abiram had come out and were standing at the entrance of their tents, with their wives and children. International Standard Version So they all moved away from the entire area where Korah, Dathan, and Abiram were living. Now Korah, Dathan, and Abiram stood at the entrance to their tents with their wives, sons, and little children. NET Bible So they got away from the homes of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram on every side, and Dathan and Abiram came out and stationed themselves in the entrances of their tents with their wives, their children, and their toddlers. New Heart English Bible So they went away from the tent of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, on every side: and Dathan and Abiram came out, and stood at the door of their tents, and their wives, and their sons, and their little ones. Webster's Bible Translation So they withdrew from the tabernacle of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, on every side: and Dathan and Abiram came out, and stood in the door of their tents, and their wives, and their sons, and their little children. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo they moved away from the dwellings of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. Meanwhile, Dathan and Abiram had come out and stood at the entrances to their tents with their wives and children and infants. World English Bible So they went away from the tent of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, on every side. Dathan and Abiram came out, and stood at the door of their tents with their wives, their sons, and their little ones. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd they go up from the dwelling place of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, from all around, and Dathan and Abiram have come out, standing at the opening of their tents, with their wives, and their sons, and their infants. Young's Literal Translation And they go up from the tabernacle of Korah, Dathan and Abiram, from round about, and Dathan, and Abiram have come out, standing at the opening of their tents, and their wives, and their sons, and their infants. Smith's Literal Translation And they will go up from the tent of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, from round about; and Dathan and Abiram will come forth, standing at the door of their tents, and their wives and their sons and their little ones. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when they were departed from their tents round about, Dathan and Abiron coming out stood in the entry of their pavilions with their wives and children, and all the people. Catholic Public Domain Version And when they had withdrawn from their tents all around, Dathan and Abiram came out and stood at the entrance of their pavilions, with their wives and children, and with all their associates. New American Bible So they withdrew from the area around the tents of Korah, Dathan and Abiram. When Dathan and Abiram had come out and were standing at the entrance of their tents with their wives, their children, and their little ones, New Revised Standard Version So they got away from the dwellings of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram; and Dathan and Abiram came out and stood at the entrance of their tents, together with their wives, their children, and their little ones. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSo they withdrew from the tents of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram; and Dathan and Abiram came out, and stood in the door of their tents with their wives and their sons and their little ones. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And they withdrew from the tent of Qorakh and of Dathan and of Abiram, and Dathan and Abiram went out standing in the doorway of their tents, and their wives and their children and their little ones. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917So they got them up from the dwelling of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, on every side; and Dathan and Abiram came out, and stood at the door of their tents, with their wives, and their sons, and their little ones. Brenton Septuagint Translation And they stood aloof from the tent of Core round about; and Dathan and Abiron went forth and stood by the doors of their tents, and their wives and their children and their store. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Moses Separates the People…26And he warned the congregation, “Move away now from the tents of these wicked men. Do not touch anything that belongs to them, or you will be swept away because of all their sins.” 27So they moved away from the dwellings of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. Meanwhile, Dathan and Abiram had come out and stood at the entrances to their tents with their wives and children and infants. Cross References Jude 1:11 Woe to them! They have traveled the path of Cain; they have rushed headlong into the error of Balaam; they have perished in Korah’s rebellion. 2 Timothy 2:19 Nevertheless, God’s firm foundation stands, bearing this seal: “The Lord knows those who are His,” and, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord must turn away from iniquity.” Psalm 106:16-18 In the camp they envied Moses, as well as Aaron, the holy one of the LORD. / The earth opened up and swallowed Dathan; it covered the assembly of Abiram. / Then fire blazed through their company; flames consumed the wicked. 1 Samuel 15:23 For rebellion is like the sin of divination, and arrogance is like the wickedness of idolatry. Because you have rejected the word of the LORD, He has rejected you as king.” Acts 5:37 After him, Judas the Galilean appeared in the days of the census and drew away people after him. He too perished, and all his followers were scattered. 2 Peter 2:15 They have left the straight way and wandered off to follow the way of Balaam son of Beor, who loved the wages of wickedness. Matthew 15:14 Disregard them! They are blind guides. If a blind man leads a blind man, both will fall into a pit.” Hebrews 12:25 See to it that you do not refuse Him who speaks. For if the people did not escape when they refused Him who warned them on earth, how much less will we escape if we reject Him who warns us from heaven? Deuteronomy 11:6 and what He did in the midst of all the Israelites to Dathan and Abiram, the sons of Eliab the Reubenite, when the earth opened its mouth and swallowed them, their households, their tents, and every living thing that belonged to them. 1 Corinthians 10:10 And do not complain, as some of them did, and were killed by the destroying angel. Isaiah 3:11 Woe to the wicked; disaster is upon them! For they will be repaid with what their hands have done. Proverbs 11:21 Be assured that the wicked will not go unpunished, but the offspring of the righteous will escape. Romans 16:17 Now I urge you, brothers, to watch out for those who create divisions and obstacles that are contrary to the teaching you have learned. Turn away from them. Ezekiel 18:30 Therefore, O house of Israel, I will judge you, each according to his ways, declares the Lord GOD. Repent and turn from all your transgressions, so that your iniquity will not become your downfall. Jeremiah 6:19 Hear, O earth! I am bringing disaster on this people, the fruit of their own schemes, because they have paid no attention to My word and have rejected My instruction. Treasury of Scripture So they got up from the tabernacle of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, on every side: and Dathan and Abiram came out, and stood in the door of their tents, and their wives, and their sons, and their little children. and stood 2 Kings 9:30,31 And when Jehu was come to Jezreel, Jezebel heard of it; and she painted her face, and tired her head, and looked out at a window… Job 9:4 He is wise in heart, and mighty in strength: who hath hardened himself against him, and hath prospered? Job 40:10,11 Deck thyself now with majesty and excellency; and array thyself with glory and beauty… Jump to Previous Abiram Abi'ram Children Dathan Door Doorway Dwelling Dwellings Entrance Habitation Korah Little Ones Side Standing Stood Tabernacle Tent Tents Together Withdrew WivesJump to Next Abiram Abi'ram Children Dathan Door Doorway Dwelling Dwellings Entrance Habitation Korah Little Ones Side Standing Stood Tabernacle Tent Tents Together Withdrew WivesNumbers 16 1. The rebellion of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram23. Moses separates the people from the rebels' tents 31. The earth swallows up Korah, and a fire consumes others 36. The censers are reserved to holy use 41. 14,700 are slain by a plague, for murmuring against Moses and Aaron 46. Aaron by incense stays the plague So they moved away from the dwellings of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. This phrase refers to the Israelites obeying Moses' warning to distance themselves from the rebellious leaders Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. The context is a rebellion against Moses and Aaron's leadership, which is seen as a challenge to God's appointed order. The act of moving away signifies a separation from sin and rebellion, a theme echoed in other scriptures such as 2 Corinthians 6:17, which calls believers to separate from unrighteousness. The dwellings of these men were likely tents, as the Israelites were still in the wilderness, emphasizing the transient nature of their rebellion against God's eternal plan. Meanwhile, Dathan and Abiram had come out and stood at the entrances to their tents with their wives and children and infants. Persons / Places / Events 1. KorahA Levite who led a rebellion against Moses and Aaron, challenging their leadership and the priesthood. 2. Dathan and Abiram Reubenites who joined Korah in his rebellion, questioning Moses' leadership and God's chosen order. 3. The Dwellings The tents of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, which became the focal point of God's impending judgment. 4. The Congregation The Israelites who were instructed to distance themselves from the rebels to avoid sharing in their punishment. 5. The Rebellion A significant event where Korah, Dathan, and Abiram opposed Moses, leading to divine judgment. Teaching Points The Danger of RebellionRebellion against God’s appointed leaders is ultimately rebellion against God Himself. This passage serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of such actions. The Importance of Obedience The Israelites were instructed to separate themselves from the rebels, highlighting the importance of obedience to God's commands to avoid sharing in the judgment. Leadership and Authority God establishes leaders for His purposes. Challenging this divine order can lead to severe consequences, as seen in the fate of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. Family and Influence The presence of the families of Dathan and Abiram at the entrances of their tents illustrates how rebellion can affect entire households. Our actions and attitudes can have profound impacts on those closest to us. God’s Justice and Mercy While God’s judgment was severe, His instructions to the congregation to distance themselves show His mercy in providing a way of escape for those who obey. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Numbers 16Who was Abiram in the Bible? Does the severity of punishment in Numbers 16 align with the New Testament portrayal of a forgiving God? If God is just, why were thousands punished for the actions of a few in Numbers 16:49? Why does God's response in Numbers 16:44-45 seem inconsistent with His mercy in other parts of the Bible?(27) And Dathan and Abiram came out . . . --No mention is made of the position of Korah at this time, neither is any mention made of his sons, who, as we learn from Numbers 26:11, "died not" when the company of Korah died. His descendants are mentioned in 1Chronicles 6:22-38, and mention is made of "the sons of Korah" in the titles of eleven of the Psalms. Samuel the prophet and Heman the singer were of this family (1Chronicles 6:22; 1Chronicles 6:33).Verse 27. - And Dathan and Abiram... stood in the door of their tents. To see what Moses would do. Nothing is said of Korah. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So they moved awayוַיֵּעָל֗וּ (way·yê·‘ā·lū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Nifal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively from מֵעַ֧ל (mê·‘al) Preposition-m Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the dwellings מִשְׁכַּן־ (miš·kan-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4908: A residence, the Tabernacle of Korah, קֹ֛רֶח (qō·reḥ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7141: Korah -- an Edomite name, also an Israelite name Dathan, דָּתָ֥ן (dā·ṯān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1885: Dathan -- a Reubenite and Abiram. וַאֲבִירָ֖ם (wa·’ă·ḇî·rām) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 48: Abiram -- 'exalted father', an Israelite name Meanwhile, מִסָּבִ֑יב (mis·sā·ḇîḇ) Preposition-m | Adverb Strong's 5439: A circle, neighbour, environs, around Dathan וְדָתָ֨ן (wə·ḏā·ṯān) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1885: Dathan -- a Reubenite and Abiram וַאֲבִירָ֜ם (wa·’ă·ḇî·rām) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 48: Abiram -- 'exalted father', an Israelite name had come out יָצְא֣וּ (yā·ṣə·’ū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim and stood נִצָּבִ֗ים (niṣ·ṣā·ḇîm) Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 5324: To take one's stand, stand at the entrance פֶּ֚תַח (pe·ṯaḥ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6607: An opening, door, entrance way of their tents אָֽהֳלֵיהֶ֔ם (’ā·ho·lê·hem) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 168: A tent with their wives וּנְשֵׁיהֶ֥ם (ū·nə·šê·hem) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female and children וּבְנֵיהֶ֖ם (ū·ḇə·nê·hem) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 1121: A son and infants. וְטַפָּֽם׃ (wə·ṭap·pām) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 2945: A family Links Numbers 16:27 NIVNumbers 16:27 NLT Numbers 16:27 ESV Numbers 16:27 NASB Numbers 16:27 KJV Numbers 16:27 BibleApps.com Numbers 16:27 Biblia Paralela Numbers 16:27 Chinese Bible Numbers 16:27 French Bible Numbers 16:27 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 16:27 So they got them up (Nu Num.) |
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