Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Moses did as the LORD commanded: They went up Mount Hor in the sight of the whole community. New Living Translation So Moses did as the LORD commanded. The three of them went up Mount Hor together as the whole community watched. English Standard Version Moses did as the LORD commanded. And they went up Mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. Berean Standard Bible So Moses did as the LORD had commanded, and they climbed Mount Hor in the sight of the whole congregation. Berean Literal Bible And Moses did as YHWH had commanded, and they went up to Mount Hor before the eyes of all the congregation. King James Bible And Moses did as the LORD commanded: and they went up into mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. New King James Version So Moses did just as the LORD commanded, and they went up to Mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. New American Standard Bible So Moses did just as the LORD had commanded, and they went up to Mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. NASB 1995 So Moses did just as the LORD had commanded, and they went up to Mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. NASB 1977 So Moses did just as the LORD had commanded, and they went up to Mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. Legacy Standard Bible So Moses did just as Yahweh had commanded, and they went up to Mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. Amplified Bible So Moses did just as the LORD had commanded; and they went up Mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. Berean Annotated Bible So Moses (drawn out) did as the LORD {YHWH} had commanded, and they climbed Mount Hor (mountain) in the sight of the whole congregation. Christian Standard Bible So Moses did as the LORD commanded, and they climbed Mount Hor in the sight of the whole community. Holman Christian Standard Bible So Moses did as the LORD commanded, and they climbed Mount Hor in the sight of the whole community. American Standard Version And Moses did as Jehovah commanded: and they went up into mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. Contemporary English Version Moses obeyed, and everyone watched as he and Aaron and Eleazar walked to the top of Mount Hor. English Revised Version And Moses did as the LORD commanded: and they went up into mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. GOD'S WORD® Translation Moses did as the LORD commanded. The whole community saw them go up on Mount Hor. Good News Translation Moses did what the LORD had commanded. They went up Mount Hor in the sight of the whole community, International Standard Version So Moses did just what the LORD had commanded. They ascended Mount Hor right in front of the entire community. NET Bible So Moses did as the LORD commanded; and they went up Mount Hor in the sight of the whole community. New Heart English Bible Moses did as the LORD commanded: and they went up into Mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. Webster's Bible Translation And Moses did as the LORD commanded: and they ascended mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo Moses did as the LORD had commanded, and they climbed Mount Hor in the sight of the whole congregation. World English Bible Moses did as Yahweh commanded. They went up onto Mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Moses does as YHWH has commanded, and they go up to Mount Hor before the eyes of all the congregation, Berean Literal Bible And Moses did as YHWH had commanded, and they went up to Mount Hor before the eyes of all the congregation. Young's Literal Translation And Moses doth as Jehovah hath commanded, and they go up unto mount Hor before the eyes of all the company, Smith's Literal Translation And Moses will do as Jehovah commanded: and he will bring him up to mount Hor before the eyes of all the assembly. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleMoses did as the Lord had commanded: and they went up into mount Hor before all the multitude. Catholic Public Domain Version Moses did just as the Lord had instructed. And they ascended mount Hor, in the sight of the entire multitude. New American Bible Moses did as the LORD commanded. When they had climbed Mount Hor in view of the whole community, New Revised Standard Version Moses did as the LORD had commanded; they went up Mount Hor in the sight of the whole congregation. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Moses did as the LORD commanded him; and they went up into mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Moshe did as LORD JEHOVAH ordered him and they went up to Hor Mountain before the eyes of the whole assembly. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Moses did as the LORD commanded; and they went up into mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Moses did as the Lord commanded him, and took him up to mount Or, before all the congregation. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Death of Aaron…26Remove Aaron’s priestly garments and put them on his son Eleazar. Aaron will be gathered to his people and will die there.” 27So Moses did as the LORD had commanded, and they climbed Mount Hor in the sight of the whole congregation. 28After Moses had removed Aaron’s garments and put them on his son Eleazar, Aaron died there on top of the mountain. Then Moses and Eleazar came down from the mountain.… Cross References So Moses did as the LORD had commanded, Exodus 40:16 Moses did everything just as the LORD had commanded him. Exodus 7:6 So Moses and Aaron did just as the LORD had commanded them. Exodus 39:42-43 The Israelites had done all the work just as the LORD had commanded Moses. / And Moses inspected all the work and saw that they had accomplished it just as the LORD had commanded. So Moses blessed them. and they climbed Mount Hor Numbers 33:38-39 At the LORD’s command, Aaron the priest climbed Mount Hor and died there on the first day of the fifth month, in the fortieth year after the Israelites had come out of the land of Egypt. / Aaron was 123 years old when he died on Mount Hor. Deuteronomy 34:1-5 Then Moses went up from the plains of Moab to Mount Nebo, to the top of Pisgah, which faces Jericho. And the LORD showed him the whole land—from Gilead as far as Dan, / all of Naphtali, the land of Ephraim and Manasseh, all the land of Judah as far as the Western Sea, / the Negev, and the region from the Valley of Jericho (the City of Palms) all the way to Zoar. … Deuteronomy 32:48-50 On that same day the LORD said to Moses, / “Go up into the Abarim Range to Mount Nebo, in the land of Moab across from Jericho, and view the land of Canaan, which I am giving to the Israelites as their own possession. / And there on the mountain that you climb, you will die and be gathered to your people, just as your brother Aaron died on Mount Hor and was gathered to his people. in the sight of the whole congregation. Numbers 27:18-23 And the LORD replied to Moses, “Take Joshua son of Nun, a man with the Spirit in him, and lay your hands on him. / Have him stand before Eleazar the priest and the whole congregation, and commission him in their sight. / Confer on him some of your authority, so that the whole congregation of Israel will obey him. … Joshua 8:34-35 Afterward, Joshua read aloud all the words of the law—the blessings and the curses—according to all that is written in the Book of the Law. / There was not a word of all that Moses had commanded that Joshua failed to read before the whole assembly of Israel, including the women, the little ones, and the foreigners who lived among them. Joshua 4:14 On that day the LORD exalted Joshua in the sight of all Israel, and they revered him all the days of his life, just as they had revered Moses. Exodus 24:13 So Moses set out with Joshua his attendant and went up on the mountain of God. Deuteronomy 34:5-6 So Moses the servant of the LORD died there in the land of Moab, as the LORD had said. / And He buried him in a valley in the land of Moab facing Beth-peor, and no one to this day knows the location of his grave. Exodus 17:10-12 Joshua did as Moses had instructed him and fought against the Amalekites, while Moses, Aaron, and Hur went up to the top of the hill. / As long as Moses held up his hands, Israel prevailed; but when he lowered them, Amalek prevailed. / When Moses’ hands grew heavy, they took a stone and put it under him, and he sat on it. Then Aaron and Hur held his hands up, one on each side, so that his hands remained steady until the sun went down. Deuteronomy 10:6 The Israelites traveled from Beeroth Bene-jaakan to Moserah, where Aaron died and was buried, and Eleazar his son succeeded him as priest. Leviticus 8:2-4 “Take Aaron and his sons, their garments, the anointing oil, the bull of the sin offering, the two rams, and the basket of unleavened bread, / and assemble the whole congregation at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting.” / So Moses did as the LORD had commanded him, and the assembly gathered at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. Exodus 28:1 “Next, have your brother Aaron brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar, to serve Me as priests. Hebrews 7:23-28 Now there have been many other priests, since death prevented them from continuing in office. / But because Jesus lives forever, He has a permanent priesthood. / Therefore He is able to save completely those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to intercede for them. … Treasury of Scripture And Moses did as the LORD commanded: and they went up into mount Hor in the sight of all the congregation. Jump to Previous Ascended Assembly Commanded Community Company Congregation Eyes Hor Mount Sight WholeJump to Next Ascended Assembly Commanded Community Company Congregation Eyes Hor Mount Sight WholeNumbers 20 1. The children of Israel come to Zin, where Miriam dies.2. They murmur for want of water 7. Moses smiting the rock, brings forth water at Meribah 14. Moses at Kadesh desires passage through Edom, which is denied him 22. At Mount Hor Aaron resigns his place to Eleazar, and dies So Moses did as the LORD had commanded Moses' obedience to God's command is a recurring theme throughout the Pentateuch. This phrase highlights Moses' role as a faithful servant and leader, emphasizing his submission to divine authority. It reflects the importance of obedience in the covenant relationship between God and His people. This act of obedience is reminiscent of other instances where Moses followed God's instructions, such as the construction of the Tabernacle (Exodus 40:16). It also prefigures the ultimate obedience of Jesus Christ, who perfectly fulfilled the will of the Father (John 6:38). and they climbed Mount Hor in the sight of the whole congregation Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, chosen by God to lead His people out of Egypt and through the wilderness. In this passage, Moses is obedient to God's command. 2. Aaron The brother of Moses and the first high priest of Israel. This chapter marks the end of Aaron's life as he is about to be gathered to his people. 3. Mount Hor A significant location where Aaron's death takes place. It is a mountain in the region of Edom, marking a pivotal moment in Israel's journey. 4. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant God of Israel, who commands Moses and orchestrates the events described. 5. The Congregation of Israel The collective body of the Israelites who witness the events on Mount Hor, representing the community of God's people. Teaching Points Obedience to God's CommandMoses' actions demonstrate the importance of obedience to God's instructions, even in difficult circumstances. Believers are called to trust and follow God's guidance. The Transition of Leadership The event on Mount Hor signifies a transition in leadership, reminding us of the importance of preparing the next generation to carry on God's work. Witness to the Community The presence of the congregation highlights the role of community in witnessing and affirming God's actions. Our faith should be lived out publicly as a testimony to others. The Reality of Mortality Aaron's death serves as a reminder of human mortality and the need to live a life of faithfulness, knowing our time on earth is limited. God's Sovereignty in Life and Death The passage underscores God's sovereignty over life and death, encouraging believers to trust in His perfect plan and timing. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 20:27?2. How does Numbers 20:27 demonstrate obedience to God's instructions through Moses? 3. What can we learn about leadership transitions from Numbers 20:27? 4. How does Numbers 20:27 connect to God's faithfulness in Deuteronomy 34:9? 5. How can we apply the obedience shown in Numbers 20:27 to our lives? 6. What role does trust in God play in the events of Numbers 20:27? 7. Why did Moses obey God's command in Numbers 20:27 despite previous disobedience? 8. How does Numbers 20:27 reflect the theme of leadership transition in the Bible? 9. What is the significance of Aaron's death in Numbers 20:27 for Israel's history? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 20? 11. Why does Deuteronomy 10:6–7 place Aaron’s death at Moserah when Numbers 20:27–28 records it occurred on Mount Hor? 12. Numbers 27:12-14: Why is Moses barred from entering the Promised Land for striking the rock, which seems like a minor offense? 13. Numbers 21:8-9 - Why would God command Moses to create a bronze serpent, seemingly at odds with prohibitions against idol-making in Exodus 20? 14. Numbers 20:8-11 - Why does this passage seem inconsistent with Exodus 17:6 regarding the instructions God gives Moses for drawing water from a rock? What Does Numbers 20:27 Mean So Moses did- Moses’ response is immediate and exact, echoing the pattern seen throughout the wilderness journey (Exodus 40:16; Numbers 27:22–23). - His obedience reminds us that faith without action is incomplete (James 2:17). - By acting without delay, Moses models how trust in God’s word produces concrete steps, not mere intentions. as the LORD had commanded - The command is God-initiated, underscoring divine authority (Numbers 20:24; Deuteronomy 34:4–5). - Moses does not negotiate, alter, or postpone the instruction. This mirrors earlier moments when precise obedience was critical, such as building the tabernacle “according to the pattern” (Exodus 25:9, 40). - Obedience here includes accepting God’s verdict that Aaron’s ministry is ending—an act that required submission to divine justice (Numbers 20:24–26). and they climbed Mount Hor - The “they” refers to Moses, Aaron, and Eleazar (Numbers 20:25). - The ascent fulfills God’s specific directive to transfer the high-priestly garments from Aaron to Eleazar (Numbers 20:26). - Climbing a mountain highlights separation for a holy purpose, reminiscent of Moses ascending Sinai (Exodus 19:3) and foreshadowing other mountaintop transitions, such as Elijah on Horeb (1 Kings 19:8). in the sight of the whole congregation - The public nature of this act confirms God’s choice of leadership and prevents dispute about Aaron’s succession (Numbers 17:10; 2 Corinthians 8:21). - It teaches accountability: leadership changes and divine decisions are not hidden but transparent. - The congregation’s witness also magnifies the solemnity of Aaron’s forthcoming death and the continuity of priestly ministry through Eleazar (Deuteronomy 31:7–8). summary Numbers 20:27 portrays Moses’ prompt, precise obedience to God’s command, the solemn transfer of priestly authority, and the intentional transparency of leadership change before all Israel. The verse affirms that God’s directions are to be carried out exactly, publicly, and trustingly, demonstrating both reverence for His word and care for His people. (27) And they went up into Mount Hor . . . --Some would render to the summit of the mountain, and regard these words as equivalent to those which occur in the following verse, "the top of the mount;" but the same words occur in the fourth verse of the following chapter, where they cannot be thus understood.In the sight of all the congregation.--The place where the people encamped is called Moseroth in Numbers 33:30, and Mosera in Deuteronomy 10:6. Hebrew So Mosesמֹשֶׁ֔ה (mō·šeh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver did וַיַּ֣עַשׂ (way·ya·‘aś) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make as כַּאֲשֶׁ֖ר (ka·’ă·šer) Preposition-k | Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that the LORD יְהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel had commanded, צִוָּ֣ה (ṣiw·wāh) Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6680: To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order and they climbed וַֽיַּעֲלוּ֙ (way·ya·‘ă·lū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively Mount הָהָ֔ר (hā·hār) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2022: Mountain, hill, hill country Hor הֹ֣ר (hōr) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 2023: Hor -- two mountains in Palestine in the sight לְעֵינֵ֖י (lə·‘ê·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - cdc Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain of the whole כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every congregation. הָעֵדָֽה׃ (hā·‘ê·ḏāh) Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5712: A stated assemblage Links Numbers 20:27 NIVNumbers 20:27 NLT Numbers 20:27 ESV Numbers 20:27 NASB Numbers 20:27 KJV Numbers 20:27 BibleApps.com Numbers 20:27 Biblia Paralela Numbers 20:27 Chinese Bible Numbers 20:27 French Bible Numbers 20:27 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 20:27 Moses did as Yahweh commanded: and they (Nu Num.) |
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