Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “Speak to the Israelites and say to them: ‘When you cross the Jordan into Canaan, New Living Translation “Give the following instructions to the people of Israel: When you cross the Jordan River into the land of Canaan, English Standard Version “Speak to the people of Israel and say to them, When you pass over the Jordan into the land of Canaan, Berean Standard Bible “Speak to the Israelites and tell them: When you cross the Jordan into the land of Canaan, Berean Literal Bible “Speak to the sons of Israel, and say to them: When you? have crossed the Jordan into the land of Canaan, King James Bible Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, When ye are passed over Jordan into the land of Canaan; New King James Version “Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them: ‘When you have crossed the Jordan into the land of Canaan, New American Standard Bible “Speak to the sons of Israel and say to them, ‘When you cross the Jordan into the land of Canaan, NASB 1995 “Speak to the sons of Israel and say to them, ‘When you cross over the Jordan into the land of Canaan, NASB 1977 “Speak to the sons of Israel and say to them, ‘When you cross over the Jordan into the land of Canaan, Legacy Standard Bible “Speak to the sons of Israel and say to them, ‘When you cross over the Jordan into the land of Canaan, Amplified Bible “Say to the children of Israel, ‘When you cross the Jordan into the land of Canaan, Berean Annotated Bible “Speak to the Israelites (God prevails) and tell them: When you? cross the Jordan (flowing down) into the land of Canaan (lowland), Christian Standard Bible “Tell the Israelites: When you cross the Jordan into the land of Canaan, Holman Christian Standard Bible Tell the Israelites: When you cross the Jordan into the land of Canaan, American Standard Version Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, When ye pass over the Jordan into the land of Canaan, Contemporary English Version to give the people of Israel this message: When you cross the Jordan River and enter Canaan, English Revised Version Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them, When ye pass over Jordan into the land of Canaan, GOD'S WORD® Translation "Tell the Israelites, 'You will be crossing the Jordan River and entering Canaan. Good News Translation the following instructions for Israel: "When you cross the Jordan into the land of Canaan, International Standard Version "Tell the Israelis that when they have crossed the Jordan River to the land of Canaan, NET Bible "Speak to the Israelites and tell them, 'When you have crossed the Jordan into the land of Canaan, New Heart English Bible Speak to the children of Israel, and tell them, "When you pass over the Jordan into the land of Canaan, Webster's Bible Translation Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them, When ye have passed over Jordan into the land of Canaan; Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“Speak to the Israelites and tell them: When you cross the Jordan into the land of Canaan, World English Bible Speak to the children of Israel, and tell them, “When you pass over the Jordan into the land of Canaan, Literal Translations Literal Standard Version“Speak to the sons of Israel, and you have said to them: When you are passing over the Jordan to the land of Canaan, Berean Literal Bible “Speak to the sons of Israel, and say to them: When you? have crossed the Jordan into the land of Canaan, Young's Literal Translation 'Speak unto the sons of Israel, and thou hast said unto them, When ye are passing over the Jordan unto the land of Canaan, Smith's Literal Translation Speak to the sons of Israel and say to them, When ye are passing over Jordan to the land of Canaan, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleCommand the children of Israel, and say to them: When you shall have passed over the Jordan, entering into the land of Chanaan, Catholic Public Domain Version “Instruct the sons of Israel, and say to them: When you will have crossed over the Jordan, entering into the land of Canaan, New American Bible Speak to the Israelites and say to them: When you go across the Jordan into the land of Canaan, New Revised Standard Version Speak to the Israelites, and say to them: When you cross over the Jordan into the land of Canaan, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSpeak to the children of Israel and say to them, When you cross the Jordan into the land of Canaan; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated “Speak with the children of Israel and say to them, ‘You are passing over the Jordan to the land of Canaan; OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Speak unto the children of Israel, and say unto them: When ye pass over the Jordan into the land of Canaan, Brenton Septuagint Translation Speak to the children of Israel, and thou shalt say to them, Ye are to pass over Jordan into the land of Chanaan. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Instructions for Occupying Canaan50On the plains of Moab by the Jordan across from Jericho, the LORD said to Moses, 51“Speak to the Israelites and tell them: When you cross the Jordan into the land of Canaan, 52you must drive out before you all the inhabitants of the land, destroy all their carved images and cast idols, and demolish all their high places.… Cross References Speak to the Israelites and tell them: Leviticus 19:2 “Speak to the whole congregation of Israel and tell them: Be holy because I, the LORD your God, am holy. Leviticus 1:2 “Speak to the Israelites and tell them: When any of you brings an offering to the LORD, you may bring as your offering an animal from the herd or the flock. Exodus 19:3 Then Moses went up to God, and the LORD called to him from the mountain, “This is what you are to tell the house of Jacob and explain to the sons of Israel: When you cross the Jordan Deuteronomy 27:2 And on the day you cross the Jordan into the land that the LORD your God is giving you, set up large stones and coat them with plaster. Joshua 1:11 “Go through the camp and tell the people, ‘Prepare your provisions, for within three days you will cross the Jordan to go in and take possession of the land that the LORD your God is giving you to possess.’” Deuteronomy 11:31 For you are about to cross the Jordan to enter and possess the land that the LORD your God is giving you. When you take possession of it and settle in it, into the land of Canaan, Leviticus 25:38 I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt to give you the land of Canaan and to be your God. Exodus 6:4 I also established My covenant with them to give them the land of Canaan, the land where they lived as foreigners. Genesis 17:8 And to you and your descendants I will give the land where you are residing—all the land of Canaan—as an eternal possession; and I will be their God.” Joshua 23:12-13 For if you turn away and cling to the rest of these nations that remain among you, and if you intermarry and associate with them, / know for sure that the LORD your God will no longer drive out these nations before you. Instead, they will become for you a snare and a trap, a scourge in your sides and thorns in your eyes, until you perish from this good land that the LORD your God has given you. Deuteronomy 7:1-2 When the LORD your God brings you into the land that you are entering to possess, and He drives out before you many nations—the Hittites, Girgashites, Amorites, Canaanites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites, seven nations larger and stronger than you— / and when the LORD your God has delivered them over to you to defeat them, then you must devote them to complete destruction. Make no treaty with them and show them no mercy. Exodus 23:31-33 And I will establish your borders from the Red Sea to the Sea of the Philistines, and from the desert to the Euphrates. For I will deliver the inhabitants into your hand, and you will drive them out before you. / You shall make no covenant with them or with their gods. / They must not remain in your land, lest they cause you to sin against Me. For if you serve their gods, it will surely be a snare to you.” Deuteronomy 20:16-18 However, in the cities of the nations that the LORD your God is giving you as an inheritance, you must not leave alive anything that breathes. / For you must devote them to complete destruction—the Hittites, Amorites, Canaanites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites—as the LORD your God has commanded you, / so that they cannot teach you to do all the detestable things they do for their gods, and so cause you to sin against the LORD your God. Leviticus 18:24-28 Do not defile yourselves by any of these practices, for by all these things the nations I am driving out before you have defiled themselves. / Even the land has become defiled, so I am punishing it for its sin, and the land will vomit out its inhabitants. / But you are to keep My statutes and ordinances, and you must not commit any of these abominations—neither your native-born nor the foreigner who lives among you. … Judges 2:1-3 Now the angel of the LORD went up from Gilgal to Bochim and said, “I brought you up out of Egypt and led you into the land that I had promised to your fathers, and I said, ‘I will never break My covenant with you, / and you are not to make a covenant with the people of this land, but you shall tear down their altars.’ Yet you have not obeyed My voice. What is this you have done? / So now I tell you that I will not drive out these people before you; they will be thorns in your sides, and their gods will be a snare to you.” Deuteronomy 12:29-31 When the LORD your God cuts off before you the nations you are entering to dispossess, and you drive them out and live in their land, / be careful not to be ensnared by their ways after they have been destroyed before you. Do not inquire about their gods, asking, “How do these nations serve their gods? I will do likewise.” / You must not worship the LORD your God in this way, because they practice for their gods every abomination which the LORD hates. They even burn their sons and daughters in the fire as sacrifices to their gods. Treasury of Scripture Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them, When you are passed over Jordan into the land of Canaan; Deuteronomy 7:1 When the LORD thy God shall bring thee into the land whither thou goest to possess it, and hath cast out many nations before thee, the Hittites, and the Girgashites, and the Amorites, and the Canaanites, and the Perizzites, and the Hivites, and the Jebusites, seven nations greater and mightier than thou; Deuteronomy 9:1 Hear, O Israel: Thou art to pass over Jordan this day, to go in to possess nations greater and mightier than thyself, cities great and fenced up to heaven, Joshua 3:17 And the priests that bare the ark of the covenant of the LORD stood firm on dry ground in the midst of Jordan, and all the Israelites passed over on dry ground, until all the people were passed clean over Jordan. Jump to Previous Canaan Children Cross Israel Israelites Jordan Passed Passing SpeakJump to Next Canaan Children Cross Israel Israelites Jordan Passed Passing SpeakNumbers 33 1. The forty-two journeys of the Israelites50. The Canaanites are to be destroyed Speak to the Israelites and tell them: This phrase indicates a direct command from God to Moses, emphasizing the importance of the message. It reflects the role of Moses as a mediator between God and the Israelites, a common theme throughout the Pentateuch. The Israelites are often reminded of their identity as God's chosen people, which carries both privilege and responsibility. When you cross the Jordan into the land of Canaan, Persons / Places / Events 1. The IsraelitesThe chosen people of God, descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who were delivered from slavery in Egypt and are now on the brink of entering the Promised Land. 2. The Jordan River A significant geographical boundary that the Israelites must cross to enter the land of Canaan. It symbolizes a transition from the wilderness wanderings to the fulfillment of God's promise. 3. The Land of Canaan The Promised Land that God swore to give to the descendants of Abraham. It represents both a physical inheritance and a spiritual promise of rest and blessing. 4. Moses The leader of the Israelites, who is delivering God's instructions to the people. Although he will not enter Canaan himself, he plays a crucial role in preparing the Israelites for this transition. 5. God's Command The directive given by God to the Israelites through Moses, emphasizing obedience and preparation as they enter a new phase in their journey. Teaching Points Obedience to God's CommandsThe Israelites are reminded of the importance of following God's instructions as they enter Canaan. This teaches us the value of obedience in our spiritual journey. Transition and Trust Crossing the Jordan represents a significant transition. In our lives, we face transitions that require trust in God's promises and guidance. Faith in God's Promises The promise of Canaan is a testament to God's faithfulness. We are encouraged to hold onto God's promises, knowing He is faithful to fulfill them. Preparation for New Beginnings Just as the Israelites prepared to enter Canaan, we must prepare our hearts and minds for the new things God is doing in our lives. Spiritual Inheritance Canaan symbolizes a spiritual inheritance. As believers, we are called to live in the fullness of the spiritual blessings available to us in Christ. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 33:51?2. How does Numbers 33:51 instruct us to approach spiritual battles today? 3. What does "speak to the Israelites" reveal about God's communication with His people? 4. How can we apply the command to "drive out" in our spiritual lives? 5. Connect Numbers 33:51 with Ephesians 6:12 on spiritual warfare. 6. What modern "inhabitants" must we "drive out" to maintain spiritual purity? 7. What does Numbers 33:51 reveal about God's instructions to the Israelites entering Canaan? 8. How does Numbers 33:51 reflect the historical context of the Israelites' journey? 9. What theological implications arise from God's command in Numbers 33:51? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 33? 11. Why does Numbers 34 mention Mount Hor (v. 7-8) as a boundary marker when some scholars debate its actual location? 12. Who was Gad in the Bible? 13. Numbers 33:50-56: Why does the text insist on divinely sanctioned warfare for taking the land when later prophets and passages emphasize peace, suggesting an inconsistency in divine commands? 14. Who were the 12 tribes of Israel? What Does Numbers 33:51 Mean Speak to the Israelites- God initiates communication; Moses is merely the mouthpiece. Exodus 19:3-6 shows the same pattern: God speaks, Moses relays. - The directive is national, not individual. Psalm 105:6-11 reminds Israel that the whole people are heirs of the covenant. - By addressing “the Israelites,” the Lord underlines covenant identity—just as in Leviticus 26:46, where laws are framed within relationship, not mere regulation. and tell them - The phrase stresses obedience to divine instruction. Deuteronomy 5:31 echoes this: “But you, stand here with Me, so that I may tell you all the commandments…” - God’s authority flows through His word; Isaiah 55:11 assures that His spoken word accomplishes what He desires. - The command leaves no room for alteration; Revelation 22:18-19 later warns against adding or subtracting from God’s word, proving the continuity of this principle. When you cross the Jordan - The crossing is assumed, not hypothetical. Joshua 1:2 records the fulfillment: “Cross this Jordan, you and all this people, into the land…” - It signals transition from wilderness wandering to covenant inheritance; Hebrews 4:8-9 uses the Jordan crossing to prefigure entering God’s rest. - The river marks a boundary ordained by God, just as Acts 17:26 speaks of Him setting nations’ boundaries. into the land of Canaan - The destination is precise, grounding the promise first given in Genesis 17:8 to Abraham. - Calling it “the land of Canaan” reminds Israel that the territory is currently occupied, yet destined for them (Exodus 3:8). - Possession is conditional upon obedience; Numbers 33:55-56 immediately warns of consequences if they tolerate Canaanite idols, paralleling 2 Corinthians 6:17’s call to separation. summary Numbers 33:51 captures a pivotal moment: the covenant God instructs His covenant people, through His chosen mediator, to prepare for a certain, God-given transition into a specific promised land. It stresses divine authority, national identity, assured fulfillment, and the call to obedient faith as the threshold of inheritance approaches. Verse 51. - When ye are passed over Jordan. Previous legislation had anticipated the time when they should have come into their own land (cf. Numbers 15:2; Leviticus 23:10), but now the crossing of the river is spoken of as the last step on their journey home.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew “Speak toדַּבֵּר֙ (dab·bêr) Verb - Piel - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue the Israelites בְּנֵ֣י (bə·nê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son and tell וְאָמַרְתָּ֖ (wə·’ā·mar·tā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say them: אֲלֵהֶ֑ם (’ă·lê·hem) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to When כִּ֥י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction you אַתֶּ֛ם (’at·tem) Pronoun - second person masculine plural Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you cross עֹבְרִ֥ים (‘ō·ḇə·rîm) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 5674: To pass over, through, or by, pass on the Jordan הַיַּרְדֵּ֖ן (hay·yar·dên) Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3383: Jordan -- the principal river of Palestine into אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the land אֶ֥רֶץ (’e·reṣ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 776: Earth, land of Canaan, כְּנָֽעַן׃ (kə·nā·‘an) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3667: Canaan -- a son of Ham, also his descendants and their land West of the Jordan Links Numbers 33:51 NIVNumbers 33:51 NLT Numbers 33:51 ESV Numbers 33:51 NASB Numbers 33:51 KJV Numbers 33:51 BibleApps.com Numbers 33:51 Biblia Paralela Numbers 33:51 Chinese Bible Numbers 33:51 French Bible Numbers 33:51 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 33:51 Speak to the children of Israel (Nu Num.) |
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