Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The LORD spoke to Moses in the Desert of Sinai in the first month of the second year after they came out of Egypt. He said, New Living Translation A year after Israel’s departure from Egypt, the LORD spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai. In the first month of that year he said, English Standard Version And the LORD spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, saying, Berean Standard Bible In the first month of the second year after Israel had come out of the land of Egypt, the LORD spoke to Moses in the Wilderness of Sinai: Berean Literal Bible And YHWH spoke to Moses in the Wilderness of Sinai the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, in the first month, saying, King James Bible And the LORD spake unto Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they were come out of the land of Egypt, saying, New King James Version Now the LORD spoke to Moses in the Wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, saying: New American Standard Bible Now the LORD spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, saying, NASB 1995 Thus the LORD spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, saying, NASB 1977 Thus the LORD spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, saying, Legacy Standard Bible Thus Yahweh spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, saying, Amplified Bible The LORD spoke to Moses in the Wilderness of Sinai in the first month of the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, saying, Berean Annotated Bible In the first month of the second year after Israel had come out of the land of Egypt (land of bondage), the LORD {YHWH} spoke to Moses (drawn out) in the Wilderness of Sinai (thorny): Christian Standard Bible In the first month of the second year after their departure from the land of Egypt, the LORD told Moses in the Wilderness of Sinai, Holman Christian Standard Bible In the first month of the second year after their departure from the land of Egypt, the LORD told Moses in the Wilderness of Sinai:” American Standard Version And Jehovah spake unto Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they were come out of the land of Egypt, saying, Contemporary English Version During the first month of Israel's second year in the Sinai Desert, the LORD had told Moses English Revised Version And the LORD spake unto Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they were come out of the land of Egypt, saying, GOD'S WORD® Translation In the first month of the second year after the Israelites left Egypt, the LORD spoke to Moses in the Desert of Sinai. He said, Good News Translation The LORD spoke to Moses in the Sinai Desert in the first month of the second year after the people of Israel had left Egypt. He said, International Standard Version The LORD spoke to Moses in the Wilderness of Sinai during the first month of the second year that they had left Egypt, NET Bible The LORD spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt: New Heart English Bible The LORD spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, saying, Webster's Bible Translation And the LORD spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, saying, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleIn the first month of the second year after Israel had come out of the land of Egypt, the LORD spoke to Moses in the Wilderness of Sinai: World English Bible Yahweh spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, saying, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd YHWH speaks to Moses, in the wilderness of Sinai, in the second year of their going out of the land of Egypt, in the first month, saying, Berean Literal Bible And YHWH spoke to Moses in the Wilderness of Sinai the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, in the first month, saying, Young's Literal Translation And Jehovah speaketh unto Moses, in the wilderness of Sinai, in the second year of their going out of the land of Egypt, in the first month, saying, Smith's Literal Translation And Jehovah will speak to Moses in the desert of Sinai, in the second year of their coming out of the land of Egypt, in the first month, saying, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe Lord spoke to Moses in the desert of Sinai, the second year after they were come out of the land of Egypt, in the first month, saying: Catholic Public Domain Version The Lord spoke to Moses in the desert of Sinai, in the second year after they departed from the land of Egypt, in the first month, saying: New American Bible The LORD said to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year following their departure from the land of Egypt: New Revised Standard Version The LORD spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they had come out of the land of Egypt, saying: Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTHE LORD spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai in the first month of the second year after the children of Israel had come out of the land of Egypt, saying, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And LORD JEHOVAH spoke with Moshe in the wilderness of Sinai in the second year since the children of Israel came out from Egypt, in the first month, and he said to him: OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the LORD spoke unto Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they were come out of the land of Egypt, saying: Brenton Septuagint Translation And the Lord spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sina in the second year after they had gone forth from the land of Egypt, in the first month, saying, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Second Passover1In the first month of the second year after Israel had come out of the land of Egypt, the LORD spoke to Moses in the Wilderness of Sinai: 2“The Israelites are to observe the Passover at its appointed time.… Cross References In the first month of the second year Exodus 40:17 So the tabernacle was set up on the first day of the first month of the second year. Numbers 1:1 On the first day of the second month of the second year after the Israelites had come out of the land of Egypt, the LORD spoke to Moses in the Tent of Meeting in the Wilderness of Sinai. He said: Exodus 12:2 “This month is the beginning of months for you; it shall be the first month of your year. after Israel had come out of the land of Egypt, Exodus 12:51 And on that very day the LORD brought the Israelites out of the land of Egypt by their divisions. Exodus 13:3 So Moses told the people, “Remember this day, the day you came out of Egypt, out of the house of slavery; for the LORD brought you out of it by the strength of His hand. And nothing leavened shall be eaten. Numbers 33:3 On the fifteenth day of the first month, on the day after the Passover, the Israelites set out from Rameses. They marched out defiantly in full view of all the Egyptians, the LORD spoke to Moses Leviticus 1:1 Then the LORD called to Moses and spoke to him from the Tent of Meeting, saying, Exodus 40:1 Then the LORD said to Moses, Exodus 25:1 Then the LORD said to Moses, in the Wilderness of Sinai: Exodus 19:1-2 In the third month, on the same day of the month that the Israelites had left the land of Egypt, they came to the Wilderness of Sinai. / After they had set out from Rephidim, they entered the Wilderness of Sinai, and Israel camped there in front of the mountain. Numbers 33:16 They set out from the Wilderness of Sinai and camped at Kibroth-hattaavah. Exodus 24:16 and the glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai. For six days the cloud covered it, and on the seventh day the LORD called to Moses from within the cloud. Exodus 12:1-2 Now the LORD said to Moses and Aaron in the land of Egypt, / “This month is the beginning of months for you; it shall be the first month of your year. Leviticus 23:4-5 These are the LORD’s appointed feasts, the sacred assemblies you are to proclaim at their appointed times. / The Passover to the LORD begins at twilight on the fourteenth day of the first month. Deuteronomy 16:1 Observe the month of Abib and celebrate the Passover to the LORD your God, because in the month of Abib the LORD your God brought you out of Egypt by night. Exodus 40:2 “On the first day of the first month you are to set up the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting. Treasury of Scripture And the LORD spoke to Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the first month of the second year after they were come out of the land of Egypt, saying, A. Numbers 1:1 And the LORD spake unto Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the tabernacle of the congregation, on the first day of the second month, in the second year after they were come out of the land of Egypt, saying, Exodus 40:2 On the first day of the first month shalt thou set up the tabernacle of the tent of the congregation. Jump to Previous Departure Desert Egypt First Month Moses Second Sinai Speaketh Waste WildernessJump to Next Departure Desert Egypt First Month Moses Second Sinai Speaketh Waste WildernessNumbers 9 1. The Passover is again commanded6. A second Passover for the unclean or absent 15. The cloud directs the removals and encampments of the Israelites In the first month of the second year This phrase marks a specific time in Israel's journey, indicating that a full year has passed since the Exodus from Egypt. The first month refers to Nisan (or Abib), which is significant as it is the month of Passover, commemorating Israel's deliverance. This timing underscores the importance of remembering God's salvation and faithfulness. The second year suggests a period of transition and preparation for entering the Promised Land. after Israel had come out of the land of Egypt the LORD spoke to Moses in the Wilderness of Sinai Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORDThe covenant-keeping God of Israel, who communicates His will to His people. 2. Moses The leader of the Israelites, chosen by God to deliver His people from Egypt and guide them through the wilderness. 3. Israel The nation chosen by God, recently delivered from slavery in Egypt, now journeying through the wilderness. 4. Wilderness of Sinai The location where God communicates with Moses, a place of testing and revelation for the Israelites. 5. The First Month of the Second Year A specific time marker indicating the period after the Exodus, highlighting the ongoing journey and development of Israel as a nation. Teaching Points God's Timing and OrderGod's instructions come at specific times, emphasizing His order and purpose. Believers should seek to understand and align with God's timing in their lives. The Importance of Remembrance The reference to the first month after the Exodus serves as a reminder of God's deliverance. Christians are called to remember and celebrate God's past faithfulness in their lives. Leadership and Obedience Moses' role as a mediator between God and Israel highlights the importance of godly leadership and obedience to God's commands. Believers are encouraged to respect and pray for their leaders. Wilderness as a Place of Revelation The wilderness is not just a place of trial but also of divine revelation. In difficult times, Christians should be open to hearing God's voice and receiving His guidance. Community and Covenant The communal aspect of Israel's journey underscores the importance of community and covenant relationships among believers. Christians are called to support and journey together in faith. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 9:1?2. How does Numbers 9:1 emphasize the importance of obeying God's timing and commands? 3. What does Numbers 9:1 teach about God's guidance during the Israelites' journey? 4. How does Numbers 9:1 connect to Exodus 12 regarding the Passover celebration? 5. In what ways can we prioritize God's instructions in our daily lives? 6. How can Numbers 9:1 inspire us to trust God's plans and timing today? 7. Why did God command the Israelites to celebrate Passover in Numbers 9:1? 8. How does Numbers 9:1 reflect God's relationship with Israel? 9. What historical evidence supports the events described in Numbers 9:1? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 9? 11. Numbers 9:1–2: How can we verify historically the timing of the second Passover in the second year after leaving Egypt when there is limited supporting evidence? 12. What are the main themes of the Bible's books? 13. Psalm 99:6 mentions Moses, Aaron, and Samuel; how can we confirm the historical existence and roles of Moses and Aaron, given limited archaeological evidence? 14. Numbers 10:29-32: Why did Moses rely on Hobab's guidance if God was already leading them by cloud and fire? What Does Numbers 9:1 Mean In the first month- The calendar anchor matters. God Himself had reset Israel’s calendar at the Exodus—“This month is to be the beginning of months for you” (Exodus 12:2). - Being “the first month” (Abib/Nisan) recalls the Passover season (Exodus 13:4; Deuteronomy 16:1), tying this new command directly to the memory of redemption. - It signals fresh beginnings: after eleven months at Sinai, the nation stands on the threshold of moving forward, yet still marks time by God’s saving act. of the second year - Exactly one year has passed since the departure from Egypt. By Exodus 40:17 “the tabernacle was set up on the first day of the first month of the second year”, so Numbers 9:1 follows almost immediately. - The verse reminds us that God’s timetable is precise; He orchestrates history down to the day (cf. Numbers 1:1; 10:11). - The second year also hints at maturity: Israel is no longer a newly freed people but a nation being shaped for life with God. after Israel had come out of the land of Egypt - Scripture repeatedly ties every command to this core fact: “I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of Egypt” (Exodus 20:2; Leviticus 26:13). - By restating the rescue, God grounds obedience in gratitude. What follows (the Passover instructions in 9:2-14) is built on redeemed identity. - The phrase underscores literal history—real people rescued from a real place at a real time (cf. Deuteronomy 6:12; 15:15). the LORD spoke to Moses - God’s voice continues to guide; revelation did not cease after Sinai’s dramatic moments (Exodus 33:11; Leviticus 1:1). - Moses stands as mediator, foreshadowing the greater Mediator to come (John 1:17; Hebrews 3:5-6). - The repeated pattern “the LORD spoke to Moses” strengthens trust: commands are not human invention but divine instruction. in the Wilderness of Sinai - The setting stresses dependence. In a barren land, Israel must rely wholly on God for direction, provision, and purpose (Exodus 19:1-2; Numbers 1:1). - Sinai is covenant ground. Every word given here aligns with the Law already delivered, reinforcing continuity. - Wilderness experiences often become classrooms of faith (Deuteronomy 8:2-3); the Passover reminder will feed that faith as the nation journeys onward. summary Numbers 9:1 roots the upcoming Passover commands in time, redemption, revelation, and place. One year after leaving Egypt, in the very month that commemorates their salvation, God again speaks through Moses at Sinai. The verse assures us that the same Lord who delivered Israel continues to direct their steps—exactly, personally, and faithfully. IX.(1) In the first month of the second year.--The celebration of the Passover, as recorded in this chapter, preceded in order of time the numbering of the people recorded in Numbers 1, and the other events which were connected with it. No provision had hitherto been made for the celebration of the Passover in the wilderness. A special injunction was, therefore, required for this purpose. Had it not been for the rebellion of the people, the next Passover after the original Egyptian Passover would have been celebrated in the land of Canaan, and it was for that one only that provision had been made (Exodus 12:25). Verse 1. - In the first month of the second year. Before the census, and all the other events recorded in this book, except in part the offerings of the princes (see Numbers 7:1). There was, however, an obvious reason for mentioning together the two passovers, the second of which immediately preceded the departure from Sinai.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew In the firstהָרִאשׁ֖וֹן (hā·ri·šō·wn) Article | Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 7223: First, in place, time, rank month בַּחֹ֥דֶשׁ (ba·ḥō·ḏeš) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2320: The new moon, a month of the second הַשֵּׁנִ֜ית (haš·šê·nîṯ) Article | Number - ordinal feminine singular Strong's 8145: Second (an ordinal number) year בַּשָּׁנָ֨ה (baš·šā·nāh) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8141: A year after [Israel] had come out לְצֵאתָ֨ם (lə·ṣê·ṯām) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim of the land מֵאֶ֧רֶץ (mê·’e·reṣ) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 776: Earth, land of Egypt, מִצְרַ֛יִם (miṣ·ra·yim) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 4714: Egypt -- a son of Ham, also his descendants and their country in Northwest Africa the LORD יְהוָ֣ה (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel spoke וַיְדַבֵּ֣ר (way·ḏab·bêr) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue to Moses מֹשֶׁ֣ה (mō·šeh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver in the Wilderness בְמִדְבַּר־ (ḇə·miḏ·bar-) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4057: A pasture, a desert, speech of Sinai: סִ֠ינַי (sî·nay) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 5514: Sinai -- the mountain where the law was given Links Numbers 9:1 NIVNumbers 9:1 NLT Numbers 9:1 ESV Numbers 9:1 NASB Numbers 9:1 KJV Numbers 9:1 BibleApps.com Numbers 9:1 Biblia Paralela Numbers 9:1 Chinese Bible Numbers 9:1 French Bible Numbers 9:1 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 9:1 Yahweh spoke to Moses in the wilderness (Nu Num.) |
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