Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version but they are to do it on the fourteenth day of the second month at twilight. They are to eat the lamb, together with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. New Living Translation They must offer the Passover sacrifice one month later, at twilight on the fourteenth day of the second month. They must eat the Passover lamb at that time with bitter salad greens and bread made without yeast. English Standard Version In the second month on the fourteenth day at twilight they shall keep it. They shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. Berean Standard Bible Such people are to observe it at twilight on the fourteenth day of the second month. They are to eat the lamb, together with unleavened bread and bitter herbs; Berean Literal Bible In the second month, on the fourteenth day, between the evenings they may keep it; with unleavened bread and bitter herbs they shall eat it. King James Bible The fourteenth day of the second month at even they shall keep it, and eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. New King James Version On the fourteenth day of the second month, at twilight, they may keep it. They shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. New American Standard Bible In the second month on the fourteenth day at twilight, they shall celebrate it; they shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. NASB 1995 ‘In the second month on the fourteenth day at twilight, they shall observe it; they shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. NASB 1977 ‘In the second month on the fourteenth day at twilight, they shall observe it; they shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. Legacy Standard Bible In the second month on the fourteenth day at twilight, they shall observe it; they shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. Amplified Bible On the fourteenth day of the second month [thirty days later] at twilight, they shall observe it; they shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. Berean Annotated Bible Such people are to observe it at twilight on the fourteenth day of the second month. They are to eat the lamb, together with unleavened bread and bitter herbs; Christian Standard Bible Such people are to observe it in the second month, on the fourteenth day at twilight. They are to eat the animal with unleavened bread and bitter herbs; Holman Christian Standard Bible Such people are to observe it in the second month, on the fourteenth day at twilight. They are to eat the animal with unleavened bread and bitter herbs; American Standard Version In the second month on the fourteenth day at even they shall keep it; they shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs: Contemporary English Version But it must be done in the second month, in the evening of the fourteenth day. Eat the Passover lamb with thin bread and bitter herbs, English Revised Version in the second month on the fourteenth day at even they shall keep it; they shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs: GOD'S WORD® Translation You will celebrate it on the fourteenth day of the second month at dusk. You must eat the Passover animal along with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. Good News Translation you are permitted to observe it one month later instead, on the evening of the fourteenth day of the second month. Celebrate it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. International Standard Version On the fourteenth day of the second month at twilight, they are to eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. NET Bible They may observe it on the fourteenth day of the second month at twilight; they are to eat it with bread made without yeast and with bitter herbs. New Heart English Bible In the second month, on the fourteenth day at evening they shall keep it; they shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. Webster's Bible Translation The fourteenth day of the second month at evening, they shall keep it, and eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSuch people are to observe it at twilight on the fourteenth day of the second month. They are to eat the lamb, together with unleavened bread and bitter herbs; World English Bible In the second month, on the fourteenth day at evening they shall keep it; they shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionthey prepare it in the second month, on the fourteenth day, between the evenings; they eat it with unleavened and bitter things; Berean Literal Bible In the second month, on the fourteenth day, between the evenings they may keep it; with unleavened bread and bitter herbs they shall eat it. Young's Literal Translation in the second month, on the fourteenth day, between the evenings they prepare it; with unleavened and bitter things they eat it; Smith's Literal Translation In the second month, in the fourteenth day, between the evenings they shall do it, upon unleavened and bitter herbs they shall eat it. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleIn the second month, on the fourteenth day of the month in the evening, they shall eat it with unleavened bread and wild lettuce: Catholic Public Domain Version In the second month, on the fourteenth day of the month, in the evening, they shall eat it with unleavened bread and wild lettuce. New American Bible But you shall celebrate it in the second month, on the fourteenth day of that month during the evening twilight, eating it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs, New Revised Standard Version In the second month on the fourteenth day, at twilight, they shall keep it; they shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleOn the fourteenth day of the second month at the evening they shall keep it, and shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated In the fourteenth in the second month at sunset they shall keep it; they shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitters. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917in the second month on the fourteenth day at dusk they shall keep it; they shall eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs; Brenton Septuagint Translation in the second month, on the fourteenth day; in the evening they shall offer it, with unleavened bread and bitter herbs shall they eat it. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Second Passover…10“Tell the Israelites: ‘When any one of you or your descendants is unclean because of a dead body, or is away on a journey, he may still observe the Passover to the LORD. 11Such people are to observe it at twilight on the fourteenth day of the second month. They are to eat the lamb, together with unleavened bread and bitter herbs; 12they may not leave any of it until morning or break any of its bones. They must observe the Passover according to all its statutes.… Cross References Such people are to observe it at twilight on the fourteenth day of the second month. 2 Chronicles 30:15 And on the fourteenth day of the second month they slaughtered the Passover lamb. The priests and Levites were ashamed, and they consecrated themselves and brought burnt offerings to the house of the LORD. 2 Chronicles 30:2-3 For the king and his officials and the whole assembly in Jerusalem had decided to keep the Passover in the second month, / since they had been unable to keep it at the regular time, because not enough priests had consecrated themselves and the people had not been gathered in Jerusalem. Exodus 12:6 You must keep it until the fourteenth day of the month, when the whole assembly of the congregation of Israel will slaughter the animals at twilight. They are to eat the lamb, Exodus 12:11 This is how you are to eat it: You must be fully dressed for travel, with your sandals on your feet and your staff in your hand. You are to eat in haste; it is the LORD’s Passover. Deuteronomy 16:7 And you shall roast it and eat it in the place the LORD your God will choose, and in the morning you shall return to your tents. 2 Chronicles 35:13 They roasted the Passover animals on the fire according to the regulation, and they boiled the other holy offerings in pots, kettles, and bowls and quickly brought them to all the people. together with unleavened bread Exodus 13:6 For seven days you are to eat unleavened bread, and on the seventh day there shall be a feast to the LORD. Leviticus 23:6 On the fifteenth day of the same month begins the Feast of Unleavened Bread to the LORD. For seven days you must eat unleavened bread. Deuteronomy 16:3 You must not eat leavened bread with it; for seven days you are to eat with it unleavened bread, the bread of affliction, because you left the land of Egypt in haste—so that you may remember for the rest of your life the day you left the land of Egypt. and bitter herbs; Exodus 12:8 They are to eat the meat that night, roasted over the fire, along with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. Exodus 1:14 and made their lives bitter with hard labor in brick and mortar, and with all kinds of work in the fields. Every service they imposed was harsh. Lamentations 3:15 He has filled me with bitterness; He has intoxicated me with wormwood. Exodus 12:43-49 And the LORD said to Moses and Aaron, “This is the statute of the Passover: No foreigner is to eat of it. / But any slave who has been purchased may eat of it, after you have circumcised him. / A temporary resident or hired hand shall not eat the Passover. … Leviticus 23:5 The Passover to the LORD begins at twilight on the fourteenth day of the first month. Deuteronomy 16:1-8 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. / You are to offer to the LORD your God the Passover sacrifice from the herd or flock in the place the LORD will choose as a dwelling for His Name. / You must not eat leavened bread with it; for seven days you are to eat with it unleavened bread, the bread of affliction, because you left the land of Egypt in haste—so that you may remember for the rest of your life the day you left the land of Egypt. … 2 Chronicles 30:18 A large number of the people—many from Ephraim, Manasseh, Issachar, and Zebulun—had not purified themselves, yet they ate the Passover, contrary to what was written. But Hezekiah interceded for them, saying, “May the LORD, who is good, provide atonement for everyone Treasury of Scripture The fourteenth day of the second month at even they shall keep it, and eat it with unleavened bread and bitter herbs. fourteenth Numbers 9:3 In the fourteenth day of this month, at even, ye shall keep it in his appointed season: according to all the rites of it, and according to all the ceremonies thereof, shall ye keep it. Exodus 12:2-14,43-49 This month shall be unto you the beginning of months: it shall be the first month of the year to you… 2 Chronicles 30:2-15 For the king had taken counsel, and his princes, and all the congregation in Jerusalem, to keep the passover in the second month… and eat it Exodus 12:8 And they shall eat the flesh in that night, roast with fire, and unleavened bread; and with bitter herbs they shall eat it. Jump to Previous Bitter Bitter-Tasting Bread Celebrate Dusk Eat Evening Evenings Fourteenth Herbs Hold Lamb Month Observe Plants Prepare Together Twilight UnleavenedJump to Next Bitter Bitter-Tasting Bread Celebrate Dusk Eat Evening Evenings Fourteenth Herbs Hold Lamb Month Observe Plants Prepare Together Twilight UnleavenedNumbers 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 Such people are to observe it at twilight on the fourteenth day of the second month. This instruction refers to those who were unable to celebrate the Passover at its appointed time in the first month due to ceremonial uncleanness or being on a journey. The provision of a second Passover, known as Pesach Sheni, highlights God's grace and the importance of the Passover as a foundational event in Israel's history. The timing at twilight mirrors the original Passover in Exodus 12:6, emphasizing continuity and the importance of precise obedience to God's commands. The second month, Iyar, provides a second chance for participation, reflecting God's desire for inclusivity in worship. They are to eat the lamb, together with unleavened bread and bitter herbs; Persons / Places / Events 1. The IsraelitesThe people of God who were delivered from Egypt and are now in the wilderness, receiving instructions on how to live as a covenant community. 2. Moses The leader of the Israelites, who receives and communicates God's laws and instructions to the people. 3. The Passover A significant event and feast commemorating the Israelites' deliverance from slavery in Egypt, marked by the sacrifice of a lamb and the eating of unleavened bread and bitter herbs. 4. The Second Month Refers to the month of Iyar in the Hebrew calendar, which is the time specified for those who were unable to observe the Passover in the first month (Nisan). 5. The Tabernacle The central place of worship and the dwelling place of God's presence among the Israelites during their journey in the wilderness. Teaching Points God's Provision for AllThe allowance for a second Passover in the second month demonstrates God's grace and provision for those who, due to circumstances beyond their control, could not participate in the first observance. This reflects God's understanding and accommodation of human limitations. The Importance of Remembrance Observing the Passover was crucial for the Israelites to remember God's deliverance. Similarly, Christians are called to remember Christ's sacrifice, which is our ultimate deliverance from sin. Symbolism of the Elements The lamb, unleavened bread, and bitter herbs each hold deep symbolic meaning. The lamb represents sacrifice, the unleavened bread signifies purity and haste, and the bitter herbs remind of the bitterness of slavery. These elements encourage reflection on the cost of redemption and the call to holiness. Obedience to God's Commands The detailed instructions for observing the Passover highlight the importance of obedience to God's commands. This obedience is a demonstration of faith and reverence for God's holiness. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 9:11?2. How does Numbers 9:11 emphasize the importance of observing Passover at the right time? 3. What does eating unleavened bread and bitter herbs symbolize in Numbers 9:11? 4. How can Numbers 9:11 guide us in maintaining traditions with spiritual significance? 5. What connections exist between Numbers 9:11 and Jesus as our Passover Lamb? 6. How can we apply the principles of Numbers 9:11 in our spiritual practices today? 7. Why is the Passover celebrated in the second month in Numbers 9:11? 8. How does Numbers 9:11 reflect God's accommodation for human circumstances? 9. What historical context explains the timing of Passover in Numbers 9:11? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 9? 11. What are the bitter herbs mentioned in the Bible? 12. What foods are mentioned in the Bible? 13. What are the bitter herbs mentioned in the Bible? 14. In Matthew 26:26-29, how can the supernatural implications of the bread and wine be reconciled with scientific understanding of physical substances? What Does Numbers 9:11 Mean Such peopleThe surrounding verses identify “such people” as Israelites who were ceremonially unclean or away on a journey at the time of the regular Passover (Numbers 9:6-10). • God’s provision shows His desire that no one be permanently excluded from worship, yet He still holds them to His appointed means (Exodus 12:48-49). • By allowing a “make-up” Passover, the Lord balances holiness with grace, foreshadowing how Christ’s sacrifice welcomes all who will come (John 1:29). are to observe it Even with a delay, the command is not optional. • Passover remains “a memorial … for all generations” (Exodus 12:14). • Obedience keeps the individual in covenant fellowship (Deuteronomy 6:17). • The same standard applies to every Israelite, reminding us that faith must move into action (James 2:17). at twilight The lamb was to be slain “between the evenings” (Exodus 12:6), roughly the time of the daily evening sacrifice (Exodus 29:39-41). • Timing ties the substitute’s death to the people’s deliverance. • It anticipates “the ninth hour” when Jesus, the true Lamb, gave up His spirit (Mark 15:34-37). on the fourteenth day of the second month • The second-month date mirrors the original first-month date (Exodus 12:6), preserving the pattern. • King Hezekiah later used this provision to call a national Passover after a season of uncleanness (2 Chronicles 30:2-3, 15). • The adjustment teaches ordered flexibility: God’s calendar governs, yet He makes room for sincere hearts who missed the first opportunity. They are to eat the lamb, together with unleavened bread and bitter herbs • The meal elements copy Exodus 12:8, stressing continuity. • Eating the lamb pictures personal appropriation of atonement; Christ said, “Whoever eats My flesh … has eternal life” (John 6:54). • Unleavened bread points to a life swept clean of sin’s “leaven” (1 Corinthians 5:7-8). • Bitter herbs recall the pain of slavery, prompting gratitude for redemption (Exodus 1:14). • Keeping all three elements guards against redefining God’s salvation on our own terms. summary Numbers 9:11 extends Passover to those who missed the first observance without lowering the standard. At the set time, in the prescribed manner, every detail still matters: the substitute lamb, the urgency pictured in unleavened bread, the remembrance provoked by bitter herbs. The verse underscores God’s holiness and compassion together, pointing ahead to Christ—the once-for-all Passover Lamb—who meets us in our uncleanness and journeying, yet calls us to obey His perfect provision. Verse 11. - The fourteenth day of the second month. The interval gave ample time to return from any ordinary journey, or to be purified from pollution of death. It was in the spirit of this command, though not in the letter of it, that Hezekiah acted (2 Chronicles 30:2). And possibly it was in the spirit of this command that our Lord acted when he ate the passover by anticipation with his disciples twenty-four hours before the proper time - at which time he was himself to be the Lamb slain. With unleavened bread and bitter herbs. These and the following directions are expressly added for fear lest any should think that the little passover might be celebrated with less solemnity and with less carefulness than the great passover.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Such people are to observeיַעֲשׂ֣וּ (ya·‘ă·śū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 6213: To do, make it אֹת֑וֹ (’ō·ṯōw) Direct object marker | third person masculine singular Strong's 853: Untranslatable mark of the accusative case at בֵּ֥ין (bên) Preposition Strong's 996: An interval, space between twilight הָעַרְבַּ֖יִם (hā·‘ar·ba·yim) Article | Noun - md Strong's 6153: Evening on the fourteenth בְּאַרְבָּעָ֨ה (bə·’ar·bā·‘āh) Preposition-b | Number - masculine singular Strong's 702: Four day י֛וֹם (yō·wm) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day of the second הַשֵּׁנִ֜י (haš·šê·nî) Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular Strong's 8145: Second (an ordinal number) month. בַּחֹ֨דֶשׁ (ba·ḥō·ḏeš) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2320: The new moon, a month They are to eat [the lamb], יֹאכְלֻֽהוּ׃ (yō·ḵə·lu·hū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural | third person masculine singular Strong's 398: To eat together with עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against unleavened bread מַצּ֥וֹת (maṣ·ṣō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 4682: Sweetness, sweet, an unfermented cake, loaf, the festival of Passover and bitter herbs; וּמְרֹרִ֖ים (ū·mə·rō·rîm) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 4844: Bitter thing, bitter herb Links Numbers 9:11 NIVNumbers 9:11 NLT Numbers 9:11 ESV Numbers 9:11 NASB Numbers 9:11 KJV Numbers 9:11 BibleApps.com Numbers 9:11 Biblia Paralela Numbers 9:11 Chinese Bible Numbers 9:11 French Bible Numbers 9:11 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 9:11 In the second month on the fourteenth (Nu Num.) |
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