Numbers 10:13
Numbers 10:13 in Multiple Translations
They set out this first time according to the LORD’s command through Moses.
And they first took their journey according to the commandment of the LORD by the hand of Moses.
And they first took their journey according to the commandment of Jehovah by Moses.
They went forward for the first time on their journey as the Lord had given orders by the hand of Moses.
This was the first time they moved out following the Lord's command through Moses.
So they first tooke their iourney at the comandement of the Lord, by ye hand of Moses.
and they journey at first, by the command of Jehovah, in the hand of Moses.
They first went forward according to the commandment of the LORD by Moses.
And they first took their journey according to the commandment of the LORD by the hand of Moses.
And the first went forward according to the commandment of the Lord by the hand of Moses.
That was the first time we/they moved, obeying the instructions that Yahweh had given to Moses/me to tell them.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 10:13
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Numbers 10:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּסְע֖וּ
בָּ/רִאשֹׁנָ֑ה
עַל
פִּ֥י
יְהוָ֖ה
בְּ/יַד
מֹשֶֽׁה
וַ/יִּסְע֖וּ
nâçaʻ
H5265
to set out
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
בָּ/רִאשֹׁנָ֑ה
riʼshôwn
H7223
first
Prep | Adj
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
פִּ֥י
peh
H6310
lip
N-ms
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
בְּ/יַד
yâd
H3027
hand
Prep | N-cs
מֹשֶֽׁה
Môsheh
H4872
Moses
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 10:13
וַ/יִּסְע֖וּ
nâçaʻ
H5265
"to set out"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
In the Bible, this word means to set out or start a journey, like the Israelites departing from Egypt, or to remove something, as in pulling up tent pins.
Definition: 1) to pull out, pull up, set out, journey, remove, set forward, depart 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to pull out or up 1a2) to set out, depart 1a3) to journey, march 1a4) to set forth (of wind) 1b) (Niphal) to be pulled up, be removed, be plucked up 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to set out, lead out, cause to spring up 1c2) to remove, quarry
Usage: Occurs in 140 OT verses. KJV: cause to blow, bring, get, (make to) go (away, forth, forward, onward, out), (take) journey, march, remove, set aside (forward), [idiom] still, be on his (go their) way. See also: Genesis 11:2; Numbers 33:9; Psalms 78:26.
בָּ/רִאשֹׁנָ֑ה
riʼshôwn
H7223
"first"
Prep | Adj
This word means 'first' or 'primary', referring to something that comes before others in time, place, or rank. It is used to describe the first or most important thing in a series or list.
Definition: : first adj 1) first, primary, former 1a) former (of time) 1a1) ancestors 1a2) former things 1b) foremost (of location) 1c) first (in time) 1d) first, chief (in degree) adv 2) first, before, formerly, at first
Usage: Occurs in 174 OT verses. KJV: ancestor, (that were) before(-time), beginning, eldest, first, fore(-father) (-most), former (thing), of old time, past. See also: Genesis 8:13; 1 Chronicles 27:3; Psalms 79:8.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
פִּ֥י
peh
H6310
"lip"
N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to the mouth, lips, or edge of something, and can also mean a portion or side of something. It is often used to describe speech or the act of speaking. This word appears in various forms, such as mouth, lip, or edge.
Definition: : lip/mouth peh 1) mouth 1a) mouth (of man) 1b) mouth (as organ of speech) 1c) mouth (of animals) 1d) mouth, opening, orifice (of a well, river, etc) 1e) extremity, end pim 2) a weight equal to one third of a shekel, occurs only in 1Sa 13:21
Usage: Occurs in 460 OT verses. KJV: accord(-ing as, -ing to), after, appointment, assent, collar, command(-ment), [idiom] eat, edge, end, entry, [phrase] file, hole, [idiom] in, mind, mouth, part, portion, [idiom] (should) say(-ing), sentence, skirt, sound, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, tenor, [idiom] to, [phrase] two-edged, wish, word. See also: Genesis 4:11; Deuteronomy 21:17; Ezra 9:11.
יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
בְּ/יַד
yâd
H3027
"hand"
Prep | N-cs
In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.
Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists
Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.
מֹשֶֽׁה
Môsheh
H4872
"Moses"
N-proper
Moses, the Israelite leader, was born to Amram and Jochebed and led the Exodus from Egypt. He received the law from God and is considered a key figure in the Bible. Moses means 'drawn' in Hebrew.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.10; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813); married to Zipporah (H6855); father of: Gershom (H1647) and Eliezer (H0461H); also called Manasseh at Jdg.18.30(?) § Moses = "drawn" the prophet and lawgiver, leader of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 704 OT verses. KJV: Moses. See also: Exodus 2:10; Exodus 13:1; Exodus 32:21.
Study Notes — Numbers 10:13
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Context — From Sinai to Paran
11On the twentieth day of the second month of the second year, the cloud was lifted from above the tabernacle of the Testimony,
12and the Israelites set out from the Wilderness of Sinai, traveling from place to place until the cloud settled in the Wilderness of Paran.
13They set out this first time according to the LORD’s command through Moses.
14First, the divisions of the camp of Judah set out under their standard, with Nahshon son of Amminadab in command. 15Nethanel son of Zuar was over the division of the tribe of Issachar,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 1:6 | The LORD our God said to us at Horeb: “You have stayed at this mountain long enough. |
| 2 | Numbers 9:23 | They camped at the LORD’s command, and they set out at the LORD’s command; they carried out the LORD’s charge according to His command through Moses. |
Numbers 10:13 Summary
This verse tells us that the Israelites set out on their journey according to God's command, which shows that they trusted and obeyed Him. Just like the Israelites, we can trust God to guide us on our own journey, even when we're not sure what's ahead, as promised in Psalm 32:8. By following God's commands and trusting in His sovereignty, we can have confidence that He will provide for our needs and direct our steps, just as He did for the Israelites. This reminds us to seek God's guidance and direction in our daily lives, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Israelites setting out according to the LORD's command through Moses?
This signifies the Israelites' obedience to God's will, as expressed through Moses, their leader, demonstrating their trust in God's guidance, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:2 and Numbers 9:23.
How does this verse relate to the overall narrative of the Israelites' journey?
This verse marks the beginning of the Israelites' journey from the Wilderness of Sinai to the Wilderness of Paran, as described in Numbers 10:11-12, and sets the stage for their travels under God's guidance, as promised in Exodus 13:21-22.
What can we learn from the Israelites' obedience to God's command in this verse?
We can learn the importance of trusting and obeying God's will, even when the path ahead is uncertain, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Jeremiah 29:11.
How does this verse reflect God's sovereignty over His people?
This verse demonstrates God's sovereign control over the Israelites, as He guides them through the wilderness, providing for their needs and directing their steps, as seen in Psalm 23:3-4 and Isaiah 40:11.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust and obey God's guidance, even when the outcome is uncertain?
- How can I, like the Israelites, demonstrate my faith and trust in God's sovereignty over my life?
- What are some ways I can seek God's guidance and direction in my daily decisions, as the Israelites did through Moses?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of obedience to God's commands, as seen in this verse, to my own life and relationships?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 10:13
And they first took their journey, according to the commandment of the Lord,.... Which was virtually contained in and signified by the taking up of the cloud, see Numbers 9:18; by the hand of Moses;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 10:13
And they first took their journey according to the commandment of the LORD by the hand of Moses. They first took their journey ... by the hand of Moses.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 10:13
Numbers 10:11-34 The departure from Sinai The section consists of two well-defined narratives: Numbers 10:11-28 and Numbers 10:29-33 . The latter is obviously parallel to the former, and not a continuation of it; Moses’ request to Ḥ ?obab was made immediately before the departure, Numbers 10:34 is P’s continuation of Num 10:28.
Barnes' Notes on Numbers 10:13
Rather, And they journeyed (or, set forth) in the order of precedence according to (i. e. established by) the commandment of the Lord, etc., and described in Numbers 10:14-28.
Sermons on Numbers 10:13
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The Sin That Keeps Us Out of the Promise Land by Vincent G. Artese | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not hesitating or delaying when it comes to following God's will. He uses the example of the Israelites in the Bible who he |
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(How to Get Out of a Religious Rut): Errors in Thinking by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses a man who is struggling and feeling unable to be the person he wants to be. However, he realizes that through Jesus Christ, he can find freed |
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(How to Get Out of a Religious Rut): It's Imperative to Get Out of the Rut Now! by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being wholehearted Christians and not settling for a half-hearted faith. He urges the congregation to take their faith ser |
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(How to Get Out of a Religious Rut): The Church in the Rut by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher uses the analogy of a radio signal fading out as one travels away from the city to illustrate how the passing of time can dull a person's religious fee |
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Old Testament Survey - Part 22 by Dick Woodward | This sermon delves into the book of Deuteronomy, emphasizing the importance of obeying God's laws and remembering His miracles. It highlights the need to guard against affluence an |
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Deuteronomy 1:6 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes that God governs all aspects of life, reminding us that His authority is absolute and inclusive. He reflects on the Israelites' time at Horeb, illustrating h |
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Lessons for the Tempted by John A. Broadus | The preacher delves into the meaning of 'qualified' in the Bible, emphasizing that believers are made fit and sufficient through the completed act of Jesus' crucifixion, allowing t |