Numbers 12:6
Numbers 12:6 in Multiple Translations
He said, “Hear now My words: If there is a prophet among you, I, the LORD, will reveal Myself to him in a vision; I will speak to him in a dream.
And he said, Hear now my words: If there be a prophet among you, I the LORD will make myself known unto him in a vision, and will speak unto him in a dream.
And he said, Hear now my words: if there be a prophet among you, I Jehovah will make myself known unto him in a vision, I will speak with him in a dream.
And he said, Now give ear to my words: if there is a prophet among you I will give him knowledge of myself in a vision and will let my words come to him in a dream.
“Now listen to my words, he told them. If you had prophets, I the Lord would reveal myself to them in visions; I would communicate with them in dreams.
And hee saide, Heare nowe my wordes, If there be a Prophet of the Lord among you, I will be knowen to him by a vision, and will speake vnto him by dreame.
And He saith, 'Hear, I pray you, My words: If your prophet is of Jehovah — in an appearance unto him I make Myself known; in a dream I speak with him;
He said, “Now hear my words. If there is a prophet among you, I, the LORD, will make myself known to him in a vision. I will speak with him in a dream.
And he said, Hear now my words: If there is a prophet among you, I the LORD will make myself known to him in a vision, and will speak to him in a dream.
He said to them: Hear my words: if there be among you a prophet of the Lord, I will appear to him in a vision, or I will speak to him in a dream.
Then he said to them, “Listen to me! When a prophet is among you, I usually reveal myself to him by allowing him to see visions, and I speak to him in dreams.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 12:6
Study Notes — Numbers 12:6
- Context
- Cross References
- Numbers 12:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 12:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 12:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 12:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 12:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 12:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Numbers 12:6
- Cambridge Bible on Numbers 12:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 12:6
- Sermons on Numbers 12:6
Context — The Complaint of Miriam and Aaron
6He said, “Hear now My words: If there is a prophet among you, I, the LORD, will reveal Myself to him in a vision; I will speak to him in a dream.
7But this is not so with My servant Moses; he is faithful in all My house. 8I speak with him face to face, clearly and not in riddles; he sees the form of the LORD. Why then were you unafraid to speak against My servant Moses?”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Kings 3:5 | One night at Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream, and God said, “Ask, and I will give it to you!” |
| 2 | Genesis 31:10–11 | When the flocks were breeding, I saw in a dream that the streaked, spotted, and speckled males were mating with the females. In that dream the angel of God said to me, ‘Jacob!’ And I replied, ‘Here I am.’ |
| 3 | Genesis 46:2 | And that night God spoke to Israel in a vision: “Jacob, Jacob!” He said. “Here I am,” replied Jacob. |
| 4 | Acts 22:17–18 | Later, when I had returned to Jerusalem and was praying at the temple, I fell into a trance and saw the Lord saying to me, ‘Hurry! Leave Jerusalem quickly, because the people here will not accept your testimony about Me.’ |
| 5 | Luke 1:22 | When he came out and was unable to speak to them, they realized he had seen a vision in the temple. He kept making signs to them but remained speechless. |
| 6 | Daniel 10:8 | So I was left alone, gazing at this great vision. No strength remained in me; my face grew deathly pale, and I was powerless. |
| 7 | Luke 1:11 | Just then an angel of the Lord appeared to Zechariah, standing at the right side of the altar of incense. |
| 8 | Ezekiel 1:1 | In the thirtieth year, on the fifth day of the fourth month, while I was among the exiles by the River Kebar, the heavens opened and I saw visions of God. |
| 9 | Job 33:15 | In a dream, in a vision in the night, when deep sleep falls upon men as they slumber on their beds, |
| 10 | Exodus 7:1 | The LORD answered Moses, “See, I have made you like God to Pharaoh, and your brother Aaron will be your prophet. |
Numbers 12:6 Summary
This verse, Numbers 12:6, tells us that God communicates with prophets in special ways, such as through visions and dreams. This is how God reveals His plans and will to those who are listening, as also seen in Jeremiah 33:3, where God says 'Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know'. It's a reminder that God is a God who speaks and guides us, and we can trust Him to lead us on our journey, just like He did with Moses, as seen in Exodus 33:11. By seeking God and listening to His voice, we can gain a deeper understanding of His will and plans for our lives, and live a life that is pleasing to Him, as stated in Romans 12:2.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to reveal Himself in a vision or speak in a dream?
According to Numbers 12:6, God reveals Himself to prophets in visions and speaks to them in dreams, which is a way of communicating His will and plans, as also seen in Joel 2:28 and Acts 2:17 where God pours out His Spirit and people prophesy and have visions.
Is every dream from God?
Not every dream is from God, as stated in Deuteronomy 13:1-5 and Jeremiah 23:25-32, where false prophets speak lies and have false dreams, so we must test every dream against Scripture and seek discernment from the Holy Spirit.
What is the significance of God speaking face to face with Moses?
As mentioned in Numbers 12:8, God speaking face to face with Moses signifies a unique and intimate relationship, where Moses sees the form of the Lord, which is a rare and exceptional occurrence, highlighting Moses' faithfulness and trustworthiness as a leader, as also seen in Exodus 33:11 and Deuteronomy 34:10.
How does this verse relate to our understanding of prophecy today?
Numbers 12:6 provides insight into how God communicates with prophets, and as seen in 1 Corinthians 14:1-40, prophecy is still a gift in the church today, where believers can prophesy and edify one another, but it must be done in an orderly and respectful manner, and in line with Scripture, as stated in 1 Thessalonians 5:19-22.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has spoken to you in the past, and how have you responded to His voice?
- How can you cultivate a deeper relationship with God, where you can hear His voice and receive His guidance?
- What are some potential dangers of seeking visions or dreams, and how can you avoid them?
- How does this verse encourage you to seek a deeper understanding of God's will and plans for your life?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 12:6
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 12:6
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 12:6
Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 12:6
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 12:6
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Numbers 12:6
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 12:6
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 12:6
Sermons on Numbers 12:6
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(Prophecy) Introduction to Prophecy by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the role of a prophet and the importance of being a seer, someone who sees and understands God's plans and purposes. The speaker emphasizes th |
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Introduction to Prophecy by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the potential consequences of allowing certain types of music into our lives. He emphasizes the importance of being aware of the long-term ef |
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Naaman Healed of Leprosy Part 2 by Bertha Smith | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the stories of Moses and Mary Maginn from the Bible. He highlights how Moses, at the age of forty, took matters into his own hands and killed |
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The Truth About Prophecy - Introduction - Part 1 by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the different aspects of prophecy in the Bible, highlighting the need for a clear understanding of what true prophecy entails. It addresses the confusion sur |
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God's Man by Francois Carr | This sermon focuses on the transformation and journey of Moses, drawing parallels to personal experiences and the need for surrender, faith, and trust in God. It emphasizes the imp |
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Old Testament Survey - Part 20 by Dick Woodward | This sermon delves into the book of Numbers, focusing on the greatness, meekness, and intimate relationship of Moses with God. It explores the concept of meekness, Moses' sin that |
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Homily 17 by Clement of Rome | Clement of Rome preaches about the debate between Peter and Simon regarding the nature of God, revelation, and the reliability of visions and dreams. Peter emphasizes the importanc |





