Numbers 16:50
Numbers 16:50 in Multiple Translations
Then Aaron returned to Moses at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, since the plague had been halted.
And Aaron returned unto Moses unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation: and the plague was stayed.
And Aaron returned unto Moses unto the door of the tent of meeting: and the plague was stayed.
Then Aaron went back to Moses to the door of the Tent of meeting: and the disease came to a stop.
Then Aaron went back to Moses at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting because the plague had been stopped.
And Aaron went againe vnto Moses before the doore of the Tabernacle of the Congregation, and the plague was stayed.
and Aaron turneth back unto Moses, unto the opening of the tent of meeting, and the plague hath been restrained.
Aaron returned to Moses to the door of the Tent of Meeting, and the plague was stopped.
And Aaron returned to Moses at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation: and the plague was stayed.
And Aaron returned to Moses to the door of the tabernacle of the covenant after the destruction was over.
Then after the plague had ended, Aaron and Moses/I returned to the entrance of the Sacred Tent.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 16:50
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Study Notes — Numbers 16:50
Context — Murmuring and Plague
50Then Aaron returned to Moses at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, since the plague had been halted.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chronicles 21:26–30 | And there he built an altar to the LORD and offered burnt offerings and peace offerings. He called upon the LORD, who answered him with fire from heaven on the altar of burnt offering. Then the LORD spoke to the angel, who put his sword back into its sheath. At that time, when David saw that the LORD had answered him at the threshing floor of Ornan the Jebusite, he offered sacrifices there. For the tabernacle of the LORD that Moses had made in the wilderness and the altar of burnt offering were presently at the high place in Gibeon, but David could not go before it to inquire of God, because he was afraid of the sword of the angel of the LORD. |
| 2 | Numbers 16:43 | Then Moses and Aaron went to the front of the Tent of Meeting, |
Numbers 16:50 Summary
This verse, Numbers 16:50, shows that after the plague was stopped, Aaron returned to Moses, signifying a return to normal life and priestly duties, as seen in Leviticus 10:6. The fact that the plague was halted is a testament to God's mercy and love, as expressed in Psalm 103:8-10 and Romans 11:22. Just like Aaron, we can intervene on behalf of others and pray for their well-being, as encouraged in 1 Timothy 2:1-4 and James 5:16. By recognizing the seriousness of sin and the importance of obedience to God's commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 28:1-2 and Leviticus 26:14-17, we can learn valuable lessons from this event and apply them to our own lives, with the help of Scripture and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, as promised in John 16:13 and 1 Corinthians 2:12-14.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the significance of Aaron returning to Moses after the plague was halted?
Aaron's return to Moses signifies the restoration of order and the resumption of their priestly duties, as seen in Numbers 16:50, after the plague was stopped through Aaron's intervention, as described in Numbers 16:48-49, and in accordance with God's instructions in Leviticus 10:6.
Why did the plague stop after Aaron's actions?
The plague stopped because of Aaron's obedience to God's command, as seen in Numbers 16:46-47, and his willingness to stand between the living and the dead, as stated in Numbers 16:48, thereby averting further judgment, similar to the way Moses interceded for the people in Exodus 32:11-14.
What can we learn from the fact that 14,700 people died in the plague, in addition to those who died on account of Korah?
The large number of deaths serves as a reminder of the seriousness of sin and the importance of obedience to God's commands, as emphasized in Deuteronomy 28:1-2 and Leviticus 26:14-17, and the need for humility and reverence, as seen in Proverbs 1:7 and Isaiah 66:2.
How does this event relate to the broader theme of God's judgment and mercy?
This event demonstrates God's judgment on sin, as seen in Numbers 16:1-35, and His mercy in sparing the lives of those who remained faithful, as promised in Exodus 34:6-7 and Psalm 103:8-10, highlighting the balance between God's justice and His love, as expressed in Romans 11:22 and 1 John 4:8-10.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which I can stand between the living and the dead, like Aaron, by intervening on behalf of others and praying for their spiritual well-being?
- How can I apply the lesson of the plague to my own life, recognizing the seriousness of sin and the importance of obedience to God's commands, as seen in 1 John 1:8-9 and 1 Peter 1:14-16?
- What role does humility and reverence play in my relationship with God, and how can I cultivate these qualities in my daily life, as encouraged in Micah 6:8 and Colossians 3:12-14?
- In what ways can I demonstrate God's mercy and love to those around me, as seen in Matthew 25:31-46 and Galatians 6:2, and how can I balance justice and mercy in my own relationships, as guided by Proverbs 21:3 and Zechariah 7:9-10?