Numbers 26:3
Numbers 26:3 in Multiple Translations
So on the plains of Moab by the Jordan, across from Jericho, Moses and Eleazar the priest issued the instruction,
And Moses and Eleazar the priest spake with them in the plains of Moab by Jordan near Jericho, saying,
And Moses and Eleazar the priest spake with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying,
So Moses and Eleazar the priest gave them the order in the lowlands of Moab by Jordan at Jericho, saying,
There on the plains of Moab beside the Jordan opposite Jericho, Moses and Eleazar the priest gave the order,
So Moses and Eleazar the Priest spake vnto them in the plaine of Moab, by Iorden towarde Iericho, saying,
And Moses speaketh — Eleazar the priest also — with them, in the plains of Moab, by Jordan, [near] Jericho, saying,
Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying,
And Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by Jordan near Jericho, saying,
Moses therefore and Eleazar the priest, being in the plains of Moab upon the Jordan over against Jericho, spoke to them that were
So while the Israelis were on the plains where the Moab people-group lived, Eleazar and Moses/I told this to the Israeli leaders:
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Numbers 26:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְדַבֵּ֨ר
מֹשֶׁ֜ה
וְ/אֶלְעָזָ֧ר
הַ/כֹּהֵ֛ן
אֹתָ֖/ם
בְּ/עַֽרְבֹ֣ת
מוֹאָ֑ב
עַל
יַרְדֵּ֥ן
יְרֵח֖וֹ
לֵ/אמֹֽר
וַ/יְדַבֵּ֨ר
dâbar
H1696
to speak
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
מֹשֶׁ֜ה
Môsheh
H4872
Moses
N-proper
וְ/אֶלְעָזָ֧ר
ʼElʻâzâr
H499
Eleazar
Conj | N-proper
הַ/כֹּהֵ֛ן
kôhên
H3548
priest
Art | N-ms
אֹתָ֖/ם
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM | Suff
בְּ/עַֽרְבֹ֣ת
ʻărâbâh
H6160
plain
Prep | N-fp
מוֹאָ֑ב
Môwʼâb
H4124
Moab
N-proper
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
יַרְדֵּ֥ן
Yardên
H3383
Jordan
N-proper
יְרֵח֖וֹ
Yᵉrîychôw
H3405
Jericho
N-proper
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 26:3
וַ/יְדַבֵּ֨ר
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-3ms
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
מֹשֶׁ֜ה
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.
וְ/אֶלְעָזָ֧ר
ʼElʻâzâr
H499
"Eleazar"
Conj | N-proper
Eleazar means God has helped, and was the name of several Israelites, including a high priest and one of David's warriors.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.42 § Eleazar = "God has helped" 1) the high priest son of Aaron 2) Abinadab's son who cared for the ark 3) the priest who rebuilt and dedicated the restored walls of Jerusalem in time of Ezra 4) one of David's mighty warriors 5) a Levite 6) one of the line of Parosh
Usage: Occurs in 70 OT verses. KJV: Eleazar. See also: Exodus 6:23; Numbers 31:51; Nehemiah 12:42.
הַ/כֹּהֵ֛ן
kôhên
H3548
"priest"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, a priest is a person who serves God and leads others in worship, like the Levitical priests in Exodus. They were responsible for making sacrifices and following God's laws. This term is also used to describe Jesus as a priest-king.
Definition: 1) priest, principal officer or chief ruler 1a) priest-king (Melchizedek, Messiah) 1b) pagan priests 1c) priests of Jehovah 1d) Levitical priests 1e) Zadokite priests 1f) Aaronic priests 1g) the high priest Aramaic equivalent: ka.hen (כָּהֵן "priest" H3549)
Usage: Occurs in 653 OT verses. KJV: chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. See also: Genesis 14:18; Leviticus 13:33; Numbers 17:2.
אֹתָ֖/ם
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM | Suff
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
בְּ/עַֽרְבֹ֣ת
ʻărâbâh
H6160
"plain"
Prep | N-fp
The Arabah is a desert plain near the Jordan River, stretching to the Red Sea, and is often translated as wilderness or desert in the Bible. It is mentioned in books like Numbers and Deuteronomy.
Definition: § desert plain, steppe, desert, wilderness
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: Arabah, champaign, desert, evening, heaven, plain, wilderness. See also H1026 (בֵּית הָעֲרָבָה). See also: Numbers 22:1; 1 Samuel 23:24; Psalms 68:5.
מוֹאָ֑ב
Môwʼâb
H4124
"Moab"
N-proper
Moab refers to the land and descendants of the son of Lot, who was born out of an incestuous relationship. The land of Moab is mentioned in the book of Numbers and the book of Ruth.
Definition: Combined with a.ra.vah (עֲרָבָה " Plains" H6160I) § Moab = "of his father" the land inhabited by the descendants of the son of Lot
Usage: Occurs in 158 OT verses. KJV: Moab. See also: Genesis 19:37; 2 Kings 3:21; Psalms 60:10.
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.
יַרְדֵּ֥ן
Yardên
H3383
"Jordan"
N-proper
The Jordan River, which runs from Lebanon to the Dead Sea, is a key location in the Bible, including in the stories of Jesus and the Israelites.
Definition: Jordan = "descender" the river of Palestine running from the roots of Anti-Lebanon to the Dead Sea a distance of approx 200 miles (320 km) Also named: Iordanēs (Ἰορδάνης "Jordan" G2446)
Usage: Occurs in 164 OT verses. KJV: Jordan. See also: Genesis 13:10; Joshua 12:1; Psalms 42:7.
יְרֵח֖וֹ
Yᵉrîychôw
H3405
"Jericho"
N-proper
Jericho was a city in Palestine, the first conquered by the Israelites in Canaan. Its name means 'its moon' and it was located near the Jordan River and the Dead Sea.
Definition: Jericho = "its moon" a city 5 miles (8 km) west of the Jordan and 7 miles (11.5 km) north of the Dead Sea and the first city conquered by the Israelites upon entering the promised land of Canaan Also named: Hierichō (Ἱεριχώ "Jericho" G2410)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: Jericho. See also: Numbers 22:1; Joshua 9:3; Jeremiah 39:5.
לֵ/אמֹֽר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
Study Notes — Numbers 26:3
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- Context
- Cross References
- Numbers 26:3 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 26:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 26:3
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 26:3
- Cambridge Bible on Numbers 26:3
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 26:3
- Sermons on Numbers 26:3
Context — The Second Census of Israel
1After the plague had ended, the LORD said to Moses and Eleazar son of Aaron the priest,
2“Take a census of the whole congregation of Israel by the houses of their fathers—all those twenty years of age or older who can serve in the army of Israel.”
3So on the plains of Moab by the Jordan, across from Jericho, Moses and Eleazar the priest issued the instruction,
4“Take a census of the men twenty years of age or older, as the LORD has commanded Moses.” And these were the Israelites who came out of the land of Egypt: 5Reuben was the firstborn of Israel. These were the descendants of Reuben: The Hanochite clan from Hanoch, the Palluite clan from Pallu,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Numbers 22:1 | Then the Israelites traveled on and camped in the plains of Moab near the Jordan, across from Jericho. |
| 2 | Numbers 33:48 | They set out from the mountains of Abarim and camped on the plains of Moab by the Jordan across from Jericho. |
| 3 | Numbers 35:1 | Again the LORD spoke to Moses on the plains of Moab by the Jordan across from Jericho: |
| 4 | Numbers 26:63 | These were the ones numbered by Moses and Eleazar the priest when they counted the Israelites on the plains of Moab by the Jordan, across from Jericho. |
| 5 | Numbers 31:12 | They brought the captives, spoils, and plunder to Moses, to Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of Israel at the camp on the plains of Moab, by the Jordan across from Jericho. |
| 6 | Deuteronomy 34:6 | And He buried him in a valley in the land of Moab facing Beth-peor, and no one to this day knows the location of his grave. |
| 7 | Deuteronomy 34:1 | Then Moses went up from the plains of Moab to Mount Nebo, to the top of Pisgah, which faces Jericho. And the LORD showed him the whole land—from Gilead as far as Dan, |
| 8 | Deuteronomy 34:8 | The Israelites grieved for Moses in the plains of Moab thirty days, until the time of weeping and mourning for Moses came to an end. |
| 9 | Deuteronomy 4:46–49 | while they were in the valley across the Jordan facing Beth-peor in the land of Sihon king of the Amorites, who lived in Heshbon and was defeated by Moses and the Israelites after they had come out of Egypt. They took possession of the land belonging to Sihon and to Og king of Bashan—the two Amorite kings across the Jordan to the east— extending from Aroer on the rim of the Arnon Valley as far as Mount Siyon (that is, Hermon), including all the Arabah on the east side of the Jordan and as far as the Sea of the Arabah, below the slopes of Pisgah. |
Numbers 26:3 Summary
This verse tells us that Moses and Eleazar, the new high priest, were on the plains of Moab, near the Jordan River, and they gave the instruction to count all the men who were twenty years old or older, as the Lord had commanded. This was an important step before the Israelites entered the Promised Land, as seen in Numbers 26:2. Just like the Israelites, we need to trust in God's plan and provision for our lives, and be obedient to His commands, just as we see in Joshua 1:7-8 and Matthew 28:20. By doing so, we can have confidence that He will guide us and provide for us, just as He did for the Israelites.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Moses and Eleazar issue the instruction to take a census on the plains of Moab?
Moses and Eleazar issued the instruction to take a census as commanded by the Lord, in order to count the men twenty years of age or older who could serve in the army of Israel, as seen in Numbers 26:2 and also in Numbers 1:3 where a similar census was taken.
What is the significance of the location where Moses and Eleazar issued the instruction?
The location, on the plains of Moab by the Jordan, across from Jericho, is significant because it is near the end of the Israelites' wilderness journey, and before they enter the Promised Land, as mentioned in Deuteronomy 34:1-6 and Joshua 3:1.
Who is Eleazar the priest and why is he involved in issuing the instruction?
Eleazar is the son of Aaron the priest, and he is involved in issuing the instruction because he is the new high priest, as seen in Numbers 20:22-29 and Numbers 33:38-39, where he takes over after the death of his father Aaron.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of the Israelites in the book of Numbers?
This verse is part of the final stages of the Israelites' wilderness journey, and it marks the beginning of a new census, which is necessary for the Israelites to prepare to enter the Promised Land, as seen in Numbers 26:2 and also in Exodus 30:11-16 where a similar census was taken for a different purpose.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn from the fact that Moses and Eleazar were obedient to the Lord's command to take a census, and how can we apply this to our own lives?
- How does the location of the census, on the plains of Moab, relate to the Israelites' journey and their trust in God's provision?
- In what ways do we see God's sovereignty and planning in the events leading up to the census, and how can we trust in His sovereignty in our own lives?
- What does this verse reveal about the importance of following God's instructions, even when they may not make sense to us, and how can we apply this to our own walk with God?
- How can we use this verse as a reminder to trust in God's timing and provision, just as the Israelites were about to enter the Promised Land?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 26:3
And Moses and Eleazar the priest spake with them,.... With the children of Israel, with the heads of them, their chief and principal, to assist in taking the number of the people; as when they were
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 26:3
And Moses and Eleazar the priest spake with them in the plains of Moab by Jordan near Jericho, saying, No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 26:3
In the plains of Moab; see 33:48
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 26:3
1–4. Moses and Eleazar are commanded by God to number the fighting men of 20 years of age and upwards.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 26:3
3. Plains of Moab — Numbers 22:1, note. Jordan — Joshua 1:2, note and cut. Jericho — Joshua 2:1, note.
Sermons on Numbers 26:3
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The Horizon of Divine Purpose - Part 8 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a clear understanding of God's purpose in our lives. He warns that if we lose sight of this purpose, our Christian l |
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God's Judgement & Mercy by Alan Redpath | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of God's judgment and the target of that judgment. He emphasizes that listening to the law only makes people desire to break it, |
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Christ Our City of Refuge by Hoseah Wu | In this sermon, Richard from Elizabeth introduces his brother Levine to say a few words. Levine expresses his love for bagels and locks and praises the inspiring words written by a |
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Day 190, Jude by David Servant | David Servant preaches on Jude's urgent appeal to contend for the faith against false teachings that pervert God's grace into licentiousness and deny Jesus Christ as Lord. Jude war |
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Change Our Heart's - Part 3 by Richard Owen Roberts | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining God's glory before the people. He warns that neglecting to do so will result in God bringing judgment upon thos |
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Joshua by Paris Reidhead | In this sermon, the speaker begins by reminding the audience of the history of Israel, a nation that was held captive in Egypt for 400 years. Despite being descendants of Abraham, |
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The Last Vision of Moses by Stephen Kaung | This sermon emphasizes the importance of serving God's purpose and seeking to inherit the promises He has for us. It draws parallels between Moses' longing to enter the promised la |