Numbers 3:49
Numbers 3:49 in Multiple Translations
So Moses collected the redemption money from those in excess of the number redeemed by the Levites.
And Moses took the redemption money of them that were over and above them that were redeemed by the Levites:
And Moses took the redemption-money from them that were over and above them that were redeemed by the Levites;
So Moses took the money, the price of those whose place had not been taken by the Levites;
Moses collected the redemption money for those extra Israelites that were more than the number redeemed by the Levites.
Thus Moses tooke the redemption of the that were redeemed, being more then the Leuites:
And Moses taketh the ransom money from those over and above those ransomed by the Levites;
Moses took the redemption money from those who exceeded the number of those who were redeemed by the Levites;
And Moses took the redemption-money of them that were over and above them that were redeemed by the Levites:
Moses therefore took the money of them that were above, and whom they had redeemed from the Levites,
So Moses/I did that. He/I collected the silver from those 273 males.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 3:49
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Numbers 3:49 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּקַּ֣ח
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
אֵ֖ת
כֶּ֣סֶף
הַ/פִּדְי֑וֹם
מֵ/אֵת֙
הָ/עֹ֣דְפִ֔ים
עַ֖ל
פְּדוּיֵ֥י
הַ/לְוִיִּֽם
וַ/יִּקַּ֣ח
lâqach
H3947
to take
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
Môsheh
H4872
Moses
N-proper
אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
כֶּ֣סֶף
keçeph
H3701
silver
N-ms
הַ/פִּדְי֑וֹם
pidyôwm
H6306
redemption
Art | N-ms
מֵ/אֵת֙
ʼêth
H854
with
Prep | Prep
הָ/עֹ֣דְפִ֔ים
ʻădaph
H5736
to remain
Art | V-Qal
עַ֖ל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
פְּדוּיֵ֥י
pâdûwy
H6302
ransomed
N-mp
הַ/לְוִיִּֽם
Lêvîyîy
H3881
Levi
Art | Ngmpa
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 3:49
וַ/יִּקַּ֣ח
lâqach
H3947
"to take"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to take or get something, and it is used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to take a wife, to take possession of something, or to receive a gift. For example, in Genesis 2:22, God takes a rib from Adam to create Eve.
Definition: : take 1) to take, get, fetch, lay hold of, seize, receive, acquire, buy, bring, marry, take a wife, snatch, take away 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to take, take in the hand 1a2) to take and carry along 1a3) to take from, take out of, take, carry away, take away 1a4) to take to or for a person, procure, get, take possession of, select, choose, take in marriage, receive, accept 1a5) to take up or upon, put upon 1a6) to fetch 1a7) to take, lead, conduct 1a8) to take, capture, seize 1a9) to take, carry off 1a10) to take (vengeance) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be captured 1b2) to be taken away, be removed 1b3) to be taken, brought unto 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be taken from or out of 1c2) to be stolen from 1c3) to be taken captive 1c4) to be taken away, be removed 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be taken unto, be brought unto 1d2) to be taken out of 1d3) to be taken away 1e) (Hithpael) 1e1) to take hold of oneself 1e2) to flash about (of lightning)
Usage: Occurs in 909 OT verses. KJV: accept, bring, buy, carry away, drawn, fetch, get, infold, [idiom] many, mingle, place, receive(-ing), reserve, seize, send for, take (away, -ing, up), use, win. See also: Genesis 2:15; Genesis 34:17; Exodus 30:23.
מֹשֶׁ֔ה
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.
אֵ֖ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
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.
כֶּ֣סֶף
keçeph
H3701
"silver"
N-ms
Silver or money, often referring to payment or wealth, like the silver talents in Matthew 25. It can also describe silver as a valuable metal or ornament.
Definition: : money/payment/silver 1) silver, money 1a) silver 1a1) as metal 1a2) as ornament 1a3) as colour 1b) money, shekels, talents
Usage: Occurs in 343 OT verses. KJV: money, price, silver(-ling). See also: Genesis 13:2; Numbers 22:18; 2 Chronicles 1:17.
הַ/פִּדְי֑וֹם
pidyôwm
H6306
"redemption"
Art | N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a ransom or redemption, like in Exodus when God redeemed the Israelites from slavery. It refers to the act of paying a price to set someone free. This concept is central to the story of God's love for humanity.
Definition: ransom, redemption Another spelling of pid.yon (פִּדְיוֹן "redemption" H6306B)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: ransom, that were redeemed, redemption. See also: Exodus 21:30; Numbers 3:49; Psalms 49:9.
מֵ/אֵת֙
ʼêth
H854
"with"
Prep | Prep
This Hebrew preposition means 'with' or 'near', indicating a close relationship or physical proximity. It's used in Genesis 1:26 to describe God's relationship with humanity, and in many other places to show connection or closeness.
Definition: 1) with, near, together with 1a) with, together with 1b) with (of relationship) 1c) near (of place) 1d) with (poss.) 1e) from...with, from (with other prep)
Usage: Occurs in 787 OT verses. KJV: against, among, before, by, for, from, in(-to), (out) of, with. Often with another prepositional prefix. See also: Genesis 4:1; Genesis 42:32; Numbers 1:5.
הָ/עֹ֣דְפִ֔ים
ʻădaph
H5736
"to remain"
Art | V-Qal
To remain means to have something left over, like a surplus or excess. In the Bible, it can also mean to be more than enough or to have an odd number. This concept appears in various forms.
Definition: 1) to remain over, be in excess 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be in excess 1a1a) excess (subst) 1a1b) surplus (participle) 1b) (Hiphil) to have a surplus
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: be more, odd number, be (have) over (and above), overplus, remain. See also: Exodus 16:18; Leviticus 25:27; Numbers 3:49.
עַ֖ל
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.
פְּדוּיֵ֥י
pâdûwy
H6302
"ransomed"
N-mp
Paduwy means ransomed, referring to something or someone that has been redeemed. It is often translated as ransom or redemption.
Definition: ransom
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: (that are) to be (that were) redeemed. See also: Numbers 3:46; Numbers 3:49; Numbers 3:51.
הַ/לְוִיִּֽם
Lêvîyîy
H3881
"Levi"
Art | Ngmpa
A Levite is a descendant of Levi, one of Jacob's 12 sons, mentioned in Genesis 29:34. Levi's brothers include Reuben, Simeon, and Judah. His descendants played a key role in Israel's spiritual life.
Definition: Someone from the tribe of Levi living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.29.34; son of: Israel (H3478) and Leah (H3812); brother of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Judah (H3063), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074) and Dinah (H1783); half-brother of: Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Gershon (H1648), Kohath (H6955), Merari (H4847) and Jochebed (H3115) Another name of le.vi (לֵוִי "Levi" H3878) § Levite, of Levi "joined to" 1) the descendants of Levi, the 3rd son of Jacob by Leah 1a) the tribe descended from Levi specially set aside by God for His service
Usage: Occurs in 258 OT verses. KJV: Leviite. See also: Exodus 4:14; 1 Chronicles 6:33; Ezra 6:20.
Study Notes — Numbers 3:49
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Context — The Redemption of the Firstborn
47you are to collect five shekels for each one, according to the sanctuary shekel of twenty gerahs.
48Give the money to Aaron and his sons as the redemption price for the excess among the Israelites.”
49So Moses collected the redemption money from those in excess of the number redeemed by the Levites.
50He collected the money from the firstborn of the Israelites: 1,365 shekels, according to the sanctuary shekel. 51And Moses gave the redemption money to Aaron and his sons in obedience to the word of the LORD, just as the LORD had commanded him.Numbers 3:49 Summary
In Numbers 3:49, Moses collects money from the Israelites to redeem the firstborn who were not replaced by the Levites. This shows that God values every human life and wants to claim each one as His own, as seen in Psalm 139:13-16. The process of redemption in this verse reminds us of our own need for spiritual redemption, which is available through Jesus Christ (Romans 3:24). By following God's commands, like Moses did, we can demonstrate our love and obedience to Him, and trust in His plan to redeem and restore us (Isaiah 43:1-7).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of collecting redemption money in Numbers 3:49?
The collection of redemption money in Numbers 3:49 signifies the importance of redeeming the firstborn of the Israelites, as instructed in Exodus 13:2 and Numbers 3:41-48, to emphasize God's claim on every firstborn as holy to Him.
Why did Moses have to collect five shekels for each excess firstborn?
Moses collected five shekels for each excess firstborn, as stated in Numbers 3:47, to provide a ransom price for their lives, highlighting the value God places on human life, as seen in Psalm 72:14.
How does this redemption process relate to the Levites' role in Israel?
The redemption process in Numbers 3:49 underscores the Levites' unique role in Israel, as they were chosen by God to serve as substitutes for the firstborn of the Israelites, as explained in Numbers 3:11-13 and Numbers 8:16-18.
What can we learn from Moses' obedience in collecting the redemption money?
Moses' obedience in collecting the redemption money, as seen in Numbers 3:49-51, demonstrates the importance of following God's commands, even when they seem complex or challenging, as emphasized in Deuteronomy 13:4 and Joshua 1:7-8.
Reflection Questions
- What does the concept of redemption in Numbers 3:49 teach me about God's value on human life?
- How does the redemption process in this verse relate to my own spiritual redemption through Jesus Christ, as described in Romans 3:24 and Ephesians 1:7?
- In what ways can I, like Moses, demonstrate obedience to God's commands in my own life, even when they seem difficult or unclear?
- What does the role of the Levites in this passage reveal about the importance of spiritual leadership and service in the community of believers, as discussed in 1 Corinthians 12:28 and Ephesians 4:11-12?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 3:49
And Moses took the redemption money,.... Of five shekels per head: of them that were over and above redeemed by the Levites; or were more than those redeemed by them.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 3:49
And the LORD said unto Moses, Number all the firstborn of the males of the children of Israel from a month old and upward, and take the number of their names.
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 3:49
(49) Redeemed by the Levites.—i.e., who were redeemed by the substitution of the Levites in their place.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 3:49
40–51. The substitution of the Levites for the first-born.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 3:49
THE , Numbers 3:44-51.Since the results of the two enumerations disclose an excess of two hundred and seventy-three firstborn above the number of the Levites, Jehovah evinces the exactness of his