Numbers 34:4
Numbers 34:4 in Multiple Translations
cross south of the Ascent of Akrabbim, continue to Zin, and go south of Kadesh-barnea. Then it will go on to Hazar-addar and proceed to Azmon,
And your border shall turn from the south to the ascent of Akrabbim, and pass on to Zin: and the going forth thereof shall be from the south to Kadesh-barnea, and shall go on to Hazar-addar, and pass on to Azmon:
and your border shall turn about southward of the ascent of Akrabbim, and pass along to Zin; and the goings out thereof shall be southward of Kadesh-barnea; and it shall go forth to Hazar-addar, and pass along to Azmon;
And round to the south of the slope of Akrabbim, and on to Zin: and its direction will be south of Kadesh-barnea, and it will go as far as Hazar-addar and on to Azmon:
cross south of Scorpion Pass, on to Zin, and reach its southern limit south of Kadesh-barnea. Then it will go to Hazar-addar and on to Azmon.
And the border shall compasse you from the South to Maaleh-akrabbim, and reach to Zin, and goe out from the South to Kadesh-barnea: thence it shall stretch to Hazar-addar, and go along to Azmon.
and the border hath turned round to you from the south to the ascent of Akrabbim, and hath passed on to Zin, and its outgoings have been from the south to Kadesh-Barnea, and it hath gone out at Hazar-Addar, and hath passed on to Azmon;
Your border shall turn about southward of the ascent of Akrabbim, and pass along to Zin; and it shall pass southward of Kadesh Barnea; and it shall go from there to Hazar Addar, and pass along to Azmon.
And your border shall turn from the south to the ascent of Akrabbim, and pass on to Zin: its limit shall be from the south to Kadesh-barnea, and shall go on to Hazar-addar, and pass on to Azmon:
Which limits shall go round on the south side by the ascent of the Scorpion and so into Senna, and reach toward the south as far as Cadesbarne, from whence the frontiers shall go out to the town called Adar, and shall reach as far as Asemona.
It will extend to a little south of the Scorpion Pass, and extend west through the Zin Desert and south of Kadesh-Barnea. From there it will extend to Hazar Addar and from there to Azmon.
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Numbers 34:4 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/נָסַ֣ב
לָ/כֶם֩
הַ/גְּב֨וּל
מִ/נֶּ֜גֶב
לְ/מַעֲלֵ֤ה
עַקְרַבִּים֙
וְ/עָ֣בַר
צִ֔נָ/ה
ו/היה
וְ/הָיוּ֙
תּֽוֹצְאֹתָ֔י/ו
מִ/נֶּ֖גֶב
לְ/קָדֵ֣שׁ
בַּרְנֵ֑עַ
וְ/יָצָ֥א
חֲצַר
אַדָּ֖ר
וְ/עָבַ֥ר
עַצְמֹֽנָ/ה
וְ/נָסַ֣ב
çâbab
H5437
to turn
Conj | V-Niphal-3ms
לָ/כֶם֩
Prep | Suff
הַ/גְּב֨וּל
gᵉbûwl
H1366
border
Art | N-ms
מִ/נֶּ֜גֶב
negeb
H5045
Negeb
Prep | N-ms
לְ/מַעֲלֵ֤ה
Maʻălêh ʻAqrabbîym
H4610
Akrabbim
Prep | N-ms
עַקְרַבִּים֙
Maʻălêh ʻAqrabbîym
H4610
Akrabbim
N-proper
וְ/עָ֣בַר
ʻâbar
H5674
to pass
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
צִ֔נָ/ה
Tsin
H6790
Zin
N-proper | Suff
ו/היה
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
וְ/הָיוּ֙
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-3cp
תּֽוֹצְאֹתָ֔י/ו
tôwtsâʼâh
H8444
outgoing
N-fp | Suff
מִ/נֶּ֖גֶב
negeb
H5045
Negeb
Prep | N-ms
לְ/קָדֵ֣שׁ
Qâdêsh Barnêaʻ
H6947
Kadesh-barnea
Prep | N-proper
בַּרְנֵ֑עַ
Qâdêsh Barnêaʻ
H6947
Kadesh-barnea
N-proper
וְ/יָצָ֥א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
to come out
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
חֲצַר
Chătsar ʼAddâr
H2692
Hazar-addar
N-proper
אַדָּ֖ר
Chătsar ʼAddâr
H2692
Hazar-addar
N-proper
וְ/עָבַ֥ר
ʻâbar
H5674
to pass
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
עַצְמֹֽנָ/ה
ʻAtsmôwn
H6111
Azmon
N-proper | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 34:4
וְ/נָסַ֣ב
çâbab
H5437
"to turn"
Conj | V-Niphal-3ms
To turn or surround is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can be used literally or figuratively. It appears in the Bible to describe changing direction or surrounding something.
Definition: : turn/bring_around 1) to turn, turn about or around or aside or back or towards, go about or around, surround, encircle, change direction 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to turn, turn about, be brought round, change 1a2) to march or walk around, go partly around, circle about, skirt, make a round, make a circuit, go about to, surround, encompass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to turn oneself, close round, turn round 1b2) to be turned over to 1c) (Piel) to turn about, change, transform 1d) (Poel) 1d1) to encompass, surround 1d2) to come about, assemble round 1d3) to march, go about 1d4) to enclose, envelop 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to turn, cause to turn, turn back, reverse, bring over, turn into, bring round 1e2) to cause to go around, surround, encompass 1f) (Hophal) 1f1) to be turned 1f2) to be surrounded
Usage: Occurs in 148 OT verses. KJV: bring, cast, fetch, lead, make, walk, [idiom] whirl, [idiom] round about, be about on every side, apply, avoid, beset (about), besiege, bring again, carry (about), change, cause to come about, [idiom] circuit, (fetch a) compass (about, round), drive, environ, [idiom] on every side, beset (close, come, compass, go, stand) round about, inclose, remove, return, set, sit down, turn (self) (about, aside, away, back). See also: Genesis 2:11; 1 Chronicles 16:43; Psalms 7:8.
לָ/כֶם֩
""
Prep | Suff
הַ/גְּב֨וּל
gᵉbûwl
H1366
"border"
Art | N-ms
This word refers to a boundary or border, like the borders of the Promised Land in Numbers 34:1-12. It can also mean a region or territory, as in the borders of Israel in 1 Kings 8:65.
Definition: : boundary 1) border, territory 1a) border 1b) territory (enclosed within boundary) 1c) region, territory (of darkness) (fig.) Also means: ge.vul (גְּבוּל ": area" H1366H)
Usage: Occurs in 196 OT verses. KJV: border, bound, coast, [idiom] great, landmark, limit, quarter, space. See also: Genesis 10:19; Joshua 19:33; Psalms 78:54.
מִ/נֶּ֜גֶב
negeb
H5045
"Negeb"
Prep | N-ms
The Negeb is the southern district of Judah, also known as the south country, and can occasionally refer to Egypt, which is south of Palestine.
Definition: region of southern Judah Also named: ne.gev (נֶ֫גֶב "south" H5045H) This name means south-country
Usage: Occurs in 97 OT verses. KJV: south (country, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 12:9; 1 Samuel 14:5; Psalms 126:4.
לְ/מַעֲלֵ֤ה
Maʻălêh ʻAqrabbîym
H4610
"Akrabbim"
Prep | N-ms
Akrabbim refers to a desert pass, or the ascent of scorpions, on Palestine's southern border. This location is mentioned in the Bible as a geographical marker. It was a notable place in ancient Israel.
Definition: § Maaleh-acrabbim = "ascent of scorpions" a pass on the southern border of Palestine scorpion-pass; ascent of Akrabbim
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Maaleh-accrabim, the ascent (going up) of Akrabbim. See also: Numbers 34:4; Joshua 15:3; Judges 1:36.
עַקְרַבִּים֙
Maʻălêh ʻAqrabbîym
H4610
"Akrabbim"
N-proper
Akrabbim refers to a desert pass, or the ascent of scorpions, on Palestine's southern border. This location is mentioned in the Bible as a geographical marker. It was a notable place in ancient Israel.
Definition: § Maaleh-acrabbim = "ascent of scorpions" a pass on the southern border of Palestine scorpion-pass; ascent of Akrabbim
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Maaleh-accrabim, the ascent (going up) of Akrabbim. See also: Numbers 34:4; Joshua 15:3; Judges 1:36.
וְ/עָ֣בַר
ʻâbar
H5674
"to pass"
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
This verb can mean to cross over or transition from one thing to another, and is sometimes used to describe being arrogant or crossing a boundary.
Definition: 1) to pass over or by or through, alienate, bring, carry, do away, take, take away, transgress 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to pass over, cross, cross over, pass over, march over, overflow, go over 1a2) to pass beyond 1a3) to pass through, traverse 1a3a) passers-through (participle) 1a3b) to pass through (the parts of victim in covenant) 1a4) to pass along, pass by, overtake and pass, sweep by 1a4a) passer-by (participle) 1a4b) to be past, be over 1a5) to pass on, go on, pass on before, go in advance of, pass along, travel, advance 1a6) to pass away 1a6a) to emigrate, leave (one's territory) 1a6b) to vanish 1a6c) to perish, cease to exist 1a6d) to become invalid, become obsolete (of law, decree) 1a6e) to be alienated, pass into other hands 1b) (Niphal) to be crossed 1c) (Piel) to impregnate, cause to cross 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to pass over, cause to bring over, cause to cross over, make over to, dedicate, devote 1d2) to cause to pass through 1d3) to cause to pass by or beyond or under, let pass by 1d4) to cause to pass away, cause to take away 1e) (Hithpael) to pass over
Usage: Occurs in 493 OT verses. KJV: alienate, alter, [idiom] at all, beyond, bring (over, through), carry over, (over-) come (on, over), conduct (over), convey over, current, deliver, do away, enter, escape, fail, gender, get over, (make) go (away, beyond, by, forth, his way, in, on, over, through), have away (more), lay, meddle, overrun, make partition, (cause to, give, make to, over) pass(-age, along, away, beyond, by, -enger, on, out, over, through), (cause to, make) [phrase] proclaim(-amation), perish, provoke to anger, put away, rage, [phrase] raiser of taxes, remove, send over, set apart, [phrase] shave, cause to (make) sound, [idiom] speedily, [idiom] sweet smelling, take (away), (make to) transgress(-or), translate, turn away, (way-) faring man, be wrath. See also: Genesis 8:1; Deuteronomy 27:2; 1 Samuel 25:19.
צִ֔נָ/ה
Tsin
H6790
"Zin"
N-proper | Suff
Zin is a desert region near the Dead Sea, mentioned in Numbers 34:4. This area was significant in the Israelites' journey, as it was near Kadesh-barnea, a major stopping point. The name Zin means 'flat' in Hebrew.
Definition: § Zin = "flat" name given to a portion of the desert tract between the Dead Sea and Arabah on the east in which Kadesh-barnea was located
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Zin. See also: Numbers 13:21; Numbers 34:3; Joshua 15:3.
ו/היה
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
וְ/הָיוּ֙
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-3cp
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
תּֽוֹצְאֹתָ֔י/ו
tôwtsâʼâh
H8444
"outgoing"
N-fp | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to a boundary or border, like the edge of a country. It can also mean a source or a way to escape, as in escaping death. In the Bible, it is often used to describe geographical borders.
Definition: 1) outgoing, border, a going out, extremity, end, source, escape 1a) outgoing, extremity (of border) 1b) source (of life) 1c) escape (from death)
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: border(-s), going(-s) forth (out), issues, outgoings. See also: Numbers 34:4; Joshua 17:18; Psalms 68:21.
מִ/נֶּ֖גֶב
negeb
H5045
"Negeb"
Prep | N-ms
The Negeb is the southern district of Judah, also known as the south country, and can occasionally refer to Egypt, which is south of Palestine.
Definition: region of southern Judah Also named: ne.gev (נֶ֫גֶב "south" H5045H) This name means south-country
Usage: Occurs in 97 OT verses. KJV: south (country, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 12:9; 1 Samuel 14:5; Psalms 126:4.
לְ/קָדֵ֣שׁ
Qâdêsh Barnêaʻ
H6947
"Kadesh-barnea"
Prep | N-proper
Kadesh-barnea was a city in the southern desert of Judah, also known as Kedesh or Kadesh. It was an important stop for the Israelites during their wilderness journey, as recorded in the book of Numbers.
Definition: Kadesh-barnea = "holy" a city in the extreme south of Judah same as 'Kedesh' and 'Kadesh' Another name of qa.desh (קָדֵשׁ "Kadesh" H6946G)
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Kadeshbarnea. See also: Numbers 32:8; Deuteronomy 9:23; Joshua 15:3.
בַּרְנֵ֑עַ
Qâdêsh Barnêaʻ
H6947
"Kadesh-barnea"
N-proper
Kadesh-barnea was a city in the southern desert of Judah, also known as Kedesh or Kadesh. It was an important stop for the Israelites during their wilderness journey, as recorded in the book of Numbers.
Definition: Kadesh-barnea = "holy" a city in the extreme south of Judah same as 'Kedesh' and 'Kadesh' Another name of qa.desh (קָדֵשׁ "Kadesh" H6946G)
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Kadeshbarnea. See also: Numbers 32:8; Deuteronomy 9:23; Joshua 15:3.
וְ/יָצָ֥א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
"to come out"
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth
Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.
חֲצַר
Chătsar ʼAddâr
H2692
"Hazar-addar"
N-proper
Hazar-addar, meaning 'enclosure of glory', is a place on the southern border of Canaan. It is mentioned in Numbers 34:4 as a boundary marker for the Israelites' inheritance.
Definition: § Hazar-addar = "enclosure of glory" a place on the southern border of Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Hazar-addar. See also: Numbers 34:4.
אַדָּ֖ר
Chătsar ʼAddâr
H2692
"Hazar-addar"
N-proper
Hazar-addar, meaning 'enclosure of glory', is a place on the southern border of Canaan. It is mentioned in Numbers 34:4 as a boundary marker for the Israelites' inheritance.
Definition: § Hazar-addar = "enclosure of glory" a place on the southern border of Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: Hazar-addar. See also: Numbers 34:4.
וְ/עָבַ֥ר
ʻâbar
H5674
"to pass"
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
This verb can mean to cross over or transition from one thing to another, and is sometimes used to describe being arrogant or crossing a boundary.
Definition: 1) to pass over or by or through, alienate, bring, carry, do away, take, take away, transgress 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to pass over, cross, cross over, pass over, march over, overflow, go over 1a2) to pass beyond 1a3) to pass through, traverse 1a3a) passers-through (participle) 1a3b) to pass through (the parts of victim in covenant) 1a4) to pass along, pass by, overtake and pass, sweep by 1a4a) passer-by (participle) 1a4b) to be past, be over 1a5) to pass on, go on, pass on before, go in advance of, pass along, travel, advance 1a6) to pass away 1a6a) to emigrate, leave (one's territory) 1a6b) to vanish 1a6c) to perish, cease to exist 1a6d) to become invalid, become obsolete (of law, decree) 1a6e) to be alienated, pass into other hands 1b) (Niphal) to be crossed 1c) (Piel) to impregnate, cause to cross 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to pass over, cause to bring over, cause to cross over, make over to, dedicate, devote 1d2) to cause to pass through 1d3) to cause to pass by or beyond or under, let pass by 1d4) to cause to pass away, cause to take away 1e) (Hithpael) to pass over
Usage: Occurs in 493 OT verses. KJV: alienate, alter, [idiom] at all, beyond, bring (over, through), carry over, (over-) come (on, over), conduct (over), convey over, current, deliver, do away, enter, escape, fail, gender, get over, (make) go (away, beyond, by, forth, his way, in, on, over, through), have away (more), lay, meddle, overrun, make partition, (cause to, give, make to, over) pass(-age, along, away, beyond, by, -enger, on, out, over, through), (cause to, make) [phrase] proclaim(-amation), perish, provoke to anger, put away, rage, [phrase] raiser of taxes, remove, send over, set apart, [phrase] shave, cause to (make) sound, [idiom] speedily, [idiom] sweet smelling, take (away), (make to) transgress(-or), translate, turn away, (way-) faring man, be wrath. See also: Genesis 8:1; Deuteronomy 27:2; 1 Samuel 25:19.
עַצְמֹֽנָ/ה
ʻAtsmôwn
H6111
"Azmon"
N-proper | Suff
This word refers to a place called Azmon, located on the southern border of Canaan, and its name means strong. It is mentioned in the Bible as a geographical location. The KJV translates it as Azmon.
Definition: § Azmon = "strong" a place on the extreme southern border of Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Azmon. See also: Numbers 34:4; Numbers 34:5; Joshua 15:4.
Study Notes — Numbers 34:4
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Context — The Boundaries of Canaan
2“Command the Israelites and say to them: When you enter the land of Canaan, it will be allotted to you as an inheritance with these boundaries:
3Your southern border will extend from the Wilderness of Zin along the border of Edom. On the east, your southern border will run from the end of the Salt Sea,
4cross south of the Ascent of Akrabbim, continue to Zin, and go south of Kadesh-barnea. Then it will go on to Hazar-addar and proceed to Azmon,
5where it will turn from Azmon, join the Brook of Egypt, and end at the Sea. 6Your western border will be the coastline of the Great Sea; this will be your boundary on the west.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Numbers 32:8 | This is what your fathers did when I sent them from Kadesh-barnea to inspect the land. |
| 2 | Joshua 15:3–4 | proceeded south of the Ascent of Akrabbim, continued on to Zin, went over to the south of Kadesh-barnea, ran past Hezron up to Addar, and curved toward Karka. It proceeded to Azmon, joined the Brook of Egypt, and ended at the Sea. This was their southern border. |
| 3 | Numbers 13:26 | and they went back to Moses, Aaron, and the whole congregation of Israel in the Wilderness of Paran at Kadesh. They brought back a report for the whole congregation and showed them the fruit of the land. |
| 4 | Numbers 20:1 | In the first month, the whole congregation of Israel entered the Wilderness of Zin and stayed in Kadesh. There Miriam died and was buried. |
| 5 | Judges 1:36 | And the border of the Amorites extended from the Ascent of Akrabbim to Sela and beyond. |
| 6 | Numbers 13:21 | So they went up and spied out the land from the Wilderness of Zin as far as Rehob, toward Lebo-hamath. |
| 7 | Numbers 33:36–37 | They set out from Ezion-geber and camped at Kadesh in the Wilderness of Zin. They set out from Kadesh and camped at Mount Hor, on the outskirts of the land of Edom. |
| 8 | Numbers 34:3 | Your southern border will extend from the Wilderness of Zin along the border of Edom. On the east, your southern border will run from the end of the Salt Sea, |
Numbers 34:4 Summary
[This verse describes the southern border of the land of Canaan, which God promised to give to the Israelites as an inheritance. The border runs from the Ascent of Akrabbim to Zin, then to Kadesh-barnea, and finally to Azmon, as seen in Numbers 34:4. This boundary is important because it helps the Israelites understand the extent of the land that God has given them, as stated in Exodus 23:31 and Leviticus 25:23. By defining the borders of Canaan, God is providing a clear understanding of the land and its significance in His plan for His people.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Ascent of Akrabbim in Numbers 34:4?
The Ascent of Akrabbim is a geographical marker that helps to define the southern border of the land of Canaan, as described in Numbers 34:4, and is also mentioned in Joshua 15:3 as a boundary for the tribe of Judah.
Why is Kadesh-barnea mentioned in this verse?
Kadesh-barnea is an important location in the wilderness where the Israelites spent a significant amount of time, as seen in Numbers 13:26 and Deuteronomy 1:19, and its inclusion in Numbers 34:4 helps to further define the southern border of Canaan.
What is the purpose of defining the borders of Canaan in Numbers 34?
The purpose of defining the borders of Canaan is to provide a clear understanding of the land that God has promised to the Israelites, as stated in Genesis 17:8 and Exodus 23:31, and to help them understand their inheritance and responsibility to occupy the land.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Numbers 34?
This verse is part of a larger description of the borders of Canaan in Numbers 34, which helps to establish the boundaries of the land that God has given to the Israelites, and is connected to the theme of inheritance and possession seen in verses such as Leviticus 25:23 and Deuteronomy 4:21.
Reflection Questions
- What can we learn about God's attention to detail and care for His people from the specific borders described in Numbers 34:4?
- How does the description of the southern border of Canaan in Numbers 34:4 relate to the Israelites' journey and experiences in the wilderness?
- What role do geographical markers like the Ascent of Akrabbim and Kadesh-barnea play in helping us understand the biblical narrative and God's plan for His people?
- In what ways can we apply the concept of defined borders and inheritance to our own lives and spiritual journeys, considering verses such as Jeremiah 31:17 and Ephesians 1:11?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 34:4
And your border,.... That is, the south border, which is still describing: shall turn from the south to the ascent of Akrabbim; or Maalehacrabbim, as in Joshua 15:3 so called from the multitude of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 34:4
And your border shall turn from the south to the ascent of Akrabbim, and pass on to Zin: and the going forth thereof shall be from the south to Kadesh-barnea, and shall go on to Hazar-addar, and pass
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 34:4
Akrabbim, called Maaleh-acrabbim, , which was at the south end of the Salt or Dead Sea. From the south, or, on the south, i.e. proceeding onward towards the south. Kadesh-barnea was on the southern part of Canaan, . Hazar-addar, in , may seem distinguished into two places, Hezron and Adar, which here are united, because peradventure they were contiguous, or joined together. Or, the village of Addar; and so this is the same place called Adar, ; and for Hezron, that may be another place here omitted, and there supplied for more exactness. Azmon is at the west end of the Mount of Edom.
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 34:4
(4) And your border shall turn from the south . . . —Better, And your border shall turn on (or, to) the south side of the ascent of Akrabbim, and shall pass over to Zin; and the goings forth thereof shall be on the south of Kadesh-barnea. The meaning appears to be that the boundary line was to go in a south-westerly direction from the southern point (or, tongue) of the Dead Sea, as far as the height (or, ascent) of Akrabbim; and was to be continued from this point in a westerly direction as far as Kadesh-barnea, which was at the western extremity of the desert of Zin, and was to be included within the Israelitish territory. What is here called the height of Akrabbim is supposed to be a row of white cliffs, which run obliquely across the Arabah, at a distance of about eight miles from the Dead Sea. (Comp. Joshua 15:3-4.)
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 34:4
4. the ascent of Akrabbim] i.e. the ‘Scorpion Pass.’ ‘From the Dead Sea the line indicated probably ran at first S.W. through the Wady el-Fiḳ ?reh, which is a natural boundary, and then, turning round the Jebel Madurah [see on Numbers 20:22], much more directly south to Ḳ ?adesh. The ascent of ‘Aḳ ?rabbim may be sought in one of the passes on the N. side of the Wady el-Fiḳ ?reh, and perhaps in particular in the Naḳ ?b el-Yemen, which starts just opposite the Jebel Madurah, or in the Naḳ ?b eṣ ?-Ṣ ?afâ’ (Gray).
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 34:4
3-5. Your south quarter — The southern boundary is the same as that of the tribe of Judah on the south. Joshua 15:2-5, notes. The Revised Version gives an improved translation, “the brook of Egypt.” Genesis 15:18, note.
Sermons on Numbers 34:4
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The Glory of God - Part 1 by David Platt | This sermon emphasizes the importance of praising the Lord from the heavens to the earth, calling all creation to worship Him. It delves into the purpose of glorifying God in our l |
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I Have Appeared Unto Thee - Part 2 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a man named Jack Brown who sells newspapers in the rain. One day, a wealthy man in a Rolls Royce approaches Jack and reveals that h |
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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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"God Manifesting Himself in Adversity 2" by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes that God often reveals Himself in times of adversity, using the example of Moses and the Israelites in the wilderness. He explains that adversity serves as a |
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"God Manifesting Himself in Adversity 1" by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes that God often reveals Himself in times of adversity, using the example of Moses and the Israelites in the wilderness. He explains that while God desires to m |
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Speak Ye Unto the Rock by A.B. Simpson | A.B. Simpson emphasizes the sensitivity of the Holy Spirit, comparing it to the delicate nature of love that cannot be won through force but through trust and affection. He illustr |