Numbers 35:29
Numbers 35:29 in Multiple Translations
This will be a statutory ordinance for you for the generations to come, wherever you live.
So these things shall be for a statute of judgment unto you throughout your generations in all your dwellings.
And these things shall be for a statute and ordinance unto you throughout your generations in all your dwellings.
These rules are to be your guide in judging through all your generations wherever you may be living.
These regulations apply to all future generations wherever you live.
So these thinges shall be a lawe of iudgement vnto you, throughout your generations in all your dwellings.
'And these things have been to you for a statute of judgment to your generations, in all your dwellings:
“‘These things shall be for a statute and ordinance to you throughout your generations in all your dwellings.
So these things shall be for a statute of judgment to you throughout your generations in all your dwellings.
These things shall be perpetual, and for an ordinance in all your dwellings.
“You must always obey those regulations, wherever you live.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 35:29
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Numbers 35:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/הָי֨וּ
אֵ֧לֶּה
לָ/כֶ֛ם
לְ/חֻקַּ֥ת
מִשְׁפָּ֖ט
לְ/דֹרֹתֵי/כֶ֑ם
בְּ/כֹ֖ל
מוֹשְׁבֹתֵי/כֶֽם
וְ/הָי֨וּ
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-3cp
אֵ֧לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Pron
לָ/כֶ֛ם
Prep | Suff
לְ/חֻקַּ֥ת
chuqqâh
H2708
statute
Prep | N-cs
מִשְׁפָּ֖ט
mishpâṭ
H4941
justice
N-ms
לְ/דֹרֹתֵי/כֶ֑ם
dôwr
H1755
generation
Prep | N-mp | Suff
בְּ/כֹ֖ל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
מוֹשְׁבֹתֵי/כֶֽם
môwshâb
H4186
seat
N-mp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 35:29
וְ/הָי֨וּ
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.
אֵ֧לֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
Pron
This Hebrew word is used to point out specific people or things, like saying 'these' or 'those'. It appears in the book of Genesis, where God says 'let there be light' and separates the light from the darkness.
Definition: 1) these 1a) used before antecedent 1b) used following antecedent Aramaic equivalent: el.leh (אֵלֶּה "these" H0429)
Usage: Occurs in 697 OT verses. KJV: an-(the) other; one sort, so, some, such, them, these (same), they, this, those, thus, which, who(-m). See also: Genesis 2:4; Exodus 35:1; Deuteronomy 1:35.
לָ/כֶ֛ם
""
Prep | Suff
לְ/חֻקַּ֥ת
chuqqâh
H2708
"statute"
Prep | N-cs
This Hebrew word refers to a statute or ordinance, often given by God to the Israelites. It appears in books like Leviticus and Numbers, outlining rules for sacrifices and festivals. These statutes helped the Israelites understand God's requirements.
Definition: 1) statute, ordinance, limit, enactment, something prescribed 1a) statute
Usage: Occurs in 101 OT verses. KJV: appointed, custom, manner, ordinance, site, statute. See also: Genesis 26:5; Deuteronomy 28:15; Psalms 18:23.
מִשְׁפָּ֖ט
mishpâṭ
H4941
"justice"
N-ms
Mishpat means justice or judgment, and is often used to describe God's righteous judgment, as well as human laws and decisions, in books like Deuteronomy and Isaiah.
Definition: : judgement/punishment 1) judgment, justice, ordinance 1a) judgment 1a1) act of deciding a case 1a2) place, court, seat of judgment 1a3) process, procedure, litigation (before judges) 1a4) case, cause (presented for judgment) 1a5) sentence, decision (of judgment) 1a6) execution (of judgment) 1a7) time (of judgment) 1b) justice, right, rectitude (attributes of God or man) 1c) ordinance 1d) decision (in law) 1e) right, privilege, due (legal) 1f) proper, fitting, measure, fitness, custom, manner, plan
Usage: Occurs in 406 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] adversary, ceremony, charge, [idiom] crime, custom, desert, determination, discretion, disposing, due, fashion, form, to be judged, judgment, just(-ice, -ly), (manner of) law(-ful), manner, measure, (due) order, ordinance, right, sentence, usest, [idiom] worthy, [phrase] wrong. See also: Genesis 18:19; 1 Kings 2:3; Psalms 1:5.
לְ/דֹרֹתֵי/כֶ֑ם
dôwr
H1755
"generation"
Prep | N-mp | Suff
This word refers to a period of time or a generation of people. It is used in the Bible to describe a group of people living at the same time. In the book of Psalms, it describes a generation of people who follow God.
Definition: 1) period, generation, habitation, dwelling 1a) period, age, generation (period of time) 1b) generation (those living during a period) 1c) generation (characterised by quality, condition, class of men) 1d) dwelling-place, habitation Aramaic equivalent: dar (דָּר "generation" H1859)
Usage: Occurs in 127 OT verses. KJV: age, [idiom] evermore, generation, (n-) ever, posterity. See also: Genesis 6:9; Esther 9:28; Psalms 10:6.
בְּ/כֹ֖ל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
מוֹשְׁבֹתֵי/כֶֽם
môwshâb
H4186
"seat"
N-mp | Suff
A seat can refer to a physical place of sitting or a gathering of people, like an assembly. It can also mean a dwelling place or location, and is sometimes used to describe a group of people living together.
Definition: 1) seat, assembly, dwelling-place, dwelling, dwellers 1a) seat, sitting, those sitting, sitting company or assembly 1b) dwelling place, dwelling 1c) situation, location 1d) time of dwelling 1e) those dwelling, dweller
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: assembly, dwell in, dwelling(-place), wherein (that) dwelt (in), inhabited place, seat, sitting, situation, sojourning. See also: Genesis 10:30; 1 Samuel 20:25; Psalms 1:1.
Study Notes — Numbers 35:29
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Context — Six Cities of Refuge
27and the avenger of blood finds him outside of his city of refuge and kills him, then the avenger will not be guilty of bloodshed,
28because the manslayer must remain in his city of refuge until the death of the high priest. Only after the death of the high priest may he return to the land he owns.
29This will be a statutory ordinance for you for the generations to come, wherever you live.
30If anyone kills a person, the murderer is to be put to death on the testimony of the witnesses. But no one is to be put to death based on the testimony of a lone witness. 31You are not to accept a ransom for the life of a murderer who deserves to die; he must surely be put to death.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Numbers 27:11 | And if his father has no brothers, give his inheritance to the next of kin from his clan, that he may take possession of it. This is to be a statutory ordinance for the Israelites, as the LORD has commanded Moses.’” |
| 2 | Numbers 27:1 | Now the daughters of Zelophehad son of Hepher, the son of Gilead, the son of Machir, the son of Manasseh, belonged to the clans of Manasseh son of Joseph. These were the names of his daughters: Mahlah, Noah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Tirzah. They approached |
Numbers 35:29 Summary
This verse is saying that the rules about murder and manslaughter, including the cities of refuge, are to be followed by the Israelites and their descendants forever, no matter where they live. This is because God wants to ensure that justice and fairness are upheld, and that human life is protected, as seen in Genesis 9:6 and Exodus 20:13. By following these rules, the Israelites can demonstrate their commitment to God's covenant and promote a culture of justice and compassion. This reminds us that God's laws are not just for a specific time or place, but are universal and timeless, as seen in Psalm 119:89 and Matthew 5:18.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of this statutory ordinance in Numbers 35:29?
The purpose of this ordinance is to establish a consistent standard for dealing with murder and manslaughter, as outlined in the preceding verses, to ensure justice and fairness for the generations to come, as seen in Numbers 35:27-28 and supported by Deuteronomy 19:1-13.
How does this verse relate to the concept of cities of refuge?
This verse serves as a conclusion to the instructions regarding cities of refuge, emphasizing that these laws will be in effect for the generations to come, wherever the Israelites live, as a reminder of God's provision for those who unintentionally take a life, as seen in Exodus 21:12-14 and Numbers 35:6-34.
What does it mean for this ordinance to be 'for the generations to come'?
This phrase indicates that these laws are not temporary, but rather are intended to be a permanent part of the Israelites' covenant with God, to be observed and passed down to future generations, as seen in Psalm 119:89 and Matthew 5:18.
How does this verse relate to the concept of justice in the Bible?
This verse highlights the importance of justice and fairness in God's eyes, as seen in Deuteronomy 32:4 and Isaiah 30:18, and serves as a reminder that God's laws are intended to promote justice and protect human life, as seen in Genesis 9:6 and Exodus 20:13.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's heart for justice and fairness?
- How can I apply the principles of this verse to my own life, in terms of promoting justice and protecting human life?
- What does it mean for me to 'observe' this ordinance, and how can I pass it down to future generations?
- How does this verse relate to the concept of God's covenant with His people, and what implications does it have for my own relationship with God?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 35:29
So these things shall be for a statute of judgment unto you,.... A judicial law, according to which they were to proceed in all the above cases: throughout your generations in all your dwellings;
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 35:29
So these things shall be for a statute of judgment unto you throughout your generations in all your dwellings. These things shall be for a statute of judgment.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 35:29
29. a statute of judgement] See on Numbers 27:11.
Sermons on Numbers 35:29
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Women's Rights - the Bible's First Suffragettes by Ian Paisley | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of prayer and relying on God for peace and relief from unnecessary pain. The preacher also highlights the story of five young |
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The Discipline or Hard Places by A.B. Simpson | A.B. Simpson emphasizes the significance of facing hard places in life as opportunities for spiritual growth and discipline. He illustrates this through the stories of the daughter |
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Joshua Chapter 9 the Discipline or Hard Places by A.B. Simpson | A.B. Simpson explores the lessons from Joshua Chapter 9, emphasizing the significance of hard places in our spiritual journey. He highlights the faith of the daughters of Zelopheha |