Numbers 14:21

Translations

Modern

“Yet as surely as I live and as surely as the whole earth is filled with the glory of the LORD,

Traditional

But as truly as I live, all the earth shall be filled with the glory of the Lord.

Literal

…but truly as I live, all the earth shall be filled with the glory of YHWH;

Latin

Vivo ego: et implebitur gloria Domini universa terra.

Original

Hebrew

English

“Yet as surely as I live and as surely as the whole earth is filled with the glory of the LORD,

Notes

Numbers 14:20–25

Because Moses argued with God, God forgave Israel's rebellion and did not destroy them. Yet, the stubborn generation of adults would never see the promised land.

Numbers 14:13–25

Moses spoke to God on behalf of his people. He reminded God that his reputation related to Israel's. He pleaded for God to continue his faithfulness.

Numbers 14:1–45

The people rejected the testimony of the faithful spies, Joshua and Caleb. Then rebellion spread throughout the community. Moses intervened to save Israel from total destruction. Those who disobeyed God died during a 40-year journey in the wilderness.

Numbers 13:1–14:45

Twelve spies explored the fertile land of Canaan and found strong enemies defending it. Earlier chapters show Israel's disobedience, hinting at future failures. The Israelites did not have the obedience, courage, or faith to capture the land. So, the Lord made them spend 40 years in the Wilderness of Sinai. That generation did not receive their inheritance in the promised land.

Theme notes and profiles

Caleb Joshua Moses God Protects His Servant The Glory of God

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