Numbers 14:31

Translations

Modern

But I will bring your children, whom you said would become plunder, into the land you have rejected—and they will enjoy it.

Traditional

But your little ones, which ye said should be a prey, them will I bring in, and they shall know the land which ye have despised.

Literal

And your little ones, whom you said would be victims, I will bring in, and they shall know the land that you have despised.

Latin

Parvulos autem vestros, de quibus dixistis quod prædæ hostibus forent, introducam, ut videant terram, quæ vobis displicuit.

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English

But I will bring your children, whom you said would become plunder, into the land you have rejected—and they will enjoy it.

Notes

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 Complaints God Protects His Servant

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