Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then Moses and Aaron fell facedown in front of the whole Israelite assembly gathered there. New Living Translation Then Moses and Aaron fell face down on the ground before the whole community of Israel. English Standard Version Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces before all the assembly of the congregation of the people of Israel. Berean Standard Bible Then Moses and Aaron fell facedown before the whole assembly of the congregation of Israel. King James Bible Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces before all the assembly of the congregation of the children of Israel. New King James Version Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces before all the assembly of the congregation of the children of Israel. New American Standard Bible Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces in the presence of all the assembly of the congregation of the sons of Israel. NASB 1995 Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces in the presence of all the assembly of the congregation of the sons of Israel. NASB 1977 Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces in the presence of all the assembly of the congregation of the sons of Israel. Legacy Standard Bible Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces in the presence of all the assembly of the congregation of the sons of Israel. Amplified Bible Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces before all the assembly of the congregation of the Israelites. Christian Standard Bible Then Moses and Aaron fell facedown in front of the whole assembly of the Israelite community. Holman Christian Standard Bible Then Moses and Aaron fell down with their faces to the ground in front of the whole assembly of the Israelite community. American Standard Version Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces before all the assembly of the congregation of the children of Israel. Contemporary English Version Moses and Aaron bowed down to pray in front of the crowd. English Revised Version Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces before all the assembly of the congregation of the children of Israel. GOD'S WORD® Translation Immediately, Moses and Aaron bowed with their faces touching the ground in front of the whole community of Israel assembled there. Good News Translation Then Moses and Aaron bowed to the ground in front of all the people. International Standard Version Moses and Aaron fell on their faces in front of the entire assembly of the congregation of Israel. Majority Standard Bible Then Moses and Aaron fell facedown before the whole assembly of the congregation of Israel. NET Bible Then Moses and Aaron fell down with their faces to the ground before the whole assembled community of the Israelites. New Heart English Bible Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces before all the assembly of the congregation of the children of Israel. Webster's Bible Translation Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces before all the assembly of the congregation of the children of Israel. World English Bible Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces before all the assembly of the congregation of the children of Israel. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Moses falls—Aaron also—on their faces, before all the assembly of the congregation of the sons of Israel. Young's Literal Translation And Moses falleth -- Aaron also -- on their faces, before all the assembly of the company of the sons of Israel. Smith's Literal Translation And Moses will fall, and Aaron, upon their faces before all the gathering of the assembly of the sons of Israel. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when Moses and Aaron heard this, they fell down flat upon the ground before the multitude of the children of Israel. Catholic Public Domain Version And when Moses and Aaron heard this, they fell prone on the ground in the sight of the multitude of the sons of Israel. New American Bible But Moses and Aaron fell prostrate before the whole assembled community of the Israelites; New Revised Standard Version Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces before all the assembly of the congregation of the Israelites. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen Moses and Aaron fell on their faces before all the assembly of the congregation of the children of Israel. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Moshe and Ahron fell on their faces before all the crowds of the assembly of the children of Israel. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces before all the assembly of the congregation of the children of Israel. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Moses and Aaron fell upon their face before all the congregation of the children of Israel. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The People Rebel…4So they said to one another, “Let us appoint a leader and return to Egypt.” 5Then Moses and Aaron fell facedown before the whole assembly of the congregation of Israel. 6Joshua son of Nun and Caleb son of Jephunneh, who were among those who had spied out the land, tore their clothes… Cross References Exodus 34:8 Moses immediately bowed down to the ground and worshiped. Joshua 7:6 Then Joshua tore his clothes and fell facedown before the ark of the LORD until evening, as did the elders of Israel; and they all sprinkled dust on their heads. 1 Samuel 4:12 That same day a Benjamite ran from the battle line all the way to Shiloh, with his clothes torn and dirt on his head. 2 Samuel 1:2 On the third day a man with torn clothes and dust on his head arrived from Saul’s camp. When he came to David, he fell to the ground to pay him homage. 2 Kings 19:1 On hearing this report, King Hezekiah tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and entered the house of the LORD. Ezra 9:3-5 When I heard this report, I tore my tunic and cloak, pulled out some hair from my head and beard, and sat down in horror. / Then everyone who trembled at the words of the God of Israel gathered around me because of the unfaithfulness of the exiles, while I sat there in horror until the evening offering. / At the evening offering, I got up from my humiliation with my tunic and cloak torn, and I fell on my knees, spread out my hands to the LORD my God, Nehemiah 9:1 On the twenty-fourth day of the same month, the Israelites gathered together, fasting and wearing sackcloth, with dust on their heads. Job 1:20 Then Job stood up, tore his robe, and shaved his head. He fell to the ground and worshiped, Isaiah 37:1 On hearing this report, King Hezekiah tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and entered the house of the LORD. Ezekiel 9:8 While they were killing, I was left alone. And I fell facedown and cried out, “Oh, Lord GOD, when You pour out Your wrath on Jerusalem, will You destroy the entire remnant of Israel?” Matthew 26:39 Going a little farther, He fell facedown and prayed, “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me. Yet not as I will, but as You will.” Matthew 26:42 A second time He went away and prayed, “My Father, if this cup cannot pass unless I drink it, may Your will be done.” Mark 14:35 Going a little farther, He fell to the ground and prayed that, if it were possible, the hour would pass from Him. Luke 22:41 And He withdrew about a stone’s throw beyond them, where He knelt down and prayed, Acts 7:60 Falling on his knees, he cried out in a loud voice, “Lord, do not hold this sin against them.” And when he had said this, he fell asleep. Treasury of Scripture Then Moses and Aaron fell on their faces before all the assembly of the congregation of the children of Israel. Numbers 14:16,22,45 Because the LORD was not able to bring this people into the land which he sware unto them, therefore he hath slain them in the wilderness… Genesis 17:3 And Abram fell on his face: and God talked with him, saying, Leviticus 9:24 And there came a fire out from before the LORD, and consumed upon the altar the burnt offering and the fat: which when all the people saw, they shouted, and fell on their faces. Jump to Previous Aaron Assembly Children Congregation Israel Israelite Presence WholeJump to Next Aaron Assembly Children Congregation Israel Israelite Presence WholeNumbers 14 1. The people murmur at the news6. Joshua and Caleb labor to still them 11. God threatens them 13. Moses intercedes with God, and obtains pardon 26. The Murmurers are debarred from entering into the land 36. The men who raised the evil report die by a plague 40. The people that would invade the land against the will of God are smitten Then Moses and Aaron fell facedown This act of falling facedown is a gesture of deep humility, submission, and intercession. In the ancient Near Eastern culture, prostration was a common expression of reverence and supplication, often seen in the presence of a king or deity. Moses and Aaron, as leaders, demonstrate their dependence on God and their earnest plea for His intervention. This act is reminiscent of other biblical instances where leaders or prophets fall facedown in prayer or worship, such as Abraham in Genesis 17:3 and Joshua in Joshua 5:14. It signifies a moment of crisis and the need for divine guidance. before the whole assembly of the congregation of Israel. Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, chosen by God to lead His people out of Egypt and through the wilderness. Moses is a central figure in the Old Testament, known for his humility and close relationship with God. 2. Aaron The brother of Moses and the first high priest of Israel. He often served as Moses' spokesperson and played a significant role in the spiritual leadership of the Israelites. 3. The Assembly of the Congregation of Israel Refers to the entire community of Israelites who were journeying from Egypt to the Promised Land. At this point in the account, they are in the wilderness, facing challenges and expressing doubt about God's promises. 4. Falling Facedown A posture of humility, submission, and intercession. In the Hebrew context, this act signifies deep reverence and earnest prayer, often in response to a crisis or in seeking God's intervention. 5. The Wilderness The setting for much of the Israelites' journey, representing both physical and spiritual challenges. It is a place of testing, growth, and reliance on God's provision. Teaching Points Humility in LeadershipTrue leadership in God's kingdom is marked by humility and a willingness to seek God's guidance in times of crisis. The Power of Intercession Intercessory prayer is a powerful tool for leaders and believers alike, demonstrating trust in God's ability to intervene and guide. Responding to Crisis with Faith In moments of doubt and fear, believers are called to respond with faith and reliance on God, rather than succumbing to despair. Unity in the Community of Believers The actions of Moses and Aaron remind us of the importance of unity and collective seeking of God's will within the community of faith. The Importance of Reverence Approaching God with reverence and submission is crucial in our relationship with Him, acknowledging His sovereignty and our dependence on Him.Verse 5. - Moses and Aaron fell on their faces. After making ineffectual efforts to reason with the people, or rather with their leaders (Deuteronomy 1:29-31). It was not, however, in this case an attitude of intercession, but the instinctive action of those who await in silent horror a catastrophe which they see to be inevitable; it testified to all who saw it that they were overwhelmed with shame and sorrow in view of the awful sin of the people, and of the terrible punishment which must follow. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Then Mosesמֹשֶׁ֛ה (mō·šeh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver and Aaron וְאַהֲרֹ֖ן (wə·’a·hă·rōn) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 175: Aaron -- an elder brother of Moses fell וַיִּפֹּ֥ל (way·yip·pōl) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5307: To fall, lie facedown פְּנֵיהֶ֑ם (pə·nê·hem) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 6440: The face before לִפְנֵ֕י (lip̄·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct Strong's 6440: The face the entire כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every assembled קְהַ֥ל (qə·hal) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6951: Assembly, convocation, congregation congregation עֲדַ֖ת (‘ă·ḏaṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 5712: A stated assemblage of Israel. יִשְׂרָאֵֽל׃ (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc Links Numbers 14:5 NIVNumbers 14:5 NLT Numbers 14:5 ESV Numbers 14:5 NASB Numbers 14:5 KJV Numbers 14:5 BibleApps.com Numbers 14:5 Biblia Paralela Numbers 14:5 Chinese Bible Numbers 14:5 French Bible Numbers 14:5 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 14:5 Then Moses and Aaron fell on their (Nu Num.) |
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