Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then Aaron returned to Moses at the entrance to the tent of meeting, for the plague had stopped. New Living Translation Then because the plague had stopped, Aaron returned to Moses at the entrance of the Tabernacle. English Standard Version And Aaron returned to Moses at the entrance of the tent of meeting, when the plague was stopped. Berean Standard Bible Then Aaron returned to Moses at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, since the plague had been halted. King James Bible And Aaron returned unto Moses unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation: and the plague was stayed. New King James Version So Aaron returned to Moses at the door of the tabernacle of meeting, for the plague had stopped. New American Standard Bible Then Aaron returned to Moses at the entrance of the tent of meeting, for the plague had been brought to a halt. NASB 1995 Then Aaron returned to Moses at the doorway of the tent of meeting, for the plague had been checked. NASB 1977 Then Aaron returned to Moses at the doorway of the tent of meeting, for the plague had been checked. Legacy Standard Bible Then Aaron returned to Moses at the doorway of the tent of meeting, for the plague had been checked. Amplified Bible Then Aaron returned to Moses at the doorway of the Tent of Meeting (tabernacle), for the plague had been brought to an end. Christian Standard Bible Aaron then returned to Moses at the entrance to the tent of meeting, since the plague had been halted. Holman Christian Standard Bible Aaron then returned to Moses at the entrance to the tent of meeting, since the plague had been halted. American Standard Version And Aaron returned unto Moses unto the door of the tent of meeting: and the plague was stayed. Contemporary English Version Aaron walked back and stood with Moses at the sacred tent. English Revised Version And Aaron returned unto Moses unto the door of the tent of meeting: and the plague was stayed. GOD'S WORD® Translation By the time Aaron came back to Moses at the entrance to the tent of meeting, the plague had stopped. Good News Translation When the plague had stopped, Aaron returned to Moses at the entrance of the Tent. International Standard Version Then Aaron returned to Moses at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting after the slaughter had been restrained. NET Bible Then Aaron returned to Moses at the entrance of the tent of meeting, and the plague was stopped. New Heart English Bible Aaron returned to Moses to the door of the Tent of Meeting: and the plague was stayed. Webster's Bible Translation And Aaron returned to Moses at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation: and the plague was stayed. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThen Aaron returned to Moses at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, since the plague had been halted. World English Bible Aaron returned to Moses to the door of the Tent of Meeting, and the plague was stopped. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Aaron turns back to Moses, to the opening of the Tent of Meeting, and the plague has been restrained. Young's Literal Translation and Aaron turneth back unto Moses, unto the opening of the tent of meeting, and the plague hath been restrained. Smith's Literal Translation And Aaron will turn back to Moses to the door of the tent of appointment: and the smiting was withheld. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Aaron returned to Moses to the door of the tabernacle of the covenant after the destruction was over. Catholic Public Domain Version And Aaron returned to Moses at the door of the tabernacle of the covenant, after the destruction quieted. New American Bible When the scourge had been checked, Aaron returned to Moses at the entrance of the tent of meeting. New Revised Standard Version When the plague was stopped, Aaron returned to Moses at the entrance of the tent of meeting. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Aaron returned to Moses at the door of the tabernacle of the congregation; and the plague had ceased. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Ahron returned to Moshe to the door of the Time Tabernacle and the plague suddenly was stopped. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Aaron returned unto Moses unto the door of the tent of meeting, and the plague was stayed. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Aaron returned to Moses to the door of the tabernacle of witness, and the plague ceased. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Murmuring and Plague…49But those who died from the plague numbered 14,700, in addition to those who had died on account of Korah. 50Then Aaron returned to Moses at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, since the plague had been halted. Cross References Hebrews 9:25-26 Nor did He enter heaven to offer Himself again and again, as the high priest enters the Most Holy Place every year with blood that is not his own. / Otherwise, Christ would have had to suffer repeatedly since the foundation of the world. But now He has appeared once for all at the end of the ages to do away with sin by the sacrifice of Himself. 1 Corinthians 10:10-11 And do not complain, as some of them did, and were killed by the destroying angel. / Now these things happened to them as examples and were written down as warnings for us, on whom the fulfillment of the ages has come. Psalm 106:29-30 So they provoked the LORD to anger with their deeds, and a plague broke out among them. / But Phinehas stood and intervened, and the plague was restrained. Romans 5:9-10 Therefore, since we have now been justified by His blood, how much more shall we be saved from wrath through Him! / For if, when we were enemies of God, we were reconciled to Him through the death of His Son, how much more, having been reconciled, shall we be saved through His life! 1 John 2:2 He Himself is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world. Leviticus 16:12-13 Then he must take a censer full of burning coals from the altar before the LORD, and two handfuls of finely ground fragrant incense, and take them inside the veil. / He is to put the incense on the fire before the LORD, and the cloud of incense will cover the mercy seat above the Testimony, so that he will not die. 2 Samuel 24:25 And there he built an altar to the LORD and offered burnt offerings and peace offerings. Then the LORD answered the prayers on behalf of the land, and the plague upon Israel was halted. Exodus 30:7-8 And Aaron is to burn fragrant incense on it every morning when he tends the lamps. / When Aaron sets up the lamps at twilight, he must burn the incense perpetually before the LORD for the generations to come. Revelation 8:3-4 Then another angel, who had a golden censer, came and stood at the altar. He was given much incense to offer, along with the prayers of all the saints, on the golden altar before the throne. / And the smoke of the incense, together with the prayers of the saints, rose up before God from the hand of the angel. Isaiah 53:5 But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed. Hebrews 7:25 Therefore He is able to save completely those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to intercede for them. Ezekiel 20:47-48 Say to the forest of the Negev: Hear the word of the LORD! This is what the Lord GOD says: I am about to ignite in you a fire, and it will devour all your trees, both green and dry. The blazing flame will not be quenched, and by it every face from south to north will be scorched. / Then all people will see that I, the LORD, have kindled it; it will not be quenched.” Matthew 27:51 At that moment the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth quaked, and the rocks were split. 1 Peter 2:24 He Himself bore our sins in His body on the tree, so that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. “By His stripes you are healed.” Leviticus 10:16-20 Later, Moses searched carefully for the goat of the sin offering, and behold, it had been burned up. He was angry with Eleazar and Ithamar, Aaron’s remaining sons, and asked, / “Why didn’t you eat the sin offering in the holy place? For it is most holy; it was given to you to take away the guilt of the congregation by making atonement for them before the LORD. / Since its blood was not brought inside the holy place, you should have eaten it in the sanctuary area, as I commanded.” ... Treasury of Scripture And Aaron returned to Moses to the door of the tabernacle of the congregation: and the plague was stayed. Numbers 16:43 And Moses and Aaron came before the tabernacle of the congregation. 1 Chronicles 21:26-30 And David built there an altar unto the LORD, and offered burnt offerings and peace offerings, and called upon the LORD; and he answered him from heaven by fire upon the altar of burnt offering… Jump to Previous Checked Congregation Disease Door Doorway Entrance Meeting Moses Opening Plague Restrained Stop Stopped Tabernacle Tent TurnethJump to Next Checked Congregation Disease Door Doorway Entrance Meeting Moses Opening Plague Restrained Stop Stopped Tabernacle Tent TurnethNumbers 16 1. The rebellion of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram23. Moses separates the people from the rebels' tents 31. The earth swallows up Korah, and a fire consumes others 36. The censers are reserved to holy use 41. 14,700 are slain by a plague, for murmuring against Moses and Aaron 46. Aaron by incense stays the plague Then Aaron returned to Moses Aaron, the brother of Moses and the first high priest of Israel, plays a crucial role in mediating between God and the people. His return to Moses signifies the completion of his priestly duty in interceding for the Israelites. This reflects the biblical theme of intercession, where a mediator stands between God and humanity, a role ultimately fulfilled by Jesus Christ as the High Priest (Hebrews 4:14-16). at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting since the plague had been halted Persons / Places / Events 1. AaronThe brother of Moses and the first high priest of Israel. In Numbers 16, Aaron plays a crucial role in interceding for the people of Israel during a plague. 2. Moses The leader of the Israelites, chosen by God to lead His people out of Egypt. Moses is central in mediating between God and the Israelites during the rebellion of Korah. 3. The Tabernacle The dwelling place of God among the Israelites, where Aaron and Moses often communicated with God. It is the focal point of worship and sacrifice. 4. The Plague A divine punishment sent by God as a result of the rebellion led by Korah, Dathan, and Abiram against Moses and Aaron's leadership. 5. Israelites The chosen people of God, who are often depicted as rebellious and disobedient, yet recipients of God's mercy and grace. Teaching Points The Role of IntercessionAaron's intercession highlights the importance of standing in the gap for others in prayer and seeking God's mercy on behalf of those who have sinned. The Consequences of Rebellion The rebellion of Korah serves as a warning against challenging God's appointed leaders and the consequences of disobedience. God's Mercy and Justice While God is just in punishing sin, His mercy is evident in providing a means of atonement and sparing the lives of many through Aaron's actions. The Importance of Obedience Obedience to God's commands and respect for His chosen leaders are crucial for maintaining order and receiving His blessings. The Power of Prayer The swift cessation of the plague upon Aaron's intercession demonstrates the power of prayer and the importance of seeking God's intervention in times of crisis. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 16:50?2. How does Numbers 16:50 demonstrate God's response to rebellion and disobedience? 3. What role does Moses play in interceding for the people in Numbers 16:50? 4. How can we apply the lessons from Numbers 16:50 to our daily lives? 5. What connections exist between Numbers 16:50 and God's holiness throughout Scripture? 6. How does Numbers 16:50 encourage us to seek God's mercy and forgiveness? 7. Why did Aaron return to Moses at the tent of meeting in Numbers 16:50? 8. How does Numbers 16:50 demonstrate God's response to rebellion? 9. What is the significance of the plague ending in Numbers 16:50? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 16? 11. Why did Korah rebel against Moses and Aaron? 12. Why does God's response in Numbers 16:44-45 seem inconsistent with His mercy in other parts of the Bible? 13. If God is just, why were thousands punished for the actions of a few in Numbers 16:49? 14. Who was Abiram in the Bible? What Does Numbers 16:50 Mean Then Aaron returned to Moses• In the narrative that runs from Numbers 16:41–49, Aaron—at Moses’ direction—took his censer, made atonement, and literally “stood between the living and the dead” (v. 48). His return underscores completed obedience; he did not pause until the assignment was finished (cf. Exodus 40:16; Hebrews 3:5). • Aaron’s movement back to Moses pictures restored order after rebellion (Korah’s uprising, Numbers 16:1–35). God’s appointed leaders are again side-by-side, illustrating how unity among God-given authorities safeguards the people (see Ecclesiastes 4:12; Philippians 2:2). • The sequence—Aaron goes out, intercedes, then comes back—foreshadows Christ’s mediatorial work: “having offered one sacrifice for sins for all time, He sat down at the right hand of God” (Hebrews 10:12). Aaron’s return signals the task was effective and accepted. at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting • This location matters. God said, “There I will meet with you” (Exodus 29:42). It is the divinely designated intersection of heaven and earth for Israel. By standing there, Moses and Aaron place themselves under God’s gaze, not human applause (cf. Numbers 14:10; 20:6). • The entrance functions as the nation’s spiritual headquarters. Moments earlier, the interior had been threatened by rebellion; now it is once more the focal point of covenant life (Exodus 33:7–11). • Coming to the doorway rather than deep inside suggests accessibility. God’s mercy is not hidden behind curtains but is announced where people can see (Matthew 27:51; Hebrews 4:16). since the plague had been halted • The phrase looks back to v. 48: “the plague was halted”. God’s wrath is real (Numbers 11:33; Psalm 90:11), yet it yields when atonement is made (2 Samuel 24:25). • Aaron’s incense symbolized intercessory prayer rising before God (Revelation 8:3–4). When judgment stopped, it confirmed that the prescribed means of atonement works—God keeps His word (Leviticus 16:11–13; Numbers 17:12–13). • Israel learns that sin’s consequences are deadly, but God provides a mediator. This anticipates the greater plague of sin halted by Christ’s sacrifice (Isaiah 53:5; 1 Peter 2:24). • The halted plague also protects future generations by reminding them to submit to divine authority (Deuteronomy 11:26–28; 1 Corinthians 10:6). summary Numbers 16:50 shows the aftermath of divine intervention: Aaron the high priest completes his mediatory mission and reunites with Moses at God’s appointed meeting place, visibly proving that the deadly plague has ceased. The scene celebrates obedience to God’s instructions, the power of intercession, and the faithfulness of the Lord to honor atoning sacrifice—truths that echo throughout Scripture and find their ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Verse 50. - And the plague was stayed. Not only temporarily, while Aaron stood between the dead and the living, but finally and effectually.
Hebrew Then Aaronאַהֲרֹן֙ (’a·hă·rōn) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 175: Aaron -- an elder brother of Moses returned וַיָּ֤שָׁב (way·yā·šāḇ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7725: To turn back, in, to retreat, again to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to Moses מֹשֶׁ֔ה (mō·šeh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver at אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the entrance פֶּ֖תַח (pe·ṯaḥ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6607: An opening, door, entrance way to the Tent אֹ֣הֶל (’ō·hel) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 168: A tent of Meeting, מוֹעֵ֑ד (mō·w·‘êḏ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4150: Appointed time, place, or meeting since the plague וְהַמַּגֵּפָ֖ה (wə·ham·mag·gê·p̄āh) Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4046: A blow, slaughter, plague, pestilence had been halted. נֶעֱצָֽרָה׃ (ne·‘ĕ·ṣā·rāh) Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 6113: To inclose, to hold back, to maintain, rule, assemble Links Numbers 16:50 NIVNumbers 16:50 NLT Numbers 16:50 ESV Numbers 16:50 NASB Numbers 16:50 KJV Numbers 16:50 BibleApps.com Numbers 16:50 Biblia Paralela Numbers 16:50 Chinese Bible Numbers 16:50 French Bible Numbers 16:50 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 16:50 Aaron returned to Moses to the door (Nu Num.) |