Numbers 16:8
New International Version
Moses also said to Korah, “Now listen, you Levites!

New Living Translation
Then Moses spoke again to Korah: “Now listen, you Levites!

English Standard Version
And Moses said to Korah, “Hear now, you sons of Levi:

Berean Standard Bible
Moses also said to Korah, “Now listen, you sons of Levi!

King James Bible
And Moses said unto Korah, Hear, I pray you, ye sons of Levi:

New King James Version
Then Moses said to Korah, “Hear now, you sons of Levi:

New American Standard Bible
Then Moses said to Korah, “Hear now, you sons of Levi:

NASB 1995
Then Moses said to Korah, “Hear now, you sons of Levi,

NASB 1977
Then Moses said to Korah, “Hear now, you sons of Levi,

Legacy Standard Bible
Then Moses said to Korah, “Hear now, you sons of Levi,

Amplified Bible
Then Moses said to Korah, “Hear now, you sons of Levi,

Christian Standard Bible
Moses also told Korah, “Now listen, Levites!

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Moses also told Korah, “Now listen, Levites!

American Standard Version
And Moses said unto Korah, Hear now, ye sons of Levi:

English Revised Version
And Moses said unto Korah, Hear now, ye sons of Levi:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Moses also said to Korah, "Listen, you Levites!

Good News Translation
Moses continued to speak to Korah. "Listen, you Levites!

International Standard Version
Moses also told Korah, "Listen now, you descendants of Levi!

Majority Standard Bible
Moses also said to Korah, ?Now listen, you sons of Levi!

NET Bible
Moses said to Korah, "Listen now, you sons of Levi!

New Heart English Bible
Moses said to Korah, "Hear now, you sons of Levi.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Moses said to Korah, Hear, I pray you, ye sons of Levi:

World English Bible
Moses said to Korah, “Hear now, you sons of Levi!
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Moses says to Korah, “Now hear, sons of Levi;

Young's Literal Translation
And Moses saith unto Korah, 'Hear ye, I pray you, sons of Levi;

Smith's Literal Translation
And Moses will say to Korah, Hear, now, ye sons of Levi:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And he said again to Core: Hear ye sons of Levi.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And he said again to Korah: “Listen, sons of Levi.

New American Bible
Moses also said to Korah, “Hear, now, you Levites!

New Revised Standard Version
Then Moses said to Korah, “Hear now, you Levites!
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Moses said to Korah, Hear again, O you sons of Levi;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Moshe said to Qorakh, “Hear again, sons of Levi:
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Moses said unto Korah: 'Hear now, ye sons of Levi:

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Moses said to Core, Hearken to me, ye sons of Levi.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Korah's Rebellion
7and tomorrow you are to place fire and incense in them in the presence of the LORD. Then the man the LORD chooses will be the one who is holy. It is you sons of Levi who have taken too much upon yourselves!” 8Moses also said to Korah, “Now listen, you sons of Levi! 9Is it not enough for you that the God of Israel has separated you from the congregation of Israel and brought you near to Himself to perform the work at the LORD’s tabernacle, and to stand before the congregation to minister to them?…

Cross References
Exodus 28:1
“Next, have your brother Aaron brought to you from among the Israelites, along with his sons Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar, and Ithamar, to serve Me as priests.

Leviticus 8:1-3
Then the LORD said to Moses, / “Take Aaron and his sons, their garments, the anointing oil, the bull of the sin offering, the two rams, and the basket of unleavened bread, / and assemble the whole congregation at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting.”

1 Samuel 12:6
Then Samuel said to the people, “The LORD is the One who appointed Moses and Aaron, and who brought your fathers up out of the land of Egypt.

1 Chronicles 23:13
The sons of Amram: Aaron and Moses. Aaron and his descendants were set apart forever to consecrate the most holy things, to burn incense before the LORD, to minister before Him, and to pronounce blessings in His name forever.

Psalm 106:16-18
In the camp they envied Moses, as well as Aaron, the holy one of the LORD. / The earth opened up and swallowed Dathan; it covered the assembly of Abiram. / Then fire blazed through their company; flames consumed the wicked.

Isaiah 66:5
You who tremble at His word, hear the word of the LORD: “Your brothers who hate you and exclude you because of My name have said, ‘Let the LORD be glorified that we may see your joy!’ But they will be put to shame.”

Jeremiah 1:5
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I set you apart and appointed you as a prophet to the nations.”

Ezekiel 44:15-16
But the Levitical priests, who are descended from Zadok and who kept charge of My sanctuary when the Israelites went astray from Me, are to approach Me to minister before Me. They will stand before Me to offer Me fat and blood, declares the Lord GOD. / They alone shall enter My sanctuary and draw near to My table to minister before Me. They will keep My charge.

Malachi 2:4-7
Then you will know that I have sent you this commandment so that My covenant with Levi may continue,” says the LORD of Hosts. / “My covenant with him was one of life and peace, which I gave to him; it called for reverence, and he revered Me and stood in awe of My name. / True instruction was in his mouth, and nothing false was found on his lips. He walked with Me in peace and uprightness, and he turned many from iniquity. ...

Hebrews 5:4
No one takes this honor upon himself; he must be called by God, just as Aaron was.

Hebrews 7:11-14
Now if perfection could have been attained through the Levitical priesthood (for on this basis the people received the law), why was there still need for another priest to appear—one in the order of Melchizedek and not in the order of Aaron? / For when the priesthood is changed, the law must be changed as well. / He of whom these things are said belonged to a different tribe, from which no one has ever served at the altar. ...

Hebrews 9:6-7
When everything had been prepared in this way, the priests entered regularly into the first room to perform their sacred duties. / But only the high priest entered the second room, and then only once a year, and never without blood, which he offered for himself and for the sins the people had committed in ignorance.

1 Peter 2:9
But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.

Jude 1:11
Woe to them! They have traveled the path of Cain; they have rushed headlong into the error of Balaam; they have perished in Korah’s rebellion.

Revelation 1:6
who has made us to be a kingdom, priests to His God and Father—to Him be the glory and power forever and ever! Amen.


Treasury of Scripture

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Numbers 16
1. The rebellion of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram
23. 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














Moses also said to Korah
Moses, the leader appointed by God to guide the Israelites out of Egypt and through the wilderness, addresses Korah directly. Korah, a Levite, led a rebellion against Moses and Aaron, challenging their leadership and the priesthood's exclusivity. This confrontation highlights the tension between divine appointment and human ambition. The rebellion is a significant event, illustrating the dangers of pride and disobedience against God's established order. Korah's challenge is not just against Moses but against God's authority, as Moses was chosen by God to lead His people.

Now listen
This phrase is a call to attention, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation. Moses is about to deliver a message of great importance, and it is crucial for Korah and his followers to heed his words. The imperative "listen" suggests that what follows is not merely advice but a divine warning. In biblical narratives, listening often implies obedience, and failure to listen can lead to dire consequences, as seen in the outcome of Korah's rebellion.

you sons of Levi!
The Levites were set apart for religious duties and service in the tabernacle. By addressing them as "sons of Levi," Moses reminds them of their privileged position and responsibilities. This designation underscores the gravity of their rebellion, as they were already chosen for a special role in God's service. The Levites' dissatisfaction and desire for more power reflect a deeper issue of ingratitude and rebellion against God's provision. This phrase also connects to the broader biblical theme of God's chosen people and the responsibilities that come with divine election. The rebellion of the Levites serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of coveting roles and positions not assigned by God.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
The leader of the Israelites, chosen by God to lead His people out of Egypt and through the wilderness. In this passage, Moses is addressing a rebellion against his leadership.

2. Korah
A Levite who led a rebellion against Moses and Aaron, questioning their leadership and the special role of the priesthood.

3. Sons of Levi
Refers to the Levites, the tribe set apart for religious duties and service in the tabernacle. Korah and his followers were part of this tribe.

4. Rebellion
The event where Korah, along with Dathan, Abiram, and 250 other leaders, challenged the authority of Moses and Aaron, leading to a significant confrontation.

5. Wilderness
The setting of this event, where the Israelites were journeying after their exodus from Egypt, a place of testing and revelation of God's will.
Teaching Points
Respect for God-Ordained Leadership
God appoints leaders for His purposes. Just as Moses was chosen, we must respect and support those God places in authority over us.

The Danger of Pride and Rebellion
Korah's rebellion was rooted in pride and a desire for power. We must guard our hearts against similar attitudes that lead us away from God's will.

The Role of the Levites
The Levites were set apart for service. This reminds us of our own calling to serve God faithfully in whatever role He assigns us.

Listening to God's Voice
Moses calls Korah to listen. We must be attentive to God's voice, especially when it challenges our desires or plans.

Consequences of Disobedience
The account of Korah serves as a sobering reminder of the consequences of disobedience and the importance of aligning ourselves with God's commands.Verse 8. - Hear, I pray you, ye sons of Levi. No son of Levi is mentioned in the narrative except Korah, and this address itself passes into the second person singular (verses 10, 11), as though Korah alone were personally guilty. It is possible enough that behind him was a considerable body of public opinion among the Levites more or less decidedly supporting him; but there is no need to impute any general disloyalty to them.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Moses
מֹשֶׁ֖ה (mō·šeh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver

also said
וַיֹּ֥אמֶר (way·yō·mer)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

to
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

Korah,
קֹ֑רַח (qō·raḥ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 7141: Korah -- an Edomite name, also an Israelite name

“Now
נָ֖א (nā)
Interjection
Strong's 4994: I pray', 'now', 'then'

listen,
שִׁמְעוּ־ (šim·‘ū-)
Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural
Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently

you sons
בְּנֵ֥י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Levi!
לֵוִֽי׃ (lê·wî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3878: Levi -- a son of Jacob, also the tribe descended from him


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