Numbers 26:3
New International Version
So on the plains of Moab by the Jordan across from Jericho, Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them and said,

New Living Translation
So there on the plains of Moab beside the Jordan River, across from Jericho, Moses and Eleazar the priest issued these instructions to the leaders of Israel:

English Standard Version
And Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying,

Berean Standard Bible
So on the plains of Moab by the Jordan, across from Jericho, Moses and Eleazar the priest issued the instruction,

King James Bible
And Moses and Eleazar the priest spake with them in the plains of Moab by Jordan near Jericho, saying,

New King James Version
So Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan, across from Jericho, saying:

New American Standard Bible
So Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying,

NASB 1995
So Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying,

NASB 1977
So Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying,

Legacy Standard Bible
So Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying,

Amplified Bible
So Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with the people in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying,

Christian Standard Bible
So Moses and the priest Eleazar said to them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan across from Jericho,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So Moses and Eleazar the priest said to them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan across from Jericho, “

American Standard Version
And Moses and Eleazar the priest spake with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying,

Contemporary English Version
Israel was now camped in the hills of Moab across the Jordan River from the town of Jericho. Moses and Eleazar told them

English Revised Version
And Moses and Eleazar the priest spake with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying,

GOD'S WORD® Translation
So Moses and the priest Eleazar spoke to the Israelites on the plains of Moab near the Jordan River across from Jericho. They said,

International Standard Version
Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke to them in the plains of Moab, by the Jordan River in Jericho.

Majority Standard Bible
So on the plains of Moab by the Jordan, across from Jericho, Moses and Eleazar the priest issued the instruction,

NET Bible
So Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab, by the Jordan River across from Jericho. They said,

New Heart English Bible
Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying,

Webster's Bible Translation
And Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by Jordan near Jericho, saying,

World English Bible
Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Moses speaks—Eleazar the priest also—with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan, [near] Jericho, saying,

Young's Literal Translation
And Moses speaketh -- Eleazar the priest also -- with them, in the plains of Moab, by Jordan, near Jericho, saying,

Smith's Literal Translation
And Moses will speak, and Eleazar the priest, with them in the desert of Moab of Jericho, saying,
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Moses therefore and Eleazar the priest, being in the plains of Moab upon the Jordan over against Jericho, spoke to them that were

Catholic Public Domain Version
And so, Moses and Eleazar the priest, who were in the plains of Moab, above the Jordan, opposite Jericho, spoke to those who were

New American Bible
So on the plains of Moab along the Jordan at Jericho, Moses and Eleazar the priest enrolled them,

New Revised Standard Version
Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan opposite Jericho, saying,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Moses and Eleazar the priest talked with the people in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Moshe and Eliazar the Priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan of Yerikho.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho, saying:

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke in Araboth of Moab at the Jordan by Jericho, saying,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Second Census of Israel
2“Take a census of the whole congregation of Israel by the houses of their fathers—all those twenty years of age or older who can serve in the army of Israel.” 3So on the plains of Moab by the Jordan, across from Jericho, Moses and Eleazar the priest issued the instruction, 4“Take a census of the men twenty years of age or older, as the LORD has commanded Moses.” And these were the Israelites who came out of the land of Egypt:…

Cross References
Numbers 1:1-3
On the first day of the second month of the second year after the Israelites had come out of the land of Egypt, the LORD spoke to Moses in the Tent of Meeting in the Wilderness of Sinai. He said: / “Take a census of the whole congregation of Israel by their clans and families, listing every man by name, one by one. / You and Aaron are to number those who are twenty years of age or older by their divisions—everyone who can serve in Israel’s army.

Numbers 14:29-30
Your bodies will fall in this wilderness—all who were numbered in the census, everyone twenty years of age or older—because you have grumbled against Me. / Surely none of you will enter the land in which I swore to settle you, except Caleb son of Jephunneh and Joshua son of Nun.

Numbers 1:19
just as the LORD had commanded Moses. So Moses numbered them in the Wilderness of Sinai:

Numbers 1:45-46
So all the Israelites twenty years of age or older who could serve in Israel’s army were counted according to their families. / And all those counted totaled 603,550.

Numbers 14:26-35
Then the LORD said to Moses and Aaron, / “How long will this wicked congregation grumble against Me? I have heard the complaints that the Israelites are making against Me. / So tell them: As surely as I live, declares the LORD, I will do to you exactly as I heard you say. ...

Deuteronomy 1:35-36
“Not one of the men of this evil generation shall see the good land I swore to give your fathers, / except Caleb son of Jephunneh. He will see it, and I will give him and his descendants the land on which he has set foot, because he followed the LORD wholeheartedly.”

Deuteronomy 2:14-15
The time we spent traveling from Kadesh-barnea until we crossed over the Brook of Zered was thirty-eight years, until that entire generation of fighting men had perished from the camp, as the LORD had sworn to them. / Indeed, the LORD’s hand was against them, to eliminate them from the camp, until they had all perished.

Exodus 30:12
“When you take a census of the Israelites to number them, each man must pay the LORD a ransom for his life when he is counted. Then no plague will come upon them when they are numbered.

Exodus 38:25-26
The silver from those numbered among the congregation totaled 100 talents and 1,775 shekels, according to the sanctuary shekel— / a beka per person, that is, half a shekel, according to the sanctuary shekel, from everyone twenty years of age or older who had crossed over to be numbered, a total of 603,550 men.

Joshua 5:6
For the Israelites had wandered in the wilderness forty years, until all the nation’s men of war who had come out of Egypt had died, since they did not obey the LORD. So the LORD vowed never to let them see the land He had sworn to their fathers to give us, a land flowing with milk and honey.

1 Chronicles 21:1-2
Then Satan rose up against Israel and incited David to take a census of Israel. / So David said to Joab and the commanders of the troops, “Go and count the Israelites from Beersheba to Dan and bring me a report, so that I may know their number.”

2 Samuel 24:1-2
Again the anger of the LORD burned against Israel, and He stirred up David against them, saying, “Go and take a census of Israel and Judah.” / So the king said to Joab the commander of his army, who was with him, “Go now throughout the tribes of Israel from Dan to Beersheba and register the troops, so that I may know their number.”

Psalm 90:3-10
You return man to dust, saying, “Return, O sons of mortals.” / For in Your sight a thousand years are but a day that passes, or a watch of the night. / You sweep them away in their sleep; they are like the new grass of the morning— ...

Hebrews 3:16-19
For who were the ones who heard and rebelled? Were they not all those Moses led out of Egypt? / And with whom was God angry for forty years? Was it not with those who sinned, whose bodies fell in the wilderness? / And to whom did He swear that they would never enter His rest? Was it not to those who disobeyed? ...

1 Corinthians 10:5
Nevertheless, God was not pleased with most of them, for they were struck down in the wilderness.


Treasury of Scripture

And Moses and Eleazar the priest spoke with them in the plains of Moab by Jordan near Jericho, saying,

Numbers 1:1
And the LORD spake unto Moses in the wilderness of Sinai, in the tabernacle of the congregation, on the first day of the second month, in the second year after they were come out of the land of Egypt, saying,

1 Chronicles 21:1
And Satan stood up against Israel, and provoked David to number Israel.

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So on the plains of Moab
The plains of Moab refer to the region east of the Jordan River, opposite Jericho. This area was significant as it was the final encampment of the Israelites before entering the Promised Land. Moab was a territory inhabited by the descendants of Lot, Abraham's nephew. The plains were a strategic location for the Israelites, providing a staging ground for their entry into Canaan. This setting underscores the transition from the wilderness wanderings to the conquest of Canaan.

by the Jordan
The Jordan River was a critical geographical landmark for the Israelites. It represented the boundary between the wilderness and the Promised Land. Crossing the Jordan was symbolic of entering into God's promises. The river is often associated with new beginnings and spiritual renewal, as seen in the later baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist in the Jordan.

across from Jericho
Jericho was one of the first major cities the Israelites would encounter in Canaan. Its mention here foreshadows the upcoming conquest and the miraculous victory God would provide. Jericho's strategic location made it a key military target, and its fall would demonstrate God's power and faithfulness to His promises.

Moses and Eleazar the priest
Moses, the leader of the Israelites, and Eleazar, the son of Aaron and the high priest, represent both civil and religious authority. Their partnership in issuing instructions highlights the integration of spiritual and communal leadership. Eleazar's role as priest emphasizes the importance of maintaining a covenant relationship with God during this transitional period.

issued the instruction
The issuing of instruction by Moses and Eleazar signifies the continuation of God's guidance through His appointed leaders. This moment reflects the importance of obedience to divine commands as the Israelites prepare to enter the Promised Land. The instructions given were likely related to the census and organization of the tribes, ensuring readiness for the challenges ahead.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
The 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 Pentateuch and is known for his close relationship with God.

2. Eleazar the Priest
The son of Aaron, Eleazar took on the role of high priest after Aaron's death. He played a significant role in the spiritual leadership of Israel.

3. Plains of Moab
A region east of the Jordan River, opposite Jericho. This location is significant as it is where the Israelites camped before entering the Promised Land.

4. Jordan River
A major river in the Middle East, serving as a boundary for the Promised Land. It is a symbol of transition and new beginnings for the Israelites.

5. Jericho
A city located near the Jordan River, known for its fortified walls. It was the first city conquered by the Israelites in the Promised Land.
Teaching Points
Leadership and Succession
Moses and Eleazar represent a model of leadership transition. God’s work continues through successive generations, and it is crucial to prepare future leaders to carry on His mission.

Faithfulness in Transition
The location on the plains of Moab signifies a period of waiting and preparation. Believers are often called to be faithful in times of transition, trusting in God’s timing and promises.

The Role of Spiritual Leaders
Eleazar’s role as a priest underscores the importance of spiritual guidance and intercession. Spiritual leaders are vital in helping communities remain focused on God’s will.

God’s Promises and Fulfillment
The proximity to the Jordan River and Jericho reminds us of God’s faithfulness in fulfilling His promises. Believers can trust that God will bring them to their "Promised Land" in His perfect timing.Verse 3. - Spake with them, i.e., no doubt with the responsible chiefs, who must have assisted in this census, as in the previous one (chapter Numbers 1:4), although the fact is not mentioned.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
So on the plains
בְּעַֽרְבֹ֣ת (bə·‘ar·ḇōṯ)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine plural construct
Strong's 6160: Arabah -- a steppe or desert plain, also a desert valley running south from the Sea of Galilee

of Moab
מוֹאָ֑ב (mō·w·’āḇ)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 4124: Moab -- a son of Lot,also his descendants and the territory where they settled

by
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the Jordan,
יַרְדֵּ֥ן (yar·dên)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3383: Jordan -- the principal river of Palestine

across from Jericho,
יְרֵח֖וֹ (yə·rê·ḥōw)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3405: Jericho -- a city in the Jordan Valley captured by Joshua

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

and Eleazar
וְאֶלְעָזָ֧ר (wə·’el·‘ā·zār)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 499: Eleazar -- 'God has helped', six Israelites

the priest
הַכֹּהֵ֛ן (hak·kō·hên)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3548: Priest

issued
וַיְדַבֵּ֨ר (way·ḏab·bêr)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue

the instruction,
לֵאמֹֽר׃ (lê·mōr)
Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct
Strong's 559: To utter, say


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