Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version So Moses collected the redemption money from those who exceeded the number redeemed by the Levites. New Living Translation So Moses collected the silver for redeeming the firstborn sons of Israel who exceeded the number of Levites. English Standard Version So Moses took the redemption money from those who were over and above those redeemed by the Levites. Berean Standard Bible So Moses collected the redemption money from those in excess of the number redeemed by the Levites. King James Bible And Moses took the redemption money of them that were over and above them that were redeemed by the Levites: New King James Version So Moses took the redemption money from those who were over and above those who were redeemed by the Levites. New American Standard Bible So Moses took the redemption money from those who were in excess of the number of those redeemed by the Levites; NASB 1995 So Moses took the ransom money from those who were in excess, beyond those ransomed by the Levites; NASB 1977 So Moses took the ransom money from those who were in excess, beyond those ransomed by the Levites; Legacy Standard Bible So Moses took the money of the redemption price from those who were in excess, beyond those redeemed by the Levites; Amplified Bible So Moses took the ransom (redemption) money from those who were in excess, beyond those ransomed by the Levites; Christian Standard Bible So Moses collected the redemption amount from those in excess of the ones redeemed by the Levites. Holman Christian Standard Bible So Moses collected the redemption money from those in excess of the ones redeemed by the Levites. American Standard Version And Moses took the redemption-money from them that were over and above them that were redeemed by the Levites; Contemporary English Version Moses collected the silver from the extra 273 first-born men and boys, English Revised Version And Moses took the redemption-money from them that were over and above them that were redeemed by the Levites: GOD'S WORD® Translation So Moses took this ransom money from the Israelites who outnumbered the Levites. Good News Translation Moses obeyed and took International Standard Version So Moses took the ransom money to account for the difference in the total number of those redeemed by the descendants of Levi. NET Bible So Moses took the redemption money from those who were in excess of those redeemed by the Levites. New Heart English Bible Moses took the redemption money from those who exceeded the number of those who were redeemed by the Levites; Webster's Bible Translation And Moses took the redemption-money of them that were over and above them that were redeemed by the Levites: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo Moses collected the redemption money from those in excess of the number redeemed by the Levites. World English Bible Moses took the redemption money from those who exceeded the number of those who were redeemed by the Levites; Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Moses takes the ransom money from those over and above those ransomed by the Levites; Young's Literal Translation And Moses taketh the ransom money from those over and above those ransomed by the Levites; Smith's Literal Translation And Moses will take the silver of the price of their redemption, from those remaining over them redeemed of the Levites. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleMoses therefore took the money of them that were above, and whom they had redeemed from the Levites, Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, Moses took the money for those that were in excess, and whom they had redeemed from the Levites New American Bible So Moses took the redemption money for those over and above the ones redeemed by the Levites. New Revised Standard Version So Moses took the redemption money from those who were over and above those redeemed by the Levites; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleSo Moses took the redemption money from those who were over and above them that were redeemed by the Levites; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Moshe took the money of redemption from those who exceeded for the redemption of the Levites. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Moses took the redemption-money from them that were over and above them that were redeemed by the Levites; Brenton Septuagint Translation And Moses took the silver, the ransom of those that exceeded in number the redemption of the Levites. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Redemption of the Firstborn…48Give the money to Aaron and his sons as the redemption price for the excess among the Israelites.” 49So Moses collected the redemption money from those in excess of the number redeemed by the Levites. 50He collected the money from the firstborn of the Israelites: 1,365 shekels, according to the sanctuary shekel.… Cross References Exodus 30:12-16 “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. / Everyone who crosses over to those counted must pay a half shekel, according to the sanctuary shekel, which weighs twenty gerahs. This half shekel is an offering to the LORD. / Everyone twenty years of age or older who crosses over must give this offering to the LORD. ... Leviticus 27:2-8 “Speak to the Israelites and say to them, ‘When someone makes a special vow to the LORD involving the value of persons, / if the valuation concerns a male from twenty to sixty years of age, then your valuation shall be fifty shekels of silver, according to the sanctuary shekel. / Or if it is a female, then your valuation shall be thirty shekels. ... Exodus 13:13 You must redeem every firstborn donkey with a lamb, and if you do not redeem it, you are to break its neck. And every firstborn of your sons you must redeem. Exodus 34:20 You must redeem the firstborn of a donkey with a lamb; but if you do not redeem it, you are to break its neck. You must redeem all the firstborn of your sons. No one shall appear before Me empty-handed. Leviticus 25:47-52 If a foreigner residing among you prospers, but your countryman dwelling near him becomes destitute and sells himself to the foreigner or to a member of his clan, / he retains the right of redemption after he has sold himself. One of his brothers may redeem him: / either his uncle or cousin or any close relative from his clan may redeem him. Or if he prospers, he may redeem himself. ... 1 Peter 1:18-19 For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life you inherited from your forefathers, / but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or spot. Matthew 20:28 just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” 1 Corinthians 6:20 you were bought at a price. Therefore glorify God with your body. 1 Corinthians 7:23 You were bought at a price; do not become slaves of men. Ephesians 1:7 In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace Colossians 1:14 in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. Hebrews 9:12 He did not enter by the blood of goats and calves, but He entered the Most Holy Place once for all by His own blood, thus securing eternal redemption. Hebrews 9:15 Therefore Christ is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance, now that He has died to redeem them from the transgressions committed under the first covenant. 1 Timothy 2:6 who gave Himself as a ransom for all—the testimony that was given at just the right time. Galatians 3:13 Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us. For it is written: “Cursed is everyone who is hung on a tree.” Treasury of Scripture And Moses took the redemption money of them that were over and above them that were redeemed by the Levites: no reference Jump to Previous Collected Exceeded Excess Levites Money Price Ransom Ransomed Redeemed Redemption Redemption-MoneyJump to Next Collected Exceeded Excess Levites Money Price Ransom Ransomed Redeemed Redemption Redemption-MoneyNumbers 3 1. The sons of Aaron5. The Levites are given to the priests instead of the firstborn 14. Are numbered by their families 21. The families, number, and charge of the Gershonites 27. Of the Kohathites 33. Of the Merarites 38. The place and charge of Moses and Aaron 40. The firstborn are freed by the Levites 44. The balances are refunded So Moses collected the redemption money In the context of Numbers 3, God had set apart the Levites for service in the tabernacle, taking them in place of the firstborn sons of Israel. The redemption money was a form of compensation for the excess number of firstborn Israelites over the Levites. This act of collecting redemption money highlights the principle of substitution and redemption, which is a recurring theme in the Bible. It foreshadows the ultimate redemption through Jesus Christ, who paid the price for humanity's sins. The concept of redemption is deeply rooted in the sacrificial system established in the Old Testament, pointing to the need for a mediator between God and man. from those in excess of the number redeemed by the Levites. Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, chosen by God to lead His people out of Egypt and through the wilderness. In this context, Moses acts as the mediator between God and the Israelites, executing God's commands regarding the redemption of the firstborn. 2. The Levites A tribe set apart for religious duties and service to God. They were chosen to serve in place of the firstborn sons of Israel, who were originally consecrated to God. 3. The Israelites The people of God, descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. They are the recipients of God's covenant and are being organized into a nation under God's law. 4. Redemption Money A specific amount of money collected as a substitute for the firstborn sons of Israel who exceeded the number of Levites. This act of redemption underscores the principle of substitution and atonement. 5. The Wilderness The setting for the events of Numbers, where the Israelites are journeying from Egypt to the Promised Land. It is a place of testing, instruction, and preparation for entering Canaan. Teaching Points The Principle of SubstitutionThe Levites were chosen to serve in place of the firstborn, illustrating the biblical principle of substitution. This foreshadows Christ's substitutionary atonement for our sins. The Cost of Redemption Redemption involves a cost, as seen in the collection of redemption money. This reminds us of the ultimate price paid by Christ for our redemption. God's Sovereign Choice God's selection of the Levites highlights His sovereign will and purpose. We are reminded to trust in God's choices and His plans for our lives. The Importance of Obedience Moses' obedience in collecting the redemption money demonstrates the importance of following God's commands precisely. Our obedience is a reflection of our faith and trust in God. The Role of Mediation Moses acts as a mediator between God and the people, pointing to the need for a mediator in our relationship with God, ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 3:49?2. How does Numbers 3:49 demonstrate God's provision for the Levites' redemption? 3. What does the redemption price in Numbers 3:49 reveal about God's justice? 4. How can we apply the principle of redemption in Numbers 3:49 today? 5. What connections exist between Numbers 3:49 and Christ's redemptive work in the New Testament? 6. How does Numbers 3:49 enhance our understanding of God's covenant with Israel? 7. Why did God command a ransom payment in Numbers 3:49? 8. How does Numbers 3:49 reflect God's justice and mercy? 9. What is the significance of the Levites' redemption in Numbers 3:49? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 3? 11. Why did Korah rebel against Moses and Aaron? 12. Numbers 3:39 - How plausible is the total of exactly 22,000 Levites, given population estimates of that era? 13. Why does Genesis 49:5-7 curse Simeon and Levi, yet the Levites later assume priestly duties--does this indicate an internal contradiction? 14. Numbers 3 - Do the Levite genealogies align with any known historical or archaeological evidence outside the Bible? What Does Numbers 3:49 Mean So Moses collected• The verb “collected” shows Moses’ immediate and faithful obedience to the directive he had just received (Numbers 3:44–45; Exodus 40:16). • Moses acts as mediator for the people, a role captured elsewhere: “Moses did everything just as the LORD had commanded him” (Exodus 40:16). • His prompt action underscores that God’s instructions are never suggestions; they are to be carried out precisely (Deuteronomy 4:2; Hebrews 3:5). the redemption money • “Redemption” points to a payment that frees someone from an obligation. Here it is literal silver—“five shekels for each one” (Numbers 3:47). • This echoes earlier legislation: “Every firstborn of man among your sons you shall redeem” (Exodus 13:13). • The money symbolizes substitutionary atonement, a theme later fulfilled in Christ who redeems “not with perishable things such as silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ” (1 Peter 1:18–19). from those in excess • There were 22,273 firstborn males, but only 22,000 Levites (Numbers 3:39, 43). • That left 273 “in excess,” demonstrating that God’s accounting is exact—He notices every individual (Luke 12:6–7). • Each of those 273 families paid the ransom personally, teaching that everyone must deal with God on personal terms (Ezekiel 18:20; Romans 14:12). of the number redeemed • Most firstborn were “redeemed” by being exchanged for a Levite. God had declared, “I have taken the Levites in place of every firstborn among the Israelites” (Numbers 3:45; cf. Numbers 8:16–18). • The precise tally assures Israel that the substitution was complete and legitimate—no firstborn remained unaccounted for (Psalm 119:160). • The idea of a counted, redeemed people anticipates the certainty believers have in Christ, whose sacrifice covers every one of His own (John 10:28–29). by the Levites • The Levites served as living substitutes, devoted to the tabernacle and to God Himself (Numbers 1:50–53). • Their lifelong ministry was the practical outcome of redemption—a reminder that being redeemed leads to service (Romans 12:1). • The tribe’s unique status prefigures the greater Substitute, Jesus, who “entered the Most Holy Place once for all, having obtained eternal redemption” (Hebrews 9:12). summary Numbers 3:49 records Moses’ careful obedience in gathering the ransom for the 273 firstborn who had no Levite counterpart. The verse highlights God’s exactness, the cost of redemption, and the principle of substitution—truths ultimately fulfilled in Christ, our perfect Redeemer. (49) Redeemed by the Levites.--i.e., who were redeemed by the substitution of the Levites in their place.Hebrew So Mosesמֹשֶׁ֔ה (mō·šeh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver collected וַיִּקַּ֣ח (way·yiq·qaḥ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3947: To take the redemption הַפִּדְי֑וֹם (hap·piḏ·yō·wm) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6306: Ransom, that were redeemed, redemption money כֶּ֣סֶף (ke·sep̄) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3701: Silver, money from those in excess הָעֹ֣דְפִ֔ים (hā·‘ō·ḏə·p̄îm) Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural Strong's 5736: To remain over, be in excess of עַ֖ל (‘al) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against the number redeemed פְּדוּיֵ֥י (pə·ḏū·yê) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine plural construct Strong's 6302: That are to be that were redeemed by the Levites. הַלְוִיִּֽם׃ (hal·wî·yim) Article | Noun - proper - masculine plural Strong's 3881: Levites -- descendant of Levi Links Numbers 3:49 NIVNumbers 3:49 NLT Numbers 3:49 ESV Numbers 3:49 NASB Numbers 3:49 KJV Numbers 3:49 BibleApps.com Numbers 3:49 Biblia Paralela Numbers 3:49 Chinese Bible Numbers 3:49 French Bible Numbers 3:49 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 3:49 Moses took the redemption money from those (Nu Num.) |
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