New International Version and brought the captives, spoils and plunder to Moses and Eleazar the priest and the Israelite assembly at their camp on the plains of Moab, by the Jordan across from Jericho. New Living Translation they brought them all to Moses and Eleazar the priest, and to the whole community of Israel, which was camped on the plains of Moab beside the Jordan River, across from Jericho. English Standard Version Then they brought the captives and the plunder and the spoil to Moses, and to Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of the people of Israel, at the camp on the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho. Berean Standard Bible They brought the captives, spoils, and plunder to Moses, to Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of Israel at the camp on the plains of Moab, by the Jordan across from Jericho. Berean Literal Bible And they brought to Moses and to Eleazar the priest and to the congregation of the sons of Israel the captives, and the plunder, and the spoil—to the camp in the plains of Moab, which are by the Jordan near Jericho. King James Bible And they brought the captives, and the prey, and the spoil, unto Moses, and Eleazar the priest, and unto the congregation of the children of Israel, unto the camp at the plains of Moab, which are by Jordan near Jericho. New King James Version Then they brought the captives, the booty, and the spoil to Moses, to Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of the children of Israel, to the camp in the plains of Moab by the Jordan, across from Jericho. New American Standard Bible They brought the captives and the spoils and the plunder to Moses, to Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of the sons of Israel, to the camp at the plains of Moab which are by the Jordan, opposite Jericho. NASB 1995 They brought the captives and the prey and the spoil to Moses, and to Eleazar the priest and to the congregation of the sons of Israel, to the camp at the plains of Moab, which are by the Jordan opposite Jericho. NASB 1977 And they brought the captives and the prey and the spoil to Moses, and to Eleazar the priest and to the congregation of the sons of Israel, to the camp at the plains of Moab, which are by the Jordan opposite Jericho. Legacy Standard Bible And they brought the captives and the loot and the spoil to Moses and to Eleazar the priest and to the congregation of the sons of Israel, to the camp at the plains of Moab, which are by the Jordan opposite Jericho. Amplified Bible Then they brought the captives, the spoils, and the plunder to Moses and to Eleazar the priest and to the congregation of the Israelites at the camp on the plains of Moab by the Jordan [River] across from Jericho. Berean Annotated Bible They brought the captives, spoils, and plunder to Moses (drawn out), to Eleazar (God has helped) the priest, and to the congregation of Israel (he wrestles with God) at the camp on the plains of Moab (of his father), by the Jordan (flowing down) across from Jericho (city of palms). Christian Standard Bible They brought the prisoners, animals, and spoils of war to Moses, the priest Eleazar, and the Israelite community at the camp on the plains of Moab by the Jordan across from Jericho. Holman Christian Standard Bible They brought the prisoners, animals, and spoils of war to Moses, Eleazar the priest, and the Israelite community at the camp on the plains of Moab by the Jordan across from Jericho. American Standard Version And they brought the captives, and the prey, and the spoil, unto Moses, and unto Eleazar the priest, and unto the congregation of the children of Israel, unto the camp at the plains of Moab, which are by the Jordan at Jericho. English Revised Version And they brought the captives, and the prey, and the spoil, unto Moses, and unto Eleazar the priest, and unto the congregation of the children of Israel, unto the camp at the plains of Moab, which are by the Jordan at Jericho. GOD'S WORD® Translation and brought the prisoners of war, the loot, and everything to Moses, the priest Eleazar, and the community of Israel at the camp on the plains of Moab near the Jordan River across from Jericho. Good News Translation and brought them to Moses and Eleazar and to the community of the people of Israel, who were at the camp on the plains of Moab across the Jordan from Jericho. International Standard Version Then they brought the captives, booty, and plunder to Moses, to Eleazar the priest, and to the entire community of Israel at the camp on the plains of Moab, by the Jordan River in Jericho. NET Bible They brought the captives and the spoils and the plunder to Moses, to Eleazar the priest, and to the Israelite community, to the camp on the plains of Moab, along the Jordan River across from Jericho. New Heart English Bible They brought the captives, and the prey, and the spoil, to Moses, and to Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of the children of Israel, to the camp at the plains of Moab, which are by the Jordan at Jericho. Webster's Bible Translation And they brought the captives, and the prey, and the spoil to Moses and Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of the children of Israel, to the camp at the plains of Moab, which are by Jordan near Jericho. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThey brought the captives, spoils, and plunder to Moses, to Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of Israel at the camp on the plains of Moab, by the Jordan across from Jericho. World English Bible They brought the captives with the prey and the plunder, to Moses, and to Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of the children of Israel, to the camp at the plains of Moab, which are by the Jordan at Jericho. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand they bring in the captives, and the prey, and the spoil to Moses, and to Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of the sons of Israel, to the camp, to the plains of Moab, which [are] by the Jordan, [near] Jericho. Berean Literal Bible And they brought to Moses and to Eleazar the priest and to the congregation of the sons of Israel the captives, and the plunder, and the spoil—to the camp in the plains of Moab, which are by the Jordan near Jericho. Young's Literal Translation and they bring in, unto Moses, and unto Eleazar the priest, and unto the company of the sons of Israel, the captives, and the prey, and the spoil, unto the camp, unto the plains of Moab, which are by Jordan, near Jericho. Smith's Literal Translation And they will bring to Moses and to Eleazar the priest, and to the assembly of the sons of Israel, the captivity and the spoil and the plunder, to the camp to the desert of Moab, which is by Jordan of Jericho. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd they brought them to Moses, and Eleazar the priest, and to all the multitude of the children of Israel. But the rest of the things for use they carried to the camp on the plains of Moab, beside the Jordan over against Jericho. Catholic Public Domain Version And they led these to Moses and Eleazar the priest, and to all the multitude of the sons of Israel. But the remainder of the articles they carried to the camp on the plains of Moab, next to the Jordan, opposite Jericho. New American Bible to Moses and Eleazar the priest and to the Israelite community at their camp on the plains of Moab by the Jordan opposite Jericho. New Revised Standard Version Then they brought the captives and the booty and the spoil to Moses, to Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of the Israelites, at the camp on the plains of Moab by the Jordan at Jericho. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd they brought the captives, the booty, and the spoil, to Moses and to Eleazar the priest and to the congregation of the children of Israel, to the camp at the plains of Moab which are by the Jordan near Jericho. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And they brought the captivity and the prey and the plunder to Moshe and to Eliazer the Priest and to all of the assembly of the children of Israel to the encampment on the plain of Moab by the Jordan of Yerikho. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And they brought the captives, and the prey, and the spoil, unto Moses, and unto Eleazar the priest, and unto the congregation of the children of Israel, unto the camp, unto the plains of Moab, which are by the Jordan at Jericho. Brenton Septuagint Translation And they brought to Moses and to Eleazar the priest, and to all the children of Israel, the captives, and the spoils, and the plunder, to the camp to Araboth Moab, which is at Jordan by Jericho. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Vengeance on Midian…11and carried away all the plunder and spoils, both people and animals. 12They brought the captives, spoils, and plunder to Moses, to Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of Israel at the camp on the plains of Moab, by the Jordan across from Jericho. 13And Moses, Eleazar the priest, and all the leaders of the congregation went to meet them outside the camp.… Cross References They brought the captives, spoils, and plunder 2 Chronicles 28:8 Then the Israelites took 200,000 captives from their kinsmen—women, sons, and daughters. They also carried off a great deal of plunder and brought it to Samaria. 1 Samuel 30:18-20 So David recovered everything the Amalekites had taken, including his two wives. / Nothing was missing, young or old, son or daughter, or any of the plunder the Amalekites had taken. David brought everything back. / And he took all the flocks and herds, which his men drove ahead of the other livestock, calling out, “This is David’s plunder!” Genesis 14:16 He retrieved all the goods, as well as his relative Lot and his possessions, together with the women and the rest of the people. to Moses, to Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of Israel Numbers 27:2 the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, stood before Moses, Eleazar the priest, the leaders, and the whole congregation, and said, Exodus 35:1 Then Moses assembled the whole congregation of Israel and said to them, “These are the things that the LORD has commanded you to do: Leviticus 8:3 and assemble the whole congregation at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting.” at the camp on the plains of Moab Numbers 33:48-49 They set out from the mountains of Abarim and camped on the plains of Moab by the Jordan across from Jericho. / And there on the plains of Moab they camped by the Jordan, from Beth-jeshimoth to Abel-shittim. Deuteronomy 34:1 Then Moses went up from the plains of Moab to Mount Nebo, to the top of Pisgah, which faces Jericho. And the LORD showed him the whole land—from Gilead as far as Dan, Deuteronomy 29:1 These are the words of the covenant that the LORD commanded Moses to make with the Israelites in the land of Moab, in addition to the covenant He had made with them at Horeb. by the Jordan across from Jericho Numbers 22:1 Then the Israelites traveled on and camped in the plains of Moab near the Jordan, across from Jericho. Joshua 13:32 These were the portions Moses had given them on the plains of Moab beyond the Jordan, east of Jericho. Joshua 3:16 the flowing water stood still. It backed up as far upstream as Adam, a city in the area of Zarethan, while the water flowing toward the Sea of the Arabah (the Salt Sea) was completely cut off. So the people crossed over opposite Jericho. Joshua 22:8 saying, “Return to your homes with your great wealth, with immense herds of livestock, with silver, gold, bronze, iron, and very many clothes. Divide with your brothers the spoil of your enemies.” Deuteronomy 20:14 But the women, children, livestock, and whatever else is in the city—all its spoil—you may take as plunder, and you shall use the spoil of your enemies that the LORD your God gives you. 1 Samuel 30:26 When David arrived in Ziklag, he sent some of the plunder to his friends, the elders of Judah, saying, “Here is a gift for you from the plunder of the LORD’s enemies.” 2 Chronicles 20:25 Then Jehoshaphat and his people went to carry off the plunder, and they found on the bodies an abundance of goods and valuables—more than they could carry away. They were gathering the plunder for three days because there was so much. Treasury of Scripture And they brought the captives, and the prey, and the spoil, to Moses, and Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of the children of Israel, to the camp at the plains of Moab, which are by Jordan near Jericho. the plains of Moab Numbers 22:1 And the children of Israel set forward, and pitched in the plains of Moab on this side Jordan by Jericho. Jump to Previous Assembly Booty Camp Captives Children Company Congregation Eleazar Elea'zar Israel Israelite Jericho Jordan Lowlands Moab Moses Opposite Plains Prey Priest Prisoners Spoil Spoils Tent-CircleJump to Next Assembly Booty Camp Captives Children Company Congregation Eleazar Elea'zar Israel Israelite Jericho Jordan Lowlands Moab Moses Opposite Plains Prey Priest Prisoners Spoil Spoils Tent-CircleNumbers 31 1. The Midianites are spoiled, and Balaam slain13. Moses is angry with the officers, for saving the women alive 19. How the soldiers, with their captives and spoil, are to be purified 25. The proportion in which the prey is to be divided 48. The voluntary offering unto the treasure of the Lord They brought the captives, spoils, and plunder After Israel’s victory over Midian, the soldiers brought all that had been taken in battle: captives, livestock, and material goods. The campaign carried out God’s judgment on Midian for drawing Israel into idolatry and immorality. The captured property was not treated as private gain but was brought under the oversight of Israel’s leaders for cleansing and distribution. 2Ch 28:8 Then the Israelites took 200,000 captives from their kinsmen… to Moses, to Eleazar the priest, and to the congregation of Israel Moses represented Israel’s national leadership, while Eleazar oversaw the priestly requirements connected with the captives and spoil. Bringing the results of the battle before them and the congregation showed that the matter belonged to the whole nation and was to be handled according to God’s commands. Num 27:2 the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, stood before Moses,… at the camp on the plains of Moab, Israel remained encamped east of the Jordan River in the plains of Moab, their final staging area before entering Canaan. From this location, the nation prepared for the coming conquest and received final instructions through Moses. Num 33:48-49 They set out from the mountains of Abarim… by the Jordan across from Jericho. Jericho stood on the western side of the Jordan and would soon become Israel’s first major objective in the land. The setting emphasizes that Israel was at the threshold of the inheritance God had promised, with the wilderness journey nearly complete. Num 22:1 Then the Israelites traveled on and camped in the plains… Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, chosen by God to lead His people out of Egypt and through the wilderness. He is a central figure in the Pentateuch and a mediator between God and the Israelites. 2. Eleazar the Priest The son of Aaron, Eleazar served as the high priest after Aaron's death. He played a crucial role in the religious and ceremonial life of Israel. 3. The Congregation of the Israelites Refers to the assembly of the Israelite people, who were camped on the plains of Moab during this time. They were preparing to enter the Promised Land. 4. The Plains of Moab A region east of the Jordan River, where the Israelites camped before crossing into Canaan. It was a significant location for the final instructions and events before entering the Promised Land. 5. The Jordan River and Jericho The Jordan River was the boundary the Israelites would cross to enter Canaan. Jericho was the first city they would encounter and conquer in the Promised Land. Teaching Points Obedience to God's CommandsThe Israelites' actions in bringing the captives and spoils to Moses and Eleazar demonstrate their obedience to God's instructions. This obedience is crucial for maintaining a right relationship with God. Leadership and Accountability Moses and Eleazar represent spiritual and communal leadership. Their roles highlight the importance of accountability and guidance in the community of faith. Preparation for God's Promises The location on the plains of Moab signifies a time of preparation and anticipation for entering the Promised Land. Believers today are called to prepare their hearts and lives for the fulfillment of God's promises. Community and Worship The gathering of the congregation underscores the importance of community in worship and decision-making. It reminds us of the value of coming together as a body of believers. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 31:12?2. How does Numbers 31:12 demonstrate God's guidance in handling war spoils? 3. What lessons on obedience can we learn from the Israelites' actions in Numbers 31:12? 4. How does Numbers 31:12 connect to God's commands in Deuteronomy 20:10-18? 5. In what ways can we apply the principles of stewardship from Numbers 31:12 today? 6. How does Numbers 31:12 reflect God's justice and mercy in dealing with enemies? 7. Why did God command the Israelites to take captives in Numbers 31:12? 8. How does Numbers 31:12 align with the concept of a loving God? 9. What historical evidence supports the events described in Numbers 31:12? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 31? (12) The captives, and the prey, and the spoil.--The first word denotes the women and children; the second, which in Numbers 5:11 includes both the captives and the cattle, appears in this place to refer to the animals only; whilst the third refers to the rest of the spoil.Numbers 31:12 portrays disciplined obedience: warriors return with every captive and treasure, submit all to divinely appointed leadership, involve the entire community, and do so at the very edge of the promised land. The scene teaches stewardship, accountability, and anticipation—God’s people enjoy His victories together and stand prepared for the next step of His unfolding plan. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew They broughtוַיָּבִ֡אוּ (way·yā·ḇi·’ū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go the captives, הַשְּׁבִ֧י (haš·šə·ḇî) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7628: Exiled, captured, exile, booty spoils, הַמַּלְק֛וֹחַ (ham·mal·qō·w·aḥ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4455: The jaws, in, spoil and plunder הַשָּׁלָ֖ל (haš·šā·lāl) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7998: A prey, spoil, plunder, booty to Moses, מֹשֶׁה֩ (mō·šeh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver to Eleazar אֶלְעָזָ֨ר (’el·‘ā·zār) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 499: Eleazar -- 'God has helped', six Israelites the priest, הַכֹּהֵ֜ן (hak·kō·hên) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3548: Priest and to the congregation עֲדַ֣ת (‘ă·ḏaṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 5712: A stated assemblage of Israel בְּנֵֽי־ (bə·nê-) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son at וְאֶל־ (wə·’el-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the camp הַֽמַּחֲנֶ֑ה (ham·ma·ḥă·neh) Article | Noun - common singular Strong's 4264: An encampment, an army on וְאֶל־ (wə·’el-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to the plains עַֽרְבֹ֣ת (‘ar·ḇōṯ) 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, מוֹאָ֔ב (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. יְרֵחֽוֹ׃ (yə·rê·ḥōw) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3405: Jericho -- a city in the Jordan Valley captured by Joshua Additonal Resources Numbers 31:12 Blue Letter BibleNumbers 31:12 Bible Gateway Numbers 31:12 Bible.com Numbers 31:12 NIV |
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