Numbers 33:27
New International Version
They left Tahath and camped at Terah.

New Living Translation
They left Tahath and camped at Terah.

English Standard Version
And they set out from Tahath and camped at Terah.

Berean Standard Bible
They set out from Tahath and camped at Terah.

King James Bible
And they departed from Tahath, and pitched at Tarah.

New King James Version
They departed from Tahath and camped at Terah.

New American Standard Bible
They journeyed from Tahath and camped at Terah.

NASB 1995
They journeyed from Tahath and camped at Terah.

NASB 1977
And they journeyed from Tahath, and camped at Terah.

Legacy Standard Bible
They journeyed from Tahath and camped at Terah.

Amplified Bible
They moved out from Tahath and camped at Terah.

Christian Standard Bible
They traveled from Tahath and camped at Terah.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
They departed from Tahath and camped at Terah.

American Standard Version
And they journeyed from Tahath, and encamped in Terah.

English Revised Version
And they journeyed from Tahath, and pitched in Terah.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
They moved from Tahath and set up camp at Terah.

International Standard Version
They traveled from Tahath, then rested in Terah.

NET Bible
They traveled from Tahath and camped at Terah.

New Heart English Bible
They traveled from Tahath, and camped in Terah.

Webster's Bible Translation
And they departed from Tahath, and encamped at Tarah.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
They set out from Tahath and camped at Terah.

World English Bible
They traveled from Tahath, and encamped in Terah.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And they journey from Tahath and encamp in Tarah.

Young's Literal Translation
And they journey from Tahath, and encamp in Tarah;

Smith's Literal Translation
And they will remove from Tahath, and encamp in Tarah.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Removing from Thahath they camped in Thare.

Catholic Public Domain Version
From Tahath, they made camp at Terah.

New American Bible
Setting out from Tahath, they camped at Terah.

New Revised Standard Version
They set out from Tahath and camped at Terah.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And they departed from Tahath, and encamped at Tarah.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And they picked up from Takhath and they camped in Tarakh.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And they journeyed from Tahath, and pitched in Terah.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And they departed from Kataath, and encamped in Tarath.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Forty-Two Journeys of the Israelites
26They set out from Makheloth and camped at Tahath. 27They set out from Tahath and camped at Terah. 28They set out from Terah and camped at Mithkah.…

Cross References
Exodus 17:1
Then the whole congregation of Israel left the Desert of Sin, moving from place to place as the LORD commanded. They camped at Rephidim, but there was no water for the people to drink.

Exodus 15:22-27
Then Moses led Israel from the Red Sea, and they went out into the Desert of Shur. For three days they walked in the desert without finding water. / And when they came to Marah, they could not drink the water there because it was bitter. (That is why it was named Marah.) / So the people grumbled against Moses, saying, “What are we to drink?” ...

Deuteronomy 1:1
These are the words that Moses spoke to all Israel in the wilderness east of the Jordan—in the Arabah opposite Suph—between Paran and Tophel, Laban, Hazeroth, and Dizahab.

Deuteronomy 8:2
Remember that these forty years the LORD your God led you all the way in the wilderness, so that He might humble you and test you in order to know what was in your heart, whether or not you would keep His commandments.

Joshua 3:1
Early the next morning Joshua got up and left Shittim with all the Israelites. They went as far as the Jordan, where they camped before crossing over.

Joshua 4:19
On the tenth day of the first month the people went up from the Jordan and camped at Gilgal on the eastern border of Jericho.

Joshua 5:10
On the evening of the fourteenth day of the month, while the Israelites were camped at Gilgal on the plains of Jericho, they kept the Passover.

Psalm 78:52-53
He led out His people like sheep and guided them like a flock in the wilderness. / He led them safely, so they did not fear, but the sea engulfed their enemies.

Psalm 105:39-41
He spread a cloud as a covering and a fire to light up the night. / They asked, and He brought quail and satisfied them with the bread of heaven. / He opened a rock, and water gushed out; it flowed like a river in the desert.

Isaiah 63:11-14
Then His people remembered the days of old, the days of Moses. Where is He who brought them through the sea with the shepherds of His flock? Where is the One who set His Holy Spirit among them, / who sent His glorious arm to lead them by the right hand of Moses, who divided the waters before them to gain for Himself everlasting renown, / who led them through the depths like a horse in the wilderness, so that they did not stumble? ...

Acts 7:36
He led them out and performed wonders and signs in the land of Egypt, at the Red Sea, and for forty years in the wilderness.

1 Corinthians 10:1-4
I do not want you to be unaware, brothers, that our forefathers were all under the cloud, and that they all passed through the sea. / They were all baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea. / They all ate the same spiritual food ...

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? ...

Hebrews 4:8-10
For if Joshua had given them rest, God would not have spoken later about another day. / There remains, then, a Sabbath rest for the people of God. / For whoever enters God’s rest also rests from his own work, just as God did from His.

Revelation 15:3
and they sang the song of God’s servant Moses and of the Lamb: “Great and wonderful are Your works, O Lord God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations!


Treasury of Scripture

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Numbers 33
1. The forty-two journeys of the Israelites
50. The Canaanites are to be destroyed














They set out from Tahath
Tahath is one of the many stations listed in the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. The name Tahath means "beneath" or "low place," which may symbolize a period of humility or testing for the Israelites. This journey is part of the larger narrative of the Exodus, where God leads His people from slavery in Egypt to the Promised Land. The movement from one location to another signifies obedience to God's guidance, as the Israelites followed the cloud by day and the fire by night (Exodus 13:21-22). This phrase highlights the transient nature of the Israelites' journey, reflecting the Christian life as a pilgrimage toward a heavenly home (Hebrews 11:13-16).

and camped at Terah.
Terah is another encampment in the wilderness journey, though little is known about its exact location. The name Terah is also the name of Abraham's father, which may evoke themes of faith and covenant. The act of camping signifies a temporary rest and provision from God, as He supplied the Israelites with manna and quail (Exodus 16). This stop in their journey can be seen as a time of preparation and reflection, much like the Christian practice of Sabbath rest, which allows believers to focus on God's provision and promises. The Israelites' journey from place to place can be seen as a type of the Christian journey, where each step is guided by faith and trust in God's promises (2 Corinthians 5:7).

Persons / Places / Events
1. Tahath
A location in the wilderness where the Israelites camped during their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land. The name "Tahath" may imply a place of rest or a stopping point in their journey.

2. Terah
Another campsite for the Israelites. The name "Terah" is also the name of Abraham's father, which may symbolize a connection to the patriarchal heritage and the journey of faith.

3. The Israelites
The people of God, led by Moses, who are journeying through the wilderness as they follow God's guidance to the Promised Land.

4. The Wilderness Journey
The broader context of the Israelites' 40-year journey, which is a period of testing, reliance on God, and preparation for entering the Promised Land.

5. Moses
The leader of the Israelites, who is guiding them according to God's instructions.
Teaching Points
God's Guidance in Our Journey
Just as God guided the Israelites from Tahath to Terah, He guides us in our life's journey. We must trust His leading, even when the path is unclear.

The Importance of Rest and Reflection
The Israelites' stops at various campsites remind us of the importance of taking time to rest and reflect on God's faithfulness in our lives.

Faith in the Unknown
Like the Israelites, we often journey into the unknown. Our faith is strengthened as we trust in God's promises and His plan for our lives.

Learning from the Past
The names and places in the Israelites' journey connect to their history and heritage. We should learn from our spiritual heritage and past experiences to grow in faith.

Preparation for the Promised Land
The wilderness journey was a time of preparation for the Israelites. Similarly, our life experiences prepare us for the future God has planned for us.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Numbers 33:27?

2. How does Numbers 33:27 demonstrate God's guidance during Israel's journey?

3. What lessons can we learn from Israel's encampment at Tahath?

4. How does Numbers 33:27 connect with God's promises in Exodus?

5. How can we apply Israel's journey experiences to our spiritual walk today?

6. What does Numbers 33:27 teach about trusting God's timing and direction?

7. What is the significance of Numbers 33:27 in the Israelites' journey?

8. How does Numbers 33:27 reflect God's guidance and provision?

9. What archaeological evidence supports the locations mentioned in Numbers 33:27?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 33?

11. What is the purpose of the Tent of Meeting?

12. What role did quail play in the biblical narrative?

13. What is Elim's significance in the Bible?

14. Why are many locations in Numbers 33:5-49 unidentified or disputed, casting doubt on the authenticity of this desert route?
What Does Numbers 33:27 Mean
They set out

• Israel’s movement was not random; the cloud of the LORD directed every departure (Numbers 9:17-23; Exodus 40:36-38).

• Each setting out displayed obedience and trust, reminding later generations that faith includes leaving familiar ground when God leads (Hebrews 11:8-9; 1 Corinthians 10:11).

• The record underscores God’s faithfulness—He initiates the journey and sustains it (Deuteronomy 1:31).


from Tahath

• Tahath may seem like a footnote, yet Scripture preserves it because every step matters to God (Deuteronomy 2:7; Psalm 139:3).

• Brief or obscure seasons in life still fit into His larger plan; nothing is wasted (Romans 8:28).

• Remembering past stations builds gratitude: “You shall remember all the way which the LORD your God has led you” (Deuteronomy 8:2).


and camped

• The rhythm of travel-and-camp teaches balanced discipleship—movement when God says “go,” rest when He says “stay” (Exodus 17:1; Psalm 23:2).

• Camps were places of regrouping, worship, and instruction (Exodus 19:1-6).

• God’s provision met them anew at each stop, illustrating fresh mercies every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23).


at Terah

• Terah became the thirty-first campsite (Numbers 33:5-49 catalogues them all), showing God’s detailed oversight across decades.

• The name echoes Abraham’s father (Genesis 11:27), hinting at how God weaves history—past promises surfacing on present paths (Joshua 24:2-3).

• Terah itself was not the destination; it was another marker pointing forward to Canaan, reminding believers to hold this world loosely (Hebrews 11:13-16).


summary

Numbers 33:27, “They set out from Tahath and camped at Terah,” may read like a simple travel note, yet it highlights God’s precise guidance, the value He places on every stage of the journey, the balance of obedient movement and divinely appointed rest, and the forward-looking hope that each temporary stop nurtures.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
They set out
וַיִּסְע֖וּ (way·yis·‘ū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 5265: To pull up, the tent-pins, start on a, journey

from Tahath
מִתָּ֑חַת (mit·tā·ḥaṯ)
Preposition-m | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 8480: Tahath -- a place in the desert, also two Israelites

and camped
וַֽיַּחֲנ֖וּ (way·ya·ḥă·nū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 2583: To incline, to decline, to pitch a, tent, gen, to encamp

at Terah.
בְּתָֽרַח׃ (bə·ṯā·raḥ)
Preposition-b | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 8646: Terah -- Abraham's father, also a place in the desert


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