What is the meaning of Numbers 27:6? and Numbers 27:6 opens with the tiny connector “and,” yet that single word carries weight. It welds together two scenes: • Zelophehad’s daughters have presented their plea for inheritance, and Moses has laid the matter before the LORD (Numbers 27:1-5). • Now, without delay or detour, God speaks. The conjunction teaches that prayer and divine response belong in the same sentence. Scripture shows this rhythm repeatedly: “Then you will call, and the LORD will answer” (Isaiah 58:9); “Before they call, I will answer; while they are still speaking, I will hear” (Isaiah 65:24). The flow reminds us that: - God’s ears are never closed to His people (Psalm 34:15). - Confidence in prayer rests on His promised attentiveness (1 John 5:14-15). the LORD The responder is “the LORD,” the covenant name Yahweh—eternally faithful, unchanging, and sovereign. By using His personal name, the text underscores: - His covenant commitment. He has pledged Himself to Abraham’s offspring and will act in their interest (Exodus 3:15). - His unique authority as Lawgiver (James 4:12). When God speaks, the matter is settled. - His compassion. “For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords…who shows no partiality” (Deuteronomy 10:17). Giving rightful inheritance to these women reflects that impartial justice. answered God “answered,” not merely acknowledged. He delivered a clear, authoritative ruling that immediately follows in verse 7. When God answers: - He reveals His will for practical living (Deuteronomy 29:29). - He demonstrates His righteous judgments (Psalm 19:9). - He extends grace to those who seek Him (Hebrews 4:16). Other moments echo this pattern: “Call to Me and I will answer you and show you great and unsearchable things” (Jeremiah 33:3); “As soon as He hears, He will answer you” (Isaiah 30:19). The consistency reassures believers that God’s guidance is both accessible and trustworthy. him “him” refers to Moses, the appointed mediator of the covenant people. That God directs His answer to Moses reveals: - The privilege of close fellowship: “The LORD spoke to Moses face to face, as a man speaks to his friend” (Exodus 33:11). - The reliability of Moses as prophet: “With him I speak face to face, clearly and not in riddles” (Numbers 12:7-8). - A preview of a greater Mediator. Moses’ role foreshadows Christ, “the Son over God’s house” (Hebrews 3:5-6) and “the one mediator between God and men” (1 Timothy 2:5). By addressing Moses, the LORD provides direction for all Israel and models the way He still channels His word through faithful servants, ultimately culminating in His Son. summary Numbers 27:6 may be a short verse, yet each word pulses with meaning: - “and” ties human petition to divine response without a pause. - “the LORD” highlights the covenant God whose justice and mercy govern His people. - “answered” assures us that He speaks clearly into real needs. - “him” points to the mediator through whom God’s guidance flows. Together they show a God who hears, cares, and legislates righteousness, offering believers today the same assurance that He is ready to answer when we seek Him. |
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