What is the meaning of Numbers 36:10? So • The little word “So” links this verse to the entire discussion in Numbers 36:1-9, where God settles the inheritance question. • It signals resolution—no further debate, no half-measures, only the immediate carrying out of God’s revealed will (cf. 1 Samuel 15:22; James 1:22). • “So” reminds us that divine instruction always expects a human response, moving the narrative from command to concrete obedience (John 14:15). the daughters of Zelophehad • Mahlah, Tirzah, Hoglah, Milcah, and Noah step forward again (Numbers 27:1-7; Joshua 17:3-4). They are named individually because God values each person and each act of faith. • Their story began with courage in petition; it concludes with courage in compliance—an example for every believer (Proverbs 31:30; 1 Peter 3:5-6). • By obediently protecting their tribal inheritance, they safeguard the promise God had made to Abraham’s descendants (Genesis 17:8). did • They did not merely agree; they acted. True faith always moves from hearing to doing (Luke 6:46; Matthew 7:24). • Action verifies belief. Their “doing” confirmed that they trusted God’s wisdom more than personal preference (James 2:17; John 13:17). • Obedience here is immediate, complete, and public—hallmarks of genuine righteousness (Psalm 119:60). as the LORD had commanded • The standard for their decision is not culture, emotion, or family pressure but the direct, unchanging word of the LORD (Deuteronomy 5:33; Joshua 1:7). • The phrase underscores divine authority; what God commands is non-negotiable, beneficial, and protective (Psalm 19:8; 1 Peter 1:14-15). • It also highlights that God personally oversees even administrative matters like land allotments, proving His intimate care for His people (Matthew 10:30). Moses • Moses, God’s appointed mediator, faithfully relayed the command without amendment (Deuteronomy 34:10-12; Acts 3:22). • His role illustrates the importance of trustworthy leadership that passes on God’s word intact (Exodus 18:20; 2 Timothy 2:2). • By submitting to what Moses conveyed, the sisters showed respect for God-ordained authority structures—a timeless principle for God’s people (Hebrews 13:7, 17). summary Numbers 36:10 celebrates simple, wholehearted obedience. The daughters of Zelophehad heard God’s verdict through Moses, accepted it without reservation, and acted on it immediately. Their response safeguards covenant inheritance, models active faith, honors God-given authority, and demonstrates that blessing follows doing exactly “as the LORD had commanded.” |
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