Jan 02, 2020 book of numbers bible survey who was aaron in the bible. The book has a long and complex history, but its final form is. Gods people are long afterwards told to remember what balak the king of moab consulted, and what balaam the son of beor answered him, that they might know the righteousness of the lord, mic. Bible study questions on the gospel of luke introduction. Numbers 2224 new king james version nkjv balak sends for balaam. Ashley, the book of numbers, the new international commentary on the old testament grand rapids, michigan. Balak was ruling moab and heard all israel had done to the amorites and was afraid. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge.
In numbers 22 and 23, the protagonist is not moses but balaam, a man residing near the path israel was slowly. Numbers 2224 niv balak summons balaam then the bible. Now balak the son of zippor saw all that israel had done to the amorites. Notice that it was the lord who spoke to moses and told him to tell aaron and his sons that they should bless the children of israel with this wonderful blessing, or benediction. That plain was a flat and fertile piece of land in the middle of the wasteland 21. The book of numbers begins with the words and the lord spake unto moses in the wilderness of sinai, in the tabernacle of the congregation, on the first day of the second month, in the second year after they were come out of the land of egypt. Come now therefore, i pray thee, curse me this people. There are various references to the book of numbers in the new testament. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. They contain gods instructions about how his people should live. But the angel if an angel stand in the way of a sorcerers sin, how much more ready are all those heavenly spirits to stop the miscarriages of gods dear children.
And moab was exceedingly afraid of the people because they were many, and moab was sick with dread because of the children of israel. Balaam got up in the morning, saddled his donkey and went with the moabite officials. David guzik commentary on numbers 22, where a god speaks through a donkey. Jesus is recorded to have quoted from twentytwo old testament books. The book of numbers is the fourth of five parts which comprise what scripture calls the book of moses. Later scripture identifies balaam as a false prophet. Theyve been in this same spot for about a year and now theyre getting ready to start out on their journey to this land flowing. This generation was numbered for the war of conquest in canaan 1. We will add, update, and clarify the truths as the holy spirit shows them to us. It is a bridge between the giving of the law in exodus and leviticus with the entering of the promised land in deuteronomy and joshua. John wrote this book to his friend and fellow elder gaius. Christian bible study resources, dictionary, concordance and search tools. Featuring awardwinning artwork and powerful storytelling this kids bible video is perfect for sunday school, bible study, homeschool, vbs and more. Numbers with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
The hebrew name for these books is the torah, which means law. The first 5 books in the bible are called the 5 books of moses. This is the exact same place where the israelites have been hanging out since god freed them from slavery back in exodus. Im quite sure i know the reason why the book of numbers is so often. The israelites prevail and take possession of his land 21. Whose idea was it to build the altars and sacrifice the animals. Is balak in a worse place then when he first called on balaam. The story of balaamold testament seminary student study guide. Theyve been in this same spot for about a year and now theyre getting ready to start out on their journey to this land flowing with milk and honey that god keeps.
The story of balaam in the book of numbers provides us with a case study of a false. Please visit this page to see where the book of numbers fits into the whole bible. Balak sends for balaam then the children of israel moved, and camped in the plains of moab on the side of the jordan across from jericho. Numbers 22 24 king balak is worried about the israelites. When god speaks through unexpected sources numbers 2224. At this chapter begins the famous story of balak and balaam, their attempt to curse israel, and the baffling of that attempt. For the 1973 american crime film, see book of numbers film. These bible study questions and answers are an ongoing project.
A man named balaam suddenly appears in the book of numbers. This study presents introductory information about the book of numbers followed by ten lessons devoted to an indepth study of the biblical text. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book of numbers with an emphasis on practical application. Numbers in the picture study bible the book of numbers. Below are some preliminary questions to assist in the study of this passage. In chapter 22 of numbers, the children of israel were stationed in the plains of moab by jericho on the east side of the jordan. For more information relevant to this present passage of numbers twentytwo, see the accompanying appendix pdf download that provides the complete scripture text of numbers 23. They will be updated each time the book is studied. They also had the blessing of victory, god preparing them to fight the mighty canaanites by a series of battles against lesser peoples. I would remind you that while balaam is a false prophet, the words he speaks in our text are the words of god. Balaam was riding on his donkey, and his two servants were with him. Moab was overcome with fear of the people of israel. The questions contain minimal human commentary, but instead urge students to study to understand scripture.
The nwt study bible is complete with cross references, maps, and an accurate bible dictionary. This course is designed as an expository study of the book of numbers, taking the student through selected portions of this old testament book with cross references to other portions of scripture. Jair, one of the judges of israel, served for 22 years. Numbers 22, new international version niv the bible app. The 22nd book written and included in the new testament, in chronological order, is the book of 3john. Study guide for numbers 21 by david guzik blue letter bible.
Study guide for numbers 22 by david guzik blue letter bible. The new world translation of the holy scriptures is published by jehovahs witnesses. Numbers 22 24 king james version kjv 22 and the children of israel set forward, and pitched in the plains of moab on this side jordan by jericho. For a comprehensive study of the passage, download the study guide pdf download. He sent messengers to balaam, a seer, to have him come down and curse the children of israel. This bible study devotional covers numbers chapters 2224. The progress from the road through the open field numbers 22. The book of numbers tells about 2 generations of israelites. The book of numbers concentrates on events that take place in the second and fortieth years after the exodus. The first generation participated in the exodus from egypt.
Aug 26, 2016 featuring awardwinning artwork and powerful storytelling this kids bible video is perfect for sunday school, bible study, homeschool, vbs and more. It is a reminder to the believer that even though he has been freed from the bondage of sin egypt, there is still a spiritual battle to be fought in daily life the. This conclusion is based on 1 statements concerning moses writing activity e. The book of leviticus as well as the book of numbers follow immediately after the book of exodus. Numbers in the picture study bible the book of numbers with. What is the difference between the ceremonial law, the moral law, and the judicial law in the old testament. Then the children of israel moved, and camped in the plains of moab on the side of the jordan across from jericho. Numbers chronicles the experiences of two generations of the nation of israel. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study.
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