Book of numbers simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. The biblical books of genesis, exodus, leviticus, numbers, and deuteronomy from the torah. Numbers is a graphic account of gods plan, power, punishment, patience, and providence for his covenant people. The name numbers is a translation of arithmoi, from the septuagint, titled thus because the book contains many statistics, population counts, tribal and priestly figures, and other numerical data. Fitting out the nation israel for wilderness march, chapters 18. Once again its name is derived from the septuagint via the vulgate. It continues the story of that journey begun in exodus, and describes briefly the experiences of the israelites for a period of thirtyeight years, from the end of their. Numbers is so named because a census of israel is taken twice in the book. Numbers bible study outline contents by chapter and verse.
Harmony of the gospels encyclopedias dictionaries introductions to the bible topical indexes charts and outlines timelines maps images hebrew greek grammars theological resources articles books womens resources don stewart faqs blb theological faqs missions resources cult resources creeds, catechisms, and confessions. That title reflects the two censuses god took of his people. This helps to find books and verses more quickly, and i encourage everyone who wants to use their bible more effectively to do so. Summary of the book of numbers the story of the bible. Numbers is a historical book, whose name refers to the two censuses which were taken to number the people. The book of numbers is a law book in the old testament section of the bible. Tom constables expository notes on numbers this is also available in the net. It begins at mount sinai and continues through 4 periods of time until the last encampment at moab. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. The second took place at the end of the 40 years in the wilderness as the nation was preparing to finally enter the promised land. The book of numbers takes its name from the account of the census that happened two times among the congregation of israel in numbers 14 and numbers. The book of numbers concludes with the children of israel once again at the edge of the land of canaan, where they received instructions for the conquest of canaan and the division of the land.
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. But, how about memorizing the authors along with the books. It continues the story of that journey begun in exodus, and describes briefly the experiences of the israelites for a. Numbers chapter 4 summary concerns the duties of the levite family and clan. Two of the most commonly repeated numbers in the bible are 7 and 40. It may be noted that numbers as well as exodus and leviticus everywhere refers to moses in the third person, except in direct quotations. At kadeshbarnea, the attitude of unbelief is crystallized into actual disobedience. Outline of the book of numbers childrens bible study. Biblical numerology is the study of numbers in the bible. It reminds believers of the spiritual warfare in which they are engaged, for numbers is the book of the service and walk of gods people. The holy bible book 04 numbers kjv dramatized audio. Bible summaries these summaries are a short introduction to each book in the bible from genesis to revelation written in easy english by missionassist.
The purpose of the book of numbers is to tell about how israel prepared to enter the promise land, but sinned and was punished. Numbers overview and outline reasons for hope jesus. Biblenotes the entire holy bible is summarized with easy. Forwardsources summary of the old testament summary of the new testament keypoints of the old testament keypoints of the new testament old testament notes bookbybook. See what its about from the first verse to the last. The law includes the books of genesis, exodus, leviticus, numbers, and deuteronomy. A pagan prophet is hired to curse israel, but he only hears words of blessing from god. The book of numbers becomes a warning and encouragement for us to follow god and trust his good plan for his people. As it does for the rest of the pentateuch, universal jewish and christian tradition attributes the authorship of the book of numbers to moses. In chapters 12, we have the first numbering of those 20 years and older able to go to war, a total of 603,550. The book of numbers shows how god dealt faithfully with his people even though they were often unfaithful. I summarised the bible on twitter between aug 2010 and nov 20 one tweet per chapter, one chapter per day.
When the book of bamidbar literally, in the wilderness begins, the israelites are in the wilderness, having left egypt and received the torah, and are preparing to travel to israel. The hebrew title is bemidbar or in the wilderness rbdmb of sinai. Camp organization, tribes, priests and levites, vows, joshua and caleb, balaam and the donkey. What appears to be a state of meanness by god is actually god being meaningful. We hope that you will come to know and love him deeply. Numbers bible study outlinecontents by chapter and verse. As you read the pages of scripture, ask yourself, what does this passage tell me about god. The precision with which the bible numbers all fall into their places cannot be accounted for except by the supernatural power and wisdom of a god who is infinite ibid. A comprehensive database of book of numbers quizzes online, test your knowledge with book of numbers quiz questions.
Every chapter of the bible in 140 characters or less. The bibliography for this study of numbers is presented at the end of the article, introduction to the pentateuch. Detailed outline of the book of numbers bible blender. Brian yeagers sermons, sermon outlines, church of christ, bible truths, baptism, simple bible studies outline of the book of numbers brian yeagers outlines.
Most of the events of the book of numbers take place in the wilderness, between the second and fortieth years of the wandering of the israelites. Moses counted the people in numbers 1 and numbers 26. Bible blender november 10, 2010 detailed outline of the book of numbers journey to the promise land, the new generation 20171014t10. Forwardsources summary of the old testament summary of the new testament keypoints of the old testament keypoints of the new testament old testament notes book by book. Its a book of history that records many of gods miraculous deeds as the israelites wandered in the wilderness.
In numbers, israel travels through the wilderness on. There are many lessons to be learned from this book. Summary of the book of numbers numbers gets its name from the two censuses, or numberings, of the people of israel. Bible believers believe that god wrote the bible using human writers. This is the holy book of numbers, known as the fourth book of moses called numbers. The book of numbers derives its name from the account of the two censuses taken of the hebrew people, one near the beginning and the other toward the end of the journey in the wilderness chaps. Detailed outline of the book of numbers journey to. Numbers yields several instructive examples in this respect. Types and shadows in numbers jesus is the pillar of cloud by day and the pillar of fire by night. Biblenotes the entire holy bible is summarized with easyto. The main message of the book the message of numbers is summarized in two thoughts.
Back to the home page back to the bible outlines catholic doors ministry presents an outline of the book of numbers. The bible book of numbers with full chapters, footnotes and bible commentary to aid your bible search, reading, and study. An abbreviated version of this work entitled, biblical hermeneutics and a methodology for studying the bible, will be posted as an article on bible. The book is called numbers because of the two censuses taken of. It begins at mount sinai and continues through 4 periods of time until the last encampment.
This is the exact same place where the israelites have been hanging out since god freed them from slavery back in exodus. In the book of numbers, we see the children of israel depart from mt. These verses outline the experiences of the children of israel during the. Numbers outline preparing for the lords battle the bible. They are preparing militarily, hence the english name of the fourth book of the bible is numbers, since they are organizing and counting their ranks. Oct 23, 2010 5 keys to understanding the book of numbers used with permission by.
The remainder of the scriptures always views these five books as a unit. By gene mccarty this book gets its name from the numbering of the people of israel and covers a period of about 40 years. Our overview and outline of numbers is intended to help you study gods word. Find resources here on the books of the bible that will add value to your personal study of the greatest book ever written. Numbers summary numbers is the 4th book of the pentateuch. It can refer to the end of a cycle or when something is finished. It is a fascinating study with no one right answer.
But those who study the book may be surprised to discover it teaches many spiritual principles and lessons. Numbers summary we have detailed a brief summary of the book of numbers for bible study or sunday school lessons. The greek title in the translation of the ot lxx was. The book of numbers is largely narrative history as far as its genre. The israelites disobedience and lack of faith caused god to make them wander in the desert until all the people of that generation had diedwith a few important exceptions. This conclusion is based on 1 statements concerning moses writing activity e. Numbers bible book with full chapters king james version. On the other hand, the bible does not make it an article of faith that moses wrote every word of the pentateuch. May you grow ever closer to him as you read his letter to you. 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 wilderness before living a victorious christian life the promised land. The bible is almost silent on the intervening 38 years. Book of numbers overview insight for living ministries. That search may be made in the book of the records of thy fathers.
The book of numbers demonstrates that god is directly involved in the life of his people. Even in their rebellion, god continues to show his incredible love and provision for them. 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 talking about. Outline of numbers outline of deuteronomy outline of joshua. Moses is the central figure within the book, and in at least two instances numbers mentions him recording events by the lords commands numbers 33. Outline of numbers our overview and outline of numbers is intended to help you study gods word. Numbers 1 niv bible the lord spoke to moses in the tent. The book of numbers is the fourth book of the hebrew bible, and the fourth of five books of the jewish torah. An introduction to the book of numbers an argument of the book of numbers. The main divisions in the book of numbers are as follows. Bible summary every chapter in 140 characters or less.
Introduction to the book of numbers agape bible study. The hebrew title is more meaningful than the english, for the book picks up the account of the wilderness wandering after the arrival at sinai exod. Learn about faith and rebellion in the book of numbers. The fourth book of the pentateuch, called in the wilderness by the jews after its first significant word. Title the english title numbers comes from the greek lxx and latin vg.
The book of numbers was named after the first key word bemidbar in hebrew scripture, which appropriately means in the desert, the place where the israelites spent forty years following the exodus. The book draws its name from the census made of the people, a necessary step toward their organization and future government. Every book of the bible outlined in section headings. And what significance does each book have as it relates to the whole. The recording is dramatized, from the king james bible. Our online book of numbers trivia quizzes can be adapted to suit your requirements for taking some of the top book of numbers quizzes.
The message of the book of numbers, is universal and timeless. Bullingers reseach and insight into this topic is excellent. Bible book outlines here you can find outlines for every book of the bible, including an extra, more detailed outline for 2 chronicles. But numbers and the rest of the pentateuch were cast in the form of a unified, fivevolume book sometime between the days of joshua and the elders of israel josh. The number 7 does signify completion or perfection genesis 7.
M any people like to memorize the list of the books of the bible in the order they are found in their version of the scriptures. The book of numbers covers the time after israels departure from egypt. Reproof, rebuke, correction and instruction in righteousness is prevalent throughout this book. If the lord delights in us, then he will bring us into this land and give it to us, a land which flows with milk and honey.
It began as god commanded moses and aaron to number the three sons of levi gershon, kohath, and merari, and to start with kohath. The book of numbers is so named because it contains two numberings of the children of israel. Name numbers comes to our english bibles from the septuagint. The promised land the land we passed through to spy out is an exceedingly good land.
First, is the book of numbers a separate book, or is it a part of a larger literary whole, the pentateuch. Numbers lesson 1 time line from the first passover in egypt to the end of the events recorded in the book of numbers. It is the story of the people whom moses led through the desert. Bible survery numbers hebrew name bemidhbar in the wilderness greek name numbers numberings author. It is called a book of moses because it contains the story of moses and the israelites when they wander throughout the wilderness before ending up at israel also known as canaan or palestine, where god promised they will settle the promised land. Book of numbers encyclopedia of the bible bible gateway. The book of numbers was written between 1440 and 1400 b. Watch our overview video on the book of numbers, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Four major interpretive challenges face the reader of numbers. Book of numbers verse by verse college of the open bible. Key personalities include moses, aaron, miriam, joshua, caleb, eleazar, korah, and balaam.
The book of numbers in the bible is the fourth book in the old testament. Numbers in the picture study bible the book of numbers. These bible book outlines are intended to assist you as you study gods word. This chapter is that simple, it is about the jobs performed by the levites for the house of aaron in the tabernacle. The book has a long and complex history, but its final form is probably due to a priestly redaction i. They are a good way to understand the main message of a bible book before you read it for yourself.
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