Numbers 21:3 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And the LORD hearkened to the voice of Israel, and delivered up the Canaanites; and they utterly destroyed them and their cities: and he called the name of the place Hormah.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And the LORD listened to Israel's request and handed over the Canaanites to them. Israel completely destroyed them and their cities, and they named that place Hormah.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is showing that He listens to His people's prayers and gives them victory over their enemies when they call on Him.

📚 Historical Context

This occurred during Israel's 40-year wilderness journey as they were traveling toward the Promised Land. Earlier, the Canaanite king of Arad had attacked Israel and taken some captives, prompting Israel to make a vow to God for victory. The name 'Hormah' means 'destruction' or 'devoted to destruction,' marking this as a place of complete victory.

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