And they put him in ward, because it was not declared what should be done to him.
And they put him in custody, because it had not been made clear what should be done to him.
The writer is describing how the Israelites temporarily imprisoned someone because they didn't know what punishment God required for his offense.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, the Israelites were wandering in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt, receiving various laws from God through Moses to guide their community. This verse refers to a man caught gathering wood on the Sabbath, a day designated for rest, which highlighted the need for clear instructions on enforcing God's commands. The people placed him in custody because the specific penalty for this violation had not yet been revealed in the laws they were given.
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