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Numbers 16:19

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And Korah gathered all the congregation against them unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation: and the glory of the LORD appeared unto all the congregation.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Korah gathered the entire community against Moses and Aaron at the entrance to the tent of meeting, and the glory of the LORD appeared to everyone there.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows Korah rallying all the Israelites against Moses and Aaron's leadership, but then God's powerful presence suddenly appears to everyone.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Numbers, the Israelites were wandering in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt, with Moses serving as God's appointed leader to guide them through challenges and laws. Korah, a Levite who was not content with his role, led a rebellion against Moses and Aaron, accusing them of exalting themselves over the people and claiming that the entire congregation was equally holy. As Korah gathered the people at the entrance of the tabernacle to confront Moses, the glory of the Lord appeared visibly to all, signaling God's direct involvement in addressing the uprising.

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