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Numbers 17:1

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying,

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse introduces another conversation between God and Moses, showing their ongoing relationship and communication.

📚 Historical Context

This verse opens chapter 17 of Numbers, which follows the rebellion of Korah and his followers who challenged Moses' and Aaron's authority. God is about to give Moses instructions for a test involving staffs from each tribe to definitively prove which tribe He has chosen for the priesthood. This communication occurs during Israel's wilderness wandering period, likely around 1450-1410 BC.

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