Numbers 27:16 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Let the LORD, the God of the spirits of all flesh, set a man over the congregation,

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Let the LORD, the God who gives life to every living being, choose a man to lead this community of people.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Moses is asking God to choose a leader for the Israelites who will guide them after he's gone.

📚 Historical Context

Moses is nearing the end of his life and knows he won't enter the Promised Land with the Israelites. He's concerned about who will lead the people after his death, so he's asking God to appoint his successor. This request comes after God had told Moses he would die before entering Canaan because of his disobedience at Meribah.

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Instead, you must eat them in the presence of the LORD your God at the place the LORD your God will choose. You, your sons and daughters, your male and female servants, and the Levites living in your towns should all eat together there. And you should celebrate joyfully before the LORD your God in everything you do.

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