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Numbers 33:43

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And they departed from Punon, and pitched in Oboth.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

They left Punon and set up camp at Oboth.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse records another stage in Israel's journey through the wilderness as they moved from one camping place to the next.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Numbers, chapter 33, this verse is part of a detailed list of the Israelites' stops during their 40-year wilderness journey after leaving Egypt, serving as a historical record of God's guidance through their exodus. This itinerary reflects the nomadic lifestyle of the ancient Israelites as they traveled from Mount Sinai toward the Promised Land, with places like Punon and Oboth representing key encampments in the desert. Such accounts emphasize the faithfulness of God in leading His people through challenging terrains.

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