Numbers 10:7
Numbers 10:7 in Multiple Translations
To convene the assembly, you are to sound long blasts, not short ones.
But when the congregation is to be gathered together, ye shall blow, but ye shall not sound an alarm.
But when the assembly is to be gathered together, ye shall blow, but ye shall not sound an alarm.
But when all the people are to come together, the horn is to be sounded but not loudly.
To summon the people, blow the trumpets normally, not the loud alarm signal.
But in assembling the Congregation, ye shall blowe without an alarme.
'And in the assembling of the assembly ye blow, and do not shout;
But when the assembly is to be gathered together, you shall blow, but you shall not sound an alarm.
But when the congregation is to be convened, ye shall blow, but ye shall not sound an alarm.
But when the people is to be gathered together, the sound of the trumpets shall be plain, and they shall not make a broken sound.
When you want only to gather the people together, blow the trumpets, but do not blow them as loudly.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 10:7
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Numbers 10:7 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בְ/הַקְהִ֖יל
אֶת
הַ/קָּהָ֑ל
תִּתְקְע֖וּ
וְ/לֹ֥א
תָרִֽיעוּ
וּ/בְ/הַקְהִ֖יל
qâhal
H6950
to gather
Conj | Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הַ/קָּהָ֑ל
qâhâl
H6951
assembly
Art | N-ms
תִּתְקְע֖וּ
tâqaʻ
H8628
to blow
V-Qal-Imperf-2mp
וְ/לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Conj | Part
תָרִֽיעוּ
rûwaʻ
H7321
to shout
V-Hiphil-Imperf-2mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 10:7
וּ/בְ/הַקְהִ֖יל
qâhal
H6950
"to gather"
Conj | Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
To gather people together, often for a special purpose like worship or war, as seen in Exodus and Numbers.
Definition: 1) to assemble, gather 1a) (Niphal) to assemble 1a1) for religious reasons 1a2) for political reasons 1b) (Hiphil) to summon an assembly 1b1) for war, judgment 1b2) for religious purposes Also means: qa.lah (קָלַהּ "to gather" H7035)
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: assemble (selves) (together), gather (selves) (together). See also: Exodus 32:1; 2 Samuel 20:14; Jeremiah 26:9.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הַ/קָּהָ֑ל
qâhâl
H6951
"assembly"
Art | N-ms
A group of people gathered together, like the congregation in Solomon's temple or a crowd in the streets of Jerusalem.
Definition: 1) assembly, company, congregation, convocation 1a) assembly 1a1) for evil counsel, war or invasion, religious purposes 1b) company (of returning exiles) 1c) congregation 1c1) as organised body
Usage: Occurs in 116 OT verses. KJV: assembly, company, congregation, multitude. See also: Genesis 28:3; 2 Chronicles 28:14; Psalms 22:23.
תִּתְקְע֖וּ
tâqaʻ
H8628
"to blow"
V-Qal-Imperf-2mp
This word means to blow or strike something, like a trumpet or a nail. In the Bible, it is used to describe making a loud noise or driving something into place. The KJV translates it as blow, clap, or strike.
Definition: 1) to blow, clap, strike, sound, thrust, give a blow, blast 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to thrust, drive (of weapon) 1a2) to give a blast, give a blow 1a3) to strike or clap hands 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be blown, blast (of horn) 1b2) to strike or pledge oneself
Usage: Occurs in 62 OT verses. KJV: blow (a trumpet), cast, clap, fasten, pitch (tent), smite, sound, strike, [idiom] suretiship, thrust. See also: Genesis 31:25; 1 Kings 1:34; Psalms 47:2.
וְ/לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Conj | Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
תָרִֽיעוּ
rûwaʻ
H7321
"to shout"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-2mp
This word means to shout or make a loud noise, like a war cry or a joyful sound. In Numbers 10:9, the Israelites would shout to sound the alarm for war or to signal a gathering. It is about making a loud noise to get attention.
Definition: 1) to shout, raise a sound, cry out, give a blast 1a) (Hiphil) 1a1) to shout a war-cry or alarm of battle 1a2) to sound a signal for war or march 1a3) to shout in triumph (over enemies) 1a4) to shout in applause 1a5) to shout (with religious impulse) 1a6) to cry out in distress 1b) (Polal) to utter a shout 1c) (Hithpolel) 1c1) to shout in triumph 1c2) to shout for joy 2) (Niphal) destroyed
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: blow an alarm, cry (alarm, aloud, out), destroy, make a joyful noise, smart, shout (for joy), sound an alarm, triumph. See also: Numbers 10:7; Psalms 60:10; Psalms 41:12.
Study Notes — Numbers 10:7
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Context — The Two Silver Trumpets
5When you sound short blasts, the camps that lie on the east side are to set out.
6When you sound the short blasts a second time, the camps that lie on the south side are to set out. The blasts are to signal them to set out.
7To convene the assembly, you are to sound long blasts, not short ones.
8The sons of Aaron, the priests, are to sound the trumpets. This shall be a permanent statute for you and the generations to come. 9When you enter into battle in your land against an adversary who attacks you, sound short blasts on the trumpets, and you will be remembered before the LORD your God and saved from your enemies.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Joel 2:1 | Blow the ram’s horn in Zion; sound the alarm on My holy mountain! Let all who dwell in the land tremble, for the Day of the LORD is coming; indeed, it is near— |
| 2 | Numbers 10:3–4 | When both are sounded, the whole congregation is to assemble before you at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. But if only one is sounded, then the leaders, the heads of the clans of Israel, are to gather before you. |
Numbers 10:7 Summary
[This verse is saying that when the Israelites wanted to gather everyone together, they would sound long blasts on the trumpets, which was different from the short blasts they used to signal the camps to move, as seen in Numbers 10:5-6. This was an important way for them to communicate and come together as a community. In the same way, we can gather together as believers to worship and seek God, just like it says in Psalm 100:4. By doing so, we can experience the joy and benefits of community and worship, just like the Israelites did.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between long blasts and short blasts in Numbers 10:7?
The difference between long blasts and short blasts is not explicitly stated in the Bible, but based on the context, it appears that long blasts were used to convene the entire assembly, while short blasts were used to signal the camps to set out, as seen in Numbers 10:5-6, and also to signal battle, as seen in Numbers 10:9.
Why were the sons of Aaron, the priests, responsible for sounding the trumpets?
The sons of Aaron, the priests, were responsible for sounding the trumpets because they were the spiritual leaders of the Israelites and were entrusted with the sacred duties of worship and sacrifice, as seen in Exodus 28:1 and Numbers 10:8.
Is this command to sound long blasts to convene the assembly still applicable today?
While the specific command to sound long blasts to convene the assembly may not be directly applicable today, the principle of gathering together as a community of believers is still important, as seen in Hebrews 10:25, which encourages believers to gather together for worship and encouragement.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of worship in the Bible?
This verse relates to the broader theme of worship in the Bible by highlighting the importance of gathering together as a community to worship and seek God, as seen in Psalm 100:4, which encourages believers to enter God's gates with thanksgiving and praise.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can gather with other believers to worship and seek God, just like the Israelites did in Numbers 10:7?
- How can I use my own 'trumpet' or voice to call others to gather and worship God?
- What are some distractions or 'short blasts' that can keep me from gathering with other believers, and how can I overcome them?
- How can I apply the principle of gathering together as a community to my own life and church, and what benefits can I expect to see?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 10:7
But when the congregation is to be gathered together,.... At the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, and not to move in separate camps or bodies one after another: you shall blow, but you
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 10:7
When ye blow an alarm the second time, then the camps that lie on the south side shall take their journey: they shall blow an alarm for their journeys. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 10:7
Numbers 10:7 But when the congregation is to be gathered together, ye shall blow, but ye shall not sound an alarm.Ver. 7. But when the congregation.] Cenalis, bishop of Avranche, was hard driven, when to prove the Church of Rome a true church, he makes no mention at all of ministers, or ordinances, but allegeth that the Catholics had bells to assemble them together, whereas the Lutherans met by the clap of harquebuses and pistols. And so he goes on to triumph in a long antithesis. The bells, saith he, do sound, the harquebuses crack. The bells give a sweet and melodious tune, but the harquebuses a foul and terrible noise. Bells open heaven; the other hell. Bells chase away clouds and thunder; the other, gender clouds and counterfeit thunder, &c. Oh, the profound arguments of these doting doctors! But you shall not sound an alarm.] Or, A broken sound; but a continued equal sound, as fittest for their quiet assembling, to the service of God, and hearing of the law. The sound of God’ s word must not be broken or quavering - pompalis, Tertullian calleth it - but downright and simple.
Non oratorum filii sumus, sed piscatorum: nec verborum υπεροχη, sed Spiritus επιδειξει, &c. Act. and Mon., fol. 838. The early type of portable gun, varying in size from a small cannon to a musket, which on account of its weight was, when used in the field, supported upon a tripod, trestle, or other ‘ carriage’ , and afterwards upon a forked ‘ rest’ . Nazianz., ad Libanium.
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 10:7
(7) But ye shall not sound an alarm.—A clear and intelligible distinction was to be made between the summons to the princes, or to the congregation, to assemble at the entrance of the Tent of Meeting and the signal for the moving of the camps. So the gospel trumpet must at no time give an uncertain sound (1 Corinthians 14:8), but must be used faithfully and diligently by the spiritual watchmen, whether it be to warn the ungodly, to arouse the careless, or to speak to the hearts of God’s people.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 10:7
7. Ye shall blow — By this is meant that the stream of sound should be articulated, or broken into sharp, short tones, instead of the long and equable blast which Dr. A.
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