Numbers 12:9
Numbers 12:9 in Multiple Translations
So the anger of the LORD burned against them, and He departed.
And the anger of the LORD was kindled against them; and he departed.
And the anger of Jehovah was kindled against them; and he departed.
And burning with wrath against them, the Lord went away.
The Lord was angry with them, and he left.
Thus the Lord was very angrie with them, and departed.
And the anger of Jehovah burneth against them, and He goeth on,
The LORD’s anger burned against them; and he departed.
And the anger of the LORD was kindled against them; and he departed.
And being angry with them he went away:
Yahweh was very angry with Miriam and Aaron, and he left.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 12:9
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Numbers 12:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּֽחַר
אַ֧ף
יְהוָ֛ה
בָּ֖/ם
וַ/יֵּלַֽךְ
וַ/יִּֽחַר
chârâh
H2734
to be incensed
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אַ֧ף
ʼaph
H639
face
DirObjM
יְהוָ֛ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
בָּ֖/ם
Prep | Suff
וַ/יֵּלַֽךְ
yâlak
H3212
to walk
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 12:9
וַ/יִּֽחַר
chârâh
H2734
"to be incensed"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To be incensed means to be very angry or furious, like a fire burning. It describes strong emotions like anger, zeal, or jealousy, and is used to express intense feelings in the Bible.
Definition: 1) to be hot, furious, burn, becomeangry, be kindled 1a) (Qal) to burn, kindle (anger) 1b) (Niphal) to be angry with, be incensed 1c) (Hiphil) to burn, kindle 1d) (Hithpael) to heat oneself in vexation
Usage: Occurs in 87 OT verses. KJV: be angry, burn, be displeased, [idiom] earnestly, fret self, grieve, be (wax) hot, be incensed, kindle, [idiom] very, be wroth. See H8474 (תַּחָרָה). See also: Genesis 4:5; 1 Samuel 15:11; Psalms 18:8.
אַ֧ף
ʼaph
H639
"face"
DirObjM
This Hebrew word can mean face, but also anger or nose. It is used to describe someone's countenance or emotions, like anger or patience. In the Bible, it appears in various contexts, including descriptions of God's emotions.
Definition: : face 1) nostril, nose, face 2) anger
Usage: Occurs in 269 OT verses. KJV: anger(-gry), [phrase] before, countenance, face, [phrase] forebearing, forehead, [phrase] (long-) suffering, nose, nostril, snout, [idiom] worthy, wrath. See also: Genesis 2:7; Nehemiah 8:6; Psalms 2:5.
יְהוָ֛ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
בָּ֖/ם
""
Prep | Suff
וַ/יֵּלַֽךְ
yâlak
H3212
"to walk"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
Study Notes — Numbers 12:9
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- Context
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- Numbers 12:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 12:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 12:9
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 12:9
- Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 12:9
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 12:9
- Sermons on Numbers 12:9
Context — The Complaint of Miriam and Aaron
7But this is not so with My servant Moses; he is faithful in all My house.
8I speak with him face to face, clearly and not in riddles; he sees the form of the LORD. Why then were you unafraid to speak against My servant Moses?”
9So the anger of the LORD burned against them, and He departed.
10As the cloud lifted from above the Tent, suddenly Miriam became leprous, white as snow. Aaron turned toward her, saw that she was leprous, 11and said to Moses, “My lord, please do not hold against us this sin we have so foolishly committed.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Genesis 17:22 | When He had finished speaking with Abraham, God went up from him. |
| 2 | Hosea 5:15 | Then I will return to My place until they admit their guilt and seek My face; in their affliction they will earnestly seek Me.” |
| 3 | Numbers 11:1 | Soon the people began to complain about their hardship in the hearing of the LORD, and when He heard them, His anger was kindled, and fire from the LORD blazed among them and consumed the outskirts of the camp. |
Numbers 12:9 Summary
[In Numbers 12:9, we see that God's anger burned against Miriam and Aaron because they spoke against His servant Moses, which was a challenge to God's authority. This shows that God takes seriously our attitudes and actions towards His leaders and people. As it says in Exodus 16:8, when we speak against God's leaders, we are really speaking against God Himself. We should strive to respect and support God's leaders, just as we would want others to respect and support us, as seen in Matthew 7:12.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Lord's anger burn against Miriam and Aaron in Numbers 12:9?
The Lord's anger burned against them because they spoke against His servant Moses, as seen in Numbers 12:8, where it says they were unafraid to speak against him, and this was a challenge to God's authority and leadership through Moses, as stated in Exodus 4:14-16.
What does it mean that the Lord departed in Numbers 12:9?
When it says the Lord departed, it means He removed His presence and blessing from Miriam and Aaron, leaving them to face the consequences of their actions, similar to what happened in Genesis 3:8 when Adam and Eve hid from God after disobeying Him.
Is God's anger in Numbers 12:9 the same as human anger?
No, God's anger is not like human anger, as seen in Psalm 30:5, which says His anger is but for a moment, and His favor is for a lifetime, indicating that God's anger is a righteous response to sin, not an emotional outburst like human anger.
How does Numbers 12:9 relate to the concept of reverence for God?
Numbers 12:9 shows that God expects reverence and respect from His people, as stated in Hebrews 12:28-29, and that speaking against His leaders or disobeying Him can result in His anger and judgment, emphasizing the importance of fearing and respecting God, as seen in Proverbs 1:7.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can show reverence and respect for God's leaders and authority in my life?
- How can I avoid speaking against or criticizing God's servants, and instead support and pray for them?
- What are some areas in my life where I may be challenging God's authority or leadership, and how can I surrender to His will?
- How can I cultivate a deeper fear and respect for God, recognizing His holiness and power, as seen in Isaiah 6:1-5?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 12:9
And the anger of the Lord was kindled against them,.... Which might be visible by some outward token, as by lightning from the cloud, or, however, what follows was sufficient to show it: and he
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 12:9
And the anger of the LORD was kindled against them; and he departed. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 12:9
From the door of the tabernacle, in token of his great displeasure, not waiting for their answer, and judging them unworthy of any further discourse.
Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 12:9
Numbers 12:9 And the anger of the LORD was kindled against them; and he departed.Ver. 9. And he departed.] Yea, woe also to them when I depart from them; then all evils come in as by a sluice. The final absence of God is hell itself.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 12:9
MIRIAM , Numbers 12:9-15. 9. He departed — Phraseology importing that the Lord withdrew all manifestation of his presence when the cloud departed from the tabernacle.
Sermons on Numbers 12:9
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The Bond of Perfection by K.P. Yohannan | K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the critical importance of unity within the Body of Christ, likening disunity to a boxing match between one's own limbs. He warns that the devil exploits d |
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Hosea #3 Ch. 4-5 Israel's Willful Ignorance by Chuck Missler | In this sermon on the book of Hosea, the speaker begins by highlighting the broken home of Israel as a result of their adulterous relationship with God. The focus then shifts to ch |
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Dvd 16 the Time of Jacobs Trouble by Art Katz | This sermon delves into the prophetic insights regarding God's dealings with the Jewish people in the last days, focusing on the time of Jacob's trouble as foretold in Jeremiah 30. |
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Our Need of Personal Revival by Denny Kenaston | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of pacing oneself in the Christian journey, comparing it to running a marathon rather than a short sprint. He highlights the n |
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Busyness Leads to God Hiding Himself? Ask Pastor Tim by Tim Conway | This sermon addresses the struggle of feeling distant from God, especially in the busyness of life, where priorities like school, work, and personal goals can overshadow seeking Go |
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The Lord Is Holy by Mary Peckham | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for the presence of God in our lives. He describes how we often become accustomed to the ordinary and miss out on the supernatural |
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God Makes Men Sensible of Their Misery Before He Reveals His Mercy and Love by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches about God's manner of making men aware of their sin and unworthiness before revealing His mercy and love. Using Hosea 5:15, he explains how God withdraws |