Numbers 14:13
Numbers 14:13 in Multiple Translations
But Moses said to the LORD, “The Egyptians will hear of it, for by Your strength You brought this people from among them.
¶ And Moses said unto the LORD, Then the Egyptians shall hear it, (for thou broughtest up this people in thy might from among them;)
And Moses said unto Jehovah, Then the Egyptians will hear it; for thou broughtest up this people in thy might from among them;
And Moses said to the Lord, Then it will come to the ears of the Egyptians; for by your power you took this people out from among them;
But Moses told the Lord, “The Egyptians will find out about it! It was by your power that you led the Israelites out from among them.
But Moses saide vnto the Lord, When the Egyptians shall heare it, (for thou broughtest this people by thy power from among them)
And Moses saith unto Jehovah, 'Then have the Egyptians heard! for Thou hast brought up with Thy power this people out of their midst,
Moses said to the LORD, “Then the Egyptians will hear it; for you brought up this people in your might from among them.
And Moses said to the LORD, Then the Egyptians will hear it , (for thou broughtest up this people in thy might from among them;)
And Moses said to the Lord: That the Egyptians, from the midst of whom thou hast brought forth this people,
But Moses/I replied to Yahweh, “Please do not do that, because the people of Egypt will hear about it! You brought these Israeli people from Egypt by your great power,
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Study Notes — Numbers 14:13
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- Numbers 14:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 14:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 14:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 14:13
- Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 14:13
- Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 14:13
- Cambridge Bible on Numbers 14:13
- Barnes' Notes on Numbers 14:13
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 14:13
- Sermons on Numbers 14:13
Context — Moses Intercedes for Israel
13But Moses said to the LORD, “The Egyptians will hear of it, for by Your strength You brought this people from among them.
14And they will tell it to the inhabitants of this land. They have already heard that You, O LORD, are in the midst of this people, that You, O LORD, have been seen face to face, that Your cloud stands over them, and that You go before them in a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night. 15If You kill this people as one man, the nations who have heard of Your fame will say,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 106:23 | So He said He would destroy them— had not Moses His chosen one stood before Him in the breach to divert His wrath from destroying them. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 20:9 | But I acted for the sake of My name, that it should not be profaned in the eyes of the nations among whom they were living, in whose sight I had revealed Myself to Israel by bringing them out of the land of Egypt. |
| 3 | Deuteronomy 32:27 | if I had not dreaded the taunt of the enemy, lest their adversaries misunderstand and say: ‘Our own hand has prevailed; it was not the LORD who did all this.’” |
| 4 | Exodus 32:11–14 | But Moses sought the favor of the LORD his God, saying, “O LORD, why does Your anger burn against Your people, whom You brought out of the land of Egypt with great power and a mighty hand? Why should the Egyptians declare, ‘He brought them out with evil intent, to kill them in the mountains and wipe them from the face of the earth’? Turn from Your fierce anger and relent from doing harm to Your people. Remember Your servants Abraham, Isaac, and Israel, to whom You swore by Your very self when You declared, ‘I will make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky, and I will give your descendants all this land that I have promised, and it shall be their inheritance forever.’” So the LORD relented from the calamity He had threatened to bring on His people. |
| 5 | Joshua 7:8–9 | O Lord, what can I say, now that Israel has turned its back and run from its enemies? When the Canaanites and all who live in the land hear about this, they will surround us and wipe out our name from the earth. Then what will You do for Your great name?” |
| 6 | Ezekiel 20:14 | But I acted for the sake of My name, so that it would not be profaned in the eyes of the nations in whose sight I had brought them out. |
| 7 | Deuteronomy 9:26–28 | And I prayed to the LORD and said, “O Lord GOD, do not destroy Your people, Your inheritance, whom You redeemed through Your greatness and brought out of Egypt with a mighty hand. Remember Your servants Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Overlook the stubbornness of this people and the wickedness of their sin. Otherwise, those in the land from which You brought us out will say, ‘Because the LORD was not able to bring them into the land He had promised them, and because He hated them, He has brought them out to kill them in the wilderness.’ |
Numbers 14:13 Summary
In Numbers 14:13, Moses is talking to God about the Israelites and he's concerned that if God destroys them, the Egyptians will hear about it and think that God is not powerful enough. Moses is reminding God that He brought the Israelites out of Egypt with great strength and power, as seen in Exodus 14:13-14. This shows that Moses trusted in God's character and power, and he's appealing to that in his prayer. We can learn from Moses' example by trusting in God's strength and power, even when things seem difficult, and by being mindful of how our actions may affect others and God's reputation (Psalm 46:1, 1 Timothy 4:12).
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Moses concerned about when he spoke to the Lord in Numbers 14:13?
Moses was concerned that the Egyptians would hear about the Lord's plan to destroy the Israelites and think that the Lord was not powerful enough to fulfill His promises, as seen in the context of Numbers 14:11-12 and supported by the Lord's previous actions in Exodus 14:31.
How did Moses know that the Egyptians would hear about the Lord's plan?
Moses knew that the Egyptians would hear about the Lord's plan because of the close proximity of the Israelites to Egypt and the fact that the Lord had performed many signs and wonders among the Israelites, as mentioned in Numbers 14:11 and Exodus 10:1-2.
What was the significance of the Lord's strength in bringing the Israelites out of Egypt?
The Lord's strength in bringing the Israelites out of Egypt was a demonstration of His power and authority, as seen in Exodus 14:13-14 and Exodus 15:6, and it was this same strength that Moses was appealing to in his prayer to the Lord in Numbers 14:13.
How does this verse relate to the concept of God's reputation among the nations?
This verse highlights the importance of God's reputation among the nations, as Moses was concerned that the Lord's plan to destroy the Israelites would reflect poorly on the Lord's character and power, as seen in Ezekiel 36:23 and Isaiah 37:20.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can, like Moses, appeal to God's character and power in my prayers and interactions with Him?
- How can I balance my understanding of God's justice and mercy, as seen in Numbers 14:11-12 and Numbers 14:13-14?
- What are some ways that I can trust in God's strength and power, even when faced with difficult circumstances, as seen in Exodus 14:13-14 and Psalm 46:1?
- How can I, like Moses, be mindful of the impact that my actions and decisions may have on others and on God's reputation, as seen in Numbers 14:13-14 and 1 Timothy 4:12?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 14:13
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 14:13
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 14:13
Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 14:13
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 14:13
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 14:13
Barnes' Notes on Numbers 14:13
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 14:13
Sermons on Numbers 14:13
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Law and Priestly Grace Numbers 17, 20 by John Nelson Darby | John Nelson Darby emphasizes the contrast between law and priestly grace in the context of Israel's journey through the wilderness, illustrating how God's grace is revealed through |
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Exposition on Psalm 107 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches on the mercies of God as seen in the Psalms, emphasizing the importance of experiencing God's goodness personally to truly appreciate His praises. The Psalms |
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The Greatness and Glory of God's Name by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the profound significance of God's Name, which encapsulates His character, works, and eternal purpose. He explains that the Name of the Lord is not mere |
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Esther - Prayer Meeting by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having a fixed heart in times of trouble. He warns that America is heading towards serious trouble and those whose hearts |
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Marks of True Revival by Richard Owen Roberts | This sermon emphasizes the importance of true revival, distinguishing between genuine and false revivals. It delves into the necessity of God's presence and the rapid spread of His |
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Who Qualifies to Stand in the Gap? by K.P. Yohannan | K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the critical role of intercession in his sermon 'Who Qualifies to Stand in the Gap?', using Moses as a prime example of someone who stood in the gap for th |
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California & America Are Worth Fighting For! by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman passionately argues that California and America are worth fighting for, urging believers to take a stand against the moral decline in society. He emphasizes the impor |







