Numbers 14:40
Numbers 14:40 in Multiple Translations
Early the next morning they got up and went up toward the ridge of the hill country. “We have indeed sinned,” they said, “but we will go to the place the LORD has promised.”
¶ And they rose up early in the morning, and gat them up into the top of the mountain, saying, Lo, we be here, and will go up unto the place which the LORD hath promised: for we have sinned.
And they rose up early in the morning, and gat them up to the top of the mountain, saying, Lo, we are here, and will go up unto the place which Jehovah hath promised: for we have sinned.
And early in the morning they got up and went to the top of the mountain, saying, We are here and we will go up to the place which the Lord said he would give us: for we have done wrong.
They got up early the next morning planning to go into the hill country. “Yes we really did sin,” they said, “but now we're here and we'll go where the Lord told us.”
And they rose vp earely in the morning, and gate them vp into the toppe of the mountaine, saying, Loe, we be readie, to goe vp to the place which the Lord hath promised: for wee haue sinned.
and they rise early in the morning, and go up unto the top of the mountain, saying, 'Here we [are], and we have come up unto the place which Jehovah hath spoken of, for we have sinned.'
They rose up early in the morning and went up to the top of the mountain, saying, “Behold, we are here, and will go up to the place which the LORD has promised; for we have sinned.”
And they rose early in the morning, and ascended to the top of the mountain, saying, Lo, we are here , and will go up to the place which the LORD hath promised: for we have sinned.
And behold rising up very early in the morning, they went up to the top of the mountain, and said: We are ready to go up to the place, of which the Lord hath spoken: for we have sinned.
So the people got up early the next morning and started to go toward the hilly area in Canaan. They said, “We know that we have sinned, but now we are ready to enter the land that Yahweh promised to give to us.”
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 14:40
Study Notes — Numbers 14:40
- Context
- Cross References
- Numbers 14:40 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 14:40
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 14:40
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 14:40
- Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 14:40
- Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 14:40
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Numbers 14:40
- Cambridge Bible on Numbers 14:40
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 14:40
- Sermons on Numbers 14:40
Context — The Defeat at Hormah
40Early the next morning they got up and went up toward the ridge of the hill country. “We have indeed sinned,” they said, “but we will go to the place the LORD has promised.”
41But Moses said, “Why are you transgressing the commandment of the LORD? This will not succeed! 42Do not go up, lest you be struck down by your enemies, because the LORD is not among you.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 1:41 | “We have sinned against the LORD,” you replied. “We will go up and fight, as the LORD our God has commanded us.” Then each of you put on his weapons of war, thinking it easy to go up into the hill country. |
| 2 | Matthew 7:21–23 | Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of My Father in heaven. Many will say to Me on that day, ‘Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in Your name, and in Your name drive out demons and perform many miracles?’ Then I will tell them plainly, ‘I never knew you; depart from Me, you workers of lawlessness!’ |
| 3 | Luke 13:25 | After the master of the house gets up and shuts the door, you will stand outside knocking and saying, ‘Lord, open the door for us.’ But he will reply, ‘I do not know where you are from.’ |
| 4 | Ecclesiastes 9:3 | This is an evil in everything that is done under the sun: There is one fate for everyone. Furthermore, the hearts of men are full of evil and madness while they are alive, and afterward they join the dead. |
| 5 | Matthew 26:11–12 | The poor you will always have with you, but you will not always have Me. By pouring this perfume on Me, she has prepared My body for burial. |
Numbers 14:40 Summary
In Numbers 14:40, the Israelites decided to go up to the hill country, despite God's command not to, because they felt guilty and wanted to make things right. However, this decision was not a true act of repentance, as they were still trying to do things their own way. This verse teaches us the importance of waiting on God's timing and guidance, rather than rushing ahead in our own strength (Psalm 27:14). By waiting on God and obeying His commands, we can experience true faith and obedience, and avoid the mistakes of the Israelites (John 14:15).
Frequently Asked Questions
What motivated the Israelites to decide to go up to the hill country in Numbers 14:40?
The Israelites were motivated by a desire to obey God and reach the promised land, but they were also driven by a sense of guilt and a desire to make things right after their previous rebellion, as seen in their admission that 'we have indeed sinned' (Numbers 14:40).
Did the Israelites truly repent of their sin in Numbers 14:40?
While the Israelites acknowledged their sin, their decision to go up to the hill country was not a true act of repentance, as they were still trying to accomplish God's plan in their own strength, rather than waiting on God's timing and guidance (Psalm 37:7, Proverbs 3:5-6).
How does Numbers 14:40 relate to the concept of faith and obedience in the Bible?
Numbers 14:40 highlights the importance of faith and obedience in the Christian life, as the Israelites' decision to go up to the hill country was a mixture of faith and disobedience, demonstrating that true faith must be accompanied by obedience to God's commands (Hebrews 11:6, James 2:26).
What can we learn from the Israelites' mistake in Numbers 14:40?
We can learn the importance of waiting on God's timing and guidance, rather than rushing ahead in our own strength, and the need to truly repent and obey God's commands, rather than just trying to make things right in our own way (Isaiah 40:31, Luke 11:28).
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am trying to accomplish God's plan in my own strength, rather than waiting on His timing and guidance?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of repentance and obedience in my own life, and what role does faith play in this process?
- In what ways can I apply the lesson of Numbers 14:40 to my own life, and what are some potential consequences of trying to rush ahead in my own strength?
- How can I balance my desire to take action and make things right with the need to wait on God's timing and guidance?
- What does Numbers 14:40 teach me about the importance of humility and surrender in the Christian life?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 14:40
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 14:40
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 14:40
Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 14:40
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 14:40
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Numbers 14:40
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 14:40
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 14:40
Sermons on Numbers 14:40
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The Seven Levels of Judgment - Part 2 by Dan Biser | This sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing and confessing our sins before the Lord, both individually and collectively as a church and nation. It delves into various Bibl |
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(Australia) a Cry Without a Voice by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the internal struggles and cries of a young person who is feeling overwhelmed and confused. The preacher emphasizes the importance of having |
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(Dominican Republic) God Closes and Opens Doors by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher, who is a 75-year-old father and has been preaching for 50 years, speaks from his heart. He references Revelation chapter 3, verses 7-11, where the Hol |
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Israel in the Last Days by Derek Prince | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of aligning with God's purpose for Israel. He urges believers to bless and not curse Israel, as shown in Numbers 23 with the s |
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"To the Jew first..." by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of considering the Jewish people as central to the church's mission. He argues that neglecting the Jews not only harms them bu |
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Thundering in Nashville by Andrew Strom | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the decline of American TV and the need for God's people to take Him seriously and repent. He emphasizes the cultural sins that people may no |
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The Voice of God by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of examining our motives rather than just our actions. He shares a personal story of listening to a preacher who spoke about |






