Numbers 16:13
Numbers 16:13 in Multiple Translations
Is it not enough that you have brought us up out of a land flowing with milk and honey to kill us in the wilderness? Must you also appoint yourself as ruler over us?
Is it a small thing that thou hast brought us up out of a land that floweth with milk and honey, to kill us in the wilderness, except thou make thyself altogether a prince over us?
is it a small thing that thou hast brought us up out of a land flowing with milk and honey, to kill us in the wilderness, but thou must needs make thyself also a prince over us?
Is it not enough that you have taken us from a land flowing with milk and honey, to put us to death in the waste land, but now you are desiring to make yourself a chief over us?
Haven't you done enough by taking us away from a land flowing with milk and honey in order to kill us out here in the desert? Do you have to make yourself a dictator as well, someone to rule us?
Is it a small thing that thou hast brought vs out of a lande that floweth with milke and honie, to kill vs in the wildernesse, except thou make thy selfe lord and ruler ouer vs also?
is it little that thou hast brought us up out of a land flowing with milk and honey to put us to death in a wilderness that thou also certainly makest thyself prince over us?
Is it a small thing that you have brought us up out of a land flowing with milk and honey, to kill us in the wilderness, but you must also make yourself a prince over us?
Is it a small thing that thou hast brought us out of a land that floweth with milk and honey, to kill us in the wilderness, except thou make thyself altogether a prince over us?
Is it a small matter to thee, that thou hast brought us out of a land that flowed with milk and honey, to kill us in the desert, except thou rule also like a lord over us?
You brought us out of Egypt, which was a very fertile [IDM] land, in order to cause us to die here in this desert. That was bad. But now you are also trying to boss us [RHQ], and that is worse.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 16:13
Study Notes — Numbers 16:13
- Context
- Cross References
- Numbers 16:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 16:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 16:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 16:13
- Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 16:13
- Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 16:13
- Cambridge Bible on Numbers 16:13
- Barnes' Notes on Numbers 16:13
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 16:13
- Sermons on Numbers 16:13
Context — Korah’s Rebellion
13Is it not enough that you have brought us up out of a land flowing with milk and honey to kill us in the wilderness? Must you also appoint yourself as ruler over us?
14Moreover, you have not brought us into a land flowing with milk and honey or given us an inheritance of fields and vineyards. Will you gouge out the eyes of these men? No, we will not come!” 15Then Moses became very angry and said to the LORD, “Do not regard their offering. I have not taken one donkey from them or mistreated a single one of them.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Acts 7:35 | This Moses, whom they had rejected with the words, ‘Who made you ruler and judge?’ is the one whom God sent to be their ruler and redeemer through the angel who appeared to him in the bush. |
| 2 | Exodus 2:14 | But the man replied, “Who made you ruler and judge over us? Are you planning to kill me as you killed the Egyptian? ” Then Moses was afraid and thought, “This thing I have done has surely become known.” |
| 3 | Numbers 11:5 | We remember the fish we ate freely in Egypt, along with the cucumbers, melons, leeks, onions, and garlic. |
| 4 | Exodus 16:3 | “If only we had died by the LORD’s hand in the land of Egypt!” they said. “There we sat by pots of meat and ate our fill of bread, but you have brought us into this desert to starve this whole assembly to death!” |
| 5 | Exodus 1:22 | Then Pharaoh commanded all his people: “Every son born to the Hebrews you must throw into the Nile, but every daughter you may allow to live.” |
| 6 | Exodus 1:11 | So the Egyptians appointed taskmasters over the Israelites to oppress them with forced labor. As a result, they built Pithom and Rameses as store cities for Pharaoh. |
| 7 | Numbers 20:3–4 | The people quarreled with Moses and said, “If only we had perished with our brothers before the LORD! Why have you brought the LORD’s assembly into this wilderness for us and our livestock to die here? |
| 8 | Exodus 17:3 | But the people thirsted for water there, and they grumbled against Moses: “Why have you brought us out of Egypt—to make us and our children and livestock die of thirst?” |
| 9 | Acts 7:25–27 | He assumed his brothers would understand that God was using him to deliver them, but they did not. The next day he came upon two Israelites who were fighting, and he tried to reconcile them, saying, ‘Men, you are brothers. Why are you mistreating each other?’ But the man who was abusing his neighbor pushed Moses aside and said, ‘Who made you ruler and judge over us? |
| 10 | Luke 19:14 | But his subjects hated him and sent a delegation after him to say, ‘We do not want this man to rule over us.’ |
Numbers 16:13 Summary
In Numbers 16:13, the people are complaining against Moses, saying that he has led them out of a good land into the wilderness, where they may die, and that he is trying to rule over them. This shows that the people are not trusting God's plan for them, and are instead rebelling against His leadership, as seen in Romans 13:1-2. They are also forgetting the miracles that God has done for them in the past, like the parting of the Red Sea, as seen in Exodus 14:13-31. We can learn from their example to trust God's leadership in our lives, even when things seem uncertain or difficult, and to remember the good things He has done for us in the past, like the gift of salvation, as seen in John 3:16.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main complaint of the people in Numbers 16:13?
The people are complaining that Moses has led them out of a good land, Egypt, which was 'flowing with milk and honey', into the wilderness where they may die, as seen in Numbers 16:13, and they feel that Moses is also trying to rule over them as a leader, similar to the warnings against pride and power in Proverbs 16:18.
Why do the people think Moses is trying to rule over them?
The people think Moses is trying to rule over them because he has been chosen by God to lead them, as seen in Exodus 3:10, and they feel that he is using this position to exert power over them, rather than serving them as a humble leader, as encouraged in Matthew 20:26.
Is the people's complaint against Moses justified?
The people's complaint against Moses is not justified, as Moses has been faithfully following God's instructions, as seen in Numbers 16:11, and their rebellion against him is actually a rebellion against God, as stated in Numbers 16:11, which says 'it is you and all your followers who have conspired against the LORD'
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of Numbers?
This verse relates to the broader theme of Numbers, which is the journey of the Israelites through the wilderness, and their struggles with faith and obedience, as seen in Numbers 14:11, and the consequences of their rebellion against God, as seen in Numbers 14:29-35.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I have rebelled against God's leadership in my life, and what are the consequences of that rebellion?
- How can I cultivate a heart of humility and obedience, like Moses, rather than a heart of pride and rebellion, like the people in Numbers 16:13?
- What are some ways that I can trust God's leadership in my life, even when things seem uncertain or difficult, like the Israelites in the wilderness?
- How can I balance my desire for freedom and autonomy with my need for guidance and leadership, like the people in Numbers 16:13, who felt that Moses was trying to rule over them?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 16:13
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 16:13
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 16:13
Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 16:13
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 16:13
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 16:13
Barnes' Notes on Numbers 16:13
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 16:13
Sermons on Numbers 16:13
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Apostolic Commission by Art Katz | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not panicking or feeling overwhelmed when trying to understand the message of God. He encourages the audience to take what |
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God's Man by Francois Carr | This sermon focuses on the transformation and journey of Moses, drawing parallels to personal experiences and the need for surrender, faith, and trust in God. It emphasizes the imp |
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Homily 17 on the Acts of the Apostles by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches about the life of Moses, highlighting how God raised him up as a ruler and deliverer despite the rejection and disobedience of the Israelites. He emphasize |
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God's Eternal Purpose, His Will, His Council, His Work by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about an elderly lady he met in India who had a unique ministry. Instead of preaching the gospel, she felt led by God to prepare houses i |
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Desert Survival Series Pt 28- Moses the Servant of God by Don Courville | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of durability in our lives. He starts by highlighting how in today's society, we are concerned about the longevity of the thin |
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Why Christ Offends Men - Charles Spurgeon (Read ) by Paul West | The sermon transcript discusses why Christ offends men and why some people stumble at the idea of following Him. It highlights that Christ's holiness and strictness are too much fo |
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God's Response to Israel by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the response of God to the grumblings of the children of Israel after their deliverance from Egypt. He emphasizes the importance of hav |







