Numbers 16:37
Numbers 16:37 in Multiple Translations
“Tell Eleazar son of Aaron the priest to remove the censers from the flames and to scatter the coals far away, because the censers are holy.
Speak unto Eleazar the son of Aaron the priest, that he take up the censers out of the burning, and scatter thou the fire yonder; for they are hallowed.
Speak unto Eleazar the son of Aaron the priest, that he take up the censers out of the burning, and scatter thou the fire yonder; for they are holy,
Say to Eleazar, the son of Aaron the priest, that he is to take out of the flames the vessels with the perfumes in them, turning the fire out of them, for they are holy;
“Tell Eleazar, son of Aaron the priest, to collect the holy incense burners from among those who have been burned up, and scatter the coals used for the incense well away from the camp.
Speake vnto Eleazar, the sonne of Aaron the Priest, that he take vp the censers out of the burning, and scatter the fire beyond the altar: for they are halowed,
'Say unto Eleazar son of Aaron the priest, and he lifteth up the censers from the midst of the burning, and the fire scatter thou yonder, for they have been hallowed,
“Speak to Eleazar the son of Aaron the priest, that he take up the censers out of the burning, and scatter the fire away from the camp; for they are holy,
Speak to Eleazar the son of Aaron the priest, that he take up the censers out of the burning, and scatter thou the fire yonder; for they are hallowed.
Command Eleazar the son of Aaron the priest to take up the censers that lie in the burning, and to scatter the fire of one side and the other: because they are sanctified
“Tell Aaron’s son Eleazar to take the pans that had incense in them away from the fire and to scatter the burning coals. The pans that those men were carrying are ◄holy/dedicated to me► because they burned incense to me in them.
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Study Notes — Numbers 16:37
- Context
- Cross References
- Numbers 16:37 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 16:37
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 16:37
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 16:37
- Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 16:37
- Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 16:37
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Numbers 16:37
- Cambridge Bible on Numbers 16:37
- Barnes' Notes on Numbers 16:37
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 16:37
- Sermons on Numbers 16:37
Context — The Censers Reserved for Holy Use
37“Tell Eleazar son of Aaron the priest to remove the censers from the flames and to scatter the coals far away, because the censers are holy.
38As for the censers of those who sinned at the cost of their own lives, hammer them into sheets to overlay the altar, for these were presented before the LORD, and so have become holy. They will serve as a sign to the Israelites.” 39So Eleazar the priest took the bronze censers brought by those who had been burned up, and he had them hammered out to overlay the altar,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Leviticus 27:28 | Nothing that a man sets apart to the LORD from all he owns—whether a man, an animal, or his inherited land—can be sold or redeemed; everything so devoted is most holy to the LORD. |
| 2 | Numbers 16:18 | So each man took his censer, put fire and incense in it, and stood with Moses and Aaron at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. |
| 3 | Numbers 16:7 | and tomorrow you are to place fire and incense in them in the presence of the LORD. Then the man the LORD chooses will be the one who is holy. It is you sons of Levi who have taken too much upon yourselves!” |
Numbers 16:37 Summary
This verse is telling us that even though the men who used the censers did something very wrong, the censers themselves were still special because they had been used to worship God (Numbers 16:37). It's like how we might use a special cup for a special occasion, and even if someone uses it wrongly, the cup is still special. God wants us to treat the things that belong to Him with care and respect, just like Eleazar did when he removed the censers from the flames (Numbers 16:37, Leviticus 10:1-3). By doing so, we can learn to reverence and honor God in our daily lives, just as He is revered and honored in heaven (Psalm 96:9).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why were the censers considered holy?
The censers were considered holy because they had been presented before the Lord, even though they were used by those who sinned against Him (Numbers 16:37, Numbers 16:38).
What does it mean to scatter the coals far away?
Scattering the coals far away was a way of removing the remnants of the sin and rebellion that had taken place, much like the removal of sin in Leviticus 16:20-22, where the scapegoat was sent away into the wilderness.
Why did God instruct Moses to have Eleazar remove the censers and not someone else?
God instructed Moses to have Eleazar, the son of Aaron the priest, remove the censers because of his priestly role and proximity to the situation, as seen in Numbers 16:36-37, highlighting the importance of priestly authority and obedience.
How does this verse relate to the concept of holy things in the Bible?
This verse relates to the concept of holy things in the Bible by showing that even objects used in sin can be considered holy if they have been dedicated to the Lord, as seen in Numbers 16:37-38, and highlighting the importance of respecting and treating holy things with care, as taught in Leviticus 10:1-3.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for something to be 'holy' in my life, and how can I treat those things with the respect and care they deserve?
- How can I learn to distinguish between what is truly holy and what is not, and what role does God's Word play in this process?
- In what ways can I be like Eleazar, obedient to God's instructions and respectful of holy things, even in difficult or trying circumstances?
- What are some 'coals' in my life that I need to scatter far away, and how can I practically apply this principle to my daily walk with God?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 16:37
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 16:37
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 16:37
Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 16:37
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 16:37
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Numbers 16:37
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 16:37
Barnes' Notes on Numbers 16:37
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 16:37
Sermons on Numbers 16:37
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Staying Sweet in Spite of Being Hurt by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of Christians becoming bitter and cold instead of staying sweet in spite of being hurt. The speaker emphasizes that even though soci |
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Lessons for the Tempted by John A. Broadus | The preacher delves into the meaning of 'qualified' in the Bible, emphasizing that believers are made fit and sufficient through the completed act of Jesus' crucifixion, allowing t |