Numbers 16:41
Numbers 16:41 in Multiple Translations
The next day the whole congregation of Israel grumbled against Moses and Aaron, saying, “You have killed the LORD’s people!”
¶ But on the morrow all the congregation of the children of Israel murmured against Moses and against Aaron, saying, Ye have killed the people of the LORD.
But on the morrow all the congregation of the children of Israel murmured against Moses and against Aaron, saying, Ye have killed the people of Jehovah.
But on the day after, all the children of Israel made an outcry against Moses and against Aaron, saying, You have put to death the Lord's people.
The next day all the Israelites complained to Moses and Aaron, saying, “You have killed the Lord's people!”
But on the morowe all the multitude of the children of Israel murmured against Moses and against Aaron, saying, Ye haue killed the people of the Lord.
And all the company of the sons of Israel murmur, on the morrow, against Moses and against Aaron, saying, 'Ye — ye have put to death the people of Jehovah.'
But on the next day all the congregation of the children of Israel complained against Moses and against Aaron, saying, “You have killed the LORD’s people!”
But on the morrow all the congregation of the children of Israel murmured against Moses and against Aaron, saying, Ye have killed the people of the LORD.
The following day all the multitude of the children of Israel murmured against Moses and Aaron, saying: You have killed the people of the Lord.
But the following morning, all the Israeli people started to complain against Aaron and Moses/me, saying “You have killed many people who belonged to Yahweh!”
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Study Notes — Numbers 16:41
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 16:41
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 16:41
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 16:41
- Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 16:41
- Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 16:41
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Numbers 16:41
- Cambridge Bible on Numbers 16:41
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 16:41
- Sermons on Numbers 16:41
Context — Murmuring and Plague
41The next day the whole congregation of Israel grumbled against Moses and Aaron, saying, “You have killed the LORD’s people!”
42But when the congregation gathered against them, Moses and Aaron turned toward the Tent of Meeting, and suddenly the cloud covered it and the glory of the LORD appeared. 43Then Moses and Aaron went to the front of the Tent of Meeting,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Numbers 16:1–7 | Now Korah son of Izhar, the son of Kohath son of Levi, along with some Reubenites—Dathan and Abiram, sons of Eliab, and On son of Peleth—conducted a rebellion against Moses, along with 250 men of Israel renowned as leaders of the congregation and representatives in the assembly. They came together against Moses and Aaron and told them, “You have taken too much upon yourselves! For everyone in the entire congregation is holy, and the LORD is in their midst. Why then do you exalt yourselves above the assembly of the LORD?” When Moses heard this, he fell facedown. Then he said to Korah and all his followers, “Tomorrow morning the LORD will reveal who belongs to Him and who is holy, and He will bring that person near to Himself. The one He chooses, He will bring near to Himself. You, Korah, and all your followers are to do as follows: Take censers, 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!” |
| 2 | 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. |
| 3 | Numbers 14:2 | All the Israelites grumbled against Moses and Aaron, and the whole congregation said to them, “If only we had died in the land of Egypt, or if only we had died in this wilderness! |
| 4 | Psalms 106:25–48 | They grumbled in their tents and did not listen to the voice of the LORD. So He raised His hand and swore to cast them down in the wilderness, to disperse their offspring among the nations and scatter them throughout the lands. They yoked themselves to Baal of Peor and ate sacrifices offered to lifeless gods. So they provoked the LORD to anger with their deeds, and a plague broke out among them. But Phinehas stood and intervened, and the plague was restrained. It was credited to him as righteousness for endless generations to come. At the waters of Meribah they angered the LORD, and trouble came to Moses because of them. For they rebelled against His Spirit, and Moses spoke rashly with his lips. They did not destroy the peoples as the LORD had commanded them, but they mingled with the nations and adopted their customs. They worshiped their idols, which became a snare to them. They sacrificed their sons and their daughters to demons. They shed innocent blood— the blood of their sons and daughters, whom they sacrificed to the idols of Canaan, and the land was polluted with blood. They defiled themselves by their actions and prostituted themselves by their deeds. So the anger of the LORD burned against His people, and He abhorred His own inheritance. He delivered them into the hand of the nations, and those who hated them ruled over them. Their enemies oppressed them, and subdued them under their hand. Many times He rescued them, but they were bent on rebellion and sank down in their iniquity. Nevertheless He heard their cry; He took note of their distress. And He remembered His covenant with them, and relented by the abundance of His loving devotion. He made them objects of compassion to all who held them captive. Save us, O LORD our God, and gather us from the nations, that we may give thanks to Your holy name, that we may glory in Your praise. Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel, from everlasting to everlasting. Let all the people say, “Amen!” Hallelujah! |
| 5 | Amos 7:10 | Then Amaziah the priest of Bethel sent word to Jeroboam king of Israel, saying, “Amos has conspired against you in the midst of the house of Israel. The land cannot bear all his words, |
| 6 | 2 Samuel 16:7–8 | And as he yelled curses, Shimei said, “Get out, get out, you worthless man of bloodshed! The LORD has paid you back for all the blood of the house of Saul, in whose place you have reigned, and the LORD has delivered the kingdom into the hand of your son Absalom. See, you have come to ruin because you are a man of bloodshed!” |
| 7 | Acts 5:28 | “We gave you strict orders not to teach in this name,” he said. “Yet you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching and are determined to make us responsible for this man’s blood.” |
| 8 | Acts 21:28 | crying out, “Men of Israel, help us! This is the man who teaches everywhere against our people and against our law and against this place. Furthermore, he has brought Greeks into the temple and defiled this holy place.” |
| 9 | Matthew 5:11 | Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. |
| 10 | Jeremiah 37:13–14 | But when he reached the Gate of Benjamin, the captain of the guard, whose name was Irijah son of Shelemiah, the son of Hananiah, seized him and said, “You are deserting to the Chaldeans!” “That is a lie,” Jeremiah replied. “I am not deserting to the Chaldeans!” But Irijah would not listen to him; instead, he arrested Jeremiah and took him to the officials. |
Numbers 16:41 Summary
In Numbers 16:41, the Israelites are grumbling against Moses and Aaron, saying that they have killed the Lord's people. This shows that the Israelites are still rebellious and lack faith in God's leadership, just like they did in the wilderness when they complained about the manna (Exodus 16:2). We can learn from their mistake by trusting in God's sovereignty and leadership, even when we don't understand His plans (Romans 11:33-34). By doing so, we can avoid a spirit of grumbling and complaint, and instead cultivate a heart of faith and trust in God's goodness and love.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Israelites grumble against Moses and Aaron in Numbers 16:41?
The Israelites grumbled against Moses and Aaron because they were still rebellious and lacked faith in God's leadership, as seen in their previous actions in Exodus 16:2 and Numbers 14:2-3.
What does it mean to 'grumble against' someone in the Bible?
To grumble against someone in the Bible means to complain or express discontent against them, often due to a lack of trust or faith in God's plan, as seen in Numbers 16:41 and 1 Corinthians 10:10.
How does this verse relate to the previous events in Numbers 16?
This verse is a direct result of the events in Numbers 16:1-40, where Korah and his followers rebelled against Moses and Aaron, and God judged them for their disobedience, as seen in Numbers 16:31-35.
What can we learn from the Israelites' mistake in Numbers 16:41?
We can learn that grumbling and complaining against God's leaders can be a sign of a deeper heart issue, such as unbelief or disobedience, and that we should instead trust in God's sovereignty and leadership, as seen in Romans 13:1-2 and Hebrews 13:17.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I grumble or complain against God's leaders or plans in my own life?
- How can I cultivate a heart of faith and trust in God's sovereignty, even when I don't understand His plans?
- What are some ways that I can support and encourage my spiritual leaders, rather than grumbling against them?
- How can I balance speaking the truth and holding leaders accountable with avoiding a spirit of grumbling and complaint?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 16:41
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 16:41
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 16:41
Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 16:41
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 16:41
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Numbers 16:41
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 16:41
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 16:41
Sermons on Numbers 16:41
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Grace That Endures by Dennis Kinlaw | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of hallowing God's name and glorifying Him above all else. He shares his struggle in deciding what to speak about and highligh |
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From Wrath to Mercy by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the transition from God's wrath to His mercy, illustrating how the blood of Jesus satisfies divine justice and allows God to extend grace to humanity. He |
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(1 Peter - Part 33): Humble Yourselves Under the Mighty Hand of God by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of Christians being diligent and teachable in their spiritual journey. He shares his own humbling experience of forgetting spi |
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A Day to Be Remembered by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of allowing God to take over and lead us into a new chapter in our lives. He encourages the audience to desire to leave behin |
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The Saint's Horror at the Sinner's Hell by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher begins by discussing the gathering of sinners and the consequences they face. He uses the example of the rebellion of Korah and his followers, who were |
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God's Truth: Rebellion and Patriotism by Russell Kelfer | In this sermon, the speaker discusses five qualities that are best developed in a nation during times of struggle: submission, goodness, respect, commitment, and prayer. He emphasi |
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The Issue Is Knowing God by Robert B. Thompson | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on a personal struggle they faced regarding the idea of taking action versus waiting on God's guidance. They were torn between the urgency of t |