Numbers 16:6
Numbers 16:6 in Multiple Translations
You, Korah, and all your followers are to do as follows: Take censers,
This do; Take you censers, Korah, and all his company;
This do: take you censers, Korah, and all his company;
So do this: let Korah and all his band take vessels for burning perfumes;
This is what you, Korah, and everyone with you are going to do. Take some incense burners,
This doe therefore, Take you censers, both Korah, and all his companie,
This do: take to yourselves censers, Korah, and all his company,
Do this: have Korah and all his company take censers,
This do; Take you censers, Korah, and all his company;
Do this therefore: Take every man of you your censers, thou Core, and all thy company.
So Korah, tomorrow you and those who are with you must prepare your pans to burn incense.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 16:6
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Numbers 16:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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זֹ֖את
עֲשׂ֑וּ
קְחוּ
לָ/כֶ֣ם
מַחְתּ֔וֹת
קֹ֖רַח
וְ/כָל
עֲדָתֽ/וֹ
זֹ֖את
zôʼth
H2063
this
Pron
עֲשׂ֑וּ
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
קְחוּ
lâqach
H3947
to take
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
לָ/כֶ֣ם
Prep | Suff
מַחְתּ֔וֹת
machtâh
H4289
censer
N-fp
קֹ֖רַח
Qôrach
H7141
Korah
N-proper
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Conj | N-ms
עֲדָתֽ/וֹ
ʻêdâh
H5712
congregation
N-fs | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 16:6
זֹ֖את
zôʼth
H2063
"this"
Pron
This Hebrew word means this or that, often used to point out something specific. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 570 OT verses. KJV: hereby (-in, -with), it, likewise, the one (other, same), she, so (much), such (deed), that, therefore, these, this (thing), thus. See also: Genesis 2:23; Numbers 7:88; Judges 1:27.
עֲשׂ֑וּ
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
קְחוּ
lâqach
H3947
"to take"
V-Qal-Impv-2mp
This Hebrew word means to take or get something, and it is used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to take a wife, to take possession of something, or to receive a gift. For example, in Genesis 2:22, God takes a rib from Adam to create Eve.
Definition: : take 1) to take, get, fetch, lay hold of, seize, receive, acquire, buy, bring, marry, take a wife, snatch, take away 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to take, take in the hand 1a2) to take and carry along 1a3) to take from, take out of, take, carry away, take away 1a4) to take to or for a person, procure, get, take possession of, select, choose, take in marriage, receive, accept 1a5) to take up or upon, put upon 1a6) to fetch 1a7) to take, lead, conduct 1a8) to take, capture, seize 1a9) to take, carry off 1a10) to take (vengeance) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be captured 1b2) to be taken away, be removed 1b3) to be taken, brought unto 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be taken from or out of 1c2) to be stolen from 1c3) to be taken captive 1c4) to be taken away, be removed 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be taken unto, be brought unto 1d2) to be taken out of 1d3) to be taken away 1e) (Hithpael) 1e1) to take hold of oneself 1e2) to flash about (of lightning)
Usage: Occurs in 909 OT verses. KJV: accept, bring, buy, carry away, drawn, fetch, get, infold, [idiom] many, mingle, place, receive(-ing), reserve, seize, send for, take (away, -ing, up), use, win. See also: Genesis 2:15; Genesis 34:17; Exodus 30:23.
לָ/כֶ֣ם
""
Prep | Suff
מַחְתּ֔וֹת
machtâh
H4289
"censer"
N-fp
A machta was a metal pan used to hold live coals, often used for burning incense in worship. It is translated as 'censer' or 'firepan' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) fire-holder, censer, firepan, snuff dish, tray 1a) snuff-dish 1b) fire-pans 1c) censer
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: censer, firepan, snuffdish. See also: Exodus 25:38; Numbers 16:17; Jeremiah 52:19.
קֹ֖רַח
Qôrach
H7141
"Korah"
N-proper
Korah was a leader who rebelled against Moses and Aaron in the wilderness, as told in Numbers 16, and his name means bald.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of Divided Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.2.43; son of: Hebron (H2275I); brother of: Tappuah (H8599A), Rekem (H7552I) and Shema (H8087) § Korah = "bald" 1) son of Izhar, grandson of Kohath, great grandson of Levi and leader of the rebellion of the Israelites against Moses and Aaron while in the wilderness; punished and died by an earthquake and flames of fire 2) the 3rd son of Esau by Aholibamah and one of the dukes of Edom 3) son of Eliphaz by Adah, duke of Edom, and nephew of 1 4) one of the 'sons' of Hebron
Usage: Occurs in 37 OT verses. KJV: Korah. See also: Genesis 36:5; Numbers 26:10; Psalms 42:1.
וְ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Conj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
עֲדָתֽ/וֹ
ʻêdâh
H5712
"congregation"
N-fs | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a gathering of people, like a congregation or crowd, often referring to a group of Israelites. It is used in various books, including Exodus and Psalms. The word is about people coming together.
Definition: congregation, gathering
Usage: Occurs in 140 OT verses. KJV: assembly, company, congregation, multitude, people, swarm. Compare H5713 (עֵדָה). See also: Exodus 12:3; Numbers 20:1; Psalms 1:5.
Study Notes — Numbers 16:6
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- Numbers 16:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 16:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 16:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 16:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 16:6
- Cambridge Bible on Numbers 16:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 16:6
- Sermons on Numbers 16:6
Context — Korah’s Rebellion
4When Moses heard this, he fell facedown.
5Then 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.
6You, Korah, and all your followers are to do as follows: Take censers,
7and 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!” 8Moses also said to Korah, “Now listen, you sons of Levi!Cross References
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| 1 | Leviticus 10:1 | Now Aaron’s sons Nadab and Abihu took their censers, put fire in them and added incense, and offered unauthorized fire before the LORD, contrary to His command. |
| 2 | Numbers 16:46–48 | Moses said to Aaron, “Take your censer, place fire from the altar in it, and add incense. Go quickly to the congregation and make atonement for them, because wrath has come out from the LORD; the plague has begun.” So Aaron took the censer as Moses had ordered and ran into the midst of the assembly. And seeing that the plague had begun among the people, he offered the incense and made atonement for the people. He stood between the living and the dead, and the plague was halted. |
| 3 | 1 Kings 18:21–23 | Then Elijah approached all the people and said, “How long will you waver between two opinions? If the LORD is God, follow Him. But if Baal is God, follow him.” But the people did not answer a word. Then Elijah said to the people, “I am the only remaining prophet of the LORD, but Baal has four hundred and fifty prophets. Get two bulls for us. Let the prophets of Baal choose one bull for themselves, cut it into pieces, and place it on the wood but not light the fire. And I will prepare the other bull and place it on the wood but not light the fire. |
| 4 | Numbers 16:35–40 | And fire came forth from the LORD and consumed the 250 men who were offering the incense. Then the LORD said to Moses, “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. As 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.” So 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, just as the LORD commanded him through Moses. This was to be a reminder to the Israelites that no outsider who is not a descendant of Aaron should approach to offer incense before the LORD, lest he become like Korah and his followers. |
| 5 | Leviticus 16:12–13 | Then he must take a censer full of burning coals from the altar before the LORD, and two handfuls of finely ground fragrant incense, and take them inside the veil. He is to put the incense on the fire before the LORD, and the cloud of incense will cover the mercy seat above the Testimony, so that he will not die. |
Numbers 16:6 Summary
In Numbers 16:6, Moses is instructing Korah and his followers to take censers and prepare to make an offering to the Lord. This is a test of their faith and obedience, and will reveal who is truly holy and belongs to God. Just like Korah and his followers, we are all called to humble ourselves and submit to God's authority, as seen in passages like 1 Peter 5:6 and James 4:10. By doing so, we can avoid the dangers of rebellion and pride, and instead live a life that is pleasing to God.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the context of Numbers 16:6 and why is Moses instructing Korah and his followers to take censers?
Moses is responding to the rebellion of Korah and his followers, who are challenging Moses' authority, as seen in Numbers 16:1-3. In Numbers 16:5, Moses explains that God will reveal who is holy and belongs to Him, and in Numbers 16:6, he provides instructions for how this will be determined, by having them take censers and place fire and incense in them before the Lord.
What is the significance of the censers in this verse?
The censers represent the means by which Korah and his followers will make an offering to the Lord, as instructed by Moses, and as seen in other passages such as Leviticus 10:1, where Nadab and Abihu also used censers, but in a way that was not pleasing to God.
How does this verse relate to the concept of spiritual leadership and authority?
This verse highlights the importance of recognizing and respecting God-ordained spiritual leadership, as seen in Moses' role, and the dangers of rebellion against it, as exemplified by Korah's actions, which is also warned against in passages such as Hebrews 13:17 and 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13.
What can we learn from Korah's actions and the instructions given to him in this verse?
We can learn the importance of humility and obedience to God's appointed leaders, as well as the need to carefully follow God's instructions, rather than trying to take matters into our own hands, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Romans 13:1-2.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I may be rebelling against God's authority in my own life, and how can I humble myself and submit to His leadership?
- How can I balance my desire for spiritual leadership and influence with the need to respect and follow those who are in authority over me?
- What are some ways that I can ensure that my worship and service to God are pleasing to Him, and not just self-serving or rebellious?
- How can I learn to trust in God's sovereignty and timing, even when I don't understand what is happening or why certain things are being done?
- What are some ways that I can cultivate a heart of humility and obedience, and avoid the pitfalls of pride and rebellion?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 16:6
This do, take you censers,.... Vessels to put incense in to offer, which was the business of the priests: Korah, and all his company; the two hundred fifty princes that were with him, for so many we
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 16:6
And he spake unto Korah and unto all his company, saying, Even to morrow the LORD will shew who are his, and who is holy; and will cause him to come near unto him: even him whom he hath chosen will he cause to come near unto him.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 16:6
Since ye will be priests, take your censers, and act as priests, at your peril.
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 16:6
(6) Take you censers.—The offering of incense was the peculiar prerogative and the holiest function of the priesthood. The destruction of Nadab and Abihu ought to have served as a warning to Korah and his company not to provoke a similar exhibition of the Divine displeasure.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 16:6
6, 7. Korah and his followers are challenged to test their claim to equality with the Levites (represented by Moses and Aaron) by undergoing a species of ordeal, viz. to perform a sacred priestly function and see what will happen.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 16:6
6. Take you censers — The burning of incense was one of the holier functions of the priesthood, because it brought the priest near to the immediate presence of God, the vail only separating between Him and the incense-offerer.
Sermons on Numbers 16:6
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A Warning to Professors by Jonathan Edwards | In this sermon by Jonathan Edwards, he addresses those who attend religious ordinances but continue to engage in known sins. He warns them about the mockery they are guilty of by p |
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A Silent Church Amidst a Sinful Nation by E.A. Johnston | In this sermon, the speaker highlights the current state of the Christian Church, describing it as helpless and facing powers of darkness. He emphasizes that the Church has substit |
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God's Work in the Darkness by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that entertainment is a substitute for true joy and that the glory of God needs to be restored. He mentions the importance of being anointed |
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The Solemn Side of Worship by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of Aaron and his two sons who were struck down by God's judgment. The speaker emphasizes that God's judgment was not disproportionat |
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An Introduction to the Day of Atonement by Ron Bailey | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the tragedy that occurred in one of the leading families of the Israelites right at the beginning of their journey as a nation of priests. T |
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(Daniel) the Writing on the Wall by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of King Belshazzar from the book of Daniel in the Bible. The sermon begins by describing how Belshazzar and his companions were en |
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Leonard Ravenhill 85yrs Old Rebukes Pastors!! by Compilations | This sermon emphasizes the seriousness of reverence for God and the importance of being attentive and respectful in His presence. It calls for a deep reflection on one's attitude t |