Numbers 17:13

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

Anyone who comes near the tabernacle of the LORD will die. Are we all going to perish?”

American Standard Version (1901)

Every one that cometh near, that cometh near unto the tabernacle of Jehovah, dieth: shall we perish all of us?

Bible in Basic English

Death will overtake everyone who comes near, who comes near the House of the Lord: are we all to come to destruction?

Free Bible Version

Anyone who dares to approach the Tabernacle of the Lord will die. Are we all going to be completely wiped out?”

King James (Authorized) Version

Whosoever cometh any thing near unto the tabernacle of the LORD shall die: shall we be consumed with dying?

One Unity Resource Bible

Everyone who keeps approaching Adonai ’s tabernacle, dies! Will we all perish?”

Translation for Translators

Everyone who comes close to Yahweh’s Sacred Tent dies. Are the rest of us going to die, also?” [RHQ]

Unlocked Literal Bible

Everyone who comes up, who approaches Yahweh's tabernacle, will die. Must we all perish?”

Noah Webster Bible

Whoever approacheth the tabernacle of the LORD shall die: shall we be consumed with dying?

World English Bible

Everyone who keeps approaching Yahweh’s tabernacle, dies! Will we all perish?”

Young's Literal Translation

any who is at all drawing near unto the tabernacle of Jehovah dieth; have we not been consumed — to expire?'

Context

Aaron’s Staff Buds

¹²Then the Israelites declared to Moses, “Look, we are perishing! We are lost; we are all lost!¹³Anyone who comes near the tabernacle of the LORD will die. Are we all going to perish?”

Summary

This verse illustrates the seriousness of challenging God's chosen leaders and questioning their authority. The rebellion of the Israelites against Aaron's leadership resulted in a deadly plague, emphasizing the importance of respecting God's appointed leaders. It serves as a warning against rebellion and disobedience, highlighting the need for submission and humility in following God's ordained order. Ultimately, this event demonstrates God's sovereignty in establishing and upholding His chosen servants for the guidance and well-being of His people.

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

cometh any thing near--that is, nearer than he ought to do; an error into which many may fall. Will the stern justice of God overtake every slight offense? We shall all be destroyed. Some, however, regard this exclamation as the symptom or a new discontent, rather than the indication of a reverential and submissive spirit. Let us fear and sin not. Next: Numbers Chapter 18