Numbers 20:6
Numbers 20:6 in Multiple Translations
Then Moses and Aaron went from the presence of the assembly to the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. They fell facedown, and the glory of the LORD appeared to them.
And Moses and Aaron went from the presence of the assembly unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, and they fell upon their faces: and the glory of the LORD appeared unto them.
And Moses and Aaron went from the presence of the assembly unto the door of the tent of meeting, and fell upon their faces: and the glory of Jehovah appeared unto them.
Then Moses and Aaron went away from the people to the door of the Tent of meeting; and, falling on their faces there, they saw the glory of the Lord.
Moses and Aaron left the people and went to the entrance of the Tent of Meeting. There they fell facedown on the ground, and the glory of the Lord appeared to them.
Then Moses and Aaron went from the assemblie vnto the doore of the Tabernacle of the Congregation, and fell vpon their faces: and the glory of the Lord appeared vnto them.
And Moses and Aaron go in from the presence of the assembly unto the opening of the tent of meeting, and fall on their faces, and the honour of Jehovah is seen by them.
Moses and Aaron went from the presence of the assembly to the door of the Tent of Meeting, and fell on their faces. The LORD’s glory appeared to them.
And Moses and Aaron went from the presence of the assembly to the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, and they fell upon their faces: and the glory of the LORD appeared to them.
And Moses and Aaron leaving the multitude, went into the tabernacle of the covenant, and fell flat upon the ground, and cried to the Lord, and said: O Lord God, hear the cry of this people, and open to them thy treasure, a fountain of living water, that being satisfied, they may cease to murmur. And the glory of the Lord appeared over them.
Aaron and Moses/I turned away from the people and went to the entrance of the Sacred Tent and prostrated themselves/ourselves on the ground. Then Yahweh appeared to them/us with his bright glory,
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 20:6
Study Notes — Numbers 20:6
- Context
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- Numbers 20:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 20:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 20:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 20:6
- Cambridge Bible on Numbers 20:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 20:6
- Sermons on Numbers 20:6
Context — Water from the Rock
6Then Moses and Aaron went from the presence of the assembly to the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. They fell facedown, and the glory of the LORD appeared to them.
7And the LORD said to Moses, 8“Take the staff and assemble the congregation. You and your brother Aaron are to speak to the rock while they watch, and it will pour out its water. You will bring out water from the rock and provide drink for the congregation and their livestock.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Numbers 14:5 | Then Moses and Aaron fell facedown before the whole assembly of the congregation of Israel. |
| 2 | Numbers 16:4 | When Moses heard this, he fell facedown. |
| 3 | Numbers 16:19 | When Korah had gathered his whole assembly against them at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting, the glory of the LORD appeared to the whole congregation. |
| 4 | Numbers 16:45 | “Get away from this congregation so that I may consume them in an instant.” And Moses and Aaron fell facedown. |
| 5 | Numbers 16:22 | But Moses and Aaron fell facedown and said, “O God, the God of the spirits of all flesh, when one man sins, will You be angry with the whole congregation?” |
| 6 | Numbers 14:10 | But the whole congregation threatened to stone Joshua and Caleb. Then the glory of the LORD appeared to all the Israelites at the Tent of Meeting. |
| 7 | Matthew 26:39 | Going a little farther, He fell facedown and prayed, “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me. Yet not as I will, but as You will.” |
| 8 | Exodus 16:10 | And as Aaron was speaking to the whole congregation of Israel, they looked toward the desert, and there in a cloud the glory of the LORD appeared. |
| 9 | Numbers 16:42 | But 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. |
| 10 | Psalms 109:3–4 | They surround me with hateful words and attack me without cause. In return for my love they accuse me, but I am a man of prayer. |
Numbers 20:6 Summary
In Numbers 20:6, Moses and Aaron went to the Tent of Meeting and humbled themselves before God, falling facedown in reverence and worship. This act of humility and faith allowed them to experience God's glorious presence, which gave them the strength and guidance they needed to lead the Israelites. Just like Moses and Aaron, we can learn to humble ourselves before God and seek His presence in our lives, as seen in Psalm 51:17 and Matthew 5:3. By doing so, we can experience God's love, mercy, and provision, just as the Israelites did in the wilderness, and as promised in Jeremiah 29:13 and John 14:21.
Frequently Asked Questions
What prompted Moses and Aaron to go to the Tent of Meeting in Numbers 20:6?
Moses and Aaron went to the Tent of Meeting in response to the Israelites' rebellion and complaints, as seen in Numbers 20:4-5, where they questioned God's provision and leadership, much like the Israelites did in Exodus 16:2-3 and Exodus 17:1-4.
Why did Moses and Aaron fall facedown in Numbers 20:6?
Moses and Aaron fell facedown as an act of humility, reverence, and worship, recognizing God's holiness and power, similar to the response of the prophet Ezekiel in Ezekiel 1:28 and the apostle John in Revelation 1:17.
What is the significance of the glory of the LORD appearing to Moses and Aaron in Numbers 20:6?
The glory of the LORD appearing to Moses and Aaron signifies God's presence and approval, reassuring them of His guidance and support, much like the experience of Moses in Exodus 33:18 and Exodus 34:5-7.
How does Numbers 20:6 relate to the rest of the biblical narrative?
Numbers 20:6 is part of the larger story of God's relationship with the Israelites, demonstrating His faithfulness and mercy, as seen in Deuteronomy 7:9 and Psalm 106:1, and foreshadowing the coming of Jesus Christ, who would ultimately reveal God's glory and provide living water, as seen in John 4:10-14 and John 7:37-38.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can humble myself before God, like Moses and Aaron, when faced with challenges or criticisms?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and awe for God's presence and power in my life, as seen in Numbers 20:6?
- What are some times when I have questioned God's provision or leadership, and how can I learn from the example of Moses and Aaron in Numbers 20:6?
- In what ways can I seek to experience God's glory and presence in my life, and what might be some barriers to this experience?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 20:6
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 20:6
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 20:6
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 20:6
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 20:6
Sermons on Numbers 20:6
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Eating the Bread of Opposition by Carter Conlon | This sermon emphasizes the concept of 'eating the bread of opposition,' highlighting how challenges and enemies can actually nurture and strengthen us in our faith journey. It enco |
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The Vessels That God Uses by James A. Stewart | In this sermon, the preacher shares a dream he had about attending two different church services. One church advertised that the archangel Gabriel would be preaching, while the oth |
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Epistle 153 by George Fox | George Fox emphasizes the universal nature of God's love and the importance of righteousness, stating that God gives life to all and is no respecter of persons. He highlights that |
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The Nature and Universality of Spiritual Death by Samuel Davies | Samuel Davies preaches about the nature and universality of spiritual death, emphasizing the dreadful state of the soul separated from God, dead in transgressions and sins. He vivi |
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A Heart Capable of Unbelief by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the danger of unbelief among God's people, drawing parallels between the Israelites' initial faith after their deliverance from Egypt and their subsequen |
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The Crisis as to the Earthly and the Heavenly by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the ongoing conflict between the earthly and the heavenly, illustrating how the Old Testament figures, particularly Joshua and Caleb, serve as pioneers |
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(Biblical Family) Biblical Womanhood - Part 2 by Voddie Baucham | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of love and how it should be understood biblically. He argues that love is not just a random force or an overwhelming and uncontro |







