Numbers 21:12
Numbers 21:12 in Multiple Translations
From there they set out and camped in the Valley of Zered.
¶ From thence they removed, and pitched in the valley of Zared.
From thence they journeyed, and encamped in the valley of Zered.
And moving on from there, they put up their tents in the valley of Zered.
They left there and camped in the Valley of Zered.
They remoued thence, and pitched vpon the riuer of Zared.
From thence they have journeyed, and encamp in the valley of Zared.
From there they traveled, and encamped in the valley of Zered.
From thence they removed, and pitched in the valley of Zared.
And removing from thence, they came to the torrent Zared:
From there they traveled to the valley where the Zered riverbed is, and camped there.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 21:12
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Numbers 21:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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מִ/שָּׁ֖ם
נָסָ֑עוּ
וַֽ/יַּחֲנ֖וּ
בְּ/נַ֥חַל
זָֽרֶד
מִ/שָּׁ֖ם
shâm
H8033
there
Prep | Adv
נָסָ֑עוּ
nâçaʻ
H5265
to set out
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
וַֽ/יַּחֲנ֖וּ
chânâh
H2583
to camp
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
בְּ/נַ֥חַל
nachal
H5158
Brook
Prep | N-ms
זָֽרֶד
Zered
H2218
Zered
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 21:12
מִ/שָּׁ֖ם
shâm
H8033
"there"
Prep | Adv
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
נָסָ֑עוּ
nâçaʻ
H5265
"to set out"
V-Qal-Perf-3cp
In the Bible, this word means to set out or start a journey, like the Israelites departing from Egypt, or to remove something, as in pulling up tent pins.
Definition: 1) to pull out, pull up, set out, journey, remove, set forward, depart 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to pull out or up 1a2) to set out, depart 1a3) to journey, march 1a4) to set forth (of wind) 1b) (Niphal) to be pulled up, be removed, be plucked up 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to set out, lead out, cause to spring up 1c2) to remove, quarry
Usage: Occurs in 140 OT verses. KJV: cause to blow, bring, get, (make to) go (away, forth, forward, onward, out), (take) journey, march, remove, set aside (forward), [idiom] still, be on his (go their) way. See also: Genesis 11:2; Numbers 33:9; Psalms 78:26.
וַֽ/יַּחֲנ֖וּ
chânâh
H2583
"to camp"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
This Hebrew verb means to set up camp or pitch a tent, like when the Israelites encamped in the wilderness. It can also mean to lay siege against a city.
Definition: 1) to decline, incline, encamp, bend down, lay siege against 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to decline 1a2) to encamp
Usage: Occurs in 135 OT verses. KJV: abide (in tents), camp, dwell, encamp, grow to an end, lie, pitch (tent), rest in tent. See also: Genesis 26:17; Numbers 33:33; Psalms 27:3.
בְּ/נַ֥חַל
nachal
H5158
"Brook"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for a brook or stream, often referring to a small river or valley, is used in the Bible to describe natural landscapes, such as the Brook Kidron in 2 Samuel 15:23. It can also refer to a narrow valley or a shaft of a mine, emphasizing the idea of a flowing body of water.
Definition: palm-tree Another name of shi.chor (שִׁיחוֹר "Shihor" H7883G)
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: brook, flood, river, stream, valley. See also: Genesis 26:17; 1 Kings 18:5; Psalms 18:5.
זָֽרֶד
Zered
H2218
"Zered"
N-proper
The Zered is a brook or river mentioned in the Bible as being located east of the Dead Sea, in the region of Moab and Edom. It is described as the source of the Arnon river and is referenced in the book of Deuteronomy. The Zered played a significant role in the geography of the ancient Near East.
Definition: § Zered = "osier brook" a river east of the Jordan, in the region of Moab and Edom, a source of the Arnon river
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: Zared, Zered. See also: Numbers 21:12; Deuteronomy 2:13; Deuteronomy 2:14.
Study Notes — Numbers 21:12
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 21:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 21:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 21:12
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Numbers 21:12
- Cambridge Bible on Numbers 21:12
- Barnes' Notes on Numbers 21:12
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 21:12
Context — The Journey to Moab
10Then the Israelites set out and camped at Oboth.
11They journeyed from Oboth and camped at Iye-abarim in the wilderness opposite Moab to the east.
12From there they set out and camped in the Valley of Zered.
13From there they moved on and camped on the other side of the Arnon, in the wilderness that extends into the Amorite territory. Now the Arnon is the border between the Moabites and the Amorites. 14Therefore it is stated in the Book of the Wars of the LORD: “Waheb in Suphah and the wadis of the Arnon,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deuteronomy 2:13–14 | “Now arise and cross over the Brook of Zered.” So we crossed over the Brook of Zered. The time we spent traveling from Kadesh-barnea until we crossed over the Brook of Zered was thirty-eight years, until that entire generation of fighting men had perished from the camp, as the LORD had sworn to them. |
Numbers 21:12 Summary
The Israelites traveled to the Valley of Zered, which was a stop on their journey through the wilderness, as mentioned in Numbers 21:12. This verse shows us that the Israelites were following God's plan and guidance, just like we are called to do in our own lives, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6. By trusting in God's presence and promises, we can navigate life's challenges with faith and confidence, just as the Israelites did during their wilderness journey, with God's guidance and provision, as mentioned in Exodus 13:21-22.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Valley of Zered in Numbers 21:12?
The Valley of Zered is a geographical location where the Israelites camped during their wilderness journey, as mentioned in Numbers 21:12, and it marks a point in their travels before entering the territory of the Amorites, as seen in Numbers 21:13, and Deuteronomy 2:13-14 provides additional context about their journey.
Why did the Israelites keep moving from one place to another in the wilderness?
The Israelites were following God's guidance and instructions, as seen in Exodus 13:21-22, where God led them with a pillar of cloud and fire, and in Numbers 9:15-23, where God's presence in the tabernacle guided their movements.
What can we learn from the Israelites' journey in the wilderness?
We can learn about trust, obedience, and perseverance from the Israelites' experiences, as emphasized in Hebrews 3:7-19, which encourages believers to trust in God's promises and to persevere in their faith, and in Joshua 1:7-9, which reminds us to meditate on God's Word and to trust in His presence.
How does the Valley of Zered relate to the overall story of the Israelites in the Bible?
The Valley of Zered is a part of the Israelites' wilderness journey, which is a significant theme in the Bible, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:2-5, where Moses reminds the Israelites of their experiences in the wilderness, and in 1 Corinthians 10:1-13, where the apostle Paul uses the Israelites' story as an example for believers to learn from.
Reflection Questions
- As I reflect on the Israelites' journey, what are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's guidance and presence?
- How can I apply the lessons of perseverance and obedience from the Israelites' experiences to my own life, especially in times of uncertainty or challenge?
- What are some ways I can cultivate a deeper sense of trust and faith in God's promises, just like the Israelites were called to do during their wilderness journey?
- In what ways can I remember and apply the principles of God's Word, as the Israelites were reminded to do in Deuteronomy 8:2-5, to my own life and decisions?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 21:12
From thence they removed, and pitched in the valley of Zered.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 21:12
From thence they removed, and pitched in the valley of Zared.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 21:12
Or rather, by the torrent or brook of Zared, as we render it, ; which ran into the Dead Sea, and from which the valley also might be so called.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Numbers 21:12
Verse 12. They - pitched in the valley of Zared.] נחל זרד nachal zared. This should be translated the brook Zared, as it is in Deuteronomy 2:13-14. This stream has its origin in the mountains eastward of Moab, and runs from east to west, and discharges itself into the Dead Sea.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 21:12
Numbers 21:12-20. J E The Israelites arrived at a spot on the S.E. border of Moab, and then, having travelled northwards along its eastern boundary, penetrated westward till they reached the cliffs which fall to the Dead Sea. Notice that the formula used in the itinerary has changed; in Numbers 21:10-11 it is ‘and they journeyed from —— and encamped in ——,’ as throughout ch. 33; but here it is ‘from thence they journeyed, and encamped in ——,’ or some shorter expression. On the whole of this section see G. A. Smith, Hist. Geogr. 557–66, and his article ‘Moab’ in Enc. Bibl. [Note: nc. Bibl. Encyclopaedia Biblica.]
Barnes' Notes on Numbers 21:12
The valley of Zared - Rather, the brook or watercourse of Zared “the willow.” It is probably the present Wady Ain Franjy.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 21:12
12. The valley of Zared — More accurately, Zered. Deuteronomy 2:13. Literally, the willow brook. It is a boundary stream between Moab and Edom, flowing into the Dead Sea, supposed to be mentioned in Isaiah 15:7.