Numbers 30:15

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Numbers 30:15 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

But if he nullifies them after he hears of them, then he will bear her iniquity.”

King James Version KJV

But if he shall any ways make them void after that he hath heard them; then he shall bear her iniquity.

American Standard Version ASV

But if he shall make them null and void after that he hath heard them, then he shall bear her iniquity.

Bible in Basic English BBE

But if at some time after hearing of them, he makes them without force, then he is responsible for her wrongdoing.

Free Bible Version FBV

However, if he disallows them some time later after finding out about them, then he will bear the responsibility for her breaking them.”

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

But if her husband holde his peace concerning her from day to day, then he stablisheth al her vowes and all her bondes which shee hath made: hee hath confirmed them because he held his peace concerning her the same day that hee hearde them.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

and if he doth at all break them after his hearing, then he hath borne her iniquity.'

World English Bible WEB

But if he makes them null and void after he has heard them, then he shall bear her iniquity.”

Noah Webster Bible WBS

But if he shall any way make them void after that he hath heard them ; then he shall bear her iniquity.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

But if the husband hearing it hold his peace, and defer the declaring his mind till another day: whatsoever she had vowed and promised, she shall fulfill: because immediately as he heard it, he held his peace.

Translation for Translators T4T

But if he waits a long time after she has promised to do something and then he tells her that he will not permit her to do it, if she does not do what she promised, she will not be punished; her husband is the one whom Yahweh will punish.”

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Numbers 30:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/אִם הַחֲרֵשׁ֩ יַחֲרִ֨ישׁ לָ֥/הּ אִישָׁ/הּ֮ מִ/יּ֣וֹם אֶל יוֹם֒ וְ/הֵקִים֙ אֶת כָּל נְדָרֶ֔י/הָ א֥וֹ אֶת כָּל אֱסָרֶ֖י/הָ אֲשֶׁ֣ר עָלֶ֑י/הָ הֵקִ֣ים אֹתָ֔/ם כִּי הֶחֱרִ֥שׁ לָ֖/הּ בְּ/י֥וֹם שָׁמְעֽ/וֹ

וְ/אִם ʼim H518 if Conj | Conj

הַחֲרֵשׁ֩ chârash H2790 to plow/plot V-Hiphil-Ptc

יַחֲרִ֨ישׁ chârash H2790 to plow/plot V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms

לָ֥/הּ Prep | Suff

אִישָׁ/הּ֮ ʼîysh H376 man N-ms | Suff

מִ/יּ֣וֹם yôwm H3117 day Prep | N-ms

אֶל ʼêl H413 to(wards) Prep

יוֹם֒ yôwm H3117 day N-ms

וְ/הֵקִים֙ qûwm H6965 -kamai Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms

אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM

כָּל kôl H3605 all N-ms

נְדָרֶ֔י/הָ neder H5088 vow N-mp | Suff

א֥וֹ ʼôw H176 or Conj

אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM

כָּל kôl H3605 all N-ms

אֱסָרֶ֖י/הָ ʼĕçâr H632 injunction N-mp | Suff

אֲשֶׁ֣ר ʼăsher H834 which Rel

עָלֶ֑י/הָ ʻal H5921 upon Prep | Suff

הֵקִ֣ים qûwm H6965 -kamai V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms

אֹתָ֔/ם ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM | Suff

כִּי kîy H3588 for Conj

הֶחֱרִ֥שׁ chârash H2790 to plow/plot V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms

לָ֖/הּ Prep | Suff

בְּ/י֥וֹם yôwm H3117 day Prep | N-ms

שָׁמְעֽ/וֹ shâmaʻ H8085 to hear V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff

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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 30:15

וְ/אִם ʼim H518 "if" Conj | Conj

This Hebrew word is used to express conditions or questions, like if or whether. It can also be used to make oaths or express wishes, as in Oh that! It appears in various forms in the KJV, including if, though, and when.

Definition: : if/whether_or/though 1) if 1a) conditional clauses 1a1) of possible situations 1a2) of impossible situations 1b) oath contexts 1b1) no, not 1c) if...if, whether...or, whether...or...or 1d) when, whenever 1e) since 1f) interrogative particle 1g) but rather

Usage: Occurs in 931 OT verses. KJV: (and, can-, doubtless, if, that) (not), [phrase] but, either, [phrase] except, [phrase] more(-over if, than), neither, nevertheless, nor, oh that, or, [phrase] save (only, -ing), seeing, since, sith, [phrase] surely (no more, none, not), though, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] unless, [phrase] verily, when, whereas, whether, while, [phrase] yet. See also: Genesis 4:7; Exodus 22:3; Leviticus 27:27.

הַחֲרֵשׁ֩ chârash H2790 "to plow/plot" V-Hiphil-Ptc

This verb can mean to be quiet or silent, but also to scratch or engrave, like a farmer plowing a field. It is used in various contexts, including being silent or deaf. The KJV translates it in different ways, including 'cease' or 'hold peace'.

Definition: 1) to cut in, plough, engrave, devise 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to cut in, engrave 1a2) to plough 1a3) to devise 1b) (Niphal) to be ploughed 1c) (Hiphil) to plot evil

Usage: Occurs in 65 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] altogether, cease, conceal, be deaf, devise, ear, graven, imagine, leave off speaking, hold peace, plow(-er, man), be quiet, rest, practise secretly, keep silence, be silent, speak not a word, be still, hold tongue, worker. See also: Genesis 24:21; Psalms 28:1; Psalms 32:3.

יַחֲרִ֨ישׁ chârash H2790 "to plow/plot" V-Hiphil-Imperf-3ms

Definition: 1) to cut in, plough, engrave, devise 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to cut in, engrave 1a2) to plough 1a3) to devise 1b) (Niphal) to be ploughed 1c) (Hiphil) to plot evil

לָ֥/הּ "" Prep | Suff

אִישָׁ/הּ֮ ʼîysh H376 "man" N-ms | Suff

The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.

Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)

Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.

מִ/יּ֣וֹם yôwm H3117 "day" Prep | N-ms

The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.

Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow

Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.

אֶל ʼêl H413 "to(wards)" Prep

This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.

Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)

Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.

יוֹם֒ yôwm H3117 "day" N-ms

וְ/הֵקִים֙ qûwm H6965 "-kamai" Conj | V-Hiphil-3ms

Qum means to rise or stand up, used in various contexts like rising to power or standing firm, as seen in Jeremiah and Ezra.

Definition: Combined with lev (לֵב "Leb" H3820B) § -Kamai = "my adversary" Leb-kamai, i.e., people of Gambulai

Usage: Occurs in 596 OT verses. KJV: abide, accomplish, [idiom] be clearer, confirm, continue, decree, [idiom] be dim, endure, [idiom] enemy, enjoin, get up, make good, help, hold, (help to) lift up (again), make, [idiom] but newly, ordain, perform, pitch, raise (up), rear (up), remain, (a-) rise (up) (again, against), rouse up, set (up), (e-) stablish, (make to) stand (up), stir up, strengthen, succeed, (as-, make) sure(-ly), (be) up(-hold, -rising). See also: Genesis 4:8; Numbers 30:13; Ruth 4:10.

אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM

In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.

Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)

Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.

כָּל kôl H3605 "all" 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.

נְדָרֶ֔י/הָ neder H5088 "vow" N-mp | Suff

A vow is a promise made to God, like the one Jephthah made in Judges 11:30-31. It can also refer to the thing promised, such as an offering. Vows are recorded in the Bible as important commitments.

Definition: vow, votive offering

Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: vow(-ed). See also: Genesis 28:20; Deuteronomy 12:11; Psalms 22:26.

א֥וֹ ʼôw H176 "or" Conj

Desire can also mean or, and, or if, showing a choice between options, as seen in Proverbs 31:4. It is used to express alternatives or possibilities.

Definition: 1) or, rather 1a) implying that the latter choice is preferred 1b) or if, introducing an example to be seen under a particular principle 1c) (in series) either...or, whether...or 1d) if perchance 1e) except, or else 2) whether, not the least, if, otherwise, also, and, then

Usage: Occurs in 218 OT verses. KJV: also, and, either, if, at the least, [idiom] nor, or, otherwise, then, whether. See also: Genesis 24:49; Leviticus 25:49; Proverbs 30:31.

אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM

Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)

Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.

כָּל kôl H3605 "all" N-ms

Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)

אֱסָרֶ֖י/הָ ʼĕçâr H632 "injunction" N-mp | Suff

This Hebrew word refers to a binding obligation or vow, like a promise to abstain from something. It is translated as binding or bond in the KJV Bible. In Ezra 9:12, it describes the obligation to follow God's laws.

Definition: bond, binding obligation, obligation Aramaic equivalent: e.sar (אֱסָר "injunction" H0633)

Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: binding, bond. See also: Numbers 30:3; Numbers 30:11; Numbers 30:15.

אֲשֶׁ֣ר ʼăsher H834 "which" Rel

This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.

Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when

Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.

עָלֶ֑י/הָ ʻal H5921 "upon" Prep | Suff

This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.

Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)

Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.

הֵקִ֣ים qûwm H6965 "-kamai" V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms

Qum means to rise or stand up, used in various contexts like rising to power or standing firm, as seen in Jeremiah and Ezra.

Definition: Combined with lev (לֵב "Leb" H3820B) § -Kamai = "my adversary" Leb-kamai, i.e., people of Gambulai

אֹתָ֔/ם ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM | Suff

Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)

Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.

כִּי kîy H3588 "for" Conj

A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.

Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore

Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.

הֶחֱרִ֥שׁ chârash H2790 "to plow/plot" V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms

Definition: 1) to cut in, plough, engrave, devise 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to cut in, engrave 1a2) to plough 1a3) to devise 1b) (Niphal) to be ploughed 1c) (Hiphil) to plot evil

לָ֖/הּ "" Prep | Suff

בְּ/י֥וֹם yôwm H3117 "day" Prep | N-ms

שָׁמְעֽ/וֹ shâmaʻ H8085 "to hear" V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff

To hear and listen is what this Hebrew word means, often implying attention and obedience. In Exodus and Deuteronomy, it is used when God speaks to the people, and they must listen and obey.

Definition: : hear v 1) to hear, listen to, obey 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hear (perceive by ear) 1a2) to hear of or concerning 1a3) to hear (have power to hear) 1a4) to hear with attention or interest, listen to 1a5) to understand (language) 1a6) to hear (of judicial cases) 1a7) to listen, give heed 1a7a) to consent, agree 1a7b) to grant request 1a8) to listen to, yield to 1a9) to obey, be obedient 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be heard (of voice or sound) 1b2) to be heard of 1b3) to be regarded, be obeyed 1c) (Piel) to cause to hear, call to hear, summon 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to hear, tell, proclaim, utter a sound 1d2) to sound aloud (musical term) 1d3) to make proclamation, summon 1d4) to cause to be heard n m 2) sound

Usage: Occurs in 1072 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] attentively, call (gather) together, [idiom] carefully, [idiom] certainly, consent, consider, be content, declare, [idiom] diligently, discern, give ear, (cause to, let, make to) hear(-ken, tell), [idiom] indeed, listen, make (a) noise, (be) obedient, obey, perceive, (make a) proclaim(-ation), publish, regard, report, shew (forth), (make a) sound, [idiom] surely, tell, understand, whosoever (heareth), witness. See also: Genesis 3:8; Exodus 32:18; Deuteronomy 27:9.

Study Notes — Numbers 30:15

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Context
Cross References
Numbers 30:15 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 30:15
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 30:15
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 30:15
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 30:15
Sermons on Numbers 30:15

Context — Laws about Vows

13Her husband may confirm or nullify any vow or any sworn pledge to deny herself. 14But if her husband says nothing to her from day to day, then he confirms all the vows and pledges that bind her. He has confirmed them, because he said nothing to her on the day he heard about them.

15But if he nullifies them after he hears of them, then he will bear her iniquity.”

16These are the statutes that the LORD commanded Moses concerning the relationship between a man and his wife, and between a father and a young daughter still in his home.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Leviticus 5:1	“If someone sins by failing to testify when he hears a public charge about something he has witnessed, whether he has seen it or learned of it, he shall bear the iniquity.
2	Numbers 30:5	But if her father prohibits her on the day he hears about it, then none of the vows or pledges by which she has bound herself shall stand. The LORD will absolve her because her father has prohibited her.
3	Numbers 30:8	But if her husband prohibits her when he hears of it, he nullifies the vow that binds her or the rash promise she has made, and the LORD will absolve her.
4	Galatians 3:28	There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.
5	Numbers 30:12	But if her husband nullifies them on the day he hears of them, then nothing that came from her lips, whether her vows or pledges, shall stand. Her husband has nullified them, and the LORD will absolve her.

Numbers 30:15 Summary

[In Numbers 30:15, we see that if a husband cancels his wife's vows after hearing about them, he will be responsible for the consequences of her actions, similar to the concept of spiritual leadership in Ephesians 5:25-30. This means that the husband has a big responsibility to make good decisions and to communicate with his wife, as seen in the importance of speaking the truth in love in Ephesians 4:29-32. It's like if someone promises to do something, but then doesn't follow through, they will have to deal with the consequences, as stated in Numbers 30:15. This verse teaches us about the importance of keeping our promises and being responsible for our actions, as seen in other passages such as Proverbs 24:26 and Galatians 6:2.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for the husband to nullify his wife's vows in Numbers 30:15?

In Numbers 30:15, if the husband nullifies his wife's vows after hearing about them, it means he is canceling or making them void, and as a result, he will bear the consequences of her actions, as seen in the context of Numbers 30:13-14, where the husband has the authority to confirm or nullify his wife's vows, similar to the concept of spiritual leadership in Ephesians 5:25-30.

Why will the husband bear his wife's iniquity if he nullifies her vows?

The husband will bear his wife's iniquity because, as the spiritual leader of the home, he has taken on the responsibility of her actions, as stated in Numbers 30:15, and as seen in other passages such as Genesis 3:6, where Adam's actions led to sin entering the world, and in 1 Corinthians 11:3, which emphasizes the importance of spiritual headship.

How does this verse relate to the concept of spiritual leadership in marriage?

This verse highlights the importance of the husband's role as spiritual leader in the marriage, as he is responsible for making decisions that affect his wife's spiritual well-being, similar to the concept of Christ as the head of the church in Ephesians 5:23-24, and the importance of husbands loving their wives as themselves, as stated in Ephesians 5:25-30 and in Colossians 3:19.

What can we learn from this verse about the importance of communication in marriage?

This verse emphasizes the importance of communication in marriage, as the husband's decision to nullify his wife's vows after hearing about them can have significant consequences, highlighting the need for open and honest communication, as seen in other passages such as Ephesians 4:29-32, which emphasizes the importance of speaking the truth in love, and in Proverbs 24:26, which states that an honest answer is like a kiss on the lips.

Reflection Questions

What are some ways that I can apply the principle of spiritual leadership in my own marriage or relationships, as seen in Numbers 30:15 and other passages such as Ephesians 5:25-30?
How can I balance the need for communication and decision-making in my relationships, as highlighted in Numbers 30:15 and in other passages such as Ephesians 4:29-32?
What are some potential consequences of not communicating effectively in my relationships, as seen in Numbers 30:15, and how can I work to avoid them, using principles from passages such as Proverbs 24:26 and Ephesians 4:29-32?
In what ways can I demonstrate love and care for my spouse or loved ones, as seen in the concept of bearing one another's burdens in Galatians 6:2, and in the importance of husbands loving their wives as themselves, as stated in Ephesians 5:25-30?

Gill's Exposition on Numbers 30:15

But if he shall any ways make them void, after that he hath heard them,.... Some way or other expressing his dislike of them; not at the time he heard them, but some time afterwards; one day after,

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 30:15

After that he hath heard them, and approved them by his silence from day to day; if now after that time spent, he shall upon further thoughts dislike and hinder it, which he ought not to do, her iniquity, her nonperformance of her vow, shall be imputed to him, not to her.

Cambridge Bible on Numbers 30:15

15. If, after tacitly consenting at the time that he heard of the vow, he compels her at a later time to break it, then Jehovah will not (as in the foregoing cases) forgive, but the iniquity will rest upon the husband and not upon the woman.

Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 30:15

THE VOW OF THE WIFE, Numbers 30:10-16.In this case the silence of the husband cognizant of the vow gives consent, but his immediate protest annuls the obligation. 13. To afflict the soul — This was usually done by fasting.

Sermons on Numbers 30:15

	Sermon	Description
	Authority in the Scriptures - Part 2 by Colin Anderson	In this sermon, the preacher reflects on various passages from the Bible, highlighting the fulfillment of God's word through Jesus. The preacher emphasizes Jesus' obedience and sil
	Be Rich: I Know a Secret by Warren Wiersbe	In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the mystery in the teachings of the apostle Paul. The mystery refers to the fact that when a person is saved, whether they
	(How to Get Out of a Religious Rut): It's Imperative to Get Out of the Rut Now! by A.W. Tozer	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of being wholehearted Christians and not settling for a half-hearted faith. He urges the congregation to take their faith ser
	Saints Alive by Warren Wiersbe	In this sermon, the speaker discusses the three basic wars that every human being faces: the war within oneself, the war with others, and the war with God. The speaker references J
	The Logic of Law by Warren Wiersbe	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that as believers in Jesus Christ, we are all united through the Holy Spirit. He highlights the difference between living by threats and liv
	The Local Church 1 - Part 2 by William MacDonald	This sermon delves into the distinction between Israel and the church, emphasizing that they are not a continuum but rather distinct entities in God's plan. It highlights how Israe
	Genesis and the Origin of Races by Ken Ham	In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of recognizing that all humans are descendants of one man and one woman, going back to Noah and Adam. He challenges the secular