Numbers 33:11
Numbers 33:11 in Multiple Translations
They set out from the Red Sea and camped in the Desert of Sin.
And they removed from the Red sea, and encamped in the wilderness of Sin.
And they journeyed from the Red Sea, and encamped in the wilderness of Sin.
Then from the Red Sea they went on and put up their tents in the waste land of Sin.
They moved on from the Red Sea and set up camp in the Desert of Sin.
And they remoued from the red Sea, and lay in the wildernesse of Sin.
And they journey from the Red Sea, and encamp in the wilderness of Sin;
They traveled from the Red Sea, and encamped in the wilderness of Sin.
And they removed from the Red sea, and encamped in the wilderness of Sin.
They camped in the desert of Sin.
Then they/we left the Red Sea area and went to the area near the Sin Desert and set up their/our tents there.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 33:11
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Numbers 33:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּסְע֖וּ
מִ/יַּם
ס֑וּף
וַֽ/יַּחֲנ֖וּ
בְּ/מִדְבַּר
סִֽין
וַ/יִּסְע֖וּ
nâçaʻ
H5265
to set out
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
מִ/יַּם
yâm
H3220
West
Prep | N-ms
ס֑וּף
çûwph
H5488
reed
N-ms
וַֽ/יַּחֲנ֖וּ
chânâh
H2583
to camp
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
בְּ/מִדְבַּר
midbâr
H4057
mouth
Prep | N-ms
סִֽין
Çîyn
H5512
Pelusium
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 33:11
וַ/יִּסְע֖וּ
nâçaʻ
H5265
"to set out"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
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.
מִ/יַּם
yâm
H3220
"West"
Prep | N-ms
Refers to a large body of water like the Mediterranean Sea or a sea in general, sometimes specifically the west or seaward direction.
Definition: This name means sea, seaward, westward Another name of eph.ron (עֶפְרוֹן "(Mount )Ephron" H6085H)
Usage: Occurs in 339 OT verses. KJV: sea ([idiom] -faring man, (-shore)), south, west (-ern, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 1:10; Joshua 17:10; Psalms 8:9.
ס֑וּף
çûwph
H5488
"reed"
N-ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to a type of reed or water plant, often used to describe the Red Sea. It appears in Exodus as the body of water the Israelites crossed. The word is also translated as flag or weed in some versions.
Definition: 1) reed, rush, water plant 1a) rushes 1b) sea of rushes - used of Red Sea
Usage: Occurs in 28 OT verses. KJV: flag, Red (sea), weed. Compare H5489 (סוּף). See also: Exodus 2:3; Joshua 2:10; Psalms 106:7.
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/מִדְבַּר
midbâr
H4057
"mouth"
Prep | N-ms
The wilderness refers to a desert or open field, like the one the Israelites wandered in after leaving Egypt. It can also mean a place of solitude or a region without many people. In the Bible, it is often associated with the journey to the Promised Land.
Definition: 1) mouth 1a) mouth (as organ of speech)
Usage: Occurs in 257 OT verses. KJV: desert, south, speech, wilderness. See also: Genesis 14:6; Joshua 5:4; Psalms 29:8.
סִֽין
Çîyn
H5512
"Pelusium"
N-proper
Sin refers to an Egyptian town and the desert adjoining it. The Israelites passed through this area on their way to Sinai, as mentioned in Exodus. The name Sin may mean thorn or clay.
Definition: § Sin = "thorn" or "clay" a town in eastern Egypt
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: Sin. See also: Exodus 16:1; Numbers 33:12; Ezekiel 30:16.
Study Notes — Numbers 33:11
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Context — Forty-Two Journeys of the Israelites
9They set out from Marah and came to Elim, where there were twelve springs and seventy palm trees, and they camped there.
10They set out from Elim and camped by the Red Sea.
11They set out from the Red Sea and camped in the Desert of Sin.
12They set out from the Desert of Sin and camped at Dophkah. 13They set out from Dophkah and camped at Alush.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 16:1 | On the fifteenth day of the second month after they had left the land of Egypt, the whole congregation of Israel set out from Elim and came to the Desert of Sin, which is between Elim and Sinai. |
Numbers 33:11 Summary
This verse tells us that the Israelites moved from the Red Sea to the Desert of Sin, which was a part of their journey to the Promised Land. Just like the Israelites, we may face difficult circumstances, but God is always with us, guiding and providing for us (as seen in Psalm 23:4 and Matthew 28:20). The Desert of Sin was a place where the Israelites received manna from God, which teaches us about God's care and provision. We can learn from their experience to trust God and follow His leading, even when the journey is uncertain, and to remember that He is always with us, as promised in Hebrews 13:5.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the Israelites have to move from the Red Sea to the Desert of Sin?
The Israelites were being led by God to the Promised Land, and their journey involved moving through different locations, as seen in Numbers 33:11, to ultimately reach their destination, as promised in Exodus 6:8 and Deuteronomy 1:8.
What is the significance of the Desert of Sin in the Bible?
The Desert of Sin is one of the places the Israelites camped during their wilderness journey, and it is notable for being a location where the Israelites received manna from God, as mentioned in Exodus 16:1, which occurred after they left the Desert of Sin.
How does this verse relate to the overall narrative of the Israelites' journey?
This verse is part of a larger narrative of the Israelites' journey from slavery in Egypt to the Promised Land, as described in the book of Numbers and Exodus, with God guiding and providing for them along the way, as seen in Numbers 33:11 and Psalm 78:52-53.
What can we learn from the Israelites' experience in the Desert of Sin?
The Israelites' experience in the Desert of Sin teaches us about God's provision and care, even in difficult circumstances, as seen in Exodus 16:4-36, and the importance of trusting and following God's leading, as emphasized in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Isaiah 58:11.
Reflection Questions
- What are some 'deserts' in my life where I need to trust God's provision and guidance?
- How can I, like the Israelites, respond to God's leading and move forward in faith, even when the journey is uncertain?
- What are some ways I can cultivate a deeper trust in God's care and provision, just as the Israelites experienced in the wilderness?
- How does this verse encourage me to persevere in my own spiritual journey, despite challenges and uncertainties?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 33:11
And they removed from the Red sea, and encamped in the wilderness of Sin. Sixteen miles from the Red sea, where they were last; see Exodus 16:1.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 33:11
And they removed from the Red sea, and encamped in the wilderness of Sin. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Numbers 33:11
STAT. VII. Verse 11. The wilderness of SIN.] This lies between Elim and Mount Sinai. Dr. Shaw and his companions traversed these plains in nine hours.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 33:11
11. The wilderness of Sin — This name applies to the whole sandy plain which runs along the shore of the Red Sea from Elim to the southern end of the Sinaitic peninsula. It is the modern El Markha. Exodus 16:1, note.
Sermons on Numbers 33:11
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God's Response to Israel by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the response of God to the grumblings of the children of Israel after their deliverance from Egypt. He emphasizes the importance of hav |
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Rev. 12:6. Strangership and Pilgrimage by Horatius Bonar | Horatius Bonar emphasizes the Christian's identity as a stranger and pilgrim in this world, drawing parallels between the journey of the Church and the experiences of biblical figu |
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Romans 9:24a Who Are God's People? by Ernest O'Neill | Ernest O'Neill addresses the common skepticism surrounding the problem of evil, emphasizing the necessity of free will in choosing to love God. He explains how God's plan involves |
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Resisting Monotony by Means of Variety by A.W. Tozer | A.W. Tozer emphasizes the importance of variety in spiritual practices to avoid monotony, suggesting that even the most devoted souls can become stagnant if they do not occasionall |