Numbers 6:27

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

So they shall put My name on the Israelites, and I will bless them.”

American Standard Version (1901)

So shall they put my name upon the children of Israel; and I will bless them.

Bible in Basic English

So they will put my name on the children of Israel, and I will give them my blessing.

Free Bible Version

Whenever the priests bless the Israelites in my name, I will bless them.”

King James (Authorized) Version

And they shall put my name upon the children of Israel; and I will bless them.

One Unity Resource Bible

“So they shall put my name on the children of Israel [God prevails]; and I will bless them.”

Translation for Translators

Then Yahweh said, “If Aaron and his sons ask me to bless the Israeli people, truly I will bless them.”

Unlocked Literal Bible

It is in this way that they must give my name to the people of Israel. Then I will bless them.”

Noah Webster Bible

And they shall put my name upon the children of Israel, and I will bless them.

World English Bible

“So they shall put my name on the children of Israel; and I will bless them.”

Young's Literal Translation

'And they have put My name upon the sons of Israel, and I — I do bless them.'

Context

Aaron’s Blessing

²⁶may the LORD lift up His countenance toward you and give you peace.’²⁷So they shall put My name on the Israelites, and I will bless them.”

Sermons

(Pdf Book) the Royal Priesthood

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Summary

This verse concludes the priestly blessing given by God to Moses for Aaron and his sons to pronounce over the Israelites. It signifies God's favor, protection, and peace upon His people as they walk in obedience and faithfulness. The blessing serves as a reminder of God's presence among His chosen ones, guiding and watching over them in all circumstances. It reflects the desire of God to establish a close relationship with His people, offering them His grace and blessings. Ultimately, this verse highlights the importance of seeking God's blessings and living in alignment with His will.

Commentary

Keil-Delitzsch
Tyndale

Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary

This blessing was not to remain merely a pious wish, however, but to be manifested in the people with all the power of a blessing from God. This assurance closes the divine command: "They shall put My name upon the children of Israel, and I will bless them."