Numbers 9:12
Numbers 9:12 in Multiple Translations
they may not leave any of it until morning or break any of its bones. They must observe the Passover according to all its statutes.
They shall leave none of it unto the morning, nor break any bone of it: according to all the ordinances of the passover they shall keep it.
they shall leave none of it unto the morning, nor break a bone thereof: according to all the statute of the passover they shall keep it.
Nothing of it is to be kept till the morning, and no bone of it is to be broken: they are to keep it by the rules of the Passover.
You must not leave any of it until the following morning and you must not break any of its bones. You must observe the Passover according to all the regulations.
They shall leaue none of it vnto the morning, nor breake any bone of it: according to all the ordinance of the Passeouer shall they keepe it.
they do not leave of till morning; and a bone they do not break in it: according to all the statute of the passover they prepare it.
They shall leave none of it until the morning, nor break a bone of it. According to all the statute of the Passover they shall keep it.
They shall leave none of it to the morning, nor break any bone of it: according to all the ordinances of the passover they shall keep it.
They shall not leave any thing thereof until morning, a nor break a bone thereof, they shall observe all the ceremonies of the phase.
Do not leave any of it until the next morning. And do not break any of the lamb’s bones. Obey all the regulations about celebrating the Passover.
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Numbers 9:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
לֹֽא
יַשְׁאִ֤ירוּ
מִמֶּ֨/נּוּ֙
עַד
בֹּ֔קֶר
וְ/עֶ֖צֶם
לֹ֣א
יִשְׁבְּרוּ
ב֑/וֹ
כְּ/כָל
חֻקַּ֥ת
הַ/פֶּ֖סַח
יַעֲשׂ֥וּ
אֹתֽ/וֹ
לֹֽא
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
יַשְׁאִ֤ירוּ
shâʼar
H7604
to remain
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3mp
מִמֶּ֨/נּוּ֙
min
H4480
from
Prep | Suff
עַד
ʻad
H5704
till
Prep
בֹּ֔קֶר
bôqer
H1242
morning
N-ms
וְ/עֶ֖צֶם
ʻetsem
H6106
bone
Conj | N-fs
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
יִשְׁבְּרוּ
shâbar
H7665
to break
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
ב֑/וֹ
Prep | Suff
כְּ/כָל
kôl
H3605
all
Prep | N-ms
חֻקַּ֥ת
chuqqâh
H2708
statute
N-cs
הַ/פֶּ֖סַח
peçach
H6453
Passover
Art | N-ms
יַעֲשׂ֥וּ
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
אֹתֽ/וֹ
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 9:12
לֹֽא
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
יַשְׁאִ֤ירוּ
shâʼar
H7604
"to remain"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3mp
To remain or be left over, as in Joshua 10:20. It can also mean to spare or reserve something, like God sparing Noah in Genesis 7:23. This word is used to describe the remnant of Israel.
Definition: 1) to remain, be left over, be left behind 1a) (Qal) to remain 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be left over, be left alive, survive 1b1a) remainder, remnant (participle) 1b2) to be left behind 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to leave over, spare 1c2) to leave or keep over 1c3) to have left 1c4) to leave (as a gift)
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: leave, (be) left, let, remain, remnant, reserve, the rest. See also: Genesis 7:23; 1 Kings 22:47; Isaiah 4:3.
מִמֶּ֨/נּוּ֙
min
H4480
"from"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
עַד
ʻad
H5704
"till"
Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
בֹּ֔קֶר
bôqer
H1242
"morning"
N-ms
The break of day or morning, a time of new beginnings, as in the morning sacrifices in Exodus 29:39 or the resurrection of Jesus on the first day of the week in John 20:1.
Definition: 1) morning, break of day 1a) morning 1a1) of end of night 1a2) of coming of daylight 1a3) of coming of sunrise 1a4) of beginning of day 1a5) of bright joy after night of distress (fig.) 1b) morrow, next day, next morning
Usage: Occurs in 189 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase]) day, early, morning, morrow. See also: Genesis 1:5; 1 Samuel 11:11; Psalms 5:4.
וְ/עֶ֖צֶם
ʻetsem
H6106
"bone"
Conj | N-fs
In the original Hebrew, this word refers to a bone or the body, and can also mean the substance or essence of something. It is used in many parts of the Bible, including in the book of Genesis and Psalms, to describe the physical body.
Definition: : bone/limb 1) bone, essence, substance 1a) bone 1a1) body, limbs, members, external body 1b) bone (of animal) 1c) substance, self
Usage: Occurs in 108 OT verses. KJV: body, bone, [idiom] life, (self-) same, strength, [idiom] very. See also: Genesis 2:23; Job 33:19; Psalms 6:3.
לֹ֣א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
יִשְׁבְּרוּ
shâbar
H7665
"to break"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
This word means to break or shatter something, either physically or emotionally. It can also mean to burst or rupture, and is often used to describe intense violence or destruction. In the Bible, it's translated as break or crush.
Definition: 1) to break, break in pieces 1a) (Qal) 1a1) break, break in or down, rend violently, wreck, crush, quench 1a2) to break, rupture (fig) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be broken, be maimed, be crippled, be wrecked 1b2) to be broken, be crushed (fig) 1c) (Piel) to shatter, break 1d) (Hiphil) to cause to break out, bring to the birth 1e) (Hophal) to be broken, be shattered Aramaic equivalent: te.var (תְּבַר "to break" H8406)
Usage: Occurs in 143 OT verses. KJV: break (down, off, in pieces, up), broken (-hearted), bring to the birth, crush, destroy, hurt, quench, [idiom] quite, tear, view (by mistake for H7663 (שָׂבַר)). See also: Genesis 19:9; Isaiah 27:11; Psalms 3:8.
ב֑/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
כְּ/כָל
kôl
H3605
"all"
Prep | 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.
חֻקַּ֥ת
chuqqâh
H2708
"statute"
N-cs
This Hebrew word refers to a statute or ordinance, often given by God to the Israelites. It appears in books like Leviticus and Numbers, outlining rules for sacrifices and festivals. These statutes helped the Israelites understand God's requirements.
Definition: 1) statute, ordinance, limit, enactment, something prescribed 1a) statute
Usage: Occurs in 101 OT verses. KJV: appointed, custom, manner, ordinance, site, statute. See also: Genesis 26:5; Deuteronomy 28:15; Psalms 18:23.
הַ/פֶּ֖סַח
peçach
H6453
"Passover"
Art | N-ms
Passover is the meaning of this word, which refers to the Jewish festival or the animal sacrificed during it. It is first mentioned in Exodus 12:11.
Definition: Passover, 1a) sacrifice of passover 1b) animal victim of the passover 1c) festival of the passover Also named: pascha (πάσχα "Passover lamb" G3957)
Usage: Occurs in 46 OT verses. KJV: passover (offering). See also: Exodus 12:11; 2 Kings 23:21; Ezekiel 45:21.
יַעֲשׂ֥וּ
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
אֹתֽ/וֹ
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM | Suff
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.
Study Notes — Numbers 9:12
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- Numbers 9:12 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 9:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 9:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 9:12
- Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 9:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 9:12
- Cambridge Bible on Numbers 9:12
- Barnes' Notes on Numbers 9:12
- Sermons on Numbers 9:12
Context — The Second Passover
10“Tell the Israelites: ‘When any one of you or your descendants is unclean because of a dead body, or is away on a journey, he may still observe the Passover to the LORD.
11Such people are to observe it at twilight on the fourteenth day of the second month. They are to eat the lamb, together with unleavened bread and bitter herbs;
12they may not leave any of it until morning or break any of its bones. They must observe the Passover according to all its statutes.
13But if a man who is ceremonially clean and is not on a journey still fails to observe the Passover, he must be cut off from his people, because he did not present the LORD’s offering at its appointed time. That man will bear the consequences of his sin. 14If a foreigner dwelling among you wants to observe the Passover to the LORD, he is to do so according to the Passover statute and its ordinances. You are to apply the same statute to both the foreigner and the native of the land.’”Cross References
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| 1 | John 19:36 | Now these things happened so that the Scripture would be fulfilled: “Not one of His bones will be broken.” |
| 2 | Exodus 12:46 | It must be eaten inside one house. You are not to take any of the meat outside the house, and you may not break any of the bones. |
| 3 | Exodus 12:10 | Do not leave any of it until morning; before the morning you must burn up any part that is left over. |
| 4 | Exodus 12:43 | And the LORD said to Moses and Aaron, “This is the statute of the Passover: No foreigner is to eat of it. |
| 5 | Numbers 9:3 | You are to observe it at the appointed time, at twilight on the fourteenth day of this month, in accordance with its statutes and ordinances.” |
Numbers 9:12 Summary
This verse is teaching us about the importance of following God's instructions carefully and completely, just like the Israelites were told to observe the Passover according to all its statutes. It's like when we're given a special task to do, and we need to do it just right, without leaving anything out or making any mistakes (as seen in Exodus 12:10 and Deuteronomy 16:7). By following God's commands, we show that we love and respect Him, and that we're committed to doing things His way. This is an important lesson for us today, just as it was for the Israelites, and it can help us to grow in our faith and to please God.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was it important not to leave any of the Passover until morning?
This instruction was given to emphasize the significance of the Passover as a sacred meal, and to ensure that the Israelites treated it with the reverence and respect it deserved, as seen in Exodus 12:10 and Deuteronomy 16:7.
What is the significance of not breaking any of the lamb's bones?
The instruction not to break any of the lamb's bones may have symbolized the wholeness and perfection of the sacrifice, as well as foreshadowing the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who was crucified without having any of His bones broken, as mentioned in John 19:36 and Psalm 34:20.
How does this verse relate to the concept of obedience to God's commands?
This verse highlights the importance of obedience to God's commands, as the Israelites were instructed to observe the Passover according to all its statutes, demonstrating their commitment to following God's will, as seen in Deuteronomy 5:29 and 1 Samuel 15:22.
What does this verse teach us about the importance of tradition and ritual in our faith?
This verse teaches us that tradition and ritual can be meaningful and important in our faith, but they must be observed in a way that is consistent with God's commands and statutes, as seen in Matthew 15:3-6 and Colossians 2:16-17.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which I can demonstrate my commitment to following God's will in my own life, just as the Israelites were instructed to observe the Passover according to all its statutes?
- How can I balance the importance of tradition and ritual in my faith with the need to follow God's commands and statutes?
- What are some things in my life that I may be 'leaving until morning' or neglecting, and how can I prioritize them in a way that is pleasing to God?
- In what ways can I, like the Israelites, observe the Passover and other sacred rituals in a way that is meaningful and authentic, and that honors God's commands and statutes?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 9:12
They shall leave none of it unto the morning,.... None of the flesh of the passover lamb, what was left was to be burnt with fire, Exodus 12:10; nor break any bone of it; the same was enjoined, [See
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 9:12
And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 9:12
Leave none of it unto the morning, but either eat or burn it before that time.
Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 9:12
Numbers 9:12 They shall leave none of it unto the morning, nor break any bone of it: according to all the ordinances of the passover they shall keep it.Ver. 12. They shall leave none.] The Lord in his infinite wisdom would hereby prevent all occasions of idolatry, which is easily admitted in the reservations of holy things, as in Popery at this day.
Ellicott's Commentary on Numbers 9:12
(12) According to all the ordinances.—The word rendered ordinances is in the singular number: according to all the ordinance (or statute). The primary reference is probably to the law respecting the Paschal Lamb. According to Jewish tradition the feast was only observed for one day instead of seven, and it was not necessary to put away leaven.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 9:12
12. nor break a bone thereof] Cf. John 19:36.
Barnes' Notes on Numbers 9:12
According to all the ordinances - i. e. those relating to the Passover lamb, not those concerning the feast, for the Little Passover lasted, according to the Jews, only one day; nor was it held to be
Sermons on Numbers 9:12
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Celebration of the Passover by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the importance of keeping the commandments of God. He emphasizes the significance of the Passover celebration and how it serves as a re |
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Behold 05-Virgin Shall Concieve by Neil Dougal | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the four chains that should be present in our understanding of God's grace. He highlights the significance of the virgin b |
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The Righteous by Robert B. Thompson | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the challenges of being a school teacher and dealing with disruptive students. He emphasizes the importance of being a shining light in the |
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Confess Christ's Lordship by A.W. Tozer | Wayne Barber preaches on the powerful concept of 'Crush' as seen in Romans 16:20, emphasizing the complete destruction and shattering of Satan's strength and power. The verb 'Suntr |
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The Passover by Henry Law | Henry Law preaches on the significance of the Lord's Passover, reflecting on the night of Israel's deliverance from Egypt's bondage. The sermon emphasizes the importance of trustin |
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(Exodus) Exodus 12:3-4 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of the Passover and its significance for both the individual and the family. The Passover is a family celebration where the bl |
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A Day to Be Remembered by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of allowing God to take over and lead us into a new chapter in our lives. He encourages the audience to desire to leave behin |