Here is an introduction to the book of numbers and part of the purpose for which this book was written. We hope that you will come to know and love him deeply. The blue letter bible ministry and the blb institute hold to the historical, conservative christian faith, which includes a firm belief in the inerrancy of scripture. Numbers is the fourth of five books commonly called the pentateuch genesis through deuteronomy.
Outline of the book with questions for each section. It reminds believers of the spiritual warfare in which they are engaged, for numbers is the book of the service and walk of gods people. Name numbers comes to our english bibles from the septuagint. An introduction to the book of numbers from the bible. This is a selftest on chapters 1 11 of the book of numbers. The order of these books is different in the christian old testament. This is the word assigned by the lxx the septuagint a greek translation of the ot, due to the two numberings of the people in chapter 1 and 26. The people complain, miriam and aaron oppose moses, and the people refuse to enter canaan because of the reports of the unfaithful spies numbers 10. Where does moses count the number of people as told by god. The levites are exempted for the service of the lord. Outline of genesis outline of exodus outline of leviticus outline of numbers outline of deuteronomy outline of.
The book of numbers describes the numbering of gods people. The levites are given to the priests instead of the firstborn. The english name of the book comes from the septuagint the prechristian greek translation of the ot and is based on the census lists found in. This summary of the book of numbers provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of numbers. Jesus christs life from the virgin birth to his ministry, crucifixion, and resurrection is the basis for the four gospels the books of matthew, mark, luke, and john. Biblenotes the entire holy bible is summarized with easy. Fitting out the nation israel for wilderness march, chapters 18 preparation. The book draws its name from the census made of the people, a necessary step toward their organization and future government. Outline of the book of numbers childrens bible study. Brian yeagers sermons, sermon outlines, church of christ, bible truths, baptism, simple bible studies outline of the book of numbers brian yeagers outlines. Numbers is a graphic account of gods plan, power, punishment, patience, and providence for his covenant people. Camp organization, tribes, priests and levites, vows, joshua and caleb, balaam and the donkey. The first census was completed while the israelites were still at mount sinai chapters 12, and the second one came 38 years later when they arrived at the borders of canaan at the end of their wanderings in the wilderness chapter 26. Numbers is a historical book, whose name refers to the two censuses which were taken to number the people.
Numbers follows moses and israels journey from the foot of mount. Paul teaches that the events in numbers are recorded for our. Numbers bible study outline contents by chapter and verse. It begins at mount sinai and continues through 4 periods of time until the last encampment at moab. That title reflects the two censuses god took of his people. Title appropriately, the hebrew title of the book, taken from the first verse, means in the desert of, because of the book records the history of the israelites in their. The book of numbers is the fourth book of the hebrew bible, and the fourth of five books of the. Outline of biblerelated topics bible book bible portal. Brian yeagers sermons, sermon outlines, church of christ, bible truths, baptism, simple bible studies. The above outline is from nelsons complete book of bible maps and charts, pp.
May you grow ever closer to him as you read his letter to you. Our overview and outline of numbers is intended to help you study gods word. The principle divisions of the book are as follows. The events described here took place in nineteen days. Every book of the bible outlined in section headings.
The content of numbers according to the kjv bible scriptures contains a short overview of the main subjects, people, events and ancient topics in the following summary of the kjv bible scriptures. Malick received a masters of theology in bible exposition, with honors, from dallas theological seminary in 1984. Some have proposed that this title was chosen by someone with a. What appears to be a state of meanness by god is actually. Because israel were counted twice in chapter 1 and 26. Moses song, which sets forth gods mercy and vengeance 46. The census of israel totals 603,550, exempting levites 1. Before you attempt to answer the questions below you should read these chapters in the bible and answer the questions at the end of each chapter found at the website answer the questions below and then click ok to submit your answers. Introduction to the book of numbers agape bible study.
The book of numbers derives its name from the account of the two censuses taken of the hebrew people, one near the beginning and the other toward the end of the journey in the wilderness chaps. This summary of the book of numbers provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the. The book of numbers demonstrates that god is directly involved in the life of his people. The israelites disobedience and lack of faith caused god to make them wander in the desert until all the people of that generation had diedwith a few important exceptions. Book of numbers overview insight for living ministries. Bible topics naves topical bible concordance international standard bible encyclopedia mcclintock and strong biblical cyclopedia online kjv text kjv dictionary. In chapters 12, we have the first numbering of those 20 years and older able to go to war, a total of 603,550. Free old testament study guides and bible class books. It continues the story of that journey begun in exodus, and describes briefly the experiences of the israelites for a period of thirtyeight years, from the. Numbers lesson 1 time line from the first passover in egypt to the end of the events recorded in the book of numbers. By gene mccarty this book gets its name from the numbering of the people of israel and covers a period of about 40 years.
Its not until the book of numbers that they resume their journey to the promised landand that journey isnt completed until the book of joshua. Each volume has the scripture passages written out, a sermon outline that is listed in a parallel column, commentary that provides important background information, thoughts for illustration, and others scripture. Daughters of zelophehad claim possession of their father. Outline of the book of numbers israel prepares for the journey to the promised land numbers 1. On this blog i have shared charts and studies on the books of. Numbers, hebrew bemidbar in the wilderness, also called the fourth book of moses, the fourth book of the bible.
There are many lessons to be learned from this book. But numbers and the rest of the pentateuch were cast in the form of a unified, fivevolume book sometime between the days of joshua and the elders of israel josh. The events of the book began in the second year after the israelites departed egypt. The message of the book of numbers, is universal and timeless. Reproof, rebuke, correction and instruction in righteousness is prevalent throughout this book. The english title is a translation of the septuagint greek title referring to the numbering of the tribes of israel in chapters 14. Synopsis of the book of numbers a jet tour thru numbers i. In this time a census was taken of all men who were over twenty and who could serve in military efforts 14. Preparing for the lords battle outline of numbers 6 the bible teaching commentary paul j. The bible is almost silent on the intervening 38 years. Most of the events of the book of numbers take place in the wilderness, between the second and fortieth years of the wandering of the israelites.
In 2003, he earned his juris doctorate, magna cum laude, from capital university law school, where he received the order of the curia. If you are looking for bible study topics follow the link to our bible study page. Numbers the book of numbers details the time from the exodus of gods people from egypt when they wandered in the desert for a period of thirtyeight years as they were being prepared to enter the promised land. The last chapters of the bible number the city limits of the new jerusalem, the gates of pearl, and the bejeweled foundations of the heavenly home. Numbers outline preparing for the lords battle the. The book of numbers was written between 1440 and 1400 b. Numbers bible study outlinecontents by chapter and verse. The two possible reasons for the different number would be.
This introduction to the book of numbers reports on the title, author, date, contents, theological teaching, structure, and outline. Overview big idea basic outline why study the book notable quotes gospel introduction material various gospel presentations and helpful booklets to explain the overall christian message and answer questions about the bibles veracity. Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible. Go through the letter again in comparison with your paragraph titles and see if you can find any paragraphs that are of similar content. Its a vital part of the torah, israels fivepart origin story and the foundation of the bible. Construct a master outline of 1 thessalonians based on your study thus far. Moses delivers the book of the law to the levites to keep 28. Study and discussion questions for book of numbers by phd students from stanford, harvard, berkeley. Book of numbers encyclopedia of the bible bible gateway. To learn what the bible has to say on a variety of issues affecting our everyday lives, choose from the complete list of topics below. Day one, day two, day threeso on throughout the chronicle of creation. The book of numbers is so named because it contains two numberings of the children of israel. The offerings illustrate the abiding preciousness of christ, what god thinks of.
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