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Numbers 11:17 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Numbers 11:17 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Numbers chapter 11 verse 17 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And I will come down and talk with thee there: and I will take of the spirit which is upon thee, and will put it upon them; and they shall bear the burden of the people with thee, that thou bear it not thyself alone.”
Numbers 11:17 (KJV)
Commentary on Numbers 11:17
God's promise to 'take of the spirit which is upon thee, and will put it upon them' reveals that leadership ability is a divine gift, not merely natural talent. The Spirit's distribution did not diminish Moses' portion (as physical division would) but multiplied Spirit-empowerment to others. This demonstrates the Holy Spirit's sufficiency for all God calls to service. The phrase 'they shall bear the burden with thee' shows that Spirit-enabled ministry involves sharing responsibility, preventing burnout and fostering community leadership.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Numbers 11:17
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“and you shall prophesy with them”
“and spoke to him”
“but the same Spirit.”
“not the spirit of the world”
“when they had gone over”
“they said”
“if it is so that the Spirit of God dwells in you. But if any man doesn't have the Spirit of Christ”
“and to those who turn from disobedience in Jacob”
“but every small matter they shall judge themselves. So shall it be easier for you”