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Numbers 11:25 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Numbers 11:25 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Numbers chapter 11 verse 25 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And the LORD came down in a cloud, and spake unto him, and took of the spirit that was upon him, and gave it unto the seventy elders : and it came to pass, that, when the spirit rested upon them, they prophesied, and did not cease.”
Numbers 11:25 (KJV)
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Commentary on Numbers 11:25
The theophany 'And the LORD came down in a cloud' demonstrates divine initiative in empowering leadership. The cloud represents God's glory and presence (Exodus 13:21; 40:34-38), and its descent indicates special divine intervention. God didn't merely approve Moses' organizational plan but actively participated in commissioning the elders. This teaches that genuine spiritual leadership requires divine calling and empowerment, not merely human appointment or natural ability.The remarkable statement 'and took of the spirit that was upon him, and gave it unto the seventy elders' describes the dis...
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Cross-References for Numbers 11:25
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“and will put it on them; and they shall bear the burden of the people with you”
“and stood at the door of the Tent”
“and earnestly desire spiritual gifts”
“behold”
“being moved by the Holy Spirit.”
“and Samuel standing as head over them”
“says God”
“where is the garrison of the Philistines: and it shall happen”
“they said”