Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Numbers 27:20 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Numbers 27:20 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Numbers chapter 27 verse 20 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And thou shalt put some of thine honour upon him, that all the congregation of the children of Israel may be obedient.”
Numbers 27:20 (KJV)
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Commentary on Numbers 27:20
God's instruction 'thou shalt put some of thine honour upon him' indicates transfer of authority from Moses to Joshua. The Hebrew hod (honour/majesty) suggests more than respect—it conveys authoritative dignity. However, the phrase 'some of thine honour' shows Joshua would not equal Moses (Deuteronomy 34:10). Moses' unique mediatorial role as lawgiver would not be replicated. This teaches that ministerial authority can be transferred while recognizing unique, unrepeatable roles. Apostolic authority similarly transferred to subsequent elders, though none equal the original apostles' foundationa...
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Cross-References for Numbers 27:20
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“saying”
“that when he had turned his back to go from Samuel”
“and you shall prophesy with them”
“and prospered; and all Israel obeyed him.”
“they said”
“when they had gone over”
“and will put it on them; and they shall bear the burden of the people with you”
“and bestowed on him such royal majesty as had not been on any king before him in Israel.”
“the minister of Moses”