Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Numbers 31:2 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Numbers 31:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Numbers chapter 31 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Avenge the children of Israel of the Midianites: afterward shalt thou be gathered unto thy people.”
Numbers 31:2 (KJV)
Commentary on Numbers 31:2
God commands Moses to 'avenge the children of Israel of the Midianites' for their role in the Baal-Peor incident (Num 25). This divine judgment demonstrates God's holy hatred of sin and protection of His covenant people. The Hebrew 'naqam' (avenge) indicates righteous retribution, not personal revenge. Significantly, this is Moses' final military act before death - the leader who interceded for Israel numerous times must execute judgment on those who led Israel into idolatry and immorality. This foreshadows Christ who combines perfect mercy with perfect justice, saving His people while judging...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Numbers 31:2
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“you also shall be gathered to your people”
“saying”
“who was slain with the Midianite woman”
“who didn't know Yahweh”
“saying”
“one of the children of Israel came and brought to his brothers a Midianite woman in the sight of Moses”
“because you rebelled against my word at the waters of Meribah.”
“and filled the troughs to water their father's flock.”
“Vengeance belongs to me, says the Lord”
“Yahweh of Armies”