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Numbers 32:23 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Numbers 32:23 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Numbers chapter 32 verse 23 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But if ye will not do so, behold, ye have sinned against the LORD: and be sure your sin will find you out.”
Numbers 32:23 (KJV)
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Commentary on Numbers 32:23
Moses warns the tribes of Reuben and Gad who wish to settle east of the Jordan: 'be sure your sin will find you out.' This principle establishes that sin inevitably faces exposure and consequences. The context was their request to remain in the conquered Transjordan rather than crossing over to help conquer western Canaan. Moses initially feared they were repeating the Kadesh-barnea rebellion, refusing to enter the Promised Land and discouraging others. After they promised to fight alongside the other tribes before settling their own land, Moses conditionally approved but warned that failing t...
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Cross-References for Numbers 32:23
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“and our sins testify against us; for our transgressions are with us”
“but prosperity rewards the righteous.”
“What will we tell my lord? What will we speak? Or how will we clear ourselves? God has found out the iniquity of your servants. Behold, we are my lord's bondservants, both we, and he also in whose hand the cup is found.”
“our secret sins in the light of your presence.”
“until the Lord comes”
“on every soul of man who works evil”
“will it not be lifted up? If you don't do well”
“if you will not listen to the voice of Yahweh your God”
“Woe unto the wicked! it shall be ill with him: for the reward of his hands shall be given him.”
“Yahweh's hand is not shortened”