King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Ye shall have one law for him that sinneth through ignorance, [both for] him that is born among the children of Israel, and for the stranger that sojourneth among them.
Complete Jewish Bible:
no matter whether he is a citizen of Isra'el or a foreigner living with them. You are to have one law for whoever it is that does something wrong by mistake.
Berean Standard Bible:
You shall have the same law for the one who acts in error, whether he is a native-born Israelite or a foreigner residing among you.
American Standard Version:
Ye shall have one law for him that doeth aught unwittingly, for him that is home-born among the children of Israel, and for the stranger that sojourneth among them.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Ye shall have one{H259} law{H8451} for him that sinneth{H6213} through ignorance{H7684}, both for him that is born{H249} among the children{H1121} of Israel{H3478}, and for the stranger{H1616} that sojourneth{H1481} among{H8432} them.
Cross-References (KJV):
Numbers 15:15
- One ordinance [shall be both] for you of the congregation, and also for the stranger that sojourneth [with you], an ordinance for ever in your generations: as ye [are], so shall the stranger be before the LORD.
Numbers 9:14
- And if a stranger shall sojourn among you, and will keep the passover unto the LORD; according to the ordinance of the passover, and according to the manner thereof, so shall he do: ye shall have one ordinance, both for the stranger, and for him that was born in the land.
Leviticus 17:15
- And every soul that eateth that which died [of itself], or that which was torn [with beasts, whether it be] one of your own country, or a stranger, he shall both wash his clothes, and bathe [himself] in water, and be unclean until the even: then shall he be clean.
Leviticus 16:29
- ¶ And [this] shall be a statute for ever unto you: [that] in the seventh month, on the tenth [day] of the month, ye shall afflict your souls, and do no work at all, [whether it be] one of your own country, or a stranger that sojourneth among you:
Romans 3:29
- [Is he] the God of the Jews only? [is he] not also of the Gentiles? Yes, of the Gentiles also:
Romans 3:30
- Seeing [it is] one God, which shall justify the circumcision by faith, and uncircumcision through faith.
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Commentary for Numbers 15:29
1. **Themes:**
- **Equality Under the Law:** The verse emphasizes that the same legal standards apply to both native-born Israelites and non-Israelites residing among them. This reflects the principle that justice should be impartial and that the law is universally applicable.
- **Atonement for Unintentional Sins:** The broader context of Numbers 15 deals with various offerings, including those for unintentional sins. This verse specifically addresses the law concerning atonement for sins committed unintentionally, indicating that forgiveness is available to all under the law, regardless of their birth.
- **Inclusivity of Law:** The inclusion of the "stranger" (ger in Hebrew, often referring to a resident alien) in the legal framework suggests a degree of inclusivity within Israelite society. It implies that those who live within the community are expected to follow its moral and religious codes.
2. **Historical Context:**
- **Wilderness Period:** Numbers 15 is set during the Israelites' wandering in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt and before their entry into the Promised Land. This period was crucial for establishing the religious, social, and legal structures that would define Israelite society.
- **Covenant Community:** The Israelites were in the process of forming a covenant community under God's guidance, with laws and rituals that were to shape their national identity. The instructions given in this book were part of the laws that God gave to Moses for the people.
- **Preparation for Settlement:** As the Israelites prepared to settle in Canaan, the laws provided in Numbers, including those pertaining to sacrifices and offerings, were intended to guide their religious practice and social conduct in the new land.
In summary, Numbers 15:29 reflects the themes of legal equality, the availability of atonement for unintentional sins, and the inclusivity of Israelite law for both Israelites and resident aliens. It is set against the backdrop of the Israelites' formative years in the wilderness, as they transitioned from a group of former slaves to a nation with a distinct legal and religious identity.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H259
There are 801 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֶחָד
Transliteration: ʼechâd
Pronunciation: ekh-awd'
Description: a numeral from אָחַד; properly, united, i.e. one; or (as an ordinal) first; a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, - Strong's Number: H8451
There are 213 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: תּוֹרָה
Transliteration: tôwrâh
Pronunciation: to-raw'
Description: or תֹּרָה; from יָרָה; a precept or statute, especially the Decalogue or Pentateuch; law. - Strong's Number: H6213
There are 2286 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָשָׂה
Transliteration: ʻâsâh
Pronunciation: aw-saw'
Description: a primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application; accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. - Strong's Number: H7684
There are 18 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שְׁגָגָה
Transliteration: shᵉgâgâh
Pronunciation: sheg-aw-gaw'
Description: from שָׁגַג; a mistake or inadvertent transgression; error, ignorance, at unawares; unwittingly. - Strong's Number: H249
There are 317 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֶזְרָח
Transliteration: ʼezrâch
Pronunciation: ez-rawkh'
Description: from זָרַח (in the sense of springing up); a spontaneous growth, i.e. native (tree or persons); bay tree, (home-) born (in the land), of the (one's own) country (nation). - Strong's Number: H1121
There are 3654 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בֵּן
Transliteration: bên
Pronunciation: bane
Description: from בָּנָה; a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition, etc., (like father or brother), etc.); [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. - Strong's Number: H3478
There are 2229 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יִשְׂרָאֵל
Transliteration: Yisrâʼêl
Pronunciation: yis-raw-ale'
Description: from שָׂרָה and אֵל; he will rule as God; Jisrael, a symbolical name of Jacob; also (typically) of his posterity; Israel. - Strong's Number: H1616
There are 83 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גֵּר
Transliteration: gêr
Pronunciation: gare
Description: or (fully) geyr (gare); from גּוּר; properly, a guest; by implication, a foreigner; alien, sojourner, stranger. - Strong's Number: H1481
There are 94 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גּוּר
Transliteration: gûwr
Pronunciation: goor
Description: a primitive root; properly, to turn aside from the road (for a lodging or any other purpose), i.e. sojourn (as a guest); also to shrink, fear (as in a strange place); also to gather forhostility (as afraid); abide, assemble, be afraid, dwell, fear, gather (together), inhabitant, remain, sojourn, stand in awe, (be) stranger, [idiom] surely. - Strong's Number: H8432
There are 390 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: תָּוֶךְ
Transliteration: tâvek
Pronunciation: taw'-vek
Description: from an unused root meaning to sever; a bisection, i.e. (by implication) the centre; among(-st), [idiom] between, half, [idiom] (there-, where-), in(-to), middle, mid(-night), midst (among), [idiom] out (of), [idiom] through, [idiom] with(-in).