King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And set him before Eleazar the priest, and before all the congregation; and give him a charge in their sight.
Complete Jewish Bible:
Put him in front of El'azar the cohen and the whole community, and commission him in their sight.
Berean Standard Bible:
Have him stand before Eleazar the priest and the whole congregation, and commission him in their sight.
American Standard Version:
and set him before Eleazar the priest, and before all the congregation; and give him a charge in their sight.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And set{H5975} him before{H6440} Eleazar{H499} the priest{H3548}, and before{H6440} all the congregation{H5712}; and give him a charge{H6680} in their sight{H5869}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Deuteronomy 3:28
- But charge Joshua, and encourage him, and strengthen him: for he shall go over before this people, and he shall cause them to inherit the land which thou shalt see.
Deuteronomy 31:23
- And he gave Joshua the son of Nun a charge, and said, Be strong and of a good courage: for thou shalt bring the children of Israel into the land which I sware unto them: and I will be with thee.
Deuteronomy 31:7
- And Moses called unto Joshua, and said unto him in the sight of all Israel, Be strong and of a good courage: for thou must go with this people unto the land which the LORD hath sworn unto their fathers to give them; and thou shalt cause them to inherit it.
Deuteronomy 31:8
- And the LORD, he [it is] that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.
Luke 10:2
- Therefore said he unto them, The harvest truly [is] great, but the labourers [are] few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his harvest.
Luke 10:11
- Even the very dust of your city, which cleaveth on us, we do wipe off against you: notwithstanding be ye sure of this, that the kingdom of God is come nigh unto you.
Colossians 4:17
- And say to Archippus, Take heed to the ministry which thou hast received in the Lord, that thou fulfil it.
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Commentary for Numbers 27:19
1. **Theme of Leadership Transition**: Numbers 27:19 is part of the narrative concerning the transfer of leadership from Moses to Joshua. The verse highlights the public investiture of Joshua as the new leader of the Israelites, emphasizing the importance of a formal transition in the presence of the community and its religious leaders.
2. **Theme of Divine Authority**: The instruction to Moses to set Joshua before Eleazar the priest and the congregation underscores the divine sanction of Joshua's leadership. It reflects the theme that authority comes from God and is to be acknowledged and respected by the people.
3. **Theme of Mentorship and Responsibility**: Moses is to give Joshua a charge, which implies both a public commissioning and the imparting of wisdom and responsibility. This act of mentorship is crucial for the continuity of leadership and the success of the community's future endeavors.
4. **Historical Context**: The event occurs during the Israelites' wandering in the wilderness, nearing the end of their 40-year journey. Moses has been informed by God that he will not enter the Promised Land due to his earlier disobedience. Therefore, the selection and public acknowledgment of Joshua as his successor is a pivotal moment, ensuring that the Israelites will have guidance as they prepare to enter and conquer Canaan.
5. **Legal and Religious Procedure**: The verse also reflects the legal and religious procedures of the time, where the presence of the high priest (Eleazar) and the assembly (congregation) is necessary to validate and sanctify the leadership transition in accordance with God's law.
In summary, Numbers 27:19 encapsulates the themes of divinely ordained leadership, the importance of public acknowledgment in community and religious affairs, the process of mentorship, and the historical significance of ensuring continuity of leadership as the Israelites stand on the brink of a new era in their history.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H5975
There are 495 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָמַד
Transliteration: ʻâmad
Pronunciation: aw-mad'
Description: a primitive root; to stand, in various relations (literal and figurative, intransitive and transitive); abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry. - Strong's Number: H6440
There are 1890 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פָּנִים
Transliteration: pânîym
Pronunciation: paw-neem'
Description: plural (but always as singular) of an unused noun פָּנֶה; from פָּנָה); the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposition (before, etc.); [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. - Strong's Number: H499
There are 123 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֶלְעָזָר
Transliteration: ʼElʻâzâr
Pronunciation: el-aw-zawr'
Description: from אֵל and עָזַר; God (is) helper; Elazar, the name of seven Israelites; Eleazar. - Strong's Number: H3548
There are 653 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כֹּהֵן
Transliteration: kôhên
Pronunciation: ko-hane'
Description: active participle of כָּהַן; literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman); chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer. - Strong's Number: H5712
There are 140 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֵדָה
Transliteration: ʻêdâh
Pronunciation: ay-daw'
Description: feminine of עֵד in the original sense of fixture; a stated assemblage (specifically, a concourse, or generally, a family or crowd); assembly, company, congregation, multitude, people, swarm. Compare עֵדָה. - Strong's Number: H6680
There are 475 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: צָוָה
Transliteration: tsâvâh
Pronunciation: tsaw-vaw'
Description: a primitive root; (intensively) to constitute, enjoin; appoint, (for-) bid, (give a) charge, (give a, give in, send with) command(-er, -ment), send a messenger, put, (set) in order. - Strong's Number: H5869
There are 830 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עַיִן
Transliteration: ʻayin
Pronunciation: ah'-yin
Description: probably a primitive word; an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape); affliction, outward appearance, [phrase] before, [phrase] think best, colour, conceit, [phrase] be content, countenance, [phrase] displease, eye((-brow), (-d), -sight), face, [phrase] favour, fountain, furrow (from the margin), [idiom] him, [phrase] humble, knowledge, look, ([phrase] well), [idiom] me, open(-ly), [phrase] (not) please, presence, [phrase] regard, resemblance, sight, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them, [phrase] think, [idiom] us, well, [idiom] you(-rselves).