Numbers 14:16

Because the LORD was not able to bring this people into the land which he sware unto them, therefore he hath slain them in the wilderness.

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Other Translations for Numbers 14:16

BSB

Because the LORD was unable to bring this people into the land He swore to give them, He has slaughtered them in the wilderness.'

AKJV

Because the LORD was not able to bring this people into the land which he swore to them, therefore he has slain them in the wilderness.

CPDV

He was not able to lead the people into the land about which he had sworn. Therefore, he slew them in the wilderness.'

ERV

Because the LORD was not able to bring this people into the land which he sware unto them, therefore he hath slain them in the wilderness.

NHEB

Because the LORD was not able to bring this people into the land which he swore to them, therefore he has slain them in the wilderness.'

SMT

Because Jehovah will not be able to bring in this people to the land which he sware to them, he will slay them in the desert.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Numbers 14:16

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Commentary for Numbers 14:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Numbers 14:16

Summary

Nations will claim God could not fulfill covenant

Place

Wilderness

Event

Moses warns of accusation against God's power

Estimated Time Period

c. 1400 BC