Numbers 16:2

And they rose up before Moses, with certain of the children of Israel, two hundred and fifty princes of the assembly, famous in the congregation, men of renown:

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Other Translations for Numbers 16:2

BSB
a rebellion against Moses, along with 250 men of Israel renowned as leaders of the congregation and representatives in the assembly.
AKJV
And they rose up before Moses, with certain of the children of Israel, two hundred and fifty princes of the assembly, famous in the congregation, men of renown:
CPDV
rose up against Moses, with two hundred fifty others of the sons of Israel, leading men of the assembly, and who, at the time of a council, would be called by name.
ERV
and they rose up before Moses, with certain of the children of Israel, two hundred and fifty princes of the congregation, called to the assembly, men of renown:
NHEB
and they rose up before Moses, with certain of the children of Israel, two hundred fifty leaders of the congregation, called to the assembly, men of renown;
SMT
And they will rise up before Moses, and men from the sons of Israel, fifty and two hundred chiefs of the assembly, called by appointment, and men of name:

Commentary for Numbers 16:2

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Overview of Numbers 16:2
Summary
Prominent community members rise against Moses
Place
Wilderness
Event
Revolt initiated publicly
Estimated Time Period
c. 1400 BC
Category
Narrative