Numbers 20:20

And he said, Thou shalt not go through. And Edom came out against him with much people, and with a strong hand.

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Other Translations for Numbers 20:20

BSB
But Edom insisted, "You may not pass through." And they came out to confront the Israelites with a large army and a strong hand.
AKJV
And he said, You shall not go through. And Edom came out against him with much people, and with a strong hand.
CPDV
But he answered, "You shall not cross." And immediately he went out to meet them with a countless multitude and a strong hand;
ERV
And he said, Thou shalt not pass through. And Edom came out against him with much people, and with a strong hand.
NHEB
He said, "You shall not pass through." Edom came out against him with many people, and with a strong hand.
SMT
And he will say, Thou shalt not pass through. And Edom will come forth to his meeting with a heavy people, and with a strong hand.

Commentary for Numbers 20:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Numbers 20:20
Summary
Military confrontation occurs as kingdom forcibly opposes passage
Place
Edom
Event
Edom mobilizes military forces
Estimated Time Period
c. 1400 BC
Category
Narrative