Numbers 14:37

Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))

فماتَ أُولٰئِكَ الرِّجالُ المُشَنِّعونَ على الأَرضِ بِضَربَةٍ أَمامَ الرَّبّ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Numbers tells us that the men who brought back bad reports about the Promised Land died because of God's punishment. They faced the consequences of their negative words.

Explained for Children

Imagine you and your friends are planning a fun trip to a new playground. But some of your friends say it's not fun and scary. Later, those friends who said bad things got a tummy ache. This verse is like that, but much more serious. The people who said bad things about the new land got very sick because of it.

Historical Background

The book of Numbers was written by Moses around 1400 BC. It was for the Israelites who were wandering in the desert. The cultural setting was one of faith and testing by God, as they prepared to enter the Promised Land.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you're part of a project at work, and some team members speak negatively about its success. These words can demoralize the team and affect the project's outcome. Just like those men, your words have consequences and can impact the team's morale and success.

Topics

• consequences
• faith
• punishment
• promised land
• negative influence
• divine intervention

Related Verses

• Joshua 14:6
• Joshua 14:10
• Psalm 106:24
• Hebrews 3:16
• 1 Corinthians 10:10

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the men who died accused of?

They were accused of spreading negative reports about the Promised Land, which discouraged the Israelites from entering it.

Why did they die?

They died because God punished them for their unfaithfulness and for spreading false and discouraging reports about the land.

Can we apply this to modern times?

Yes, we can apply the principle that our words have consequences and can influence others, much like the words of those men influenced the Israelites.

What does this teach us about faith?

This teaches us that faith is crucial, and doubt and negativity can lead to dire consequences, highlighting the importance of trust in God's promises.