Numbers 16:5

Arabic SVD 1865 Version (Smith and Van Dyke)

ثم كلم قورح وجميع قومه قائلا غدا يعلن الرب من هو له ومن المقدس حتى يقرّبه اليه. فالذي يختاره يقرّبه اليه.

What Does This Mean?

Moses is speaking to Korah and his followers, telling them that God will reveal the next day who is truly His chosen one. Moses says God will show who is holy and who He will allow to come near to Him.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game, and the teacher says they will find out who is the best player tomorrow. Moses is telling Korah and his friends that God will show tomorrow who He likes best and who He wants to be close to Him.

Historical Background

The book of Numbers was written by Moses around 1446-1406 BC. This verse is part of the story of Korah's rebellion against Moses' leadership. The audience was the Israelites, and it was set during their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land.

Living It Out Today

In a modern context, this verse can be applied to a situation where someone doubts the leadership of a group or organization. It reminds us to trust that God will reveal who truly represents Him, and not to judge based on appearances.

Topics

• leadership
• trust
• God's choice
• holiness
• rebellion
• faith

Related Verses

• Exodus 33:12-17
• 1 Samuel 16:7
• 1 Corinthians 4:4-5
• Hebrews 3:1-6
• Psalm 25:14

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean when Moses says God will show who are his and who is holy?

It means God will reveal who truly belongs to Him and who is spiritually pure, setting them apart from others.

Why is Moses speaking to Korah and his company?

Korah and his followers were challenging Moses' authority, so Moses is addressing them to assert God's sovereignty and choice.

How can we apply this verse in our daily lives?

We can trust that God knows who He has chosen and will reveal it in His time, so we should not judge others but trust in His choices.

What can we learn about leadership from this verse?

Leadership is not about personal ambition but being chosen and guided by God, and true leaders trust in God's plan and timing.