Numbers 33:38

French NFC 2019 (Nouvelle Français Courant)

Sur l'ordre du Seigneur, le prêtre Aaron monta sur la montagne de Hor. Il mourut là, à l'âge de 123 ans, le premier jour du cinquième mois, quarante ans après que les Israélites eurent quitté l'Égypte.

What Does This Mean?

This verse tells us that Aaron, the priest, went up Mount Hor as God commanded. He died there in the fortieth year after the Israelites left Egypt. The date was the first day of the fifth month. This marks the end of Aaron's life and service to God.

Explained for Children

Imagine a big mountain called Mount Hor. Aaron, who was like the leader of the church for the Israelites, went up this mountain because God told him to. He climbed up there and then he went to heaven. This happened a long time after the Israelites left Egypt, almost 40 years later.

Historical Background

This verse is part of the Book of Numbers, written by Moses around 1400 BC. It records the journey of the Israelites from Egypt to the Promised Land. The audience was the Israelites, and the cultural context was a nomadic people being led by God through the wilderness.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this can remind us of the importance of obeying God even in difficult circumstances. Imagine a leader in your community who, despite challenges, continues to follow God's commands, eventually reaching a place of rest and peace.

Topics

• leadership
• obedience
• death
• God's commandments
• Israelite exodus
• priesthood

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 10:6
• Numbers 20:22-29
• Joshua 24:33
• Acts 7:40
• Hebrews 3:5

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Aaron go up Mount Hor?

Aaron went up Mount Hor because God commanded him to do so. This was a significant moment that marked the end of his priestly ministry.

What was Aaron's role in the Israelites' journey?

Aaron was the high priest and a leader of the Israelites. He represented the people before God and helped guide them through their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land.

How old was Aaron when he died?

The Bible does not explicitly state Aaron's age at death, but given the timeline, he was likely around 123 years old.

How does Aaron's death relate to the overall story of the Israelites?

Aaron's death is part of the larger narrative of the Israelites' journey, showing the transition of leadership as they prepare to enter the Promised Land under a new leader.