Mendenhall university of michigan t here seems to be a consensus among those who have treated of the census lists in the book of numbers since 1903, on at least. The results of the census of the 12 tribes of israel from. Like the other books of the pentateuch, its name in hebrew is taken from the first significant word in the book the fifth word in chapter 1, which also reflects its theme, the wilderness wanderings. Leviticus, which interrupts the flow of narration, consists almost entirely of legislation independent of historic precedentwith the exception of lev. Aug 20, 2018 census in the bible the book of numbers derives its name from the two recorded censuses made of the israelite people, one at the beginning of the 40year wilderness experience and one at the end. The mustering of the tribes gave an opportunity of passing from one group of documents to another, from one stage of the history to another. The israelites disobedience and lack of faith caused god to make them wander in the desert until all the people of that generation had diedwith a few important exceptions. Numbers takes the reader on a long and winding path through a desert of excruciating detail. These are those which were numbered of the children of israel by the house of their fathers. Numbers 1 new international version niv the census. If one understands the numbers to be literal and the men to represent about onefourth of the population, then the number of the israelites ranges from two to three million people 10. As to why the numbers match in both books, seven month apart, perhaps moses or a later editor of his writings was simply using the census number from the census taken later in the book of numbers as a reference from a future event to help readers understand who was included in paying for the tabernacle. It continues the story of that journey begun in exodus, and describes briefly the experiences of the israelites for a period of thirtyeight years, from the end of their encampment at sinai to their arrival at the border of the promised land.
Numbers 1 niv the census the lord spoke to moses in. To explain that the 38 year period in the wilderness was a consequence for the unbelief of the older generation dt 1. Download a text file containing the entire schedule b book. This count included men from every tribe except that of levi verse 47. Opening with an account of the census, the book of numbers evidently stood, from the first, quite distinct from the previous books as a composition or compilation.
We look into the literal, historical, prophetic, and pictorial aspects of these verses. Another census was ordered by god of the men who were over 20 years of age by family. Some of these codes can be used for imports as well, so theyre very versatile. If you select ascii file the one thats not compressed, the file will load in your browser like any web document. The book records census results for all twelve tribes not once, but twice. The results of the census of the 12 tribes of israel from the book of numbers 1. Old book and film numbers genealogy familysearch wiki. Book of numbers overview insight for living ministries. Numbers i and the lord spake unto moses in tire wilderness of sinai, saying, 2 take ye the sum of all the congregation of the children of israel, after their families, by the house of their fathers, with the number of their names, every male by their polls 3. Numbers in the picture study bible the book of numbers with. The english name of the book comes from the septuagint the prechristian greek translation of the ot and is based on the census lists found in chs. Oct 06, 2016 national archives research rooms are closed on monday, february 17, for washingtons birthday. Numbers with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. As with the exodus, it is difficult to establish the exact route that the israelites took, but it is generally believed that they headed east from mount sinai until they reached the red sea, where they turned northward to the top of the gulf and on to kadesh.
A genealogists guide to federal census facts, schedules and indexes. The book is called numbers because of the two censuses taken of the twelve tribes of israel during their journey towards the promised land, following the exodus from egypt. Numbers is a historical book, whose name refers to the two censuses which were taken to number the people. The levites were not included in the census, as god has other plans for them.
Do not, however, take a census of the levites, or register them with the other israelites, but enroll the levites to take charge of the dwelling where to testimony is and of all its furnishings and belongings. The book of numbers records two censuses of israelite males 20 years and olderi. The book of numbers derives its name from the account of the two censuses taken of the hebrew people, one near the beginning and the other toward the end of the journey in the wilderness chaps. Israel has been camping in the wilderness for a year now, and its time for them to be on the move. For the 1973 american crime film, see book of numbers film. Numbers 1 generation that grew up in the wilderness took place on the plains of moab. These are the codes used when filing the paperwork with customs when you export products overseas. The english name of the book comes from the septuagint the prechristian greek translation of the ot and is based on the census lists found in. The old gs genealogical society book and film numbers refer to a former catalog numbering system. There are a couple possible reasons to explain why god ordered a census of the people of israel in the book of numbers. Numbers 1 niv the census the lord spoke to moses in bible. In the book of numbers, we have two censuses taken of the militaryage men of israel. In chapter 1, we find a tally of the men of the first generation, those who came out of egypt with the exodus.
Census bureau released an interactive data hub and resource page in response to the covid19 pandemic. Exodus ends by relating the erection of the tabernacle on the first day. To help us count every child, we must involve parents, teachers, and administrators. A genealogists guide to federal census facts, schedules and indexes dollarhide, william, derheim, james a. God could have commanded the census to reveal his power in redeeming such a large number of people or to list those who were able to serve in war numbers 1. Please select the appropriate activity year for the address being geocoded. Jan 02, 2020 book of numbers bible survey who was aaron in the bible. The book of numbers takes its name from the account of the census that happened two times among the congregation of israel in numbers 14 and numbers 26. Museums in washington, dc, and at the presidential libraries will be open. Historically, children have been an undercounted population in our state. The book of numbers is the fourth book of the hebrew bible, and the fourth of five books of the jewish torah. To fillin the historical period from the exodus and sinai revelation to the preparations in moab to enter the promised land. The book of numbers takes its name from the account of the census that happened two times among.
Here are several ways to convert the old gs film numbers into the current family history library film numbers. From chapters 19 the israelites are preparing for their journey and entry into the promise land. Census in the bible the book of numbers derives its name from the two recorded censuses made of the israelite people, one at the beginning of the 40year wilderness experience and one at the end. Theyve been in this same spot for about a year and now theyre getting ready to start out on their journey to this land flowing with milk and honey that god keeps talking about. In chapter 26, we find a similar census taken of the men of the second generation, those about to. Numbers 1 nkjv the first census of israel now the bible. Numbers 1 niv bible the lord spoke to moses in the tent. The hebrew title of the book bemidbar, in the desert is more descriptive of its contents. The fourth book of the bible, called numbers in english and in hebrew, was originally known as. All the israelites twenty years old or more who were able to serve in israels army were counted according to their families.
One day we will be part of a great multitude which no man can number rev 7. The book of leviticus as well as the book of numbers follow immediately after the book of exodus. The results of the census of the 12 tribes of israel from the. The book of numbers receives its name from the two census accounts it includes, at the beginning and towards the end of the account. Census bureau released a new resource page to help federal agencies, businesses and communities make decisions. The book of numbers is composed of narrative, legislation, and archival records. They came through the red sea and saw god provide through the desert wilderness. This is the exact same place where the israelites have been hanging out since god freed them from slavery back in exodus. The hebrew title is more meaningful than the english, for the book picks up the account of the wilderness wandering after the arrival at sinai exod.
Numbers i and the lord spake unto moses in tire wilderness of sinai, saying, 2 take ye the sum of all the congregation of the children of israel, after their families, by the house of their fathers, with the number of their names, every male by their polls. Most of the events of the book are set in the wilderness. Intro to numbers biblica the international bible society. The census the lord spoke to moses in the tent of meeting in the desert of sinai on. Numbers 12 niv the census the lord spoke to moses in. Moses gives the nation orders for how the twelve tribes should position themselves as they camp and as they move through the. Aug, 2017 the book opens with moses taking a census of the people in israel. The book has a long and complex history, but its final form is. Numbers presents an account of the 38year period of israels wandering in the desert following the establishment of the covenant of sinai. This summary of the book of numbers provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of numbers. The book of numbers records two censuses of israelite males 20 years and older i. Numbers in the picture study bible the book of numbers. Select save from your browsers file menu, and save to file to your hard drive.
The book draws its name from the census made of the people, a necessary step toward their organization and future government. They were fivedigit numbers followed by a one to fourdigit part number. Census bureau released a new resource page to help federal agencies, businesses and. What is the difference between the ceremonial law, the moral law, and the judicial law in the old testament. The first census of all of the israelites men over twenty years old was taken to account for army two years after they had left egypt, with the total being 603,550, excluding the levites 22,273 who were assigned to take care of the tabernacle. Jesus in the book of numbers numbers is so named because of the 2 numberings of the wandering israelites ch 1,26. The system also provides census demographic information about a particular census tract, including income, population, and housing data. A chapter by chapter and verse by verse study of numbers taught by pastor paul leboutillier of calvary chapel ontario, oregon. The purpose of the book of numbers is to tell about how israel prepared to enter the promise land, but sinned and was punished. The tract definitions for 2016 data are based on the 2010 census, for 2017 and 2018 data is based on the 2015 census.
Interesting facts about numbers barnes bible charts meaning. The theme of descendants marks the first event in numbers, the census of israels fighting men. This is the first of several censuses which will be taken in the book of numbers. It describes moses taking two population censuses, hence the name numbers. Jan 26, 2017 a chapter by chapter and verse by verse study of numbers taught by pastor paul leboutillier of calvary chapel ontario, oregon. Book of numbers bible survey who was aaron in the bible. It continues the story of that journey begun in exodus, and describes briefly the experiences of the israelites for a. This toolkit includes tailored support materials and resources, which will be key in. Its narrative begins at the point where exodus leaves off.
An enumeration district, as used by the bureau of the census, was an area that could be covered by a single enumerator census taker in one census period. In chapter 26, we find a similar census taken of the men of the second generation, those about to enter the promised land of canaan. The first census begins the book and was taken in the sinai desert in the year following the exodus. Census bureau releases interactive data hub in response to covid19 the u.