Numbers 14:12

"The LORD said to Moses, “How long will this people despise me? How long will they not believe in me, for all the signs which I have worked among them?"

Key Reflection

This passage highlights God's exasperation with the Israelites' persistent lack of faith despite numerous miraculous signs. It underscores the theme that true belief and trust in God require more than just witnessing wonders; they demand a deeper, enduring commitment to following His commands.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

And disinherit them -By the proposed extinction of Israel the blessings of the covenant would revert to their original donor.

More from Numbers 14

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46

Go deeper with Bible.talk - your AI Bible study companion