New American Standard Bible 2020
Numbers 6:24
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Context of Numbers 6:24
22Then the Lord spoke to Moses, saying, 23“Speak to Aaron and to his sons, saying, ‘In this way you shall bless the sons of Israel. You are to say to them: The Lord bless you, and keep you; 25The Lord cause His face to shine on you, And be gracious to you; 26The Lord lift up His face to you, And give you peace.’
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יְבָרֶכְךָ֥ יְהוָ֖ה וְיִשְׁמְרֶֽךָ׃ סRead the interlinear
Cross-references for Numbers 6:24
- Ruth 2:4Now behold, Boaz came from Bethlehem and said to the reapers, “May the Lord be with you.” And they said to him, “May the Lord bless you.”
- Psalms 134:3May the Lord bless you from Zion, He who made heaven and earth.
- 1 Corinthians 14:16For otherwise, if you bless God in the spirit only, how will the one who occupies the place of the outsider know to say the “Amen” at your giving of thanks, since he does not understand what you are saying?
- Ephesians 6:24Grace be with all those who love our Lord Jesus Christ with incorruptible love.
- Philippians 4:23The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.
- Revelation 1:4John to the seven churches that are in Asia: Grace to you and peace from Him who is, and who was, and who is to come, and from the seven spirits who are before His throne,
- Psalms 91:11For He will give His angels orders concerning you, To protect you in all your ways.
- Psalms 121:4Behold, He who watches over Israel Will neither slumber nor sleep.
- Isaiah 27:3I, the Lord, am its keeper; I water it every moment. So that no one will damage it, I guard it night and day.
- Isaiah 42:6“I am the Lord, I have called You in righteousness, I will also hold You by the hand and watch over You, And I will appoint You as a covenant to the people, As a light to the nations,
- John 17:11I am no longer going to be in the world; and yet they themselves are in the world, and I am coming to You. Holy Father, keep them in Your name, the name which You have given Me, so that they may be one just as We are.
- Philippians 4:7And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
- 1 Thessalonians 5:23Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you entirely; and may your spirit and soul and body be kept complete, without blame at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
- 1 Peter 1:5who are protected by the power of God through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.
- Jude 1:24Now to Him who is able to protect you from stumbling, and to make you stand in the presence of His glory, blameless with great joy,
Commentaries on Numbers 6:24
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary · v. 24The Lord bless thee - There are three forms of blessing here, any or all of which the priests might use on any occasion. The following is a verbal translation: - May Jehovah bless thee and preserve thee! May Jehovah cause his faces to shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee! May Jehovah lift up his faces upon thee, and may be put prosperity unto thee! This is a very comprehensive and excellent prayer, and may be paraphrased thus: - May God speak good…Read the comment
- Barnes’ Notes on the Bible · v. 22-27Verses 22-27 The priestly blessing (compare Leviticus 9:22 note). God Himself provides a formula, through which from time to time, as His people by obedience place themselves in true and right relationship to Him, the authorised mediators may pronounce and communicate His special blessing to them. It was a Jewish tradition that this blessing was given at the close of the daily sacrifice. The structure of the blessing is remarkable. It is rhythmical…Read the comment
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary · v. 22-27Verses 22-27 The priests were solemnly to bless the people in the name of the Lord. To be under the almighty protection of God our Saviour; to enjoy his favour as the smile of a loving Father, or as the cheering beams of the sun; while he mercifully forgives our sins, supplies our wants, consoles the heart, and prepares us by his grace for eternal glory; these things form the substance of this blessing, and the sum total of all blessings. In so rich a…Read the comment
- Tyndale Open Study Notes · v. 24The first half of this verse asks for blessings like health, wealth, and fertility. The second half seeks protection from all kinds of dangers. This prayer is similar to the language in Psalms 121:3–8; 140:4; and 141:9. These sincere requests are still good examples for prayer and blessings that people can seek for everyone. The entire poem emphasizes the Lord as the source of all good things.Read the comment
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary · v. 23-2723-27. Speak unto Aaron and unto his sons, saying, On this wise ye shall bless the congregation of Israel, &c.--This passage records the solemn benediction which God appointed for dismissing the people at the close of the daily service. The repetition of the name "Lord" or "Jehovah" three times, expresses the great mystery of the Godhead--three persons, and yet one God. The expressions in the separate clauses correspond to the respective offices of the…Read the comment
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Commentaries on Numbers 6
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
- Barnes’ Notes on the Bible
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary
- Tyndale Open Study Notes
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary
- Rashi on Tanakh
- Calvin’s Commentaries
- Keil & Delitzsch Commentary
- John Wesley’s Notes
- Darby Translation Notes
- Geneva Bible Translation Notes
- Kingcomments
- Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary
- Matthew Henry’s Modern English Commentary
- Scofield Reference Notes, 1917 Edition
- Original Douay–Rheims Annotations
- Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary
- EGW Writings
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