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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/numbers/21.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/numbers/21.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />from Mattanah to Nahaliel, from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/numbers/21.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Nahaliel, and Bamoth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/numbers/21.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel, and from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/numbers/21.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel, and from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/numbers/21.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And from Mattanah to Nahaliel: and from Nahaliel to Bamoth:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/numbers/21.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />from Mattanah to Nahaliel, from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/numbers/21.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel, and from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/numbers/21.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel, and from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/numbers/21.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel, and from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/numbers/21.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel, and from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/numbers/21.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel, and from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/numbers/21.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />from Mattanah to Nahaliel, from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/numbers/21.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />from Mattanah to Nahaliel, from Nahaliel to Bamoth, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/numbers/21.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel; and from Nahaliel to Bamoth;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/numbers/21.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />then at Nahaliel, and then at Bamoth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/numbers/21.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel: and from Nahaliel to Bamoth:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/numbers/21.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel, and from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/numbers/21.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />and from there they went on to Nahaliel, and from Nahaliel to Bamoth, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/numbers/21.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />then from Mattanah to Nahaliel, from Nahaliel to Bamoth, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/numbers/21.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel, and from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/numbers/21.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel; and from Nahaliel to Bamoth;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/numbers/21.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel; and from Nahaliel to Bamoth;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/numbers/21.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And from Mattanah to Nahaliel: and from Nahaliel to Bamoth:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/numbers/21.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel; and from Nahaliel to Bamoth; <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/numbers/21.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel, and from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/numbers/21.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and from Mattanah to Nahaliel, and from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/numbers/21.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And from Mattanah to the Valley of God; and from the Valley of God to Bamoth.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/numbers/21.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />From Mathana unto Nahaliel: from Nahaliel unto Bamoth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/numbers/21.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />They went from the wilderness to Mattanah, from Mattanah to Nahaliel, from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/numbers/21.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />From Beer to Nahaliel, from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/numbers/21.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />from Mattanah to Nahaliel, from Nahaliel to Bamoth,<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/numbers/21.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And from Mattanah to Nahaliel; and from Nahaliel to Bamoth;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/numbers/21.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And from Matne to Nakhlayel and from Nakhlayel to Bemuth.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/numbers/21.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />and from Mattanah to Nahaliel; and from Nahaliel to Bamoth;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/numbers/21.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />and from Manthanain to Naaliel, and from Naaliel to Bamoth, and from Bamoth to Janen, which is in the plain of Moab <i>as seen</i> from the top of the quarried <i>rock</i> that looks toward the wilderness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/numbers/21-19.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/yauBFvKLNNo?start=6666" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/numbers/21.htm">The Journey to Moab</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">18</span>The princes dug the well; the nobles of the people hollowed it out with their scepters and with their staffs.” From the wilderness the Israelites went on to Mattanah, <span class="reftext">19</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/4980.htm" title="4980: ū·mim·mat·tā·nāh (Conj-w, Prep-m:: N-proper-fs) -- A place E. of the Jordan. The same as mattanah; Mattanah, a place in the Desert.">and from Mattanah</a> <a href="/hebrew/5160.htm" title="5160: na·ḥă·lî·’êl (N-proper-fs) -- Valley of God, a place E. of the Dead Sea. From nachal and 'el; valley of God; Nachaliel, a place in the Desert.">to Nahaliel,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5160.htm" title="5160: ū·min·na·ḥă·lî·’êl (Conj-w, Prep-m:: N-proper-fs) -- Valley of God, a place E. of the Dead Sea. From nachal and 'el; valley of God; Nachaliel, a place in the Desert.">and from Nahaliel</a> <a href="/hebrew/1120.htm" title="1120: bā·mō·wṯ (N-proper-fs) -- Plural of bamah; heights; or Bamowth Bahal; from the same and Ba'al; heights of Baal; Bamoth or Bamoth-Baal, a place East of the Jordan.">to Bamoth,</a> </span><span class="reftext">20</span>and from Bamoth to the valley in Moab where the top of Pisgah overlooks the wasteland.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/3-14.htm">John 3:14-15</a></span><br />Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the wilderness, so the Son of Man must be lifted up, / that everyone who believes in Him may have eternal life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/10-9.htm">1 Corinthians 10:9-11</a></span><br />We should not test Christ, as some of them did, and were killed by snakes. / And do not complain, as some of them did, and were killed by the destroying angel. / Now these things happened to them as examples and were written down as warnings for us, on whom the fulfillment of the ages has come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/2-13.htm">Deuteronomy 2:13-14</a></span><br />“Now arise and cross over the Brook of Zered.” So we crossed over the Brook of Zered. / The time we spent traveling from Kadesh-barnea until we crossed over the Brook of Zered was thirty-eight years, until that entire generation of fighting men had perished from the camp, as the LORD had sworn to them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/78-15.htm">Psalm 78:15-16</a></span><br />He split the rocks in the wilderness and gave them drink as abundant as the seas. / He brought streams from the stone and made water flow down like rivers.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/12-3.htm">Isaiah 12:3</a></span><br />With joy you will draw water from the springs of salvation,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/4-10.htm">John 4:10-14</a></span><br />Jesus answered, “If you knew the gift of God and who is asking you for a drink, you would have asked Him, and He would have given you living water.” / “Sir,” the woman replied, “You have nothing to draw with and the well is deep. Where then will You get this living water? / Are You greater than our father Jacob, who gave us this well and drank from it himself, as did his sons and his livestock?” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/17-6.htm">Exodus 17:6</a></span><br />Behold, I will stand there before you by the rock at Horeb. And when you strike the rock, water will come out of it for the people to drink.” So Moses did this in the sight of the elders of Israel.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/8-15.htm">Deuteronomy 8:15</a></span><br />He led you through the vast and terrifying wilderness with its venomous snakes and scorpions, a thirsty and waterless land. He brought you water from the rock of flint.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/105-41.htm">Psalm 105:41</a></span><br />He opened a rock, and water gushed out; it flowed like a river in the desert.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/48-21.htm">Isaiah 48:21</a></span><br />They did not thirst when He led them through the deserts; He made water flow for them from the rock; He split the rock, and water gushed out.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/3-16.htm">2 Kings 3:16-17</a></span><br />and he said, “This is what the LORD says: ‘Dig this valley full of ditches.’ / For the LORD says, ‘You will not see wind or rain, but the valley will be filled with water, and you will drink—you and your cattle and your animals.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/10-4.htm">1 Corinthians 10:4</a></span><br />and drank the same spiritual drink; for they drank from the spiritual rock that accompanied them, and that rock was Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/7-37.htm">John 7:37-38</a></span><br />On the last and greatest day of the feast, Jesus stood up and called out in a loud voice, “If anyone is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink. / Whoever believes in Me, as the Scripture has said: ‘Streams of living water will flow from within him.’”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/9-15.htm">Nehemiah 9:15</a></span><br />In their hunger You gave them bread from heaven; in their thirst You brought them water from the rock. You told them to go in and possess the land that You had sworn to give them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/114-8.htm">Psalm 114:8</a></span><br />who turned the rock into a pool, the flint into a fountain of water!</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And from Mattanah to Nahaliel: and from Nahaliel to Bamoth:</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/joshua/13-17.htm">Bamoth</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/numbers/22-41.htm">Bamoth</a><div class="vheading2">Numbers 21</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/21-1.htm">Israel destroys the Canaanites at Hormah</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/21-4.htm">The people murmuring are plagued with fiery serpents</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/21-7.htm">They repenting are healed by a bronze serpent</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/21-10.htm">Various journeys of the Israelites</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/21-21.htm">Sihon is overcome</a></span><br><span class="reftext">33. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/21-33.htm">And Og</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/numbers/21.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/numbers/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/numbers/21.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>and from Mattanah to Nahaliel</b><br>Mattanah, meaning "gift" in Hebrew, is a location mentioned during the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. This name may symbolize the provision and blessings from God during their travels. The journey from Mattanah to Nahaliel represents a stage in the Israelites' progress towards the Promised Land. Nahaliel, meaning "valley of God," suggests a place of divine presence and sustenance. This transition from Mattanah to Nahaliel can be seen as a movement from receiving God's gifts to experiencing His ongoing provision and guidance. The journey reflects the spiritual progression of the Israelites, who are learning to trust in God's faithfulness.<p><b>and from Nahaliel to Bamoth</b><br>Bamoth, meaning "high places," indicates a location of elevation, possibly used for worship or as a lookout point. The movement from Nahaliel to Bamoth signifies a shift from the valley, a place of sustenance, to the high places, which often symbolize encounters with God or significant spiritual experiences. In biblical history, high places were sometimes associated with pagan worship, but they also served as sites for significant encounters with God, such as Moses receiving the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai. This transition can be seen as a metaphor for the Israelites' journey towards a deeper relationship with God, moving from receiving His provision to seeking His presence and revelation. The progression from Nahaliel to Bamoth underscores the theme of spiritual ascent and the pursuit of holiness.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/mattanah.htm">Mattanah</a></b><br>A location mentioned in the Israelites' journey through the wilderness. The name "Mattanah" means "gift" in Hebrew, symbolizing God's provision for His people during their travels.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/n/nahaliel.htm">Nahaliel</a></b><br>Another stop in the Israelites' journey. The name "Nahaliel" translates to "valley of God" or "torrent of God," indicating a place of divine encounter or blessing.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/b/bamoth.htm">Bamoth</a></b><br>A location that means "high places" in Hebrew. It signifies a place of elevation, possibly both physically and spiritually, as the Israelites continue their journey towards the Promised Land.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_israelites.htm">The Israelites</a></b><br>The people of God, led by Moses, journeying from Egypt to the Promised Land. Their travels are marked by God's guidance and provision.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_wilderness_journey.htm">The Wilderness Journey</a></b><br>The broader context of the Israelites' 40-year journey through the wilderness, characterized by trials, divine interventions, and lessons in faith and obedience.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_provision_in_the_journey.htm">God's Provision in the Journey</a></b><br>Just as God provided for the Israelites at each stop, He provides for us in our spiritual journey. Trust in His provision even when the path seems uncertain.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/significance_of_names_and_places.htm">Significance of Names and Places</a></b><br>The names of places like Mattanah and Nahaliel remind us of God's gifts and presence. Reflect on the "places" in your life where God has shown His faithfulness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_elevation.htm">Spiritual Elevation</a></b><br>Moving from Nahaliel to Bamoth symbolizes spiritual growth. Seek to rise above challenges and grow closer to God, reaching new "heights" in your faith.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/j/journey_with_purpose.htm">Journey with Purpose</a></b><br>The Israelites' journey was not aimless; it had a divine purpose. Consider the purpose God has for your life's journey and how each step is part of His plan.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_in_the_wilderness.htm">Faith in the Wilderness</a></b><br>The wilderness journey teaches reliance on God. In your own "wilderness" experiences, lean on God for strength and guidance.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_numbers_21.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Numbers 21</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_was_claudius_caesar.htm">What is the significance of 153 fish in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_permit_biblical_genocides.htm">Why does God allow genocides to happen, including those commanded in the Bible (Numbers 31:17-18)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_job_21_19-21_clash_with_individual_sin.htm">In Job 21:19-21, does the idea of children suffering for a parent's wrongdoing clash with other biblical teachings on individual responsibility?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_a_heifer_sacrifice_resolve_guilt.htm">Deuteronomy 21:1-9: How does sacrificing a heifer in a remote valley effectively resolve guilt for an unsolved murder?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/numbers/21.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 19.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And from Mattanah to Nahaliel.</span> The latter name, which means "the brook of God," seems to be still retained by the Encheileh, one of the northern affluents of the Wady Mojeb. <span class="cmt_word">From Nahaliel to Bamoth.</span> Bamoth simply means "heights" or "high places," and was therefore a frequent name. This Bamoth maybe the same as the Bamoth-Baal of chapter Numbers 22:41; <a href="/joshua/13-17.htm">Joshua 13:17</a>, but it is uncertain. A Beth-Bamoth is mentioned on the Moabite stone. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/numbers/21-19.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">and from Mattanah</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמִמַּתָּנָ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(ū·mim·mat·tā·nāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Noun - proper - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4980.htm">Strong's 4980: </a> </span><span class="str2">Mattanah -- a place East of the Jordan</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to Nahaliel,</span><br /><span class="heb">נַחֲלִיאֵ֑ל</span> <span class="translit">(na·ḥă·lî·’êl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5160.htm">Strong's 5160: </a> </span><span class="str2">Nahaliel -- 'valley of God', a place East of the Dead Sea</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and from Nahaliel</span><br /><span class="heb">וּמִנַּחֲלִיאֵ֖ל</span> <span class="translit">(ū·min·na·ḥă·lî·’êl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-m | Noun - proper - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5160.htm">Strong's 5160: </a> </span><span class="str2">Nahaliel -- 'valley of God', a place East of the Dead Sea</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to Bamoth,</span><br /><span class="heb">בָּמֽוֹת׃</span> <span class="translit">(bā·mō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1120.htm">Strong's 1120: </a> </span><span class="str2">Bamoth -- 'high place', a place in Moab</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/numbers/21-19.htm">Numbers 21:19 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/numbers/21-19.htm">Numbers 21:19 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/numbers/21-19.htm">Numbers 21:19 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/numbers/21-19.htm">Numbers 21:19 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/numbers/21-19.htm">Numbers 21:19 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/numbers/21-19.htm">Numbers 21:19 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/numbers/21-19.htm">Numbers 21:19 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/numbers/21-19.htm">Numbers 21:19 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/numbers/21-19.htm">Numbers 21:19 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/numbers/21-19.htm">Numbers 21:19 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/numbers/21-19.htm">OT Law: Numbers 21:19 And from Mattanah to Nahaliel (Nu Num.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/numbers/21-18.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Numbers 21:18"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Numbers 21:18" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/numbers/21-20.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Numbers 21:20"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Numbers 21:20" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>