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href="/bsb/numbers/9.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/9.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Moses answered them, &#8220Wait until I find out what the LORD commands concerning you.&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/numbers/9.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Moses answered, “Wait here until I have received instructions for you from the LORD.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/numbers/9.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />And Moses said to them, “Wait, that I may hear what the LORD will command concerning you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/numbers/9.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />“Wait here until I find out what the LORD commands concerning you,” Moses replied.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/numbers/9.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And Moses said unto them, Stand still, and I will hear what the LORD will command concerning you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/numbers/9.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />And Moses said to them, “Stand still, that I may hear what the LORD will command concerning you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/numbers/9.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Moses then said to them, “Wait, and I will listen to what the LORD will command concerning you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/numbers/9.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Moses therefore said to them, &#8220Wait, and I will listen to what the LORD will command concerning you.&#8221<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/numbers/9.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Moses therefore said to them, “Wait, and I will listen to what the LORD will command concerning you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/numbers/9.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Moses therefore said to them, “Wait, and I will listen to what Yahweh will command concerning you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/numbers/9.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Therefore, Moses said to them, “Wait, and I will listen to what the LORD will command concerning you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/numbers/9.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Moses replied to them, “Wait here until I hear what the LORD commands for you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/numbers/9.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Moses replied to them, &#8220Wait here until I hear what the LORD commands for you.&#8221 <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/numbers/9.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And Moses said unto them, Stay ye, that I may hear what Jehovah will command concerning you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/numbers/9.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Moses said, "Wait here while I go into the sacred tent and find out what the LORD says about this." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/numbers/9.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And Moses said unto them, Stay ye; that I may hear what the LORD will command concerning you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/numbers/9.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Moses answered them, "Wait here until I find out what the LORD commands you to do."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/numbers/9.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Moses answered, "Wait until I receive instructions from the LORD." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/numbers/9.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />"Wait while I hear what the LORD has to say about you," Moses replied.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/numbers/9.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />?Wait here until I find out what the LORD commands concerning you,? Moses replied.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/numbers/9.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />So Moses said to them, "Remain here and I will hear what the LORD will command concerning you." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/numbers/9.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Moses answered them, "Wait, that I may hear what the LORD will command concerning you."<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/numbers/9.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And Moses said to them, Stand still, and I will hear what the LORD will command concerning you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/numbers/9.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Moses answered them, “Wait, that I may hear what Yahweh will command concerning you.” <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/numbers/9.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And Moses says to them, “Stand, and I hear what YHWH has commanded concerning you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/numbers/9.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And Moses saith unto them, 'Stand ye, and I hear what Jehovah hath commanded concerning you.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/numbers/9.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And Moses will say to them, Stand ye, and I will hear what Jehovah will command for you.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/numbers/9.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And Moses answered them: Stay that I may consult the Lord what he will ordain concerning you. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/numbers/9.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And Moses responded to them: “Remain, so that I may consult the Lord, as to what he will rule about you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/numbers/9.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Moses answered them, “Wait so that I can learn what the LORD will command in your regard.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/numbers/9.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Moses spoke to them, “Wait, so that I may hear what the LORD will command concerning you.”<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/numbers/9.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And Moses said to them, Stay where you are, and I will hear what the LORD will command concerning you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/numbers/9.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And Moshe said to them, “Stand on your place and I shall make heard what LORD JEHOVAH commands concerning you.”<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/numbers/9.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And Moses said unto them: 'Stay ye, that I may hear what the LORD will command concerning you.'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/numbers/9.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And Moses said to them, stand there, and I will hear what charge the Lord will give concerning you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/numbers/9-8.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=3074" 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/9.htm">The Second Passover</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">7</span>and said to Moses, “We are unclean because of a dead body, but why should we be excluded from presenting the LORD’s offering with the other Israelites at the appointed time?” <span class="reftext">8</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5975.htm" title="5975: ‘im·ḏū (V-Qal-Imp-mp) -- To take one's stand, stand. A primitive root; to stand, in various relations.">“Wait here</a> <a href="/hebrew/8085.htm" title="8085: wə·’eš·mə·‘āh (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConjImperf.Cohort-1cs) -- To hear. A primitive root; to hear intelligently.">until I find out</a> <a href="/hebrew/4100.htm" title="4100: mah- (Interrog) -- What? how? anything. ">what</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/6680.htm" title="6680: yə·ṣaw·weh (V-Piel-Imperf-3ms) -- To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order. A primitive root; to constitute, enjoin.">commands</a> <a href="/hebrew/lā·ḵem (Prep:: 2mp) -- ">concerning you,”</a> <a href="/hebrew/4872.htm" title="4872: mō·šeh (N-proper-ms) -- A great Isr. leader, prophet and lawgiver. From mashah; drawing out, i.e. Rescued; Mosheh, the Israelite lawgiver.">Moses</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: way·yō·mer (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">replied.</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’ă·lê·hem (Prep:: 3mp) -- To, into, towards. "></a> </span><span class="reftext">9</span>Then the LORD said to Moses,…<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="/exodus/18-15.htm">Exodus 18:15-16</a></span><br />“Because the people come to me to inquire of God,” Moses replied. / “Whenever they have a dispute, it is brought to me to judge between one man and another, and I make known to them the statutes and laws of God.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/24-14.htm">Exodus 24:14</a></span><br />And he said to the elders, “Wait here for us until we return to you. Aaron and Hur are here with you. Whoever has a dispute can go to them.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/leviticus/24-12.htm">Leviticus 24:12</a></span><br />They placed him in custody until the will of the LORD should be made clear to them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/17-8.htm">Deuteronomy 17:8-10</a></span><br />If a case is too difficult for you to judge, whether the controversy within your gates is regarding bloodshed, lawsuits, or assaults, you must go up to the place the LORD your God will choose. / You are to go to the Levitical priests and to the judge who presides at that time. Inquire of them, and they will give you a verdict in the case. / You must abide by the verdict they give you at the place the LORD will choose. Be careful to do everything they instruct you,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/9-9.htm">1 Samuel 9:9</a></span><br />(Formerly in Israel, a man on his way to inquire of God would say, “Come, let us go to the seer.” For the prophet of today was formerly called the seer.)<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/6-6.htm">2 Kings 6:6</a></span><br />“Where did it fall?” asked the man of God. And when he showed him the place, the man of God cut a stick, threw it there, and made the iron float.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/20-3.htm">2 Chronicles 20:3-4</a></span><br />Jehoshaphat was alarmed and set his face to seek the LORD. And he proclaimed a fast throughout Judah. / So the people of Judah gathered to seek the LORD, and indeed, they came from all the cities of Judah to seek Him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/25-14.htm">Psalm 25:14</a></span><br />The LORD confides in those who fear Him, and reveals His covenant to them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/30-21.htm">Isaiah 30:21</a></span><br />And whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear this command behind you: “This is the way. Walk in it.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/42-3.htm">Jeremiah 42:3</a></span><br />Pray that the LORD your God will tell us the way we should walk and the thing we should do.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/20-3.htm">Ezekiel 20:3</a></span><br />“Son of man, speak to the elders of Israel and tell them that this is what the Lord GOD says: Have you come to inquire of Me? As surely as I live, I will not be consulted by you, declares the Lord GOD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/18-18.htm">Matthew 18:18-20</a></span><br />Truly I tell you, whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven. / Again, I tell you truly that if two of you on the earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by My Father in heaven. / For where two or three gather together in My name, there am I with them.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/22-29.htm">Matthew 22:29</a></span><br />Jesus answered, “You are mistaken because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/12-24.htm">Mark 12:24</a></span><br />Jesus said to them, “Aren’t you mistaken, because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/12-11.htm">Luke 12:11-12</a></span><br />When you are brought before synagogues, rulers, and authorities, do not worry about how to defend yourselves or what to say. / For at that time the Holy Spirit will teach you what you should say.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And Moses said to them, Stand still, and I will hear what the LORD will command concerning you.</p><p class="hdg">stand</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/14-13.htm">Exodus 14:13</a></b></br> And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will shew to you to day: for the Egyptians whom ye have seen to day, ye shall see them again no more for ever.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_chronicles/20-17.htm">2 Chronicles 20:17</a></b></br> Ye shall not <i>need</i> to fight in this <i>battle</i>: set yourselves, stand ye <i>still</i>, and see the salvation of the LORD with you, O Judah and Jerusalem: fear not, nor be dismayed; to morrow go out against them: for the LORD <i>will be</i> with you.</p><p class="hdg">I will</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/numbers/27-5.htm">Numbers 27:5</a></b></br> And Moses brought their cause before the LORD.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/25-14.htm">Psalm 25:14</a></b></br> The secret of the LORD <i>is</i> with them that fear him; and he will shew them his covenant.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/85-8.htm">Psalm 85:8</a></b></br> I will hear what God the LORD will speak: for he will speak peace unto his people, and to his saints: but let them not turn again to folly.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/numbers/5-2.htm">Command</a> <a href="/numbers/9-5.htm">Commanded</a> <a href="/leviticus/27-34.htm">Commands</a> <a href="/leviticus/26-33.htm">Directions</a> <a href="/leviticus/25-26.htm">Find</a> <a href="/numbers/5-10.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/leviticus/5-1.htm">Hear</a> <a href="/numbers/8-13.htm">Stand</a> <a href="/numbers/8-24.htm">Wait</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/numbers/9-18.htm">Command</a> <a href="/numbers/15-23.htm">Commanded</a> <a href="/numbers/15-22.htm">Commands</a> <a href="/numbers/15-34.htm">Directions</a> <a href="/numbers/10-33.htm">Find</a> <a href="/numbers/10-32.htm">Gives</a> <a href="/numbers/12-6.htm">Hear</a> <a href="/numbers/11-16.htm">Stand</a> <a href="/numbers/22-19.htm">Wait</a><div class="vheading2">Numbers 9</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/9-1.htm">The Passover is again commanded</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/9-6.htm">A second Passover for the unclean or absent</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/numbers/9-15.htm">The cloud directs the removals and encampments of the Israelites</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'; 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In the context of the Israelites' journey, it reflects the need for patience and reliance on God's timing. This mirrors other instances in Scripture where leaders sought God's direction, such as David inquiring of the Lord before battles (<a href="/1_samuel/23-2.htm">1 Samuel 23:2</a>).<p><b>what the LORD commands concerning you,</b><br>Moses' role as a mediator between God and the people is highlighted here. The phrase underscores the theocratic nature of Israel's governance, where God's commands were paramount. This reflects the covenant relationship established at Sinai, where God provided laws and instructions through Moses. It also foreshadows the ultimate mediator, Jesus Christ, who perfectly reveals God's will to humanity (<a href="/hebrews/1.htm">Hebrews 1:1-2</a>).<p><b>Moses replied.</b><br>Moses' response demonstrates his leadership and obedience to God. As a prophet, Moses was responsible for conveying God's instructions to the people. His willingness to seek God's guidance is a model of humility and faithfulness. This is consistent with Moses' character throughout the Pentateuch, where he often intercedes for the people and seeks God's direction, as seen in <a href="/exodus/32-11.htm">Exodus 32:11-14</a>.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/moses.htm">Moses</a></b><br>The central figure in this passage, Moses is the leader of the Israelites and the mediator between God and His people. He is responsible for seeking God's guidance on matters of law and practice.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_israelites.htm">The Israelites</a></b><br>The people of Israel, who are in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt. They are learning to live under God's law and guidance.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_tabernacle.htm">The Tabernacle</a></b><br>While not directly mentioned in this verse, the Tabernacle is the place where God's presence dwells among the Israelites, and it is where Moses often goes to receive God's commands.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_passover.htm">The Passover</a></b><br>The context of this verse is a question about the observance of the Passover, a significant event commemorating God's deliverance of Israel from Egypt.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_wilderness.htm">The Wilderness</a></b><br>The setting for this event, representing a time of testing, learning, and reliance on God for the Israelites.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_divine_guidance.htm">Seeking Divine Guidance</a></b><br>Moses exemplifies the importance of seeking God's direction in decision-making. In our lives, we should prioritize prayer and waiting on God for guidance in all matters.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_patience.htm">The Role of Patience</a></b><br>The instruction to "wait" highlights the virtue of patience. In a fast-paced world, believers are reminded to wait on God's timing rather than rushing into decisions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/leadership_and_responsibility.htm">Leadership and Responsibility</a></b><br>As a leader, Moses demonstrates responsibility by not acting on his own understanding but seeking God's will. Leaders today should emulate this by seeking divine wisdom in their leadership roles.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faith_in_god's_sovereignty.htm">Faith in God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>Trusting that God will provide the right answer at the right time is an act of faith. Believers are encouraged to trust in God's sovereignty and perfect timing.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_and_obedience.htm">Community and Obedience</a></b><br>The Israelites' willingness to wait for God's command through Moses reflects a communal obedience to God's authority. This teaches the importance of unity and submission to God's will within the church community.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_numbers_9.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Numbers 9</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_you_find_peace_and_remain_still.htm">What did the Ark of the Covenant contain?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_address_women's_inheritance_later.htm">Numbers 27:1–11: If God’s law was perfect, why did He only address women’s inheritance rights after Zelophehad’s daughters complained? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_nehemiah_8_9-12_urge_joy,_not_sorrow.htm">Why do Nehemiah 8:9-12 command people to rejoice instead of mourning if they had just realized their past failures?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_did_god_command_a_bronze_serpent.htm">Numbers 21:8-9 - Why would God command Moses to create a bronze serpent, seemingly at odds with prohibitions against idol-making in Exodus 20?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/numbers/9-8.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">“Wait here</span><br /><span class="heb">עִמְד֣וּ</span> <span class="translit">(‘im·ḏū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5975.htm">Strong's 5975: </a> </span><span class="str2">To stand, in various relations</span><br /><br /><span class="word">until I hear</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאֶשְׁמְעָ֔ה</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’eš·mə·‘āh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8085.htm">Strong's 8085: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hear intelligently</span><br /><br /><span class="word">what</span><br /><span class="heb">מַה־</span> <span class="translit">(mah-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interrogative<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4100.htm">Strong's 4100: </a> </span><span class="str2">What?, what!, indefinitely what</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">commands concerning you,”</span><br /><span class="heb">יְצַוֶּ֥ה</span> <span class="translit">(yə·ṣaw·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6680.htm">Strong's 6680: </a> </span><span class="str2">To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Moses</span><br /><span class="heb">מֹשֶׁ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(mō·šeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4872.htm">Strong's 4872: </a> </span><span class="str2">Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver</span><br /><br /><span class="word">replied.</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיֹּ֥אמֶר</span> <span class="translit">(way·yō·mer)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> </span><span class="str2">To utter, say</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/numbers/9-8.htm">Numbers 9:8 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/numbers/9-8.htm">Numbers 9:8 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/numbers/9-8.htm">Numbers 9:8 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/numbers/9-8.htm">Numbers 9:8 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/numbers/9-8.htm">Numbers 9:8 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/numbers/9-8.htm">Numbers 9:8 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/numbers/9-8.htm">Numbers 9:8 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/numbers/9-8.htm">Numbers 9:8 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/numbers/9-8.htm">Numbers 9:8 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/numbers/9-8.htm">Numbers 9:8 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/numbers/9-8.htm">OT Law: Numbers 9:8 Moses answered them Wait that I may (Nu Num.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/numbers/9-7.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Numbers 9:7"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Numbers 9:7" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/numbers/9-9.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Numbers 9:9"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Numbers 9:9" /></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>