Numbers 12:11. She was smitten with leprosy, and under circumstances that much heightened the effect of the punishment. And he said, Hear now my words: If there be a prophet among you. And Miriam and Aaron spake against Moses because of the Ethiopian woman whom he had married: for he had married an Ethiopian woman. 4. 1. The Meaning and Significance of Number 12 in the Bible. MIRIAM'S PUNISHMENT. It does not appear that Moses made any complaint; he was the meekest of men, humble and patient. This done, the cloud of the Divine presence rose as suddenly as it had come down. "Suddenly," i.e., in sharp displeasure, Miriam and the two brothers were commanded to present themselves before the Lord, at the entrance of the tabernacle. Numbers 11:1-15 The people complain. Jesus first spoke in the temple with religious leaders at the age of … III. 14-15 He may do that long before the day of final assize. See how the grace of God can enable us to return good for evil, and thus feel an indescribable peace and happiness in our own spirit, walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost. The Lord spake suddenly. Envy is a root tenacious of life in the human heart. The farther we think ourselves from it the nearer commonly it cometh unto us; and therefore let nothing be done through strife and vainglory, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves (Philippians 2:3). III. Nevertheless envy must be cast forth. 2. She did not see that she shone in the borrowed light of her great brother. How well it would be if we repelled all temptations to envy as John silenced those who tried to set him against Jesus; for, as Bishop Hall has said, "That man hath true light who can be content to be a candle before the sun of others.". It is a secret poison, a hidden plague, the mother of hypocrisy, the father of envy, the fountain of vices, the moth of piety, a blind guide and leader of the hearts of men. This story is about the verbal abuse directed towards Moses by his siblings, Aaron and Miriam. Chapter 12 of Numbers begins with Moses’ brother and sister complaining that Moses married an Ethiopian woman. Moses prayed for the people. The pretence was, that he had married a foreign wife; but probably their pride was hurt, and their envy stirred up, by his superior authority. In Numbers 12 the spirit of rebellion that dominated the people also seemed to take control of Miriam and Aaron, the sister and brother of Moses the man of God, who had both been used by God and had played an important part in the exodus from Egypt. "And the Lord heard it." And they three came out. But he did better to leave the matter in the Lord's own hand (Psalm 37:5, 6). Moses, leaving the exposure and punishment with God, and interceding for Miriam, teaches us how to regard attacks upon our character, and act under them, and towards such unhappy offenders. He may meet them in His providence, and give them to understand that they who touch His faithful servants are touching the apple of His eye; nay, He may bring such trouble upon them that they will be glad to accept of the intercession of those whom they have maligned. Miriam— Miriam seems to be first named, because she was the first mover of the sedition; wherefore she is more eminently punished. They found such recognition and scope, that next to Moses, Aaron and Miriam were the two most honoured and influential individuals in the camp. Numbers 9:1-23 A reminder of Israel’s deliverance from Egypt. This envy of disinterested greatness may show itself in the most unexpected quarters. "My servant Moses," - "servant in all mine house," - "faithful in all mine house. II. The power of man can never impart this meek and quiet spirit; it can alone come from the blessed influence of the Holy Spirit. Observe the terms in which he is described, for there is much more in them than is perceived at first. It was in the presence of the person she had injured. Numbers 12:1-2: The Sedition of Miriam and Aaron: W. Binnie : Numbers 12:1-6: God the Vindicator of His Calumniated Servants: E.S. The severe punishment — and upon no other than Miriam — shows the Divine abhorrence of the sin. II. And they said, Hath the LORD indeed spoken only by Moses? Retail: $19.98. Numbers 12 – The Dissension of Aaron and Miriam A. Miriam and Aaron bring an accusation against Moses. It setteth up men and putteth down the Lord and His ordinances, urging, compelling, and commanding against the truth (Acts 4:18, 19). 2. Let us shun their sin, &c. 2. A CRITICAL PUNISHMENT - Vs. 10. The meaning of 12, which is considered a perfect number, is that it The lesson lies on the surface. These were facts, and Moses might well have appealed to them in vindication of himself against the complainers. "And the Lord heard." A CRITICAL TONGUE – Vss. It is not always easy to rejoice when some one younger, or of humbler birth than ourselves, is exalted above us. We can probably draw examples right away from instances where we see the number 12 used in Scripture. Whenever dreams, visions and supernatural signs are discussed, three questions immediately come to mind. He bore his sore trial most nobly.Conclusion: 1. Wesley's Notes for Numbers 12:1 12:1 Miriam - Miriam seems to be first named, because she was the first mover of the sedition; wherefore she is more eminently punished. 1-3. Its root: jealousy and vaulting ambition. Let us imitate his meekness. (from Psalm 116:12, 14, NRSV) The Lord pronounced a warm eulogy upon, Moses. Privately sought to undermine the power of Moses among the people. 2 And they said, “Has the Lord indeed spoken only through Moses? And the LORD spake suddenly unto Moses, and unto Aaron, and unto Miriam, Come out ye three unto the tabernacle of the congregation. But they were not content with this. As a prophet, he was more extensively employed and more faithful than Miriam; as a priest, he was more honourable and faithful than Aaron; and he was, moreover, king in Jeshurun, the valiant and faithful leader and commander of the people. 3. As they complained about Moses’ marriage, they complained also about God speaking only to Moses. - B. 13 So Moses cried out to the LORD, "O God, please heal her!" Even the bees, when put into a glass hive, go to work at the very first to make the glass opaque, for they will not have their secrets made common property; and surely we busy human beings may sometimes be allowed to be by ourselves. Could she have succeeded in destroying the power of Moses, she would have failed in getting them to recognise her as their leader. (Read Numbers 12:1-9) The patience of Moses was tried in his own family, as well as by the people. The utter meanness of the weapons which envy is content to employ. 1. THE PUNISHMENT OF THE SEDITION. Women of Influence are not perfect women, we know no one is perfect. Let her not be as one dead, of whom the flesh is half consumed when he cometh out of his mother's womb. Moses was the servant of God: to resist him was to resist the Master. The Lord pronounced a warm eulogy upon, Moses. It proceedeth from very evil roots, and bringeth forth very evil effects, as an evil tree bringeth forth evil fruits. If there be a prophet among you — It is very plain, that the design of the Lord in this speech is to shew the evident superiority of Moses, as a prophet, over Aaron and Miriam. If Aaron and Miriam were capable of such envy, we may not think that we are immaculate. All the rather does the Highest take the defense of his servant in hand. "Hath the Lord indeed spoken only by Moses? It causeth a great rent and division in the Church, and disturbeth the peace of it (Numbers 16:1). Moses gave himself no concern about it. (Pr 14:12) The book of Numbers is a picture of that experience in the believer. 14 The LORD replied to Moses, "If her father had spit in her face, would she not have been in … At once the LORD said to Moses, Aaron and Miriam, “Come out to the tent of meeting, all three of … (1) Miriam and Aaron criticize Moses’ wife and marriage. The author of all gifts and honours is God. There was something very petty in the conduct of Miriam and Aaron, but it was not, therefore, a trifling offence. (2) The commission of Moses extended to every part of the Lord's house, and in every department of his service he showed fidelity. You will recognize, of course, that it is the experience of Romans 7 where the unhappy, defeated Christian, who is his own worst enemy, is being disciplined by God because God as a father loves him. When there is envy in the heart, it will soon find occasion to break out. Scripture reading: Numbers 12:1-14 Sermon: Our Humility: God’s Honor Prayer of Response Song of response: #287“Have Thine Own Way, Lord” The offering: Words of Invitation What shall I return to the LORD for all his bounty to me? Hence such slander is suicidal. And the LORD heard. let her be shut out from the camp seven days, and after that let her be received in, And Miriam was shut out from the camp seven days: and the people journeyed not till Miriam was brought in. It was an instance of a thing not rare in history, a family quarrel, a fit of ill-feeling between two sisters-in-law, stirring up envy and strife between persons in high office, and troubling the community. 4-9. She was not of the daughters of Israel. If she be meant, probably they did not quarrel with him for marrying her, because that was done long since, but for being swayed by her and her relations, b… They believed God also spoke to them and not just their brother Moses. NUMBERS 12. She was a prophetess - the earliest recorded example of a woman endowed with the gift of prophecy - and she excelled also in song (Exodus 15:20; Micah 6:4). Numbers 12:6. In the conduct of Miriam and Aaron we have a beacon. "Because," and because... Sinners are often prolific in excuses; called by them reasons. THE STORY OF THE SEDITION was, in brief, this: - Moses was not the only member of the family of Amram whom the Lord had endowed with eminent gifts. Rebellion against God. the Lord put a mark of his displeasure on Miriam. The sum of each of their individual occurrence gives as total 36. Numbers 12:1-2: The Sin of Miriam and Aaron: W. Jones. Christian Magic Tricks to illustrate Biblical Truths When I was a teenager, I watched a Pastor illustrating why Jesus had to die. Retail: $54.99. By this loss the public itself is impoverished and injured. Oh, if this spirit were universal, what a happy world would this be! And the anger of the LORD was kindled against them; and he departed. Very characteristically, the occasion in this instance was some misunderstanding about Moses' wife. When Miriam swells with pride she is smitten with leprosy. Prout : Numbers 12:1-16 3). MIRIAM'S DETECTION. Could Miriam meet her brother without shame? CRITICAL! The people came to Moses, and said, "We have sinned, because we have spoken against Yahweh. Do not give harbour to envy because of the welfare or honour of your neighbour, rather "rejoice with them that do rejoice." 3. The first paragraph (Numbers 12:1-3) is of the greatest interest to critics who boldly affirm that it appears to have been written ABOUT Moses, rather than BY Moses. And … With him will I speak mouth to mouth, even apparently, and not in dark speeches; and the similitude of the LORD shall he behold: wherefore then were ye not afraid to speak against my servant Moses? The character of public men is their strength. 11-12. Numbers 12:1-16 “Murmuring In the House” Dr. J. Ligon Duncan III. Numbers 12. There is a Divine hearer of every human speech. The Ethiopian— Either, 1. To envy the receivers is to rebel against him and provoke his displeasure. A man's house is his castle. 12 Do not let her be like a stillborn infant coming from its mother's womb with its flesh half eaten away." 3. V. THE SERVANTS OF THE LORD DO WELL IN BEARING PATIENTLY THE REPROACHES WHICH ARE CAST UPON THEM. hath he not spoken also by us? II. 3. THE LORD TAKES COGNISANCE OF THE REPROACHES WHICH ARE CAST UPON HIS SERVANTS. If the Lord hear, then no sin passes undetected. 2. Numbers 11:16-35 The Seventy Elders. hath he not spoken also by us? Moses may have heard of it. (Numbers 12:13) When Aaron witnesses the Lord’s indignation and that Miriam has become leprous, he confesses to Moses that they have done foolishly and have sinned (verse 11). It took them 2 years to reach the Jordan River. Opposition from our near relations, and from religious friends, is … Vain excuses. Save: $22.00 (40%) Buy Now. Then Miriam and Aaron criticized Moses because of the Cushite woman he had married, for he had taken a Cushite wife. MIRIAM'S AND AARON'S SEDITION. This is clear from —. If you have your Bibles, let me ask you to turn with me to Numbers 12. ", II. He was sorely tried (cf. And Aaron said unto Moses, Alas, my lord, I beseech thee, lay not the sin upon us, wherein we have done foolishly, and wherein we have sinned. And God's ordinary method in punishing envious pride is to inflict some peculiarly ignominious stroke. And the LORD said unto Moses, If her father had but spit in her face, should she not be ashamed seven days? hath he not spoken also by us?" Miriam also was a woman of high and various gifts, both natural and gracious. So when we fail, when we sin, no matter how little or how big that sin is, we need to remember, with God there is forgiveness. The ringleader in the sedition, she bears the brunt of the punishment. They could not bear to see another, one brought up in the same family, a younger brother too, elevated above them. It was said of one of the martyrs that he was so like Christ that he could not be roused by injuries to say one word that was revengeful. You will remember, back in Numbers 11 — and you might want to let your eyes fall on the first fifteen verses and the last four or five verses of Numbers 11, because in Numbers 11, we had two incidents And the LORD came down in the pillar of the cloud, and stood. And they said, Hath the LORD indeed spoken only by Moses? And the cloud departed from off the tabernacle; and, behold, Miriam. God the defender of His servants. Nor is the difficulty lessened when the person exalted is of our own kindred. In the presence of her fellow-conspirators. Numbers 12:1-9 . Ronald Van Overloop on September 26, 2010. Numbers 12:1-2: Miriam's Sin: J. C. Gray. 3. NIV, The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People. .are we not all in danger here? They boasted, Numbers 12:2 that the Lord had spoken by them as well as by Moses. THE CASE OF THE VICIOUS VIPERS. 1. Numbers 12:6 in all English translations. 3. Numbers 12:1-16 Miriam and Aaron oppose Moses. Sermon preached at Grace Protestant Reformed Church by Rev. This seems to be implied By the allusion to his meekness (ver. Numbers Chapter 12 Summary. THE DIVINE COGNISANCE OF THEIR SIN. Miriam was healed; but she was shut out from the camp as an unclean person for the space of a week, as the law prescribed. (Numbers 12:11-12) So Moses cried out to Jehovah, O God, I beg you, please heal her. THE COMMENDABLE CONDUCT OF MOSES UNDER THE PROVOCATION OF THEIR SIN. we have so foolishly committed. Moses was not the man to resist so touching an appeal. Yahweh sent fiery serpents, and they bit the people; and many people of Israel died. 3 Outlines . In the conduct of Moses we have a pattern. Our Price: $32.99. Besides vindicating Moses and rebuking his detract ors, the Lord put a mark of his displeasure on Miriam. If the approbation of God be ours, though all the world be against us it will do us no harm. Numbers 21:4-9. 1. Twelve can be found in 187 places in God's word. The Gospel of Thomas uses on the whole 12 different numbers: 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 24, 60, 99, 100, 120, 1000 and 10000. The causes from whence it floweth are Satan, pride, disdain of others, self-love, no love of the truth, no zeal of God's glory, no desire of the good of the Church.The effects thereof are trouble, disquietness, fear, flattery, envy, and subtilty. Jesus spoke in the temple at 12. 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