Numbers 11:4 Meaning and Explanation
“And the mixt multitude that was among them fell a lusting: and the children of Israel also wept again, and said, Who shall give us flesh to eat?”
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Read Full Chapter →The mixed multitude begins craving meat, and Israel joins in weeping and complaining to Moses.
The Context of Numbers 11:4
The second complaint centers on desire for meat rather than the manna God provides daily.
What Does Numbers 11:4 Mean?
The Israelites are not alone in the wilderness—a 'mixed multitude' of other people (likely Egyptians and others) journeys with them. These newcomers begin craving meat, and their desire spreads to Israel itself.
The Israelites weep and ask Moses for meat, forgetting or dismissing the daily provision of manna God has given them. This reveals a deeper issue: their hearts are focused on what they lack rather than what they have been given.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 11:4
What does Numbers 11:4 mean?
The mixed multitude begins craving meat, and Israel joins in weeping and complaining to Moses.
What is the context of Numbers 11:4?
The second complaint centers on desire for meat rather than the manna God provides daily.