Numbers 16:14 Meaning and Explanation
“Moreover thou hast not brought us into a land that floweth with milk and honey, or given us inheritance of fields and vineyards: wilt thou put out the eyes of these men? we will not come up.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Dathan and Abiram add that Moses has not delivered the promised land or given them inheritance, and they refuse to come.
The Context of Numbers 16:14
Dathan and Abiram reject the wilderness period entirely and refuse to come to Moses.
What Does Numbers 16:14 Mean?
The rebels demand to see the promised land and possess it now. Their complaint is not merely about the journey but about the delay—they view Moses as failing to fulfill the promise of settlement and property.
The phrase 'put out the eyes of these men' is an idiom meaning to deceive or blind them to the truth. They accuse Moses of deception about the promised land, reinforcing their refusal to obey or engage with him.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 16:14
What does Numbers 16:14 mean?
Dathan and Abiram add that Moses has not delivered the promised land or given them inheritance, and they refuse to come.
What is the context of Numbers 16:14?
Dathan and Abiram reject the wilderness period entirely and refuse to come to Moses.