Numbers 16:24 Meaning and Explanation
“Speak unto the congregation, saying, Get you up from about the tabernacle of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram.”
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Read Full Chapter →God instructs Moses to tell the assembly to move away from the tents of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram.
The Context of Numbers 16:24
God provides a way for the innocent to escape the coming judgment.
What Does Numbers 16:24 Mean?
The specific names—Korah (the Levite leader), Dathan and Abiram (the Reubenites)—mark the guilty parties. The congregation is instructed to separate themselves from these leaders' immediate area.
This instruction allows the innocent members of the assembly to distance themselves from the judgment. It's an opportunity for those who were drawn into the rebellion but are not the principal agitators to survive.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 16:24
What does Numbers 16:24 mean?
God instructs Moses to tell the assembly to move away from the tents of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram.
What is the context of Numbers 16:24?
God provides a way for the innocent to escape the coming judgment.