Numbers 16:27 Meaning and Explanation
“So they gat up from the tabernacle of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, on every side: and Dathan and Abiram came out, and stood in the door of their tents, and their wives, and their sons, and their little children.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The assembly moves away from the rebels' tents, and Dathan and Abiram come out with their families to stand in defiance.
The Context of Numbers 16:27
The innocent flee while the rebel leaders stand firm in defiance.
What Does Numbers 16:27 Mean?
The phrase 'on every side' indicates that the innocent fled in all directions, creating a clear separation between the rebels and those obeying Moses' warning. This physical distancing is the visible effect of the division God created.
Dathan and Abiram emerge with their entire households to face what comes next. Their stance at the tent door is not submissive but confrontational—they stand their ground rather than flee or repent.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 16:27
What does Numbers 16:27 mean?
The assembly moves away from the rebels' tents, and Dathan and Abiram come out with their families to stand in defiance.
What is the context of Numbers 16:27?
The innocent flee while the rebel leaders stand firm in defiance.