Numbers 21:11 Meaning and Explanation
“And they journeyed from Oboth, and pitched at Ijeabarim, in the wilderness which is before Moab, toward the sunrising.”
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Read Full Chapter →Israel journeys from Oboth and camps at Ijeabarim, in the wilderness east of Moab.
The Context of Numbers 21:11
Israel advances toward the Trans-Jordan region, moving eastward around Moab.
What Does Numbers 21:11 Mean?
Israel's route continues eastward, now approaching the territories of the Trans-Jordan kingdoms. Ijeabarim ('the passes of Abarim') places Israel in the high plateau east of Moab, in the arid steppe region of the southern Trans-Jordan.
The geographical precision—noting that this wilderness lies before Moab and toward the sunrising (east)—indicates Israel's position relative to the settled lands. Israel is in the open country, moving through regions not yet claimed as their own.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 21:11
What does Numbers 21:11 mean?
Israel journeys from Oboth and camps at Ijeabarim, in the wilderness east of Moab.
What is the context of Numbers 21:11?
Israel advances toward the Trans-Jordan region, moving eastward around Moab.