Numbers 21:20 Meaning and Explanation
“And from Bamoth in the valley, that is in the country of Moab, to the top of Pisgah, which looketh toward Jeshimon.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Israel travels to Pisgah's peak, which overlooks the Jeshimon wilderness.
The Context of Numbers 21:20
Israel reaches Pisgah, gaining a view of the land ahead and the surrounding wilderness.
What Does Numbers 21:20 Mean?
Pisgah is a ridge overlooking the Jordan Valley, known later as the place from which Moses will view the Promised Land before his death. From this elevated point, Israel can see across the wilderness (Jeshimon) to the Jordan and beyond.
This arrival at Pisgah represents a major geographical milestone. Israel is now at a vantage point from which the land ahead can be seen. They have traversed the wilderness and reached the high country from which the Jordan Valley and the land of Canaan are visible.
Numbers 21:20 in the Original Language
Pisgah (פִּסְגָּה), the ridge or slope overlooking the Jordan Valley — the place of panoramic perspective on the promised land.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 21:20
What does Numbers 21:20 mean?
Israel travels to Pisgah's peak, which overlooks the Jeshimon wilderness.
What is the context of Numbers 21:20?
Israel reaches Pisgah, gaining a view of the land ahead and the surrounding wilderness.