Numbers 21:35 Meaning and Explanation
“So they smote him, and his sons, and all his people, until there was none left him alive: and they possessed his land.”
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Read Full Chapter →Israel defeats Og completely, leaving no survivors, and takes possession of all of Bashan.
The Context of Numbers 21:35
Israel achieves total victory over Og and becomes master of all Trans-Jordan territory.
What Does Numbers 21:35 Mean?
The battle results in total victory. Og, his sons, and all his people are killed—a comprehensive destruction of the ruling family and military power. This leaves no rival claimants or organized resistance remaining.
Israel's possession of Bashan completes their control of the Trans-Jordan territories. The two great victories—Sihon and Og—have secured the territory east of the Jordan, transforming Israel from a wilderness people into a territorial power controlling the high plateaus from the Arnon northward to beyond Bashan.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 21:35
What does Numbers 21:35 mean?
Israel defeats Og completely, leaving no survivors, and takes possession of all of Bashan.
What is the context of Numbers 21:35?
Israel achieves total victory over Og and becomes master of all Trans-Jordan territory.