Numbers 10:33 asv — And they set forward from the mount of Jehovah three days’ journey; and the ark of the covenant of Jehovah went before…

American Standard Version

"And they set forward from the mount of Jehovah three days’ journey; and the ark of the covenant of Jehovah went before them three days’ journey, to seek out a resting-place for them. "

— Numbers 10:33, American Standard Version

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Numbers 10 — Context

30

And he said unto him, I will not go; but I will depart to mine own land, and to my kindred.

31

And he said, Leave us not, I pray thee; forasmuch as thou knowest how we are to encamp in the wilderness, and thou shalt be to us instead of eyes.

32

And it shall be, if thou go with us, yea, it shall be, that what good soever Jehovah shall do unto us, the same will we do unto thee.

33

And they set forward from the mount of Jehovah three days’ journey; and the ark of the covenant of Jehovah went before them three days’ journey, to seek out a resting-place for them.

34

And the cloud of Jehovah was over them by day, when they set forward from the camp.

35

And it came to pass, when the ark set forward, that Moses said, Rise up, O Jehovah, and let thine enemies be scattered; and let them that hate thee flee before thee.

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And when it rested, he said, Return, O Jehovah, unto the ten thousands of the thousands of Israel.

Numbers 10:33 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Numbers 10:33 say?
Numbers 10:33 in the American Standard Version reads: “And they set forward from the mount of Jehovah three days’ journey; and the ark of the covenant of Jehovah went before them three days’ journey, to seek out a resting-place for them. ”
Where is Numbers 10:33 in the Bible?
Numbers 10:33 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Numbers, chapter 10, verse 33.
Who wrote Numbers?
Numbers is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Numbers about?
Numbers records Israel's forty years of wilderness wandering — two censuses (hence the name), rebellions, the failure at Kadesh-Barnea, and the slow journey to the plains of Moab. It is a sober portrait of human unbelief and God's patient faithfulness across a generation.
What are the major themes of Numbers?
Numbers explores themes including Wilderness, Faithfulness, Rebellion, Guidance, Provision. These themes shape the meaning and context of Numbers 10:33.
What translation should I read Numbers 10:33 in?
Numbers 10:33 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Numbers 10:33?
Numbers 10:33 reads (ASV): “And they set forward from the mount of Jehovah three days’ journey; and the ark of the covenant of Jehovah went before them three days’ journey, to seek out a resting-place for them. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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