Numbers 32:18 cpdv — We will not return to our houses, even until the sons of Israel may possess their inheritance.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"We will not return to our houses, even until the sons of Israel may possess their inheritance. "

— Numbers 32:18, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Numbers 32 — Context

15

But if you are not willing to follow him, he will leave the people behind in the wilderness, and you will have been the cause of all our deaths.”

16

But approaching closer, they said: “We will manufacture sheep pens and cattle stalls, as well as fortified cities, for our little ones.

17

But we ourselves will continue on, armed and girded for battle, before the sons of Israel, until we lead them to their places. Our little ones, and whatever we may be able to have, shall be in walled cities, because of the treachery of the inhabitants.

18

We will not return to our houses, even until the sons of Israel may possess their inheritance.

19

Neither will we seek anything across the Jordan, because we already have our possession on its eastern side.”

20

And Moses said to them: “If you accomplish what you have promised, you may go out, equipped for battle, before the Lord.

21

And let every fighting man cross over the Jordan, until the Lord overthrows his enemies,

Numbers 32:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Numbers 32:18 say?
Numbers 32:18 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “We will not return to our houses, even until the sons of Israel may possess their inheritance. ”
Where is Numbers 32:18 in the Bible?
Numbers 32:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Numbers, chapter 32, verse 18.
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 32:18.
What translation should I read Numbers 32:18 in?
Numbers 32:18 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 32:18?
Numbers 32:18 reads (CPDV): “We will not return to our houses, even until the sons of Israel may possess their inheritance. ” 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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