Numbers 32:20 web — Moses said to them, "If you will do this thing, if you will arm yourselves to go before Yahweh to the war,

World English Bible

"Moses said to them, "If you will do this thing, if you will arm yourselves to go before Yahweh to the war,"

— Numbers 32:20, World English Bible

Read in Another Translation

5 of 21 translations

Numbers 32:20 in Other Translations

6 versions All translations

Numbers 32 — Context

17

but we ourselves will be ready armed to go before the children of Israel, until we have brought them to their place: and our little ones shall dwell in the fortified cities because of the inhabitants of the land.

18

We will not return to our houses, until the children of Israel have inherited every man his inheritance.

19

For we will not inherit with them on the other side of the Jordan, and forward; because our inheritance is fallen to us on this side of the Jordan eastward."

20

Moses said to them, "If you will do this thing, if you will arm yourselves to go before Yahweh to the war,

21

and every armed man of you will pass over the Jordan before Yahweh, until he has driven out his enemies from before him,

22

and the land is subdued before Yahweh; then afterward you shall return, and be guiltless towards Yahweh, and towards Israel; and this land shall be to you for a possession before Yahweh.

23

"But if you will not do so, behold, you have sinned against Yahweh; and be sure your sin will find you out.

Numbers 32:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Numbers 32:20 say?
Numbers 32:20 in the World English Bible reads: “Moses said to them, "If you will do this thing, if you will arm yourselves to go before Yahweh to the war,”
Where is Numbers 32:20 in the Bible?
Numbers 32:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Numbers, chapter 32, verse 20.
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 32:20.
What translation should I read Numbers 32:20 in?
Numbers 32:20 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 32:20?
Numbers 32:20 reads (WEB): “Moses said to them, "If you will do this thing, if you will arm yourselves to go before Yahweh to the war,” 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.
GodsGoodBook logo

GodsGoodBook

Making God's Word accessible to everyone

Experience the Bible like never before with multiple translations, powerful search tools, and features to make God's Word personal to you. Completely free, forever.

Features

15+ Bible Translations
Powerful Search Tools
Highlight & Annotate
Share Verses
100% Free Forever
© 2025 GodsGoodBookVersion 1.8.2