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Numbers 21:3 · KJV

"And the LORD hearkened to the voice of Israel, and delivered up the Canaanites; and they utterly destroyed them and their cities: and he called the name of the place Hormah."

King James Version

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Passage Context

1And when king Arad the Canaanite, which dwelt in the south, heard tell that Israel came by the way of the spies; then he fought against Israel, and took some of them prisoners.
2And Israel vowed a vow unto the LORD, and said, If thou wilt indeed deliver this people into my hand, then I will utterly destroy their cities.
3And the LORD hearkened to the voice of Israel, and delivered up the Canaanites; and they utterly destroyed them and their cities: and he called the name of the place Hormah.
4And they journeyed from mount Hor by the way of the Red sea, to compass the land of Edom: and the soul of the people was much discouraged because of the way.
5And the people spake against God, and against Moses, Wherefore have ye brought us up out of Egypt to die in the wilderness? for there is no bread, neither is there any water; and our soul loatheth this light bread.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does witnessing victory in your life affect your faith?

2

What does it mean for you to trust in God's deliverance?

3

When have you experienced a breakthrough after a long struggle?

Life Application

faith

Celebrate the victories in your life as reminders of God's faithfulness.

courage

Encourage others who are facing battles to trust in God's provision and timing.

Places in This Verse

Hormah

Hormah was a location in Canaan where the Israelites achieved a significant victory over the Canaanites, symbolizing God's support in their conquest.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

The victory over the Canaanites foreshadows the ultimate victory of Jesus over sin and death.

See also: Romans 8:37

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