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Numbers 21:4 Β· KJV

"And 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."

King James Version

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Passage Context

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.
6And the LORD sent fiery serpents among the people, and they bit the people; and much people of Israel died.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you cope with feelings of discouragement?

2

What does it mean for you to persevere through tough times?

3

When have you felt overwhelmed during a journey or project?

Life Application

perseverance

Identify small steps you can take to keep moving forward, even when discouraged.

support

Reach out to friends or family when feeling down to share your burdens.

Places in This Verse

Mount Hor

Mount Hor is noted as a significant location in the wilderness where Aaron died, serving as a geographical marker during the Israelites' journey.

Edom(Southern Jordan today)

Edom was the territory of the descendants of Esau, located to the southeast of Israel, often in conflict with Israel during their history.

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