What does Numbers 31:2 mean?

Numbers 31:2 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Numbers 31:2 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Avenge the children of Israel of the Midianites: afterward shalt thou be gathered unto thy people.

1And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,

2Avenge the children of Israel of the Midianites: afterward shalt thou be gathered unto thy people.

3And Moses spake unto the people, saying, Arm some of yourselves unto the war, and let them go against the Midianites, and avenge the LORD of Midian.

4Of every tribe a thousand, throughout all the tribes of Israel, shall ye send to the war.

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