In this daily Bible reading is the account of God instructing Moses regarding dividing the promised land among the tribes of Israel. The land was to be apportioned according to the size of each tribe.…
In this daily Bible reading God told Moses and Eleazar, the son of Aaron, to take a census of Israel of all the males 20 years old and upward, those able to go out to…
In this daily Bible reading is the account of Balak, King of Moab, again asking Balaam, the prophet, to curse Israel. Balaam told Balak that he could only speak words that God had given him…
Tips For Reading The Old Testament
The Old Testament is the foundation for Christians and Jews. Rabbis use it to gain insights into the history of Judaism, the relationship between humankind and God, and God’s…
In this daily Bible reading is the account of Israel establishing their camp on the border of Moab which borders the Jordan River. The King of Moab, Balak, was aware of Israel and was concerned…
In this daily Bible reading is the account of the people once again grumbling against God and Moses. They were tired and discouraged and were becoming impatient with the long journey. So, God once again…
In this daily Bible reading is the account of Moses committing the sin that would prevent him from entering the promised land. Israel had traveled to the Wilderness of Zin which was void of water.…
In this daily Bible reading is the account of the people grumbling against Moses and Aaron for causing the deaths of the people who rebelled against Moses and Aaron. Their grumblings displeased God. So, God…
In this daily Bible reading is the account of three Levites leading a rebellion against Moses and Aaron: Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. These men believed that they were just as capable as Moses and Aaron…
In this daily Bible reading is the account of God being angry with Israel for resisting entry into the promised land. Israel had reached the border of the land that God was going to give…