Numbers 1:54
New International Version
The Israelites did all this just as the LORD commanded Moses.

New Living Translation
So the Israelites did everything just as the LORD had commanded Moses.

English Standard Version
Thus did the people of Israel; they did according to all that the LORD commanded Moses.

Berean Standard Bible
Thus the Israelites did everything just as the LORD had commanded Moses.

King James Bible
And the children of Israel did according to all that the LORD commanded Moses, so did they.

New King James Version
Thus the children of Israel did; according to all that the LORD commanded Moses, so they did.

New American Standard Bible
And the sons of Israel did so; in accordance with all that the LORD had commanded Moses, so they did.

NASB 1995
Thus the sons of Israel did; according to all which the LORD had commanded Moses, so they did.

NASB 1977
Thus the sons of Israel did; according to all which the LORD had commanded Moses, so they did.

Legacy Standard Bible
Thus the sons of Israel did; according to all which Yahweh had commanded Moses, so they did.

Amplified Bible
Thus the sons of Israel did these things; according to all that the LORD had commanded Moses, so they did.

Christian Standard Bible
The Israelites did everything just as the LORD had commanded Moses.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The Israelites did everything just as the LORD had commanded Moses.

American Standard Version
Thus did the children of Israel; according to all that Jehovah commanded Moses, so did they.

Contemporary English Version
The people of Israel did everything the LORD had commanded.

English Revised Version
Thus did the children of Israel; according to all that the LORD commanded Moses, so did they.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The Israelites did everything as the LORD commanded Moses.

Good News Translation
So the people of Israel did everything that the LORD had commanded Moses.

International Standard Version
The Israelis observed everything that the LORD had commanded Moses, doing exactly what they were told.

Majority Standard Bible
Thus the Israelites did everything just as the LORD had commanded Moses.

NET Bible
The Israelites did according to all that the LORD commanded Moses--that is what they did.

New Heart English Bible
Thus the children of Israel did. According to all that the LORD commanded Moses, so they did.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the children of Israel did according to all that the LORD commanded Moses, so did they.

World English Bible
Thus the children of Israel did. According to all that Yahweh commanded Moses, so they did.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the sons of Israel do according to all that YHWH has commanded Moses; so they have done.

Young's Literal Translation
And the sons of Israel do according to all that Jehovah hath commanded Moses; so they have done.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons of Israel shall do according to all which Jehovah commanded Moses; so did they.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the children of Israel did according to all things which the Lord had commanded Moses.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Therefore, the sons of Israel acted according to everything that the Lord had instructed Moses.

New American Bible
The Israelites complied; they did just as the LORD had commanded Moses.

New Revised Standard Version
The Israelites did so; they did just as the LORD commanded Moses.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the children of Israel did according to all that the LORD commanded Moses, so did they.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the children of Israel did as LORD JEHOVAH commanded Moshe; in this way they did.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Thus did the children of Israel; according to all that the LORD commanded Moses, so did they.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the children of Israel did according to all that the Lord commanded Moses and Aaron, so did they.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Exemption of the Levites
53But the Levites are to camp around the tabernacle of the Testimony and watch over it, so that no wrath will fall on the congregation of Israel. So the Levites are responsible for the tabernacle of the Testimony.” 54Thus the Israelites did everything just as the LORD had commanded Moses.

Cross References
Exodus 40:16
Moses did everything just as the LORD had commanded him.

Leviticus 8:4
So Moses did as the LORD had commanded him, and the assembly gathered at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting.

Deuteronomy 1:3
In the fortieth year, on the first day of the eleventh month, Moses proclaimed to the Israelites all that the LORD had commanded him concerning them.

Joshua 11:15
As the LORD had commanded His servant Moses, so Moses commanded Joshua. That is what Joshua did, leaving nothing undone of all that the LORD had commanded Moses.

1 Samuel 15:22
But Samuel declared: “Does the LORD delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices as much as in obedience to His voice? Behold, obedience is better than sacrifice, and attentiveness is better than the fat of rams.

1 Kings 2:3
And keep the charge of the LORD your God to walk in His ways and to keep His statutes, commandments, ordinances, and decrees, as written in the Law of Moses, so that you may prosper in all you do and wherever you turn,

2 Kings 18:6
He remained faithful to the LORD and did not turn from following Him; he kept the commandments that the LORD had given Moses.

2 Chronicles 30:12
Moreover, the power of God was on the people in Judah to give them one heart to obey the command of the king and his officials according to the word of the LORD.

Nehemiah 8:14
And they found written in the Law, which the LORD had commanded through Moses, that the Israelites were to dwell in booths during the feast of the seventh month,

Psalm 119:4
You have ordained Your precepts, that we should keep them diligently.

Isaiah 48:18
If only you had paid attention to My commandments, your peace would have been like a river, and your righteousness like waves of the sea.

Jeremiah 7:23
but this is what I commanded them: Obey Me, and I will be your God, and you will be My people. You must walk in all the ways I have commanded you, so that it may go well with you.

Ezekiel 37:24
My servant David will be king over them, and there will be one shepherd for all of them. They will follow My ordinances and keep and observe My statutes.

Matthew 28:20
and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

John 14:15
If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.


Treasury of Scripture

And the children of Israel did according to all that the LORD commanded Moses, so did they.

Numbers 2:34
And the children of Israel did according to all that the LORD commanded Moses: so they pitched by their standards, and so they set forward, every one after their families, according to the house of their fathers.

Exodus 23:21,22
Beware of him, and obey his voice, provoke him not; for he will not pardon your transgressions: for my name is in him…

Exodus 39:32,43
Thus was all the work of the tabernacle of the tent of the congregation finished: and the children of Israel did according to all that the LORD commanded Moses, so did they…

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Thus the Israelites did everything
This phrase emphasizes the obedience of the Israelites to God's commands. In the context of the Book of Numbers, this obedience is crucial as it sets the stage for their journey through the wilderness. The Israelites' compliance is a recurring theme in the Pentateuch, highlighting the importance of following divine instructions. This obedience is contrasted with later instances of rebellion, such as the incident with the golden calf (Exodus 32) and the refusal to enter the Promised Land (Numbers 14).

just as the LORD had commanded
The phrase underscores the direct communication between God and Moses, which is a central theme in the Torah. God's commands were not arbitrary but were given with purpose and precision. This reflects the covenant relationship between God and Israel, where obedience to God's law was a sign of faithfulness. The phrase also points to the meticulous nature of the law, as seen in the detailed instructions for the tabernacle (Exodus 25-31) and the sacrificial system (Leviticus).

Moses
Moses is a pivotal figure in the Old Testament, serving as the mediator between God and the Israelites. His leadership is characterized by his faithfulness and humility (Numbers 12:3). Moses is a type of Christ, as both are seen as deliverers and lawgivers. In the New Testament, Jesus is often compared to Moses, but as one who brings a new covenant (Hebrews 3:1-6). Moses' role in conveying God's commands to the people is foundational for understanding the structure and governance of Israel during their wilderness journey.

Persons / Places / Events
1. The Israelites
The descendants of Jacob, also known as Israel, who were chosen by God to be His people. In this context, they are in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt, preparing to enter the Promised Land.

2. The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant name of God, who delivered the Israelites from Egypt and gave them the Law through Moses.

3. Moses
The prophet and leader chosen by God to lead the Israelites out of Egypt and through the wilderness. He is the mediator between God and the people.

4. The Wilderness
The setting for the events of Numbers, where the Israelites are journeying and being prepared by God to enter the Promised Land.

5. The Commandments
The specific instructions given by God to Moses, which the Israelites are to follow. These include laws, rituals, and organizational instructions for the community.
Teaching Points
Obedience to God’s Commands
The Israelites' adherence to God's instructions through Moses serves as a model of obedience for believers today. It underscores the importance of following God's Word as a demonstration of faith and trust in Him.

The Role of Leadership
Moses' role as a leader and mediator highlights the importance of godly leadership in guiding others to follow God's commands. Leaders today are called to faithfully communicate and exemplify God's Word.

Community and Accountability
The collective obedience of the Israelites shows the significance of community in the faith journey. Believers are encouraged to support and hold each other accountable in living out God's commands.

God’s Faithfulness and Provision
The context of Numbers 1:54 reminds us of God's faithfulness in providing guidance and structure for His people. Trusting in God's provision and direction is crucial for navigating life's challenges.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Thus the Israelites
בְּנֵ֣י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

did
וַֽיַּעֲשׂ֖וּ (way·ya·‘ă·śū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 6213: To do, make

everything
כְּ֠כֹל (kə·ḵōl)
Preposition | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

just as
אֲשֶׁ֨ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

the LORD
יְהוָ֛ה (Yah·weh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

had commanded
צִוָּ֧ה (ṣiw·wāh)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6680: To lay charge (upon), give charge (to), command, order

Moses.
מֹשֶׁ֖ה (mō·šeh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 4872: Moses -- a great Israelite leader, prophet and lawgiver


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