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Numbers 12

Why do you guys think God afflicted Miriam with leprosy instead of another disease?

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While they were at Hazeroth, Miriam and Aaron criticized Moses because he had married a Cu****e woman. They said, “Has the L ord spoken only through Moses? Hasn’t he spoken through us, too?” But the L ord heard them. (Now Moses was very humble—more humble than any other person on earth.) So immediately the L ord called to Moses, Aaron, and Miriam and said, “Go out to the Tabernacle, all three of you!” So the three of them went to the Tabernacle. Then the L ord descended in the pillar of cloud and stood at the entrance of the Tabernacle. “Aaron and Miriam!” he called, and they stepped forward. And the L ord said to them, “Now listen to what I say: “If there were prophets among you, I, the L ord , would reveal myself in visions. I would speak to them in dreams. But not with my servant Moses. Of all my house, he is the one I trust. I speak to him face to face, clearly, and not in riddles! He sees the L ord as he is. So why were you not afraid to criticize my servant Moses?” The L ord was very angry with them, and he departed. As the cloud moved from above the Tabernacle, there stood Miriam, her skin as white as snow from leprosy. When Aaron saw what had happened to her, (Numbers 12:1-10 NLT)

I think the fact that in verse 1, Miriam is named before Aaron is significant! She could have been the instigator of the mockery against Moses' wife. Did she feel threatened by her brother's wife? She was after all, along with her brothers, receiving words from God. Did she think the Cu****e (Ethiopian) skin color would be an easy way to deride her "rival" and make her feel inferior? Did she think of her rival as of lesser worth? She clearly seemed to disapprove of the union between Moses and the Cu****e woman.

God'd punishment, IMO, is somewhat of an irony: He chose to make her SUPER white (through leprosy), since she despised darker skin!

Thoughts?
 
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While they were at Hazeroth, Miriam and Aaron criticized Moses because he had married a Cu****e woman. They said, “Has the L ord spoken only through Moses? Hasn’t he spoken through us, too?” But the L ord heard them. (Now Moses was very humble—more humble than any other person on earth.) So immediately the L ord called to Moses, Aaron, and Miriam and said, “Go out to the Tabernacle, all three of you!” So the three of them went to the Tabernacle. Then the L ord descended in the pillar of cloud and stood at the entrance of the Tabernacle. “Aaron and Miriam!” he called, and they stepped forward. And the L ord said to them, “Now listen to what I say: “If there were prophets among you, I, the L ord , would reveal myself in visions. I would speak to them in dreams. But not with my servant Moses. Of all my house, he is the one I trust. I speak to him face to face, clearly, and not in riddles! He sees the L ord as he is. So why were you not afraid to criticize my servant Moses?” The L ord was very angry with them, and he departed. As the cloud moved from above the Tabernacle, there stood Miriam, her skin as white as snow from leprosy. When Aaron saw what had happened to her, (Numbers 12:1-10 NLT)

I think the fact that in verse 1, Miriam is named before Aaron is significant! She could have been the instigator of the mockery against Moses' wife. Did she feel threatened by her brother's wife? She was after all, along with her brothers, receiving words from God. Did she think the Cu****e (Ethiopian) skin color would be an easy way to deride her "rival" and make her feel inferior? Did she think of her rival as of lesser worth? She clearly seemed to disapprove of the union between Moses and the Cu****e woman.

God'd punishment, IMO, is somewhat of an irony: He chose to make her SUPER white (through leprosy), since she despised darker skin!

Thoughts?

Those were my thoughts exactly. Since she spoke against Moses' wife based on her skin God punished her by putting her in a situation to be shunned because of her skin. You're next :-)

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I haven't read the entire thread, and hope this hasn't been asked before:

Which book of the Bible is devoid of even a mention of God's name?
 
I haven't read the entire thread, and hope this hasn't been asked before:

Which book of the Bible is devoid of even a mention of God's name?

This will be interesting. Can't wait until someone answers this because I have no clue.

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Revisiting this thought.....I agree Miriam was angry at Moses for marrying the Cu****e woman; but it's something to God that is beyond skin color. She spoke and disrespected God's servant, His mouthpiece to the people... that's why she was punished. Her punishment was for the sin that was in her heart (in this case, envy and jealousy for the Ethiopian woman..whom I understand was the daughter of a direct descendant of Abraham). In those days, someone having leprosy was considered "dead" to everyone else, so they had to live as an outcast. Miriam was to know what that felt like as punishment for sinning against God. If you note, she was an outcast for seven days.. 7 is God's number for divine completion. So she was redeemed after seven days. This all had to happened that way because Jesus wasn't born into earth yet, of course.

Would love to hear others' take on this as well...


Those were my thoughts exactly. Since she spoke against Moses' wife based on her skin God punished her by putting her in a situation to be shunned because of her skin. You're next :-)

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Revisiting this thought.....I agree Miriam was angry at Moses for marrying the Cu****e woman; but it's something to God that is beyond skin color. She spoke and disrespected God's servant, His mouthpiece to the people... that's why she was punished. Her punishment was for the sin that was in her heart (in this case, envy and jealousy for the Ethiopian woman..whom I understand was the daughter of a direct descendant of Abraham). In those days, someone having leprosy was considered "dead" to everyone else, so they had to live as an outcast. Miriam was to know what that felt like as punishment for sinning against God. If you note, she was an outcast for seven days.. 7 is God's number for divine completion. So she was redeemed after seven days. This all had to happened that way because Jesus wasn't born into earth yet, of course.

Would love to hear others' take on this as well...

Love this Laela. Thanks.

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kikigirl said:
Your turn DaiseeDay. :)

I love the book of Esther.

Although it has no mention of "God", the book of Esther does have theological significance and relevance to our Salvation. What is that?
 
Mart 6:33

But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.

What are the "things" that this scripture speaks of?
 
“So don’t worry about these things, saying, ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’ These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need. (Matthew 6:31-33 NLT)

My version says "everything you need", so I think the things referred to were: things to eat, things to eat, things to wear, i.e basic needs.

ETA: and definitely needs beyond basic ones. God knows ALL our needs.
 
Sorry ladies for the hiatus but if you feel your answer is correct just mention or tag me include the scripture to support your answer and continue if I don't respond in a timely manner.
 
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Question:
What were the two columns called on the temple built by Solomon?
 
OK I'll answer.. :lol:

Jakin (Jachin) and Boas (Boaz)

1 Kings 7:20-22- AMP
20 The capitals were upon the two pillars and also above the rounded projection beside the network. There were 200 pomegranates in two rows round about, and so with the other capital.
21 Hiram set up the pillars of the porch of the temple; he set up the right pillar and called its name Jachin [he will establish], and he set up the left pillar and called its name Boaz [in strength].
22 On the tops of the pillars was lily work [design]. So the work of the pillars was finished.


I love that Boaz means strength.... a quality characteristic to have in a husband :yep:

Good to *see* you back, HealthyHair!



Question:
What were the two columns called on the temple built by Solomon?
 
Solomon...his mother Bathsheba (with backing from Nathan, the prophet) had to remind David of his promise to make the boy king ...


Ref: 1 Kings 1




Who was King David's successor and who helped persuade him to make his choice?
 
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