Bible Strands
Numbers 9:8
“Wait here until I find out what the LORD commands concerning you,” Moses replied.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Moses responds to the Israelites who are asking why they must be excluded from the Passover due to ritual uncleanness. He tells them to remain in place while he seeks direct instruction from the LORD regarding their case.
The words — The Hebrew imperative עִמְדוּ ('im.Du) translates literally as "stand" or "wait," coupled with וְ/אֶשְׁמְעָה (ve./'esh.me.'Ah) "so let me hear" to mark Moses' deliberate pause for Yahweh's command.
The thread — This structural pattern of Moses halting to receive explicit revelation appears in Numbers 27:5 and aligns with the listening posture declared in Psalms 85:8.
Why it lands — The text records a procedural pause that requires readers to accept waiting on direct divine instruction as the necessary response to unresolved ritual or legal uncertainty.
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The Hebrew words
King James Version
And Moses said unto them, Stand still, and I will hear what the Lord will command concerning you.
Cross-references
- Numbers 27:5 So Moses brought their case before the LORD,
- Psalms 85:8 I will listen to what God the LORD will say; for He will surely speak peace to His people and His saints; He will not let them return to folly.
- Exodus 14:13 But Moses told the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the LORD’s salvation, which He will accomplish for you today; for the Egyptians you see today, you will never see again.
- Exodus 18:15 “Because the people come to me to inquire of God,” Moses replied.
- 2 Chronicles 20:17 You need not fight this battle. Take up your positions, stand firm, and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf, O Judah and Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out and face them tomorrow, for the LORD is with you.’”
- Psalms 25:14 The LORD confides in those who fear Him, and reveals His covenant to them.
- Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding;
- Ezekiel 2:7 But speak My words to them, whether they listen or refuse to listen, for they are rebellious.
- Ezekiel 3:17 “Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel. Whenever you hear a word from My mouth, give them a warning from Me.
- John 7:17 If anyone desires to do His will, he will know whether My teaching is from God or whether I speak on My own.