Numbers 17:11

11 Moses did just as God commanded him.

Numbers 17:11 Meaning and Commentary

Numbers 17:11

And Moses did so; as the Lord commanded him, even so did he.
] Took Aaron's rod, and laid it up before the ark for the purpose mentioned, being a faithful servant to God in all his house.

Numbers 17:11 In-Context

9 Moses brought out all the staffs from God's presence and presented them to the People of Israel. They took a good look. Each leader took the staff with his name on it.
10 God said to Moses, "Return Aaron's staff to the front of The Testimony. Keep it there as a sign to rebels. This will put a stop to the grumbling against me and save their lives."
11 Moses did just as God commanded him.
12 The People of Israel said to Moses, "We're as good as dead. This is our death sentence.
13 Anyone who even gets close to The Dwelling of God is as good as dead. Are we all doomed?"
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