Numbers
Purpose
Traces Israel's journey from Sinai to the plains of Moab, recording census, rebellion, and God's faithfulness in the wilderness.
Author
Traditionally Moses
Time Period
Written c. 1440-1400 BC; events cover the 40 years of wilderness wandering
Key Themes
- Wilderness
- Rebellion
- Faithfulness
- Census
- Judgment
Outline
Preparation and census at Sinai (ch. 1-10); wanderings and rebellions (ch. 11-25); the new generation on the plains of Moab (ch. 26-36).