Numbers 31:31Moses and Eleazar the priest did as Yahweh commanded Moses.
The setting
Wilderness camp, ~1405 BC. Moses and Eleazar meticulously follow God's distribution commands after a brutal war. Modern-day Jordan.
The emotion here: solemn respect while recording faithful obedience
The original word
asah (עשה) — to do, accomplish completely, not partial obedience
Why it matters
Eleazar was Aaron's son who became high priest after Aaron died on Mount Hor
Read with care
What most readers miss in Numbers 31:31
This simple sentence shows leadership unity - no arguments about God's uncomfortable commands
Common misconceptionPeople think simple obedience is easy, but Moses and Eleazar had to distribute wealth while families grieved their war dead.
The thread continues
Verses that echo Numbers 31:31
Bible Genome reading
Numbers 31:31 — Bible Genome reading
Emotional genome
Numbers 31:31 comes from the book of Numbers, written during the exodus period. These words are attributed to Narrator. The dominant emotion in this verse is resting, with a comfort power of 40% and a tone that is reflective. It belongs to the narrative genre of biblical literature. Key themes include obedience, completion. Notable phrases: as Yahweh commanded Moses; Moses and Eleazar.
Emotionally similar
Verses that meet the same resting
“Love is patient and is kind; love doesn't envy. Love doesn't brag, is not proud,”
— 1 Corinthians 13:4
“When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, "It is finished." He bowed his head, and gave up his spirit.”
— John 19:30
“Yahweh is my shepherd: I shall lack nothing.”
— Psalms 23:1
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me. Your rod and your staff, they comfor…”
— Psalms 23:4
“"Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth."”
— Psalms 46:10
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