Let students answer. "Miriam and Aaron spake against Moses because of … God rebuketh Aaron and Miriam, Numbers 12:6-9. Numbers 12:1. 3 Now the man Moses was very meek, more than all people who were on the face of the … Miriam, sister of Moses, was a leader as prophetess and Aaron, Moses’ brother, as high priest, was a spiritual leader of the entire nation. Miriam, Aaron and Moses were clearly deeply loved by G-d, were especially gifted people, but we're still people. 2) Numbers 12 – Miriam and Aaron Speak Against Moses 10‐20 minutes Optional: Storybook or visuals of this story to show kids (if available) Can I get a volunteer to read Numbers 12:1‐2? They erred in judgement. 3 Now the man Moses was very meek, more than all people who were on the face of the earth. 3. Moses, Aaron, and Miriam were a team sent by God to help the nation of Israel (Micah 6:4). 14, 1887, p. 141. Korah’s revolt among the leaders (Num 16) 5. 11 God can count on Moses -- unlike Aaron who vacillated when Moses was on the mountain and caused great harm to the nation. The 12-spy report; doubts & delays (Num 13) 2. They would be punished (or not) according to G-d's view: that is, a view that includes the panoramic inclusion of their immortal life. Spoke against Moses What does the term “speak or talk against” mean? When Aaron and Miriam rebelled against Moses, why was only Miriam punished with leprosy? Miriam did so in a negative way and thus became guilty of slander. E. Dennett. Catastrophe at Kadesh (Num 13-20:13) 1. At once the LORD said to Moses, Aaron and Miriam, ‘Come out to the Tent of Meeting, all three of you.’ So the three of them came out. This means that Miriam opposed Moses' course of action and therefore she turned to Aaron for support. This is not said in so many words but can be clearly gathered from the context. Rebellion leads to defeat (Num 14) 3. Miriam is mentioned before Aaron as being the chief instigator and leader of the sedition.Miriam and Aaron murmur against Moses, Numbers 12:1-3. Now the sister and brother challenge Moses about his wife. 12:1 Miriam and Aaron spoke against Moses because of the Cushite woman whom he had married, for he had married a Cushite woman.2 And they said, “Has the LORD indeed spoken only through Moses?Has he not spoken through us also?” And the LORD heard it. Offerings and remembrance tassels (Num 15) 4. “The Leprosy of Miriam,” woodcut from 1583 Bible. Discussion Questions: What did Aaron and Miriam do? Has he not spoken through us also?” And the Lord heard it. Everybody in Israel knew that these three team mates were God’s chosen servants, but that Moses was the leader. 12 Miriam and Aaron spoke against Moses because of the Cushite woman whom he had married, for he had married a Cushite woman. gave her a supernatural skin condition, which He cured. Numbers 12 Miriam and Aaron Oppose Moses. Hebrew: kushiyth (Koo-sheeth’) a Cushite woman (Strongs Hebrew Dictionary). “Then Miriam and Aaron spoke against Moses because of the Ethiopian woman whom he had married; for he had married an Ethiopian woman”. 2 And they said, “Has the Lord indeed spoken only through Moses? She disapproved of Moses' marriage and thus damaged his position and good name. She is mentioned as prophetess in Exodus 15:20-21, above and in Numbers 12 as well. The main explanation seems to be that Miriam was held more responsible because she instigated the challenge in the first place and then enlisted Aaron to support her. Now the Lord asks why Aaron and Miriam weren't afraid to speak against Moses, since he is … He (briefly!) Miriam and Aaron oppose Moses (Num 12) B. I sent Moses to lead you, also Aaron and Miriam.” – Michah 6:4 . Miriam becometh leprous, Numbers 12:10. Q. The instruction found in this chapter is most striking and solemn instruction never more needed than at the present moment. Then the LORD came down in a pillar of cloud; he stood at the entrance to the Tent and summoned Aaron and Miriam. Aaron’s staff of vindication, a sign for rebels (Num 17) 6. It is believed that as Moses taught the men the Torah, Miriam led the women and taught them, too. Numbers 12. God commandeth him, Aaron, and Miriam to come to the tabernacle, which they did, Numbers 12:4,5. The Sin of Miriam and Aaron. Numbers 12:1–8 (). (Now Moses was a very humble man, more humble than anyone else on the face of the earth.) Christian Friend vol. They follow this up, with a challenge to his leadership. Aaron and Miriam knew about God; Moses knew God personally!