LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal name of the God of Israel, YHWH, who reveals Himself to His people, enters into covenant with them, and is the source of all holiness, justice, and salvation. It signifies the self-existent, eternal, and unchanging nature of the Creator.
Avengeנָקַם
naqam · Hebrew Verb
To inflict penalty or retribution for a wrong or injury; in a biblical context, it often refers to God’s righteous judicial action against those who oppose His people or His holiness. It is an expression of divine justice rather than personal, sinful retaliation.
people of Israelיִשְׂרָאֵל
Yisra’el · Hebrew Noun
A descriptive term for the covenant people of God, chosen by Him to be a light to the nations and the vehicle through which His redemptive purposes are fulfilled in history. It signifies their identity as belonging exclusively to God.
Midianitesמִדְיָנִי
Midyan · Hebrew Proper Noun
A Semitic people descended from Midian, a son of Abraham and Keturah, historically linked to the region east of the Gulf of Aqaba and central Transjordan; they often functioned as adversaries to the Israelites during their wilderness wanderings.
gathered to your peopleאָסַף
asaph el-ammu · Hebrew Verb phrase
A euphemistic expression for death, suggesting a transition into the presence of one's ancestors in the afterlife. It acknowledges the mortality of the patriarchs and leaders of Israel.
Arm menחָלַץ
chalats · Hebrew Verb
To prepare for or engage in organized conflict; in a spiritual sense, it often refers to the exertion of effort or the equipping of believers to fulfill God's commands or defend the faith against opposition.
LORD’s vengeanceנְקָמָה
neqamah · Hebrew Noun
A reference to the righteous judgment of God against His enemies. It signifies that God is the ultimate Judge who vindicates His people and executes justice upon those who stand against His moral order.
tribesמַטֶּה
matteh · Hebrew Noun
A foundational social and administrative unit in Israel, reflecting the twelve sons of Jacob. Each tribe maintained its unique identity while remaining part of the unified covenant community under God.
Mosesמֹשֶׁה
Mosheh · Hebrew Proper Noun
A title for the leader of Israel, the mediator of the Mosaic Covenant, and the prophet through whom God delivered the Law. In this context, he acts as the authorized agent of God's command.
priestכֹּהֵן
kohen · Hebrew Noun
The hereditary religious leaders responsible for officiating sacrifices, maintaining the tabernacle, and representing the people before God. They were drawn exclusively from the tribe of Levi and the family of Aaron.
sanctuaryקֹדֶשׁ
qodesh · Hebrew Noun
The portable tent of meeting and its associated holy items, representing the dwelling place of God's presence among His people. It served as the center of Israel's cultic and communal life.
trumpetsחֲצֹצְרָה
hatsotsrah · Hebrew Noun
Instruments used by priests in Israel for signaling, worship, and announcing the presence of God or the declaration of holy war. Their sound was intended to evoke God's remembrance and intervention.
LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
Yahweh, the covenant-making, self-existent God of Israel who revealed Himself to Moses. He is the supreme authority and commander of Israel's military and national life.
Midianמִדְיָן
Midyan · Hebrew Proper Noun
A nomadic, adversarial people group historically hostile to Israel, often associated with the influence of Balaam and idolatry. They became a symbol of divine judgment against those who oppose God's people.
Balaamבִּלְעָם
Bileam · Hebrew Proper Noun
A divination specialist from Pethor hired to curse Israel. He is characterized in Scripture as a false prophet who sought financial gain and ultimately led Israel into sin, serving as a warning against spiritual compromise.
swordחֶרֶב
chereb · Hebrew Noun
The primary weapon for close-quarters combat, often symbolizing judgment, authority, or the instrument by which God's justice is executed against His enemies.
Israelיִשְׂרָאֵל
Yisra'el · Hebrew Proper Noun
The covenant community chosen by God, descended from the patriarch Jacob. They are defined by their submission to the Mosaic Law and their status as the people of the LORD.
plunderבַּז
baz · Hebrew Noun
Spoils of war, including property, livestock, and captives taken by a victorious army. In the context of the conquest, plunder was often subject to divine decree regarding what should be consecrated to the LORD and what could be taken by the soldiers.
spoilמַלְקוֹחַ
malqoaḥ · Hebrew Noun
Refers to the goods, property, or captives taken from an enemy in war. In a biblical context, spoil often refers to the spoils of war dedicated to God or distributed among the people after victory.
plunderשָׁלָל
šālāl · Hebrew Noun
Refers to items or assets seized or taken by force, usually during military conquest. It implies the result of plunder or pillage.
captivesשְׁבִי
šebî · Hebrew Noun
Individuals taken prisoner during military conflict. In the Old Testament, captives were often subject to the laws of war, which varied based on divine instruction regarding specific nations.
priestכֹּהֵן
kōhēn · Hebrew Noun
A holy office appointed by God, responsible for mediating between God and the people, offering sacrifices, and interpreting divine law. The priest served as a representative for Israel before the Lord.
congregationעֵדָה
ʿēdâ · Hebrew Noun
The assembly of Israel, representing the entirety of God's covenant people. It highlights their corporate identity as a nation set apart for the Lord.
