Book of Numbers | Bamidbar – Israel’s journey through the wilderness

Delve deeper into the weekly portions of Numbers

B’midbar (pronounced bemidbar) is the Hebrew name for the book we know as Numbers, the fourth book of the Pentateuch or Torah. This book begins after Israel has received the commandments and ordinances that would serve as the legal foundation for their life as a free people. B’midbar begins with a census of the men fit for war, and throughout its chapters the most significant events of Israel’s forty years of wandering through the desert are narrated.

Annual Torah Portion

Decisions That Shape Destiny

Numbers 30:1 – 36:13 | Parashot Mattot-Massei
Explore the story of Phinehas and discover powerful lessons about faithfulness, courage, justice, leadership, and the legacy we leave to the next generation.

The Faithfulness That Leaves a Lasting Legacy

Numbers 25:10 – 29:40 | Parashah Phinehas
Explore the story of Phinehas and discover powerful lessons about faithfulness, courage, justice, leadership, and the legacy we leave to the next generation.

No One Can Thwart Yehovah’s Purposes

Numbers 19:1 – 25:9 | Parashot Chukat – Balak
In the wilderness, Yehovah established order among the tribes of Israel, assigning each family its place and purpose. This portion reminds us that He leads His people with direction, structure, and wisdom.

Yehovah’s Order Is Not Negotiable

Numbers 16:1 – 18:32 | Parashah Korach
In the wilderness, Yehovah established order among the tribes of Israel, assigning each family its place and purpose. This portion reminds us that He leads His people with direction, structure, and wisdom.

When the Eyes Defeat Faith

Numbers 13:1 – 15:41 | Parashah Shelach Lecha
In the wilderness, Yehovah established order among the tribes of Israel, assigning each family its place and purpose. This portion reminds us that He leads His people with direction, structure, and wisdom.

Between Divine Guidance and Human Rebellion

Numbers 8:1 – 12:16 | Parashah Beha’alotcha
In the wilderness, Yehovah established order among the tribes of Israel, assigning each family its place and purpose. This portion reminds us that He leads His people with direction, structure, and wisdom.

Each One With His Burden and His Calling

Numbers 4:21 – 7:89 | Parashah Nasso
In the wilderness, Yehovah established order among the tribes of Israel, assigning each family its place and purpose. This portion reminds us that He leads His people with direction, structure, and wisdom.

Yehovah is a God of Order

Numbers 1:1 – 4:20 | Parashah B’midbar
In the wilderness, Yehovah established order among the tribes of Israel, assigning each family its place and purpose. This portion reminds us that He leads His people with direction, structure, and wisdom.