Numbers
“The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.”
Numbers 6:26
Numbers 6:26 (KJV) speaks to peace, God's peace promise, and blessedness — words set in Numbers, the record of Israel's years in the wilderness. Sit with it for a moment, and let the words do their quiet work.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
John 14:27“And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:7“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.”
Isaiah 26:3“Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them.”
Psalms 119:165“And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.”
Colossians 3:15“The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.”
Psalms 29:11
Common questions
What does Numbers 6:26 mean?
In the King James Version, Numbers 6:26 reads: "The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace." The verse speaks to peace, God's peace promise, and blessedness. To read it well, take it in the flow of Numbers 6 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is Numbers 6:26 in the King James Version?
Yes. "The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace." is Numbers 6:26 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Numbers chapter 6.
What are some related Bible verses to Numbers 6:26?
Verses that sit beside Numbers 6:26 include John 14:27, Philippians 4:7, and Isaiah 26:3. Reading them alongside Numbers 6:26 deepens the theme of peace.
How can I pray with Numbers 6:26?
Read Numbers 6:26 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.