In these chapters, Moses made two trumpets for the Priests to blow to call the nation to assembly. The cloud of the Lord lifted from the tabernacle, and the people began their journey toward the Promised Land. This section is full of opposition to both Moses and Aaron and their leadership which was given by God. Some people complained about their hardships. Some complained about the food. Miriam and Aaron complained about Moses' wife, as well as declared that God had called them too. After 12 men scoped out the land, 10 believed they could not do it, two believed they could. The people complained because God had brought them here. Some Levites and Reubenites rose up against Moses and Aaron, people complained again, and with every one of these instances, the Lord brought punishment especially on the instigators, Moses and Aaron interceded, and the Lord showed mercy. The Lord affirmed His calling on both men, and even had Aaron's staff bud, blossom, and produce almonds in one night. Interspersed through these chapters are duties of the Levites and Priests, various offerings, and the water for cleansing items and people so they could be ceremonially clean.
