Miriam Becomes a Leper

Reading Portion

Num.12:1-15

Lesson Content

1. Miriam was the elder sister of Aaron and Moses (Num.26:59).

2. Miriam and Aaron speaking against Moses (Num.12:1,2).

3. God called Aaron and Miriam (Num.12:5).

4. The good report given by the Lord about Moses (Num.12:6-8).

5. The anger of the Lord kindled against Miriam and Aaron (Num.12:9).

6. Miriam became a leper (Num.12:10).

7. Aaron interceded with Moses on behalf of Miriam (Num. 12:11,12).

8. Moses cried unto God and God’s answer (Num.12:13,14).

9. The punishment meted out to Miriam by the Lord and as a result the journey of the Israelites hindered (Num.12:15).

Moral

They that have the rule over us have been appointed by God. Therefore we should not speak against them, even if they are younger than we are.