This chart is part of a memory system for learning the key people, events, topics, and verses of all 929 Old Testament chapters.
INTRODUCTION
Written by Moses, Numbers recounts Israel’s 40-year journey through the wilderness, marked by rebellion, judgment, and God’s continued provision. It derives its name from two censuses taken of the people. It was likely written between 1446 and 1406 bc.
| CHAPTER/TOPICS | VERSES |
| 1. The first census of Israel’s fighting men. | 1:3 |
| 2. The tribes camp in order around the tabernacle. | 2:2 |
| 3. The sons of Aaron are set apart as priests. | 3:12 |
| 4. Duties of the Kohathites for holy things. | 4:15 |
| 5. Confession and restitution. | 5:6–7 |
| 6. The priestly blessing: “The Lord bless you and keep you.” | 6:24–26 |
| 7. Leaders bring offerings to dedicate the altar. | 7:2 |
| 8. Levites begin their service in the tabernacle. | 8:24 |
| 9. Observance of the Passover. | 9:2 |
| 10. Israel sets out from Sinai. | 10:12–13 |
| 11. Israel complains, and God sends quail—and a plague. | 11:4 |
| 12. Miriam and Aaron challenge Moses’ leadership. | 12:2 |
| 13. Twelve spies report on Canaan—ten fear, two trust. | 13:30–31 |
| 14. Israel rebels and is sentenced to wander 40 years. | 14:29–33 |
| 15. Tassels are commanded as a reminder to obey. | 15:38 |
| 16. The earth swallows Korah and his rebellion. | 16:32 |
| 17. Aaron’s rod buds as proof of his priesthood. | 17:8 |
| 18. Duties and provisions for priests and Levites. | 18:1 |
| 19. The red heifer ritual for purification. | 19:9 |
| 20. Moses strikes the rock and disobeys God. | 20:11 |
| 21. The bronze serpent brings healing. | 21:9 |
| 22. Balaam’s donkey speaks. | 22:28 |
| 23. Balaam blesses Israel instead of cursing them. | 23:9–12 |
| 24. A prophecy of a Star rising from Jacob. | 24:17 |
| 25. Israel sins with Moab—plague follows. | 25:9 |
| 26. A second census is taken of the new generation. | 26:2 |
| 27. Joshua is chosen to succeed Moses. | 27:18 |
| 28. Daily offerings and festival regulations. | 28:2 |
| 29. More offerings for the appointed feasts. | 29:1 |
| 30. Vows must be kept—integrity in speech. | 30:2 |
| 31. Israel defeats Midian in battle. | 31:7 |
| 32. Reuben and Gad request land east of the Jordan. | 32:1–5 |
| 33. A review of Israel’s journey from Egypt. | 33:2 |
| 34. Boundaries for the land of Canaan are set. | 34:2 |
| 35. Cities of refuge are appointed for justice. | 35:6 |
| 36. Inheritance rules for daughters in Israel. | 36:6 |
