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Zelophehad’s daughters

Brought a just inheritance case before Moses and the assembly.

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Focus · Numbers 27:1–11

Five daughters brought their inheritance case before Moses and the assembly.

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01 · In its setting

What was happening?

Their father died without sons, and the existing distribution threatened to erase his family’s place in the land.

02 · Read carefully

What does the text show?

Moses brought the case before the Lord, who said the daughters spoke rightly and gave a wider inheritance ruling. The passage joins respectful advocacy with a just response.

03 · Bring it into life

Consider your response

Bring a well-grounded concern forward when a rule overlooks those it should protect.

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Reflect together

  1. How did the daughters present their case?
  2. What makes an appeal both courageous and accountable?
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