Numbers 12:10

And the cloud departed from off the tabernacle; and, behold, Miriam became leprous, white as snow: and Aaron looked upon Miriam, and, behold, she was leprous.

Cross-references

Exodus 33:7-10 describes the cloud descending at the tent for God's presence — here its departure signifies judgment, a reversal.

Leviticus 13:2 Historical context

Leviticus 13:2 provides the diagnostic criteria for leprosy — the same condition that struck Miriam here.

Leviticus 13:3–46 Historical context

Leviticus 13:3-46 outlines the laws for isolating lepers — explaining why Miriam was shut out of the camp.

Deuteronomy 24:9 directly commands Israel to remember what God did to Miriam — a clear reference to this event as a lesson.

2 Kings 5:27 records Gehazi struck with leprosy like snow — the same divine punishment for sin as Miriam's.

2 Kings 15:5 tells of King Azariah becoming a leper as divine punishment — mirroring Miriam's fate.

2 Chronicles 26:19-21 describes Uzziah's leprosy on his forehead and his isolation — similar to Miriam's judgment.

Ezekiel 10:18 shows the glory of the LORD departing from the temple — a direct parallel to the cloud's departure here.

Leviticus 13:10 details white skin and hair in leprosy — matching Miriam's appearance as white as snow.