Numbers 20:1

Then came the children of Israel, even the whole congregation, into the desert of Zin in the first month: and the people abode in Kadesh; and Miriam died there, and was buried there.

Cross-references

Numbers 20:28 narrates Aaron's death later in the same chapter — both verses chronicle the deaths of Miriam and Aaron during Israel's journey.

Numbers 20:22 Historical context

Numbers 20:22 continues the narrative, recording the journey from Kadesh to Mount Hor after the events here.

Numbers 12:10 recalls Miriam's leprosy for speaking against Moses—her death here concludes that earlier judgment.

Numbers 26:59 Historical context

Numbers 26:59 establishes Miriam as the sister of Moses and Aaron, clarifying her family role in this death notice.

Numbers 27:14 Historical context

Numbers 27:14 refers to the rebellion at Meribah in the Wilderness of Zin, the event that follows Miriam's death in Numbers 20.

Numbers 33:38 records Aaron's death at Mount Hor, paralleling Miriam's death here — both mark the passing of the original generation in the wilderness.

Numbers 33:36 Historical context

Numbers 33:36 lists the Wilderness of Zin (Kadesh) as a campsite in Israel's itinerary, matching the location here.

Numbers 34:4 Historical context

Numbers 34:4 includes Kadesh Barnea in the border description, the same location as the congregation's camp here.

Numbers 12:1 records Miriam's earlier rebellion; Numbers 20:1 records her death. Both verses involve the same person.

Numbers 13:21 mentions the Wilderness of Zin as the spies' starting point, the same region where the congregation arrives here.

Numbers 13:26 Historical context

Numbers 13:26 mentions Kadesh as the spies' base—same location where Miriam dies, providing context for the place.

Numbers 34:3 Related theme

Numbers 34:3 uses the Wilderness of Zin as the southern border of the promised land, the same geographical region.

Micah 6:4 Allusion

Micah 6:4 names Miriam among Israel's deliverers, confirming her significance—her death marks the loss of a key figure.

Deuteronomy 32:51 Historical context

Deuteronomy 32:51 recalls the trespass at Meribah Kadesh in the Wilderness of Zin, directly linking to this setting.

Deuteronomy 2:14 Historical context

Deuteronomy 2:14 marks 38 years from leaving Kadesh Barnea to the death of the wilderness generation — providing the timeframe for their return to Kadesh here.

Exodus 15:20 depicts Miriam as a prophetess leading worship—her death ends that prominent leadership.

Exodus 2:7 Contrast

Exodus 2:7 has Miriam arranging a nurse for Moses, highlighting her initiative as a young girl—now she dies in the wilderness.

Exodus 2:4 Contrast

Exodus 2:4 shows Miriam watching over baby Moses—her protective role early in life contrasts with her death here.

Deuteronomy 1:46 Historical context

Deuteronomy 1:46 recalls the prolonged stay at Kadesh, providing later context for why Israel remained there.

Judges 11:17 Historical context

Judges 11:17 details Israel's stay at Kadesh after Edom and Moab refused passage, directly echoing the setting.

Deuteronomy 1:3 Historical context

Deuteronomy 1:3 dates the start of Moses' final speech to the 40th year, 11th month — helping place this event (first month, same year) in the end of the wilderness period.

Joshua 15:3 Historical context

Joshua 15:3 traces the border through Zin and Kadesh Barnea, identical to the setting of Numbers 20:1.

Judges 11:16 Historical context

Judges 11:16 summarizes Israel's journey to Kadesh, referencing the same location in a historical review.

Joshua 15:1 Related theme

Joshua 15:1 assigns the Wilderness of Zin as the southern border of Judah's territory, referencing the same place.

Genesis 14:7 Historical context

Genesis 14:7 identifies Kadesh as En Mishpat, the same location where Miriam dies—a geographical link.