4 pairs
Numbers 25:1-3 describes Israel's sin with the Moabite women and their worship of Baal of Peor. Revelation 2:14 references this event as a warning to the church in Pergamum about the teachings of Balaam, who led Israel into sin.
Thematic focusIdolatry, Immorality, Warning.
Numbers 25:7-8 recounts Phinehas' zealous act to stop the plague among the Israelites. Psalm 106:30-31 commends Phinehas for his righteousness, which was credited to him for generations.
Thematic focusZeal for God, Righteousness, Intercession.
Numbers 25:11-13 describes God's covenant of peace with Phinehas for his zealous action. Malachi 2:4-5 refers to the covenant of peace with Levi, highlighting the priestly role and covenant of life and peace.
Thematic focusCovenant, Priesthood, Peace.
Numbers 25:14-15 mentions Zimri, a leader of a Simeonite family, who was killed for his sin. 1 Chronicles 1:44 lists the leaders of the Simeonite families, providing context to the significance of Zimri's position.
Thematic focusLeadership, Consequences of Sin.