Saturday – Numbers 20 - Miriam, Aaron & Moses

It does seem like all good things must indeed come to an end. One of the most distinguished families in Israel's history began their last chapter in this chapter. Not to say that there won't be any more chapters about their lives and exploits, but for these three siblings, a long and wonderful success story begins to wind itself down.  Moses, Aaron and Miriam were looking at the sunset.

First, Miriam died. The same Miriam who had watched over Moses while he was floating in the Nile as a baby in a basket... the same Miriam who had led the women of faith in a triumphant song after the crossing of the Red Sea... that same Miriam, was gone.

Then, Aaron also died. In a very strange situation, God instructed Aaron and Moses to go up on Mt. Hor along with Eleazar, Aaron's son. There, God said, Aaron would die. And, he did. The position of high priest was passed on down to Eleazar on that day. So, only Moses remained. But, even Moses was on a downhill journey from this point forward.