Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary

Numbers 5

In this chapter we have, I. An order, pursuant to the laws already made, for the removing of the unclean out of the camp, Numbers 5:1-5:4. II. A repetition of the laws concerning restitution, in case of wrong done to a neighbour (Numbers 5:5-5:8), and concerning the appropriating of the hallowed things to the priests, Numbers 5:9, 5:10. III. A new law made concerning the trial of a wife suspected of adultery, by the waters of jealousy, Numbers 5:11-5:31 MHBCC 123.1