Numbers 30 Commentary
The aim of these instructions on vows seems to be an encouragement to treat one’s relationship with the LORD very seriously. The LORD isn’t an inanimate object like a stone that you can easily paint in different colors. So vows must be made seriously.
Another easy pick from this chapter is the order of authority expected in the community of God’s people. A man (as a father or husband) is available to bail out a woman when a stupid decision is made.
This chapter provides a layer of safety for women regarding vows. A man’s role in God’s creation is to take responsibility while the woman’s role is to share responsibility with a man in her life – the father or the husband.
The measure of grace given to the woman regarding decision-making is one of shared accountability. Therefore, her father or her husband can cancel her vows – and the LORD is agreeable. She honors the LORD by obedience.
The thought of one (father or husband) who can cancel and reverse stupid decisions for women is very cool. Men are desperate for this facility!
If a foolish decision came out, the man suffered the consequences, all by himself. The lack of options for men leaves us with a need for mediation.
The need for a Father or Husband is very clear. Jesus is called both.
Men don’t have to die. Mediation is available. It is easy to see the cross in these lines.
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