The book of Numbers is the fourth book of the Hebrew Bible, and it tells the story of the Israelites' journey from Mount Sinai to the border of the Promised Land. The book is named after the two censuses that are recorded in it, and it covers a period of about 38 years. During this time, the Israelites faced many challenges, including a lack of food and water, attacks from enemies, and their own disobedience. However, God remained faithful to them, and he eventually led them to the Promised Land