Ezekiel 46:6
Ezekiel 46:6 in Multiple Translations
On the day of the New Moon he shall offer a young, unblemished bull, six lambs, and a ram without blemish.
And in the day of the new moon it shall be a young bullock without blemish, and six lambs, and a ram: they shall be without blemish.
And on the day of the new moon it shall be a young bullock without blemish, and six lambs, and a ram; they shall be without blemish:
And at the time of the new moon it is to be a young ox of the herd without a mark on him, and six lambs and a male sheep, all without a mark:
On the day of the New Moon he is to offer a young bull, six lambs, and a ram. They are all to be without defects.
And in the day of the newe moone it shall be a yong bullocke without blemish, and sixe lambes and a ram: they shalbe without blemish.
And on the day of the new moon a bullock, a son of the herd, a perfect one, and six lambs and a ram, they are perfect.
On the day of the new moon it shall be a young bull without defect, six lambs, and a ram. They shall be without defect.
And in the day of the new moon it shall be a young bullock without blemish, and six lambs, and a ram: they shall be without blemish.
And on the day of the new moon a calf of the herd without blemish: and the six lambs, and the rams shall be without blemish.
Then each day that there is a new moon, he must offer a young bull, six lambs and a ram, all with no defects.
Berean Amplified Bible — Ezekiel 46:6
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Ezekiel 46:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/בְ/י֣וֹם
הַ/חֹ֔דֶשׁ
פַּ֥ר
בֶּן
בָּקָ֖ר
תְּמִימִ֑ם
וְ/שֵׁ֧שֶׁת
כְּבָשִׂ֛ם
וָ/אַ֖יִל
תְּמִימִ֥ם
יִהְיֽוּ
וּ/בְ/י֣וֹם
yôwm
H3117
day
Conj | Prep | N-ms
הַ/חֹ֔דֶשׁ
chôdesh
H2320
month
Art | N-ms
פַּ֥ר
par
H6499
bullock
N-ms
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
בָּקָ֖ר
bâqâr
H1241
cattle
N-cs
תְּמִימִ֑ם
tâmîym
H8549
unblemished
Adj
וְ/שֵׁ֧שֶׁת
shêsh
H8337
six
Conj | Adj
כְּבָשִׂ֛ם
kebes
H3532
lamb
N-mp
וָ/אַ֖יִל
ʼayil
H352
ram
Conj | N-ms
תְּמִימִ֥ם
tâmîym
H8549
unblemished
Adj
יִהְיֽוּ
hâyâh
H1961
to be
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Ezekiel 46:6
וּ/בְ/י֣וֹם
yôwm
H3117
"day"
Conj | Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
הַ/חֹ֔דֶשׁ
chôdesh
H2320
"month"
Art | N-ms
The Hebrew term for month, specifically referring to the new moon and the lunar cycle, as described in the book of Exodus and the festivals of Israel. It marks the beginning of a new month in the Hebrew calendar.
Definition: : month 1) the new moon, month, monthly 1a) the first day of the month 1b) the lunar month
Usage: Occurs in 224 OT verses. KJV: month(-ly), new moon. See also: Genesis 7:11; 1 Chronicles 3:4; Psalms 81:4.
פַּ֥ר
par
H6499
"bullock"
N-ms
This Hebrew word means a young bull or ox, often used as a sacrifice in the Bible. In Exodus, a bullock is used as an offering to God. The word describes a strong and powerful animal.
Definition: young bull, steer, bullock
Usage: Occurs in 119 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] young) bull(-ock), calf, ox. See also: Genesis 32:16; Numbers 28:20; Psalms 22:13.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
בָּקָ֖ר
bâqâr
H1241
"cattle"
N-cs
Domesticated cattle or oxen, used for work or sacrifice, like the animals used in the temple sacrifices in 1 Kings 8:63.
Definition: 1) cattle, herd, oxen, ox 1a) cattle (generic pl. but sing. in form-coll) 1b) herd (particular one) 1c) head of cattle (individually)
Usage: Occurs in 172 OT verses. KJV: beeve, bull ([phrase] -ock), [phrase] calf, [phrase] cow, great (cattle), [phrase] heifer, herd, kine, ox. See also: Genesis 12:16; Deuteronomy 8:13; Psalms 66:15.
תְּמִימִ֑ם
tâmîym
H8549
"unblemished"
Adj
This Hebrew word means unblemished or perfect, like an animal without defects. It describes something or someone that is whole and complete, like the sacrifices in Leviticus. It is used to describe integrity and truth.
Definition: : unblemished/perfect 1) complete, whole, entire, sound 1a) complete, whole, entire 1b) whole, sound, healthful 1c) complete, entire (of time) 1d) sound, wholesome, unimpaired, innocent, having integrity 1e) what is complete or entirely in accord with truth and fact (neuter adj/subst)
Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: without blemish, complete, full, perfect, sincerely (-ity), sound, without spot, undefiled, upright(-ly), whole. See also: Genesis 6:9; Deuteronomy 18:13; Psalms 15:2.
וְ/שֵׁ֧שֶׁת
shêsh
H8337
"six"
Conj | Adj
This Hebrew word means the number six, and is often used in the Bible to describe measurements, like the six days of creation in Genesis 1.
Definition: 1) six 1a) six (cardinal number) 1b) sixth (ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers Aramaic equivalent: shet (שֵׁת "six" H8353)
Usage: Occurs in 202 OT verses. KJV: six(-teen, -teenth), sixth. See also: Genesis 7:6; 1 Kings 6:6; Proverbs 6:16.
כְּבָשִׂ֛ם
kebes
H3532
"lamb"
N-mp
This word refers to a young ram or lamb, old enough to butt or fight. In the Bible, it is used to describe the animals used for sacrifice or as a symbol of innocence.
Definition: lamb, sheep, young ram
Usage: Occurs in 100 OT verses. KJV: lamb, sheep. See also: Exodus 12:5; Numbers 28:7; Proverbs 27:26.
וָ/אַ֖יִל
ʼayil
H352
"ram"
Conj | N-ms
A strong tree, like an oak or a ram, symbolizes strength and power, as seen in 1 Kings 7:2 where Solomon builds a house with strong pillars. It can also refer to a chief or leader, like in 1 Chronicles 12:14 where the leaders of the tribes are listed.
Definition: 1) ram 1a) ram (as food) 1b) ram (as sacrifice) 1c) ram (skin dyed red, for tabernacle)
Usage: Occurs in 171 OT verses. KJV: mighty (man), lintel, oak, post, ram, tree. See also: Genesis 15:9; Numbers 28:20; Psalms 66:15.
תְּמִימִ֥ם
tâmîym
H8549
"unblemished"
Adj
This Hebrew word means unblemished or perfect, like an animal without defects. It describes something or someone that is whole and complete, like the sacrifices in Leviticus. It is used to describe integrity and truth.
Definition: : unblemished/perfect 1) complete, whole, entire, sound 1a) complete, whole, entire 1b) whole, sound, healthful 1c) complete, entire (of time) 1d) sound, wholesome, unimpaired, innocent, having integrity 1e) what is complete or entirely in accord with truth and fact (neuter adj/subst)
Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: without blemish, complete, full, perfect, sincerely (-ity), sound, without spot, undefiled, upright(-ly), whole. See also: Genesis 6:9; Deuteronomy 18:13; Psalms 15:2.
יִהְיֽוּ
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
Study Notes — Ezekiel 46:6
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- Context
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- Ezekiel 46:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 46:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 46:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:6
- Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 46:6
- Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 46:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:6
Context — The Prince’s Offerings
4The burnt offering that the prince presents to the LORD on the Sabbath day shall be six unblemished male lambs and an unblemished ram.
5The grain offering with the ram shall be one ephah, and the grain offering with the lambs shall be as much as he is able, along with a hin of oil per ephah.
6On the day of the New Moon he shall offer a young, unblemished bull, six lambs, and a ram without blemish.
7He is to provide a grain offering of an ephah with the bull, an ephah with the ram, and as much as he is able with the lambs, along with a hin of oil per ephah. 8When the prince enters, he shall go in through the portico of the gateway, and he shall go out the same way.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ezekiel 46:1 | “This is what the Lord GOD says: ‘The gate of the inner court that faces east must be kept shut during the six days of work, but on the Sabbath day and on the day of the New Moon it shall be opened. |
Ezekiel 46:6 Summary
[This verse tells us that on the day of the New Moon, the prince would offer a young, unblemished bull, six lambs, and a ram without blemish to God. This shows that the prince wanted to honor God with the best and purest sacrifices, just like we're encouraged to do in Romans 12:1. By offering these sacrifices, the prince was demonstrating his commitment to worshiping God and following His commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 17:1. This reminds us that our worship should be a priority and a regular part of our lives, as seen in Psalm 100:4.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of offering a young, unblemished bull on the day of the New Moon?
The offering of a young, unblemished bull on the day of the New Moon, as seen in Ezekiel 46:6, symbolizes the prince's commitment to purity and obedience to God's commands, as also emphasized in Leviticus 22:20 and Deuteronomy 17:1.
Why are six lambs and a ram without blemish also offered on the day of the New Moon?
The offering of six lambs and a ram without blemish, in addition to the young bull, demonstrates the prince's desire to honor God with the best and purest sacrifices, reflecting the principle found in Malachi 1:6-8 that God deserves our best offerings.
How does this verse relate to the Sabbath day offerings mentioned in the previous verse?
While the Sabbath day offerings, as described in Ezekiel 46:4, are distinct from the New Moon offerings, both demonstrate the prince's commitment to regular worship and sacrifice, highlighting the importance of consistent obedience to God's commands, as seen in Exodus 20:8-11 and Hebrews 10:25.
What can we learn from the prince's example of offering sacrifices on specific days?
The prince's example teaches us the value of regular, intentional worship and sacrifice, reminding us that our worship should be a consistent and deliberate part of our lives, as encouraged in Psalm 100:4 and Romans 12:1.
Reflection Questions
- What does the concept of offering 'unblemished' animals reveal about God's character and expectations for our worship?
- How can I apply the principle of offering my 'best' to God in my daily life, just as the prince offered the best animals?
- What role does regular worship and sacrifice play in my relationship with God, and how can I prioritize it in my life?
- In what ways can I, like the prince, demonstrate my commitment to purity and obedience to God's commands in my own life?
Gill's Exposition on Ezekiel 46:6
And in the day of the new moon it shall be a young bullock without blemish,.... This is also different from the law of Moses, which required two young bullocks and a ram, and seven lambs, Numbers
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Ezekiel 46:6
Likewise the people of the land shall worship at the door of this gate before the LORD in the sabbaths and in the new moons. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:6
In these verses nothing new occurs but the appointing a bullock with its meat-offering for the new moon sacrifice, of which also on another occasion already, . A young bullock: see . Without blemish: see . Six lambs: see .
Trapp's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:6
Ezekiel 46:6 And in the day of the new moon [it shall be] a young bullock without blemish, and six lambs, and a ram: they shall be without blemish.Ver. 6. And in the day of the new moon.] Which pointed them to the coming of Christ, by whom all things are become new. It shall be a young bullock.] It was wont to be two. See on Ezekiel 46:4. And six lambs and a ram.] To signify, saith Rabanus, that as it is necessary for us to keep the Sabbath; so it is likewise that we rely upon Christ for expiation as of our week days’ sins, so also of those that we fall into even on that holy day.
Ellicott's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:6
(6) A young bullock . . . and six lambs, and a ram.—The law required for the new moons, for a burnt offering, two bullocks, seven lambs, and a ram (Numbers 28:11), so that this sacrifice is here diminished; it also required a he-goat for a sin offering, of which no mention is here made.
Cambridge Bible on Ezekiel 46:6
Ezekiel 46:1-7. Offerings for the Sabbath and new moon The prince was under obligation, besides providing for the great festivals of unleavened bread or passover and tabernacles (Ezekiel 45:21; Ezekiel 45:25), and for the special new moons in the first and seventh months (Ezekiel 45:18; Ezekiel 45:20), to furnish offerings also for the sabbaths and the ordinary new moons. The east gate of the inner court was kept shut six days of the week (the outer was always shut), but opened on the sabbaths and also on the new moons (Ezekiel 46:1). On these days the prince came by way of the porch and advanced as far as the door-posts of the inner gate, where he worshipped while the priests were offering the burnt and peace-offerings (Ezekiel 46:2). The gate remained open till the evening. While the prince could come as far as the threshold of the inner gate the people stood without before the inner east gate to worship (Ezekiel 46:3).
Barnes' Notes on Ezekiel 46:6
Compare with Num. 28. The enumeration of the offerings both for the Sabbath and new moon is here less complete than there; e.
Whedon's Commentary on Ezekiel 46:6
4-7. Instead of two lambs for a burnt offering the prince in this new and ideal commonwealth shall offer six on the Sabbath (Numbers 28:9), and instead of two tenths of an ephah of flour mingled with