Numbers 15:11
Numbers 15:11 in Multiple Translations
This is to be done for each bull, ram, lamb, or goat.
Thus shall it be done for one bullock, or for one ram, or for a lamb, or a kid.
Thus shall it be done for each bullock, or for each ram, or for each of the he-lambs, or of the kids.
This is to be done for every young ox and for every male sheep or he-lamb or young goat.
This is to be done for every bull, ram, lamb, or goat brought as an offering.
Thus shall it be done for a bullocke, or for a ram, or for a lambe, or for a kid.
thus it is done for the one ox, or for the one ram, or for a lamb of the sheep or of the goats.
Thus it shall be done for each bull, for each ram, for each of the male lambs, or of the young goats.
Thus shall it be done for one bullock, or for one ram, or for a lamb, or a kid.
Thus shalt thou do:
Each time someone offers a bull or a ram or a male lamb or a young goat to be a sacrifice, it must be done that way.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 15:11
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Numbers 15:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כָּ֣כָה
יֵעָשֶׂ֗ה
לַ/שּׁוֹר֙
הָֽ/אֶחָ֔ד
א֖וֹ
לָ/אַ֣יִל
הָ/אֶחָ֑ד
אֽוֹ
לַ/שֶּׂ֥ה
בַ/כְּבָשִׂ֖ים
א֥וֹ
בָ/עִזִּֽים
כָּ֣כָה
kâkâh
H3602
thus
Adv
יֵעָשֶׂ֗ה
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
לַ/שּׁוֹר֙
shôwr
H7794
cattle
Prep | N-ms
הָֽ/אֶחָ֔ד
ʼechâd
H259
one
Art | Adj
א֖וֹ
ʼôw
H176
or
Conj
לָ/אַ֣יִל
ʼayil
H352
ram
Prep | N-ms
הָ/אֶחָ֑ד
ʼechâd
H259
one
Art | Adj
אֽוֹ
ʼôw
H176
or
Conj
לַ/שֶּׂ֥ה
seh
H7716
sheep
Prep | N-cs
בַ/כְּבָשִׂ֖ים
kebes
H3532
lamb
Prep | N-mp
א֥וֹ
ʼôw
H176
or
Conj
בָ/עִזִּֽים
ʻêz
H5795
goat
Prep | N-fp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 15:11
כָּ֣כָה
kâkâh
H3602
"thus"
Adv
This Hebrew word means 'thus' or 'in this way', often used to compare or explain something, like in 2 Samuel 18:30, where a messenger describes a scene in a particular manner. It helps clarify the context of a story or situation.
Definition: like this, thus
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: after that (this) manner, this matter, (even) so, in such a case, thus. See also: Exodus 12:11; 2 Chronicles 7:21; Psalms 144:15.
יֵעָשֶׂ֗ה
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
V-Niphal-Imperf-3ms
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
לַ/שּׁוֹר֙
shôwr
H7794
"cattle"
Prep | N-ms
This word refers to cattle, like oxen or bulls, used for work, food, or sacrifices, as seen in Genesis and Leviticus.
Definition: 1) ox, bull, a head of cattle 1a) for plowing, for food, as sacrifice Aramaic equivalent: tor (תּוֹר "bullock" H8450)
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: bull(-ock), cow, ox, wall (by mistake for H7791 (שׁוּר)). See also: Genesis 32:6; Deuteronomy 15:19; Psalms 69:32.
הָֽ/אֶחָ֔ד
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Art | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
א֖וֹ
ʼôw
H176
"or"
Conj
Desire can also mean or, and, or if, showing a choice between options, as seen in Proverbs 31:4. It is used to express alternatives or possibilities.
Definition: 1) or, rather 1a) implying that the latter choice is preferred 1b) or if, introducing an example to be seen under a particular principle 1c) (in series) either...or, whether...or 1d) if perchance 1e) except, or else 2) whether, not the least, if, otherwise, also, and, then
Usage: Occurs in 218 OT verses. KJV: also, and, either, if, at the least, [idiom] nor, or, otherwise, then, whether. See also: Genesis 24:49; Leviticus 25:49; Proverbs 30:31.
לָ/אַ֣יִל
ʼayil
H352
"ram"
Prep | 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.
הָ/אֶחָ֑ד
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Art | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
אֽוֹ
ʼôw
H176
"or"
Conj
Desire can also mean or, and, or if, showing a choice between options, as seen in Proverbs 31:4. It is used to express alternatives or possibilities.
Definition: 1) or, rather 1a) implying that the latter choice is preferred 1b) or if, introducing an example to be seen under a particular principle 1c) (in series) either...or, whether...or 1d) if perchance 1e) except, or else 2) whether, not the least, if, otherwise, also, and, then
Usage: Occurs in 218 OT verses. KJV: also, and, either, if, at the least, [idiom] nor, or, otherwise, then, whether. See also: Genesis 24:49; Leviticus 25:49; Proverbs 30:31.
לַ/שֶּׂ֥ה
seh
H7716
"sheep"
Prep | N-cs
This word refers to a sheep or goat, often used to describe a flock or young animal in the Bible. It is also related to the word for lamb.
Definition: 1) one of a flock, lamb, sheep, goat, young sheep, young goat 1a) sheep, goat 1b) flock (collective) Also means: zeh (זֶה "lamb" H2089)
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: (lesser, small) cattle, ewe, goat, lamb, sheep. Compare H2089 (זֶה). See also: Genesis 22:7; Deuteronomy 14:4; Psalms 119:176.
בַ/כְּבָשִׂ֖ים
kebes
H3532
"lamb"
Prep | 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.
א֥וֹ
ʼôw
H176
"or"
Conj
Desire can also mean or, and, or if, showing a choice between options, as seen in Proverbs 31:4. It is used to express alternatives or possibilities.
Definition: 1) or, rather 1a) implying that the latter choice is preferred 1b) or if, introducing an example to be seen under a particular principle 1c) (in series) either...or, whether...or 1d) if perchance 1e) except, or else 2) whether, not the least, if, otherwise, also, and, then
Usage: Occurs in 218 OT verses. KJV: also, and, either, if, at the least, [idiom] nor, or, otherwise, then, whether. See also: Genesis 24:49; Leviticus 25:49; Proverbs 30:31.
בָ/עִזִּֽים
ʻêz
H5795
"goat"
Prep | N-fp
Refers to a female goat, often translated as she-goat or kid, and is also related to goat's hair in the Bible.
Definition: female goat, she-goat, goat, kid Aramaic equivalent: ez (עֵז "goat" H5796)
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: (she) goat, kid. See also: Genesis 15:9; Numbers 7:58; Proverbs 27:27.
Study Notes — Numbers 15:11
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Context — Laws about Offerings
9present with the bull a grain offering of three-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with half a hin of olive oil.
10Also present half a hin of wine as a drink offering. It is a food offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD.
11This is to be done for each bull, ram, lamb, or goat.
12This is how you must prepare each one, no matter how many. 13Everyone who is native-born shall prepare these things in this way when he presents a food offering as a pleasing aroma to the LORD.Numbers 15:11 Summary
[This verse is talking about the rules for making sacrifices to God in the Old Testament. It says that the same procedure had to be followed for each type of animal, whether it was a bull, ram, lamb, or goat, as seen in Numbers 15:9-10. This shows that God cares about the details of how we worship Him, as seen in Exodus 25:1-40 and Hebrews 8:1-6. By following these rules carefully, the people of Israel could show their love and respect for God, just like we can show our love for God by following His commands, as seen in John 14:15 and 1 John 5:1-12.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the specific animals mentioned in Numbers 15:11?
The bull, ram, lamb, and goat were all used in various sacrifices in the Old Testament, as seen in Leviticus 1:1-7:38, and each had its own unique purpose in the sacrificial system, as outlined in Exodus 29:1-46 and Deuteronomy 12:1-14.
Why was it necessary to repeat the same procedure for each type of animal?
The repetition emphasized the importance of following God's instructions carefully, as stated in Numbers 15:13, and ensured that each sacrifice was presented in a way that was pleasing to the Lord, as seen in Numbers 15:10.
How does this verse relate to the concept of sacrifice in the New Testament?
The sacrifices mentioned in Numbers 15:11 foreshadow the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, as described in Hebrews 10:1-18, which fulfilled the Old Testament sacrificial system and provided a new way for people to approach God, as seen in Romans 5:1-11 and Ephesians 2:11-22.
What can we learn about God's character from this verse?
This verse reveals God's attention to detail and His desire for His people to worship Him in a way that is pleasing to Him, as seen in Numbers 15:10, which reflects His holy and righteous nature, as described in Psalm 99:1-9 and Isaiah 6:1-5.
Reflection Questions
- What does the repetition of the same procedure for each type of animal teach me about the importance of obedience to God's commands?
- How does the concept of sacrifice in the Old Testament relate to my life as a follower of Jesus Christ today?
- What are some ways that I can apply the principle of careful attention to detail in my own worship and service to God, as seen in Numbers 15:11 and Colossians 3:17?
- In what ways can I reflect God's character, as seen in this verse, in my own life and relationships, as described in Matthew 5:1-48 and 1 Peter 1:13-25?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 15:11
Thus shall it be done for one bullock,.... Such a quantity of flour and oil for the meat offering, and such a quantity of wine for the drink offering as before expressed; making no difference between
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 15:11
Or for a ram, thou shalt prepare for a meat offering two tenth deals of flour mingled with the third part of an hin of oil. Two tenth deals.
Cambridge Bible on Numbers 15:11
1–16. Meal-offerings and Libations. These are to accompany both private and public sacrifices, and are arranged according to a fixed scale as follows (ephah = c. 1 bushel; hin = c. 1½ gallon): Meal.Oil.Wine.With every lamb1/10 ephah.¼ hin.¼ hin.With every ram2/10 ephah⅓ ? hin.⅓ ? hin.With every bullock3/10 ephah.½ hin.½ hin.It will be seen that the amount in each case varies according to the size of the animal. Ezekiel, in his ideal arrangements for worship in the restored Jerusalem, has a similar scale (Ezekiel 46:5-7; Ezekiel 46:11; Ezekiel 46:14), but the amounts are larger, they are not graduated so carefully with respect to the size of the animal, and the libation of wine is not included. The present scale appears to be a later modification of Ezekiel’s. But while the fixing of definite amounts was probably a late development, the practice of offering meal, oil and wine as an accompaniment of sacrifice was ancient. Men offered to their God the same food which they enjoyed at their own table; cf. Judges 9:9; Judges 9:13 (oil and wine), 1 Samuel 1:24; 1 Samuel 10:3 (meal and wine), Hosea 9:4 (wine), Micah 6:7 (oil). Leviticus 2 contains regulations for meal-offerings, without fixed amounts, but with the addition of salt and frankincense.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 15:11
ALTAR RITUAL, Numbers 15:1-29.The chief peculiarity of this supplement is, that it is not to be obligatory in the wilderness, but in the land of your habitations, that is, Canaan.