Numbers 29:4
Numbers 29:4 in Multiple Translations
and a tenth of an ephah with each of the seven male lambs.
And one tenth deal for one lamb, throughout the seven lambs:
and one tenth part for every lamb of the seven lambs;
And a separate tenth part for every one of the seven lambs;
and one tenth of an ephah for each of the seven male lambs.
And one tenth deale vnto one lambe, for the seuen lambes,
and one-tenth deal for the one lamb, for the seven lambs;
and one tenth for every lamb of the seven lambs;
And one tenth-part for one lamb, throughout the seven lambs:
One tenth to a lamb, which in all are seven lambs:
and with each of the seven lambs bring two quarts/liters.
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 29:4
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Numbers 29:4 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/עִשָּׂר֣וֹן
אֶחָ֔ד
לַ/כֶּ֖בֶשׂ
הָ/אֶחָ֑ד
לְ/שִׁבְעַ֖ת
הַ/כְּבָשִֽׂים
וְ/עִשָּׂר֣וֹן
ʻissârôwn
H6241
tenth
Conj | N-ms
אֶחָ֔ד
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
לַ/כֶּ֖בֶשׂ
kebes
H3532
lamb
Prep | N-ms
הָ/אֶחָ֑ד
ʼechâd
H259
one
Art | Adj
לְ/שִׁבְעַ֖ת
shebaʻ
H7651
seven
Prep | Adj
הַ/כְּבָשִֽׂים
kebes
H3532
lamb
Art | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 29:4
וְ/עִשָּׂר֣וֹן
ʻissârôwn
H6241
"tenth"
Conj | N-ms
This word means a tenth part, like a tithe, which is 10% of something, as described in Leviticus 27:32. It refers to a small portion of a larger whole.
Definition: tenth part, tithe
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: tenth deal. See also: Exodus 29:40; Numbers 28:13; Numbers 29:15.
אֶחָ֔ד
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
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.
לַ/כֶּ֖בֶשׂ
kebes
H3532
"lamb"
Prep | N-ms
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.
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.
לְ/שִׁבְעַ֖ת
shebaʻ
H7651
"seven"
Prep | Adj
This word means the number seven, which was considered a special or sacred number. It can also mean seven times or a week, and is used in the Bible to describe completeness or perfection. The KJV translates it as seven or sevenfold.
Definition: 1) seven (cardinal number) 1a) as ordinal number 1b) in combination-17, 700 etc Aramaic equivalent: shiv.ah (שִׁבְעָה "seven" H7655)
Usage: Occurs in 344 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] by) seven(-fold),-s, (-teen, -teenth), -th, times). Compare H7658 (שִׁבְעָנָה). See also: Genesis 4:24; Leviticus 23:15; 2 Samuel 21:6.
הַ/כְּבָשִֽׂים
kebes
H3532
"lamb"
Art | 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.
Study Notes — Numbers 29:4
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Context — The Feast of Trumpets
2As a pleasing aroma to the LORD, you are to present a burnt offering of one young bull, one ram, and seven male lambs a year old, all unblemished,
3together with their grain offerings of fine flour mixed with oil—three-tenths of an ephah with the bull, two-tenths of an ephah with the ram,
4and a tenth of an ephah with each of the seven male lambs.
5Include one male goat as a sin offering to make atonement for you. 6These are in addition to the monthly and daily burnt offerings with their prescribed grain offerings and drink offerings. They are a pleasing aroma, a food offering to the LORD.Numbers 29:4 Summary
The verse Numbers 29:4 describes the offerings given to God, including a tenth of an ephah of flour with each of the seven male lambs. This shows that God wants us to give our best to Him, just like the Israelites did with their unblemished animals (as seen in Exodus 12:5). By offering these gifts, the people were acknowledging God's greatness and their dependence on Him, similar to the principles found in Psalm 100:3-5 and Romans 12:1. Just like the Israelites, we can show our love and gratitude to God by offering our best to Him, whether through our actions, words, or hearts (see 1 Corinthians 10:31 and Colossians 3:17).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the different amounts of flour offered with each animal in Numbers 29:4 ?
The varying amounts of flour, such as a tenth of an ephah with each of the seven male lambs, may symbolize the different roles and responsibilities within the community, as seen in Exodus 29:1-3 and Leviticus 1:1-17.
Why are male lambs specifically required in Numbers 29:4?
Male lambs were considered the best and purest offerings, as they were without blemish, highlighting the importance of perfection and purity in worship, as emphasized in Deuteronomy 17:1 and Malachi 1:14.
How does the offering described in Numbers 29:4 relate to the concept of atonement?
The offerings, including the male lambs, were part of the atonement process, as they symbolized the substitutionary death of Christ, who would ultimately provide forgiveness and redemption, as seen in Romans 3:24-25 and Hebrews 9:22.
What can we learn from the specificity of the offerings in Numbers 29:4?
The detailed instructions for the offerings demonstrate God's attention to detail and His desire for obedience, highlighting the importance of following His commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 8:6 and 1 Samuel 15:22.
Reflection Questions
- What does the precision of the offerings in Numbers 29:4 reveal about God's character and His expectations for our worship?
- How can I apply the principle of offering my best to God, as seen in the unblemished male lambs, to my daily life and worship?
- In what ways can I reflect on the substitutionary death of Christ, symbolized by the offerings, and its significance for my salvation and relationship with God?
- How can I balance the need for specificity and detail in my worship with the importance of a sincere and heartfelt attitude, as emphasized in Matthew 15:8-9 and 1 Corinthians 13:1-3?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 29:4
[See comments on Numbers 29:3].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 29:4
And ye shall offer a burnt offering for a sweet savour unto the LORD; one young bullock, one ram, and seven lambs of the first year without blemish: No JFB commentary on these verses.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 29:4
THE AT THE FEAST OF , Numbers 29:1-6. 1-6. Seventh month — Ethanim, (1 Kings 8:2,) Tisri — our September. It was the going out or revolution, the end and beginning of the civil and jubilee year.