Numbers 7:12
Numbers 7:12 in Multiple Translations
On the first day Nahshon son of Amminadab from the tribe of Judah drew near with his offering.
¶ And he that offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah:
And he that offered his oblation the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah:
And he who made his offering on the first day was Nahshon, the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah:
The first day Nahshon, son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah came forward with his offering.
So then on the first day did Nahshon the sonne of Amminadab of ye tribe of Iudah offer his offring.
And he who is bringing near on the first day his offering is Nahshon son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah.
He who offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah,
And he that offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah:
The first day Nahasson the son of Aminadab of the tribe of Juda offered his offering:
These are the gifts that each of the leaders brought: —a silver dish that weighed ◄more than three pounds/1.5 kg.►, and a silver bowl that weighed ◄almost two pounds/800 grams►, both of which were full of good flour and mixed with olive oil to be offerings of grain; they both were weighed using the standard scales; —a small gold dish that weighed ◄four ounces/14 grams►, filled with incense; —a young bull, a full-grown ram, and a one-year-old ram, to be sacrifices to be completely burned on the altar; —a goat to be sacrificed to enable me to forgive the people for the sins they have committed; —and two bulls, five full-grown rams, five male goats, and five rams that were one-year-old, to be sacrifices to maintain the people’s fellowship with Yahweh. This was the order in which the leaders brought their gifts: on the first day, Nahshon, son of Amminadab from the tribe of Judah brought his gifts; on the next/second day, Nethanel, son of Zuar, from the tribe of Issachar; on the next/third day, Eliab, son of Helon, from the tribe of Zebulun; on the next/fourth day, Elizur, son of Shedeur, from the tribe of Reuben; on the next/fifth day, Shelumiel, son of Jurishhaddai, from the tribe of Simeon; on the next/sixth day, Eliasaph, son of Deuel, from the tribe of Gad; on the next/seventh day, Elishama, son of Ammihud, from the tribe of Ephraim; on the next/eighth day, Gamaliel, son of Pedahzur, from the tribe of Manasseh; on the next/ninth day, Abidan, son of Gideoni, from the tribe of Benjamin; on the next/tenth day, Ahiezer, son of Ammishaddai, from the tribe of Dan; on the next/eleventh day, Pagiel, son of Acran, from the tribe of Asher; on the next/twelfth day, Ahira, son of Enam, from the tribe of Naphtali.
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Numbers 7:12 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יְהִ֗י
הַ/מַּקְרִ֛יב
בַּ/יּ֥וֹם
הָ/רִאשׁ֖וֹן
אֶת
קָרְבָּנ֑/וֹ
נַחְשׁ֥וֹן
בֶּן
עַמִּינָדָ֖ב
לְ/מַטֵּ֥ה
יְהוּדָֽה
וַ/יְהִ֗י
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
הַ/מַּקְרִ֛יב
qârab
H7126
to present
Art | V-Hiphil
בַּ/יּ֥וֹם
yôwm
H3117
day
Prep | N-ms
הָ/רִאשׁ֖וֹן
riʼshôwn
H7223
first
Art | Adj
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
קָרְבָּנ֑/וֹ
qorbân
H7133
offering
N-ms | Suff
נַחְשׁ֥וֹן
Nachshôwn
H5177
Nahshon
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
עַמִּינָדָ֖ב
ʻAmmîynâdâb
H5992
Izhar
N-proper
לְ/מַטֵּ֥ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
tribe
Prep | N-ms
יְהוּדָֽה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
Judah
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 7:12
וַ/יְהִ֗י
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
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.
הַ/מַּקְרִ֛יב
qârab
H7126
"to present"
Art | V-Hiphil
To approach or come near someone or something, often with a sense of purpose or intention, like Moses approaching the burning bush in Exodus 3:5. This word can also mean to bring someone or something near, as in presenting an offering to God.
Definition: : come/approach 1) to come near, approach, enter into, draw near 1a) (Qal) to approach, draw near 1b) (Niphal) to be brought near 1c) (Piel) to cause to approach, bring near, cause to draw near 1d) (Hiphil) to bring near, bring, present
Usage: Occurs in 263 OT verses. KJV: (cause to) approach, (cause to) bring (forth, near), (cause to) come (near, nigh), (cause to) draw near (nigh), go (near), be at hand, join, be near, offer, present, produce, make ready, stand, take. See also: Genesis 12:11; Leviticus 22:22; 1 Samuel 10:21.
בַּ/יּ֥וֹם
yôwm
H3117
"day"
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.
הָ/רִאשׁ֖וֹן
riʼshôwn
H7223
"first"
Art | Adj
This word means 'first' or 'primary', referring to something that comes before others in time, place, or rank. It is used to describe the first or most important thing in a series or list.
Definition: : first adj 1) first, primary, former 1a) former (of time) 1a1) ancestors 1a2) former things 1b) foremost (of location) 1c) first (in time) 1d) first, chief (in degree) adv 2) first, before, formerly, at first
Usage: Occurs in 174 OT verses. KJV: ancestor, (that were) before(-time), beginning, eldest, first, fore(-father) (-most), former (thing), of old time, past. See also: Genesis 8:13; 1 Chronicles 27:3; Psalms 79:8.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
קָרְבָּנ֑/וֹ
qorbân
H7133
"offering"
N-ms | Suff
This Hebrew word refers to an offering or sacrifice brought near to the altar, and is used in the Bible to describe the sacrifices made by the Israelites. In Leviticus 1:2, it describes the burnt offering presented to God.
Definition: offering, oblation Also means: qur.ban (קֻרְבָּן "offering" H7133B)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: oblation, that is offered, offering. See also: Leviticus 1:2; Numbers 7:3; Ezekiel 40:43.
נַחְשׁ֥וֹן
Nachshôwn
H5177
"Nahshon"
N-proper
Nahshon was an Israelite leader from the tribe of Judah, mentioned in Exodus 6:23 as the son of Amminadab and father of Salmon. He was an ancestor of Jesus and played a key role in Israel's wilderness journey. His name means enchanter.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living before Israel's Monarchy, first mentioned at Exo.6.23; son of: Amminadab (H5992); brother of: Elisheba (H0472); father of: Salmon (H8007) Also named: Naassōn (Ναασσών "Nahshon" G3476) § Nahshon = "enchanter" son of Amminadab and prince of the Judah at the first numbering in the wilderness; 5th in descent from Judah in the genealogy of Christ
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: Naashon, Nahshon. See also: Exodus 6:23; Numbers 7:17; 1 Chronicles 2:11.
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.
עַמִּינָדָ֖ב
ʻAmmîynâdâb
H5992
"Izhar"
N-proper
Amminadab means my kinsman is noble, a name given to several Israelites, including a man in the tribe of Levi and the father of Nahshon. He is mentioned in Exodus 6:18 and is an ancestor of King David. Amminadab is also the father of Korah and other notable figures.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.6.18; son of: Kohath (H6955); brother of: Amram (H6019), Hebron (H2275B) and Uzziel (H5816); father of: Korah (H7141I), Nepheg (H5298), Zichri (H2147) and Shelomith (H8019A) Another name of yits.har (יִצְהָר "Izhar" H3324) § Amminadab = "my kinsman is noble" 1) son of Ram or Aram and father of Nahshon or Naasson and an ancestor of Jesus; father-in-law of Aaron 2) a Kohathite Levite and chief of the sons of Uzziel 3) a Levite, son of Kohath; also 'Izhar'
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: Amminadab. See also: Exodus 6:23; Ruth 4:19; 1 Chronicles 15:11.
לְ/מַטֵּ֥ה
maṭṭeh
H4294
"tribe"
Prep | N-ms
In the Bible, this word can mean a tribe, like the 12 tribes of Israel, or a staff, like the one Moses used to lead his people in Exodus 4:2.
Definition: : tribe 1) staff, branch, tribe 1a) staff, rod, shaft 1b) branch (of vine) 1c) tribe 1c1) company led by chief with staff (originally)
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: rod, staff, tribe. See also: Genesis 38:18; Numbers 34:19; Psalms 105:16.
יְהוּדָֽה
Yᵉhûwdâh
H3063
"Judah"
N-proper
Judah is the name of the tribe descended from Judah, the son of Jacob. It is also the name of the region where the tribe lived. The name means 'praised' and is first mentioned in Genesis.
Definition: § Judah = "praised" the tribe descended from Judah the son of Jacob
Usage: Occurs in 754 OT verses. KJV: Judah. See also: Genesis 29:35; 1 Samuel 23:3; 2 Kings 14:13.
Study Notes — Numbers 7:12
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Context — Offerings of Dedication
10When the altar was anointed, the leaders approached with their offerings for its dedication and presented them before the altar.
11And the LORD said to Moses, “Each day one leader is to present his offering for the dedication of the altar.”
12On the first day Nahshon son of Amminadab from the tribe of Judah drew near with his offering.
13His offering was one silver platter weighing a hundred and thirty shekels, and one silver bowl weighing seventy shekels, both according to the sanctuary shekel and filled with fine flour mixed with oil for a grain offering; 14one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense;Cross References
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| 1 | Luke 3:32 | the son of Jesse, the son of Obed, the son of Boaz, the son of Sala, the son of Nahshon, |
| 2 | Numbers 2:3 | On the east side, toward the sunrise, the divisions of Judah are to camp under their standard: The leader of the descendants of Judah is Nahshon son of Amminadab, |
| 3 | Matthew 1:4 | Ram was the father of Amminadab, Amminadab the father of Nahshon, and Nahshon the father of Salmon. |
| 4 | Genesis 49:10 | The scepter will not depart from Judah, nor the staff from between his feet, until Shiloh comes and the allegiance of the nations is his. |
| 5 | Numbers 10:14 | First, the divisions of the camp of Judah set out under their standard, with Nahshon son of Amminadab in command. |
| 6 | Genesis 49:8 | Judah, your brothers shall praise you. Your hand shall be on the necks of your enemies; your father’s sons shall bow down to you. |
| 7 | Numbers 1:7 | from Judah, Nahshon son of Amminadab; |
| 8 | Ruth 4:20 | Amminadab was the father of Nahshon, Nahshon was the father of Salmon, |
Numbers 7:12 Summary
[This verse tells us that Nahshon, a leader from the tribe of Judah, was the first to present his offering to God on the first day of the altar's dedication, as part of the larger story of the Israelites' journey through the wilderness, as seen in Numbers 1:1-4 and Deuteronomy 1:1-3. This shows us the importance of leadership and obedience, as seen in 1 Samuel 30:26-31 and Deuteronomy 28:1-2. We can learn from Nahshon's example by being faithful to follow God's commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 28:1-2 and Psalm 119:1-3, and by presenting our own 'offerings' to God through worship and service, as seen in Romans 12:1-2 and Hebrews 13:15-16.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Nahshon chosen to present the offering on the first day?
Nahshon was chosen because he was a leader from the tribe of Judah, which was a prominent tribe in Israel, as seen in Genesis 49:8-12, and it was God's design to have the leaders present their offerings in a specific order, as stated in Numbers 7:11.
What is the significance of the tribe of Judah in this context?
The tribe of Judah was significant because it was the tribe from which Jesus Christ would later come, as prophesied in Genesis 49:10 and fulfilled in Matthew 1:1-17, and it was also a tribe known for its leadership and bravery, as seen in 1 Samuel 30:26-31.
How does this verse relate to the overall purpose of the book of Numbers?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of the book of Numbers, which tells the story of the Israelites' journey through the wilderness and their preparation to enter the Promised Land, as seen in Numbers 1:1-4 and Deuteronomy 1:1-3.
What can we learn from Nahshon's example in this verse?
We can learn the importance of obedience and leadership from Nahshon's example, as he was faithful to present his offering on the first day, as instructed by God in Numbers 7:11, and this demonstrates the value of following God's commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 28:1-2 and Psalm 119:1-3.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to 'draw near' to God, as Nahshon did in this verse, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- How does the example of Nahshon's leadership and obedience challenge me to be a better leader or follower of God in my own context?
- What are some ways that I can present my own 'offerings' to God, whether through worship, service, or other means, as seen in Romans 12:1-2 and Hebrews 13:15-16?
- How can I, like Nahshon, be faithful to follow God's instructions and timing in my life, even when it's difficult or uncertain, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7 and Proverbs 3:5-6?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 7:12
And he that offered his offering on the first day,.... Was he whose standard was pitched first, at the east, to the rising sun: and this was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah; who
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 7:12
And he that offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah: And he that offered his offering the first day was Nabshon.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Numbers 7:12
In whose name and behalf this offering was made, and so in the rest.
Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 7:12
Numbers 7:12 And he that offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah:Ver. 12. Of the tribe of Judah.] Ut ubique superemineat praerogativa Christi a Iuda oriundi.
Barnes' Notes on Numbers 7:12
The several princes make their offerings in the order assigned to the tribes Num. 2. It was doubtless the tribes themselves which presented these gifts through their chiefs.
Sermons on Numbers 7:12
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Acceptable Sacrifice - Part 1 by Hoseah Wu | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that the offering of evil is not just about having our sins forgiven, but about being accepted by the Holy God. The preacher refers to Genes |
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Fire of God by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon transcript, the speaker describes a gathering where the bishop, who has been acting strangely, stands up and weeps while struggling to deliver a text. It is revealed |
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God's Covenant With Man by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the events described in the book of Revelation, specifically focusing on the sounding of the trumpets. He describes the darkening of the sun, |
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Genesis #25 Ch. 46-48 & 50 Jacob's & Joseph's Faith by Chuck Missler | In this sermon, Chuck Missler discusses Genesis chapters 46, 47, 48, and 50. He highlights the provision of God for His people, as seen in Pharaoh giving the land of Goshen to the |
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(Genesis) 65 - Jacob's Last Words - Ii by S. Lewis Johnson | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the last part of the 49th chapter of the Bible, where Jacob gives a prophecy about the future of his sons. He specifically highlights the bl |
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The Nazarite by Robert Arthur | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of leadership and kingship. He uses the story of the vine, the olive tree, and the bramble from the book of Judges to illustrate |
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From Genesis to Jesus by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the curse that Satan received from God after Adam and Eve's fall in the Garden of Eden. The curse includes enmity between Satan's seed and the |