Numbers 7:16
Numbers 7:16 in Multiple Translations
one male goat for a sin offering;
One kid of the goats for a sin offering:
one male of the goats for a sin-offering;
One male of the goats for a sin-offering;
a male goat as a sin offering,
An hee goate for a sinne offring,
one kid of the goats for a sin-offering;
one male goat for a sin offering;
One kid of the goats for a sin-offering:
And a buck goat for sin:
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 7:16
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Numbers 7:16 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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שְׂעִיר
עִזִּ֥ים
אֶחָ֖ד
לְ/חַטָּֽאת
שְׂעִיר
sâʻîyr
H8163
hairy
N-ms
עִזִּ֥ים
ʻêz
H5795
goat
N-fp
אֶחָ֖ד
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
לְ/חַטָּֽאת
chaṭṭâʼâh
H2403
sin
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 7:16
שְׂעִיר
sâʻîyr
H8163
"hairy"
N-ms
This word can refer to a wild goat or a satyr, a mythical creature. In the Bible, it may also describe a demon-possessed animal, like the ones in Matthew 8:30-32.
Definition: adj hairy
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: devil, goat, hairy, kid, rough, satyr. See also: Genesis 27:11; Numbers 7:52; Isaiah 13:21.
עִזִּ֥ים
ʻêz
H5795
"goat"
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.
אֶחָ֖ד
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.
לְ/חַטָּֽאת
chaṭṭâʼâh
H2403
"sin"
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This word describes sin, guilt, or punishment for sin, and also the sacrifice or purification made to atone for it. It is used in the Bible to describe the consequences and solutions for sin. The KJV translates it as 'punishment' or 'sin'.
Definition: sin, sinful thing
Usage: Occurs in 270 OT verses. KJV: punishment (of sin), purifying(-fication for sin), sin(-ner, offering). See also: Genesis 4:7; Numbers 12:11; Psalms 25:7.
Study Notes — Numbers 7:16
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Context — Offerings of Dedication
14one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense;
15one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering;
16one male goat for a sin offering;
17and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Nahshon son of Amminadab. 18On the second day Nethanel son of Zuar, the leader of Issachar, drew near.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leviticus 4:23 | When he becomes aware of the sin he has committed, he must bring an unblemished male goat as his offering. |
| 2 | Leviticus 4:25 | Then the priest is to take some of the blood of the sin offering with his finger, put it on the horns of the altar of burnt offering, and pour out the rest of the blood at the base of the altar. |
Numbers 7:16 Summary
The male goat for a sin offering in Numbers 7:16 is a sacrifice to atone for sin, reminding us that sin separates us from God, as seen in Isaiah 59:2. Just as the Israelites needed to offer sacrifices to be purified and consecrated, we need Jesus Christ, the ultimate sin offering, to forgive our sins and restore our relationship with God (John 1:29, Romans 3:23). This verse teaches us about the importance of obedience to God's commands and attention to detail in our worship. By applying this principle to our lives, we can dedicate ourselves to God and seek to be purified and consecrated for His service.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the male goat for a sin offering in Numbers 7:16?
The male goat for a sin offering is a sacrifice to atone for sin, as seen in Leviticus 4:1-35, and is part of the dedication offerings for the altar in Numbers 7:1-89.
Why is a sin offering necessary in this context?
A sin offering is necessary to purify and consecrate the people and the altar, as sin separates us from God, and the offering symbolizes the need for forgiveness, as stated in Isaiah 59:2 and Romans 3:23.
How does this sin offering relate to Jesus Christ?
The sin offering in Numbers 7:16 points forward to the ultimate sin offering, Jesus Christ, who gave Himself as a sacrifice for our sins, as seen in John 1:29 and Hebrews 10:1-18.
What can we learn from the specificity of the offerings in Numbers 7?
The specificity of the offerings, including the male goat for a sin offering, teaches us about the importance of obedience to God's commands and the attention to detail in our worship, as seen in Deuteronomy 12:32 and Matthew 5:18-19.
Reflection Questions
- What are the sins in my life that I need to confess and repent of, and how can I apply the principle of the sin offering to my relationship with God?
- How can I, like the Israelites, dedicate myself to God and seek to be purified and consecrated for His service?
- What are the ways in which Jesus Christ is my sin offering, and how can I express my gratitude for His sacrifice?
- In what ways can I, in my daily life, demonstrate attention to detail in my worship and obedience to God's commands?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 7:16
One kid of the goats for a sin offering. Though these offerings of the princes were by way of thanksgiving, and to express their joy and gladness at the erection of the tabernacle, its altars, and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 7:16
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.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 7:16
16. Sin offering — See Leviticus 4, notes.