Numbers 7:17
Numbers 7:17 in Multiple Translations
and 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.
And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Nahshon the son of Amminadab.
and for the sacrifice of peace-offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five he-lambs a year old: this was the oblation of Nahshon the son of Amminadab.
And for the peace-offerings, two oxen, five male sheep, five he-goats, five he-lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Nahshon, the son of Amminadab.
and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five one-year-old male lambs. This was the offering of Nahshon, son of Amminadab.
And for peace offrings, two bullockes, fiue rams, fiue hee goates, and fiue lambes of a yeere olde: this was the offring of Nahshon the sonne of Amminadab.
and for a sacrifice of the peace-offerings two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five lambs, sons of a year; this [is] the offering of Nahshon son of Amminadab.
and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two head of cattle, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Nahshon the son of Amminadab.
And for a sacrifice of peace-offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five lambs of the first year; this was the offering of Nahshon the son of Amminadab.
And for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of a year old. This was the offering of Nahasson the son of Aminadab.
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Numbers 7:17 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/לְ/זֶ֣בַח
הַ/שְּׁלָמִים֮
בָּקָ֣ר
שְׁנַיִם֒
אֵילִ֤ם
חֲמִשָּׁה֙
עַתּוּדִ֣ים
חֲמִשָּׁ֔ה
כְּבָשִׂ֥ים
בְּנֵֽי
שָׁנָ֖ה
חֲמִשָּׁ֑ה
זֶ֛ה
קָרְבַּ֥ן
נַחְשׁ֖וֹן
בֶּן
עַמִּינָדָֽב
וּ/לְ/זֶ֣בַח
zebach
H2077
sacrifice
Conj | Prep | N-ms
הַ/שְּׁלָמִים֮
shelem
H8002
peace offering
Art | N-mp
בָּקָ֣ר
bâqâr
H1241
cattle
N-cs
שְׁנַיִם֒
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
אֵילִ֤ם
ʼayil
H352
ram
N-mp
חֲמִשָּׁה֙
châmêsh
H2568
five
Adj
עַתּוּדִ֣ים
ʻattûwd
H6260
goat
N-mp
חֲמִשָּׁ֔ה
châmêsh
H2568
five
Adj
כְּבָשִׂ֥ים
kebes
H3532
lamb
N-mp
בְּנֵֽי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
שָׁנָ֖ה
shâneh
H8141
year
N-fs
חֲמִשָּׁ֑ה
châmêsh
H2568
five
Adj
זֶ֛ה
zeh
H2088
this
Pron
קָרְבַּ֥ן
qorbân
H7133
offering
N-ms
נַחְשׁ֖וֹן
Nachshôwn
H5177
Nahshon
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
עַמִּינָדָֽב
ʻAmmîynâdâb
H5992
Izhar
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 7:17
וּ/לְ/זֶ֣בַח
zebach
H2077
"sacrifice"
Conj | Prep | N-ms
A sacrifice refers to the act of offering an animal's flesh to God, such as in the sacrifices of righteousness or the Passover. This term encompasses various types of sacrifices, including thank offerings and covenant sacrifices. The KJV translates it as 'offer' or 'sacrifice'.
Definition: 1) sacrifice 1a) sacrifices of righteousness 1b) sacrifices of strife 1c) sacrifices to dead things 1d) the covenant sacrifice 1e) the passover 1f) annual sacrifice 1g) thank offering
Usage: Occurs in 153 OT verses. KJV: offer(-ing), sacrifice. See also: Genesis 31:54; 1 Samuel 2:19; Psalms 4:6.
הַ/שְּׁלָמִים֮
shelem
H8002
"peace offering"
Art | N-mp
A peace offering is a voluntary sacrifice to show thanks, like the ones described in Leviticus. It's a way to express gratitude and friendship with God. The Israelites gave these offerings to celebrate special occasions.
Definition: 1) peace offering, requital, sacrifice for alliance or friendship 1a) voluntary sacrifice of thanks
Usage: Occurs in 84 OT verses. KJV: peace offering. See also: Exodus 20:24; Numbers 7:53; Proverbs 7:14.
בָּקָ֣ר
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.
שְׁנַיִם֒
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
אֵילִ֤ם
ʼayil
H352
"ram"
N-mp
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.
חֲמִשָּׁה֙
châmêsh
H2568
"five"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number five. It is used throughout the Bible to describe quantities of five, such as five loaves of bread in Matthew 14:17. It can also mean a multiple of five.
Definition: 1) five 1a) five (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of five (with another number) 1c) fifth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 272 OT verses. KJV: fif(-teen), fifth, five ([idiom] apiece). See also: Genesis 5:6; Numbers 31:45; Ezra 2:66.
עַתּוּדִ֣ים
ʻattûwd
H6260
"goat"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word can refer to a full-grown male goat, like the ones used in sacrifices in Leviticus. It can also be used figuratively to describe leaders or important people, like the chiefs of the tribes of Israel in Numbers.
Definition: ram, he-goat, chief one
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: chief one, (he) goat, ram. See also: Genesis 31:10; Numbers 7:88; Psalms 50:9.
חֲמִשָּׁ֔ה
châmêsh
H2568
"five"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number five. It is used throughout the Bible to describe quantities of five, such as five loaves of bread in Matthew 14:17. It can also mean a multiple of five.
Definition: 1) five 1a) five (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of five (with another number) 1c) fifth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 272 OT verses. KJV: fif(-teen), fifth, five ([idiom] apiece). See also: Genesis 5:6; Numbers 31:45; Ezra 2:66.
כְּבָשִׂ֥ים
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.
בְּנֵֽי
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
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.
שָׁנָ֖ה
shâneh
H8141
"year"
N-fs
This word also means a year, like when Abraham was 100 years old in Genesis 21. It is used to describe a period of time, age, or a lifetime.
Definition: 1) year 1a) as division of time 1b) as measure of time 1c) as indication of age 1d) a lifetime (of years of life) Aramaic equivalent: she.nah (שְׁנָה "year" H8140)
Usage: Occurs in 647 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] whole age, [idiom] long, [phrase] old, year([idiom] -ly). See also: Genesis 1:14; Genesis 47:28; Numbers 7:35.
חֲמִשָּׁ֑ה
châmêsh
H2568
"five"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number five. It is used throughout the Bible to describe quantities of five, such as five loaves of bread in Matthew 14:17. It can also mean a multiple of five.
Definition: 1) five 1a) five (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of five (with another number) 1c) fifth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 272 OT verses. KJV: fif(-teen), fifth, five ([idiom] apiece). See also: Genesis 5:6; Numbers 31:45; Ezra 2:66.
זֶ֛ה
zeh
H2088
"this"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning this or that, used to point out a specific person or thing. It appears in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms, to indicate something specific. The KJV translates it as he, here, or it.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, another, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 1061 OT verses. KJV: he, [idiom] hence, [idiom] here, it(-self), [idiom] now, [idiom] of him, the one...the other, [idiom] than the other, ([idiom] out of) the (self) same, such (a one) that, these, this (hath, man), on this side...on that side, [idiom] thus, very, which. Compare H2063 (זֹאת), H2090 (זֹה), H2097 (זוֹ), H2098 (זוּ). See also: Genesis 5:1; Exodus 10:17; Numbers 14:16.
קָרְבַּ֥ן
qorbân
H7133
"offering"
N-ms
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.
נַחְשׁ֖וֹן
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.
עַמִּינָדָֽב
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.
Study Notes — Numbers 7:17
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- Gill's Exposition on Numbers 7:17
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 7:17
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- Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 7:17
- Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 7:17
- Sermons on Numbers 7:17
Context — Offerings of Dedication
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. 19The offering he presented 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;Cross References
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| 1 | 2 Corinthians 5:19–21 | that God was reconciling the world to Himself in Christ, not counting men’s trespasses against them. And He has committed to us the message of reconciliation. Therefore we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making His appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ: Be reconciled to God. God made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that in Him we might become the righteousness of God. |
| 2 | Leviticus 3:1–17 | “If one’s offering is a peace offering and he offers an animal from the herd, whether male or female, he must present it without blemish before the LORD. He is to lay his hand on the head of the offering and slaughter it at the entrance to the Tent of Meeting. Then Aaron’s sons the priests shall sprinkle the blood on all sides of the altar. From the peace offering he is to bring an offering made by fire to the LORD: the fat that covers the entrails, all the fat that is on them, both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys. Then Aaron’s sons are to burn it on the altar atop the burnt offering that is on the burning wood, as an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. If, however, one’s peace offering to the LORD is from the flock, he must present a male or female without blemish. If he is presenting a lamb for his offering, he must present it before the LORD. He is to lay his hand on the head of his offering and slaughter it in front of the Tent of Meeting. Then Aaron’s sons shall sprinkle its blood on all sides of the altar. And from the peace offering he shall bring an offering made by fire to the LORD consisting of its fat: the entire fat tail cut off close to the backbone, the fat that covers the entrails, all the fat that is on them, both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys. Then the priest is to burn them on the altar as food, an offering made by fire to the LORD. If one’s offering is a goat, he is to present it before the LORD. He must lay his hand on its head and slaughter it in front of the Tent of Meeting. Then Aaron’s sons shall sprinkle its blood on all sides of the altar. And from his offering he shall present an offering made by fire to the LORD: the fat that covers the entrails, all the fat that is on them, both kidneys with the fat on them near the loins, and the lobe of the liver, which he is to remove with the kidneys. Then the priest is to burn the food on the altar as an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma. All the fat is the LORD’s. This is a permanent statute for the generations to come, wherever you live: You must not eat any fat or any blood.” |
Numbers 7:17 Summary
In Numbers 7:17, Nahshon son of Amminadab brings a peace offering to God, which is a voluntary gift to express gratitude and fellowship with Him. This act of worship shows that Nahshon values his relationship with God and wants to honor Him with his resources. Just like Nahshon, we can worship God with our talents and possessions, as encouraged in Romans 12:1, and trust that He will guide us in our decisions, as promised in Proverbs 3:5-6. By following Nahshon's example, we can deepen our own relationship with God and find peace in His presence, as described in Psalm 16:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the peace offering in Numbers 7:17?
The peace offering, as described in Leviticus 7:11-21, was a voluntary offering to express gratitude and fellowship with God, and in this context, it represents Nahshon's desire to worship and honor God alongside the other Israelite leaders, as seen in Numbers 7:1-89.
Why did Nahshon son of Amminadab bring this specific offering?
The Bible doesn't explicitly state why Nahshon chose this particular offering, but it may be inferred that he was following God's instructions, as outlined in Numbers 7:1-10, and demonstrating his obedience and commitment to God's will, as encouraged in Deuteronomy 12:5-7.
What can we learn from Nahshon's example in Numbers 7:17?
We can learn the importance of worshiping God with our resources and talents, as seen in Romans 12:1, and the value of following God's instructions, even when they may not be entirely clear to us, as taught in Proverbs 3:5-6.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the Bible?
This verse is part of a larger narrative about the Israelites' journey and their relationship with God, as described in Exodus 1:1-18:27 and Numbers 1:1-36:13, and it points to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who is our peace, as stated in Ephesians 2:14-18.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can express my gratitude to God, just like Nahshon did with his peace offering?
- How can I demonstrate my commitment to God's will, even when it's challenging or unclear?
- What resources or talents do I have that I can use to worship and honor God?
- In what ways can I follow Nahshon's example of obedience and faithfulness in my own life?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 7:17
And for a sacrifice of peace offerings,.... So that here were all sorts of offerings on this occasion, meat and drink offerings, burnt offerings, sin offerings, and peace offerings: and for the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 7:17
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 7:17
Peace-offerings are more numerous, because the princes and priests, and some of the people, did make a feast before the Lord out of them, and celebrated it with great rejoicing.
Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 7:17
Numbers 7:17 And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this [was] the offering of Nahshon the son of Amminadab.Ver. 17. And for peace offerings.] Sacrifices of all sorts they brought, whereby, having made their peace, they kept a feast with joy before the Lord, for his mercy to them through the merits of his Son.
Whedon's Commentary on Numbers 7:17
17. Peace offerings — See Leviticus 3, and Leviticus 7:11-21, notes.
Sermons on Numbers 7:17
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The Alarm by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of wakefulness in the spiritual life. He starts by discussing the power of praise and how even birds sing with all their migh |
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A Look at the Cross by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the incomprehensible love of God. He marvels at the fact that Jesus, the sinless one, willingly endured shame and agony for the sake of sinf |
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The Alarum by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of wakefulness in the spiritual life. He starts by discussing the power of praise and how even birds sing with all their migh |