Numbers 7:38
Numbers 7:38 in Multiple Translations
one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense;
One golden spoon of ten shekels, full of incense:
one golden spoon of ten shekels, full of incense;
One gold spoon of ten shekels, full of spice;
He also presented a gold dish that weighed ten shekels filled with incense. As sacrifices he brought
A golden incense cup of ten shekels, full of incense,
one golden spoon of ten [shekels], full of perfume;
one golden ladle of ten shekels, full of incense;
One golden spoon of ten shekels , full of incense:
A little mortar of gold weighing ten sides full of incense:
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 7:38
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Numbers 7:38 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כַּ֥ף
אַחַ֛ת
עֲשָׂרָ֥ה
זָהָ֖ב
מְלֵאָ֥ה
קְטֹֽרֶת
כַּ֥ף
kaph
H3709
palm
N-fs
אַחַ֛ת
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
עֲשָׂרָ֥ה
ʻeser
H6235
ten
Adj
זָהָ֖ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
N-ms
מְלֵאָ֥ה
mâlêʼ
H4392
full
Adj
קְטֹֽרֶת
qᵉṭôreth
H7004
incense
N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 7:38
כַּ֥ף
kaph
H3709
"palm"
N-fs
In the Bible, this word refers to the palm of the hand, like in Exodus 29 where it describes the priest's hands being filled with offerings. It can also symbolize power or strength, like in Psalm 16. It's about the hand or its shape.
Definition: : palm/hand 1) palm, hand, sole, palm of the hand, hollow or flat of the hand 1a) palm, hollow or flat of the hand 1b) power 1c) sole (of the foot) 1d) hollow, objects, bending objects, bent objects 1d1) of thigh-joint 1d2) pan, vessel (as hollow) 1d3) hollow (of sling) 1d4) hand-shaped branches or fronds (of palm trees) 1d5) handles (as bent)
Usage: Occurs in 180 OT verses. KJV: branch, [phrase] foot, hand((-ful), -dle, (-led)), hollow, middle, palm, paw, power, sole, spoon. See also: Genesis 8:9; 2 Chronicles 6:13; Psalms 7:4.
אַחַ֛ת
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.
עֲשָׂרָ֥ה
ʻeser
H6235
"ten"
Adj
This Hebrew word means the number ten, often used in combination with other numbers to describe larger quantities, such as in the story of the ten commandments in Exodus 20. It is commonly translated as 'ten' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) ten 1a) ten 1b) with other numbers Aramaic equivalent: a.sar (עֲשַׂר "ten" H6236)
Usage: Occurs in 157 OT verses. KJV: ten, (fif-, seven-) teen. See also: Genesis 5:14; 1 Kings 6:3; Isaiah 5:10.
זָהָ֖ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
מְלֵאָ֥ה
mâlêʼ
H4392
"full"
Adj
Full means having no empty space, like a full cup or a full heart. It can also mean a large amount, like a multitude of people.
Definition: 1) full, fulness, that which fills 1a) fully (adv)
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] she that was with child, fill(-ed, -ed with), full(-ly), multitude, as is worth. See also: Genesis 23:9; Deuteronomy 6:11; Psalms 73:10.
קְטֹֽרֶת
qᵉṭôreth
H7004
"incense"
N-fs
Incense refers to a sweet smoke from burning sacrifices, used in worship and perfume. It symbolizes a pleasing aroma to God, found in Leviticus and other books.
Definition: 1) incense, smoke, odour of (burning) sacrifice 1a) sweet smoke of sacrifice 1b) incense 1c) perfume
Usage: Occurs in 58 OT verses. KJV: (sweet) incense, perfume. See also: Exodus 25:6; Numbers 7:50; Psalms 66:15.
Study Notes — Numbers 7:38
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Context — Offerings of Dedication
36On the fifth day Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai, the leader of the Simeonites, drew near.
37His 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;
38one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense;
39one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering; 40one male goat for a sin offering;Numbers 7:38 Summary
The gold dish filled with incense in Numbers 7:38 represents an offering of worship and prayer to God. Just like the incense rose to God, our prayers can rise to Him too, as seen in Psalm 141:2. This reminds us that our worship and prayers are important to God, and we can offer them to Him in many ways, just like the different offerings presented in Numbers 7. By offering our lives and resources to God, we can worship Him and bring Him glory, as encouraged in Romans 12:1.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the gold dish filled with incense in Numbers 7:38?
The gold dish filled with incense in Numbers 7:38 represents a symbol of worship and prayer, as incense was used to symbolize the prayers of the people rising to God, similar to what is described in Revelation 8:3-4 and Psalm 141:2.
Why was the weight of the gold dish specified as ten shekels?
The weight of the gold dish being specified as ten shekels in Numbers 7:38 emphasizes the importance of precision and attention to detail in the offerings and worship of the Israelites, as seen in other descriptions of temple offerings and furnishings, such as in Exodus 25:39 and 1 Kings 7:49.
How does this offering relate to the overall theme of Numbers 7?
The offering described in Numbers 7:38 is part of the larger context of the dedication of the altar and the presentation of gifts by the leaders of the tribes of Israel, highlighting the unity and cooperation among the tribes, as noted in Numbers 7:1-3 and Numbers 7:89.
What can we learn from the variety of offerings presented in Numbers 7?
The variety of offerings, including the gold dish filled with incense in Numbers 7:38, demonstrates the diversity of ways to worship and honor God, as also seen in Romans 12:1 and Hebrews 13:15-16, where believers are encouraged to offer their bodies as living sacrifices and to continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God.
Reflection Questions
- What does the use of incense in worship signify to me, and how can I apply this symbol to my own prayer life?
- In what ways can I offer my life and resources as a form of worship to God, just as the leaders of the tribes presented their offerings?
- How does the attention to detail in the offerings, such as the weight of the gold dish, inspire me to be more precise and intentional in my own worship and service to God?
- What does the unity and cooperation among the tribes of Israel in presenting their offerings teach me about the importance of community and working together in worship and service?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 7:38
One golden spoon of ten [shekels], full of incense. [See comments on Numbers 7:14].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 7:38
He offered for his offering one silver charger, the weight whereof was an hundred and thirty shekels, one silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary; both of them full of fine