Numbers 7:62
Numbers 7:62 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 7:62
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Numbers 7:62 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 7:62
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 7:62
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Context — Offerings of Dedication
60On the ninth day Abidan son of Gideoni, the leader of the Benjamites, drew near.
61His 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;
62one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense;
63one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering; 64one male goat for a sin offering;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Romans 15:16 | to be a minister of Christ Jesus to the Gentiles in the priestly service of the gospel of God, so that the Gentiles might become an offering acceptable to God, sanctified by the Holy Spirit. |
| 2 | Isaiah 66:20 | And they will bring all your brothers from all the nations as a gift to the LORD on horses and chariots and wagons, on mules and camels, to My holy mountain Jerusalem,” says the LORD, “just as the Israelites bring an offering in a clean vessel to the house of the LORD.” |
| 3 | Philippians 4:18 | I have all I need and more, now that I have received your gifts from Epaphroditus. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God. |
| 4 | Psalms 112:2 | His descendants will be mighty in the land; the generation of the upright will be blessed. |
| 5 | Hebrews 13:15 | Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise, the fruit of lips that confess His name. |
| 6 | Daniel 9:27 | And he will confirm a covenant with many for one week, but in the middle of the week he will put an end to sacrifice and offering. And on the wing of the temple will come the abomination that causes desolation, until the decreed destruction is poured out upon him. ” |
Numbers 7:62 Summary
[The gold dish filled with incense in Numbers 7:62 represents the prayers and worship of the people, and reminds us of the importance of prayer and worship in our relationship with God. Just like the incense rising to God, our prayers can rise to Him and be a sweet fragrance, as seen in Psalm 141:2. This encourages us to prioritize prayer and worship in our daily lives, offering our best to God, just like the leader of the Benjamites offered the gold dish. By doing so, we can bring glory to God and serve others, just like the Israelites did in Numbers 7.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the gold dish filled with incense in Numbers 7:62?
The gold dish filled with incense represents the prayers and worship of the people, as seen in Psalm 141:2, where incense is compared to prayers rising to God. This symbolizes the importance of prayer and worship in our relationship with God.
Why was the weight of the gold dish specified as ten shekels?
The weight of the gold dish, ten shekels, may have been specified to emphasize the value and importance of the offering, similar to how the weight of the silver platter and bowl were specified in Numbers 7:61. This attention to detail highlights the care and thoughtfulness of the offering.
Is the use of incense in Numbers 7:62 related to the use of incense in other parts of the Bible, such as Revelation 8:3-4?
Yes, the use of incense in Numbers 7:62 is related to its use in other parts of the Bible, such as Revelation 8:3-4, where incense represents the prayers of the saints. This connection highlights the continuity of worship and prayer throughout the Bible.
How does the offering of the gold dish filled with incense relate to our lives as Christians today?
The offering of the gold dish filled with incense reminds us of the importance of prayer and worship in our relationship with God, as seen in Romans 12:1, where we are called to offer our bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God. This encourages us to prioritize prayer and worship in our daily lives.
Reflection Questions
- What role does prayer and worship play in my daily life, and how can I prioritize it, just like the offering of the gold dish filled with incense?
- How can I, like the leader of the Benjamites, offer my best to God, whether through prayer, worship, or service?
- What are some ways I can use my resources, like the gold dish, to bring glory to God and serve others?
- In what ways can I, like the Israelites, offer my life as a sacrifice to God, holy and pleasing to Him, as seen in Romans 12:1?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 7:62
One golden spoon of ten [shekels], full of incense. [See comments on Numbers 7:14].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 7:62
His offering was 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 flour
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Obtaining the Fullness of the Blessing of Christ by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of dealing with the things that hinder our relationship with God. He highlights how God desires to bless and use us, but ther |
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Studies in Romans-10 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, G. Campbell Morgan emphasizes the profound impact of preaching the gospel. He highlights that every soul that is saved through the preaching of the gospel is not on |
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What Did the First Generation Christians Practice? by Victor Choudhrie | This sermon emphasizes the practices of the first generation Christians, focusing on Apostolic teaching, fellowship as a family of God, the importance of sharing and caring, and th |
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The Purpose of God by David Ravenhill | This sermon emphasizes the core purpose of God, likening it to a jigsaw puzzle where each piece represents a different aspect of God's plan. It highlights the need for believers to |
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Power and Sanctification by G.W. North | G.W. North emphasizes the dual aspects of the Holy Spirit's power in the life of a believer, focusing on both miraculous works and the essential process of sanctification. He highl |
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What Paul Said About Holiness 1 by Aaron Hills | Aaron Hills preaches on the importance of sanctification as a second work of grace in the hearts of believers. Paul's letters to the Thessalonians emphasize God's will for sanctifi |
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Sanctified Wholly by David Shelby Corlett | David Shelby Corlett preaches on entire sanctification, explaining it as the work of grace by which God cleanses the born-again individual from the sinful nature remaining in the h |