Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “’Everyone who is native-born must do these things in this way when they present a food offering as an aroma pleasing to the LORD. New Living Translation All of you native-born Israelites must follow these instructions when you offer a special gift as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. English Standard Version Every native Israelite shall do these things in this way, in offering a food offering, with a pleasing aroma to the LORD. Berean Standard Bible Everyone who is native-born shall prepare these things in this way when he presents a food offering as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. King James Bible All that are born of the country shall do these things after this manner, in offering an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD. New King James Version All who are native-born shall do these things in this manner, in presenting an offering made by fire, a sweet aroma to the LORD. New American Standard Bible Everyone who is a native shall do these things in this way, in presenting an offering by fire as a soothing aroma to the LORD. NASB 1995 ‘All who are native shall do these things in this manner, in presenting an offering by fire, as a soothing aroma to the LORD. NASB 1977 ‘All who are native shall do these things in this manner, in presenting an offering by fire, as a soothing aroma to the LORD. Legacy Standard Bible All who are native shall do these things in this manner, in bringing near an offering by fire, as a soothing aroma to Yahweh. Amplified Bible All who are native-born shall do these things in this way, in presenting an offering by fire, as a sweet and soothing aroma to the LORD. Christian Standard Bible “Every Israelite is to prepare these things in this way when he presents a food offering as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. Holman Christian Standard Bible Every Israelite is to prepare these things in this way when he presents a fire offering as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. American Standard Version All that are home-born shall do these things after this manner, in offering an offering made by fire, of a sweet savor unto Jehovah. English Revised Version All that are homeborn shall do these things after this manner, in offering an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD. GOD'S WORD® Translation All native-born Israelites must do it this way when they bring an offering by fire, a soothing aroma to the LORD. Good News Translation All native Israelites are to do this when they present a food offering, an odor pleasing to the LORD. International Standard Version Every native born person is to do these things, bringing an offering made by fire as a pleasing aroma to the LORD." Majority Standard Bible Everyone who is native-born shall prepare these things in this way when he presents a food offering as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. NET Bible "'Every native-born person must do these things in this way to present an offering made by fire as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. New Heart English Bible "'All who are native-born shall do these things in this way, in offering an offering made by fire, of a pleasant aroma to the LORD. Webster's Bible Translation All that are born in the country shall do these things after this manner, in offering an offering made by fire, of a sweet savor to the LORD. World English Bible “‘All who are native-born shall do these things in this way, in offering an offering made by fire, of a pleasant aroma to Yahweh. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionevery native does thus with these, for bringing a fire-offering near of refreshing fragrance to YHWH; Young's Literal Translation every native doth thus with these, at bringing near a fire-offering of sweet fragrance to Jehovah; Smith's Literal Translation Every native shall do thus with these to bring near a sacrifice, an odor of sweetness to Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBoth they that are born in the land, and the strangers Catholic Public Domain Version Both natives and sojourners New American Bible All the native-born shall make these offerings in this way, whenever they present a sweet-smelling oblation to the LORD. New Revised Standard Version Every native Israelite shall do these things in this way, in presenting an offering by fire, a pleasing odor to the LORD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAll the house of Israel shall do these things after this manner, and shall offer an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour to the LORD. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated All of the house Israel shall do and shall offer an offering for a fragrance of savor to LORD JEHOVAH. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917All that are home-born shall do these things after this manner, in presenting an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD. Brenton Septuagint Translation Every native of the country shall do thus to offer such things as sacrifices for a smell of sweet savour to the Lord. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Laws about Offerings…12This is how you must prepare each one, no matter how many. 13Everyone who is native-born shall prepare these things in this way when he presents an offering made by fire as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. 14And for the generations to come, if a foreigner residing with you or someone else among you wants to prepare an offering made by fire as a pleasing aroma to the LORD, he is to do exactly as you do.… Cross References Leviticus 23:17 Bring two loaves of bread from your dwellings as a wave offering, each made from two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour, baked with leaven, as the firstfruits to the LORD. Exodus 12:49 The same law shall apply to both the native and the foreigner who resides among you.” Leviticus 24:22 You are to have the same standard of law for the foreign resident and the native; for I am the LORD your God.’” Deuteronomy 16:16-17 Three times a year all your men are to appear before the LORD your God in the place He will choose: at the Feast of Unleavened Bread, the Feast of Weeks, and the Feast of Tabernacles. No one should appear before the LORD empty-handed. / Everyone must appear with a gift as he is able, according to the blessing the LORD your God has given you. 1 Kings 8:41-43 And as for the foreigner who is not of Your people Israel but has come from a distant land because of Your name— / for they will hear of Your great name and mighty hand and outstretched arm—when he comes and prays toward this temple, / then may You hear from heaven, Your dwelling place, and do according to all for which the foreigner calls to You. Then all the peoples of the earth will know Your name and fear You, as do Your people Israel, and they will know that this house I have built is called by Your Name. Isaiah 56:6-7 And the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD to minister to Him, to love the name of the LORD, and to be His servants—all who keep the Sabbath without profaning it and who hold fast to My covenant— / I will bring them to My holy mountain and make them joyful in My house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be accepted on My altar, for My house will be called a house of prayer for all the nations.” Ezekiel 45:17 And it shall be the prince’s part to provide the burnt offerings, grain offerings, and drink offerings for the feasts, New Moons, and Sabbaths—for all the appointed feasts of the house of Israel. He will provide the sin offerings, grain offerings, burnt offerings, and peace offerings to make atonement for the house of Israel. Malachi 1:11 For My name will be great among the nations, from where the sun rises to where it sets. In every place, incense and pure offerings will be presented in My name, because My name will be great among the nations,” says the LORD of Hosts. Matthew 5:17-18 Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets. I have not come to abolish them, but to fulfill them. / For I tell you truly, until heaven and earth pass away, not a single jot, not a stroke of a pen, will disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished. Matthew 28:19-20 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, / and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Mark 7:7-9 They worship Me in vain; they teach as doctrine the precepts of men.’ / You have disregarded the commandment of God to keep the tradition of men.” / He went on to say, “You neatly set aside the command of God to maintain your own tradition. Luke 24:47 and in His name repentance and forgiveness of sins will be proclaimed to all nations, beginning in Jerusalem. John 4:23-24 But a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth, for the Father is seeking such as these to worship Him. / God is Spirit, and His worshipers must worship Him in spirit and in truth.” Acts 10:34-35 Then Peter began to speak: “I now truly understand that God does not show favoritism, / but welcomes those from every nation who fear Him and do what is right. Acts 15:19-21 It is my judgment, therefore, that we should not cause trouble for the Gentiles who are turning to God. / Instead, we should write and tell them to abstain from food polluted by idols, from sexual immorality, from the meat of strangled animals, and from blood. / For Moses has been proclaimed in every city from ancient times and is read in the synagogues on every Sabbath.” Treasury of Scripture All that are born of the country shall do these things after this manner, in offering an offering made by fire, of a sweet smell to the LORD. Jump to Previous Aroma Birth Born Country Home-Born Israelites Pleasant Pleasing Presenting Savor Savour Soothing Sweet WayJump to Next Aroma Birth Born Country Home-Born Israelites Pleasant Pleasing Presenting Savor Savour Soothing Sweet WayNumbers 15 1. The law of the meat offering, and the drink offering14. The stranger is under the same law 17. The law of the first of the dough 22. The sacrifice for sins of ignorance 30. The punishment of presumption 32. He who violated the Sabbath is stoned 37. The law of tassels Everyone who is native-born This phrase refers to the Israelites, the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who were born within the covenant community. The term "native-born" emphasizes the importance of identity and heritage in the Israelite community. It highlights the distinction between Israelites and foreigners or sojourners living among them. This distinction is significant in the context of the Old Testament, where God's covenant promises were specifically given to the descendants of Abraham (Genesis 17:7-8). The native-born Israelites were expected to adhere to the laws and commandments given by God through Moses, which set them apart as God's chosen people (Deuteronomy 7:6). shall prepare these things in this way when he presents a food offering as a pleasing aroma to the LORD Persons / Places / Events 1. Native-born IsraelitesThis term refers to those who were born within the community of Israel, as opposed to foreigners or sojourners. The native-born had specific responsibilities and privileges under the Mosaic Law. 2. Offerings Made by Fire These were sacrifices presented to God, often involving the burning of animals or grains, symbolizing dedication and atonement. 3. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant God of Israel, who established the laws and rituals for His people to follow as a sign of their relationship with Him. 4. Moses The leader of the Israelites who received the Law from God and communicated it to the people. 5. The Tabernacle The central place of worship for the Israelites during their wilderness journey, where offerings were made. Teaching Points Obedience to God's CommandsThe verse emphasizes the importance of following God's instructions precisely. For believers today, this means adhering to the teachings of Scripture and living in a way that honors God. The Role of Tradition and Community The native-born Israelites had specific roles within their community. Similarly, Christians are called to participate actively in their faith communities, contributing to the body of Christ. Sacrificial Living Just as the Israelites offered sacrifices, Christians are called to live sacrificially, dedicating their lives to God and serving others. Pleasing Aroma to the LORD The concept of a pleasing aroma signifies actions that are acceptable and delightful to God. Believers should strive to live in a way that is pleasing to Him, through worship, service, and obedience.(13) All that are born of the country.--The Targum of Jonathan is, "all that are born in Israel, and not among the people." It seems clear, however, from Numbers 15:14 that the reference in this verse is to the indigenous Israelites.Verse 13. - All that are born of the country. כָּל־הָאֶזְרָח, all the native born. Septuagint, πᾶς ὁ αὐτόχθων. The phrase is used no doubt from the point of view of a resident in Canaan; but it was only to such residents that these ordinances applied. Those things. The regulations just mentioned. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Everyoneכָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every who is native-born הָאֶזְרָ֥ח (hā·’ez·rāḥ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 249: A spontaneous growth, native shall prepare יַעֲשֶׂה־ (ya·‘ă·śeh-) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make these אֵ֑לֶּה (’êl·leh) Pronoun - common plural Strong's 428: These, those things in this way כָּ֖כָה (kā·ḵāh) Adverb Strong's 3602: Just so when he presents לְהַקְרִ֛יב (lə·haq·rîḇ) Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct Strong's 7126: To come near, approach an offering made by fire אִשֵּׁ֥ה (’iš·šêh) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 801: A burnt-offering, a sacrifice as a pleasing נִיחֹ֖חַ (nî·ḥō·aḥ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5207: A quieting, soothing, tranquilizing aroma רֵֽיחַ־ (rê·aḥ-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7381: To smell, perceive odor to the LORD. לַֽיהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel Links Numbers 15:13 NIVNumbers 15:13 NLT Numbers 15:13 ESV Numbers 15:13 NASB Numbers 15:13 KJV Numbers 15:13 BibleApps.com Numbers 15:13 Biblia Paralela Numbers 15:13 Chinese Bible Numbers 15:13 French Bible Numbers 15:13 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 15:13 All who are native-born shall do these (Nu Num.) |
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