Numbers 6:21
New International Version
“’This is the law of the Nazirite who vows offerings to the LORD in accordance with their dedication, in addition to whatever else they can afford. They must fulfill the vows they have made, according to the law of the Nazirite.’”

New Living Translation
“This is the ritual law of the Nazirites, who vow to bring these offerings to the LORD. They may also bring additional offerings if they can afford it. And they must be careful to do whatever they vowed when they set themselves apart as Nazirites.”

English Standard Version
“This is the law of the Nazirite. But if he vows an offering to the LORD above his Nazirite vow, as he can afford, in exact accordance with the vow that he takes, then he shall do in addition to the law of the Nazirite.”

Berean Standard Bible
This is the law of the Nazirite who vows his offering to the LORD for his separation, in addition to whatever else he can afford; he must fulfill whatever vow he makes, according to the law of his separation.”

King James Bible
This is the law of the Nazarite who hath vowed, and of his offering unto the LORD for his separation, beside that that his hand shall get: according to the vow which he vowed, so he must do after the law of his separation.

New King James Version
“This is the law of the Nazirite who vows to the LORD the offering for his separation, and besides that, whatever else his hand is able to provide; according to the vow which he takes, so he must do according to the law of his separation.”

New American Standard Bible
“This is the law of the Nazirite who vows his offering to the LORD according to his consecration, in addition to what else he can afford; corresponding to his vow which he makes, so he shall do according to the law of his consecration.”

NASB 1995
“This is the law of the Nazirite who vows his offering to the LORD according to his separation, in addition to what else he can afford; according to his vow which he takes, so he shall do according to the law of his separation.”

NASB 1977
“This is the law of the Nazirite who vows his offering to the LORD according to his separation, in addition to what else he can afford; according to his vow which he takes, so he shall do according to the law of his separation.”

Legacy Standard Bible
“This is the law of the Nazirite who vows his offering to Yahweh according to his Nazirite vow, in addition to what else he can afford; according to his vow which he takes, so he shall do according to the law of his Nazirite vow.”

Amplified Bible
“This is the law for the Nazirite who vows his offering to the LORD for his separation, besides what else he is able to afford, according to the vow which he has vowed; so shall he do according to the law for his separation and abstinence [as a Nazirite].”

Christian Standard Bible
“These are the instructions about the Nazirite who vows his offering to the LORD for his consecration, in addition to whatever else he can afford; he must fulfill whatever vow he makes in keeping with the instructions for his consecration.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
This is the ritual of the Nazirite who vows his offering to the LORD for his consecration, in addition to whatever else he can afford; he must fulfill whatever vow he makes in keeping with the ritual for his consecration.”

American Standard Version
This is the law of the Nazirite who voweth, and of his oblation unto Jehovah for his separation, besides that which he is able to get: according to his vow which he voweth, so he must do after the law of his separation.

Contemporary English Version
These are the requirements for Nazirites. However, if you can afford to offer more, you must do so.

English Revised Version
This is the law of the Nazirite who voweth, and of his oblation unto the LORD for his separation, beside that which he is able to get: according to his vow which he voweth, so he must do after the law of his separation.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"These are the instructions for those who have vowed to bring their offerings to the LORD because they were Nazirites. They must bring these offerings in addition to anything else they can afford. They must fulfill the requirements of these instructions for Nazirites and finish whatever they vowed to do."

Good News Translation
These are the regulations for you nazirites; but if you promise an offering beyond what your vow requires you to give, you must fulfill exactly the promise you made.

International Standard Version
This is to be the law of the Nazirite when he commits his offering to the LORD on account of his consecration, over and beyond what he owns alone plus whatever he can provide, based on the vow from his own mouth that he vows to fulfill on account of the law of his consecration."

Majority Standard Bible
This is the law of the Nazirite who vows his offering to the LORD for his separation, in addition to whatever else he can afford; he must fulfill whatever vow he makes, according to the law of his separation.”

NET Bible
"This is the law of the Nazirite who vows to the LORD his offering according to his separation, as well as whatever else he can provide. Thus he must fulfill his vow that he makes, according to the law of his separation."

New Heart English Bible
"This is the law of the Nazirite who vows, and of his offering to the LORD for his separation, besides that which he is able to get. According to his vow which he vows, so he must do after the law of his separation."

Webster's Bible Translation
This is the law of the Nazarite who hath vowed, and of his offering to the LORD for his separation, besides that which his hand shall get: according to the vow which he vowed, so he must do after the law of his separation.

World English Bible
“‘This is the law of the Nazirite who vows and of his offering to Yahweh for his separation, in addition to that which he is able to afford. According to his vow which he vows, so he must do after the law of his separation.’”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
This [is] the law of the Nazarite who vows his offering to YHWH for his separation, apart from that which his hand attains; according to his vow which he vows so he does by the law of his separation.”

Young's Literal Translation
This is the law of the Nazarite, who voweth his offering to Jehovah for his separation, apart from that which his hand attaineth; according to his vow which he voweth so he doth by the law of his separation.'

Smith's Literal Translation
This the law of him consecrated who shall vow his offering to Jehovah for his consecration, besides what his hand shall attain: according to his vow which he vowed, so shall he do according to the law of his consecration.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
This is the law of the Nazarite, when he hath vowed his oblation to the Lord in the time of his consecration, besides those things which his hand shall find, according to that which he had vowed in his mind, so shall he do for the fulfilling of his sanctification.

Catholic Public Domain Version
This is the law of the Nazarite, when he has vowed his oblation to the Lord in the time of his consecration, aside from those things which his hand shall find. According to what he had vowed in his mind, so shall he do, to the perfection of his sanctification.”

New American Bible
This, then, is the law for the nazirites, that is, what they vow as their offering to the LORD in accord with their dedication, apart from anything else which their means may allow. In keeping with the vow they take so shall they do, according to the law of their dedication.

New Revised Standard Version
This is the law for the nazirites who take a vow. Their offering to the LORD must be in accordance with the nazirite vow, apart from what else they can afford. In accordance with whatever vow they take, so they shall do, following the law for their consecration.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
This is the law of the Nazarite who has made a vow, and of his offering to the LORD for his separation, excepting what he can afford in addition; according to the vow which he has vowed, so shall he do after the law of his separation.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
This is the law of the Nazarite who vows to LORD JEHOVAH an offering for his separation apart from whatever he is capable of, according to what is enough; the vow that he vows, in this way he shall do, by the law of his Nazaritehood.’”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
This is the law of the Nazirite who voweth, and of his offering unto the LORD for his Naziriteship, beside that for which his means suffice; according to his vow which he voweth, so he must do after the law of his Naziriteship.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
This is the law of the votary who shall have vowed to the Lord his gift to the Lord, concerning his vow, besides what he may be able to afford according to the value of his vow, which he may have vowed according to the law of separation.

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Context
The Nazirite Vow
20The priest shall then wave them as a wave offering before the LORD. This is a holy portion for the priest, in addition to the breast of the wave offering and the thigh that was presented. After that, the Nazirite may drink wine. 21This is the law of the Nazirite who vows his offering to the LORD for his separation, in addition to whatever else he can afford; he must fulfill whatever vow he makes, according to the law of his separation.”

Cross References
Judges 13:5
For behold, you will conceive and give birth to a son. And no razor shall touch his head, because the boy will be a Nazirite to God from the womb, and he will begin the deliverance of Israel from the hand of the Philistines.”

1 Samuel 1:11
And she made a vow, saying, “O LORD of Hosts, if only You will look upon the affliction of Your maidservant and remember me, not forgetting Your maidservant but giving her a son, then I will dedicate him to the LORD all the days of his life, and no razor shall ever touch his head.”

Acts 18:18
Paul remained in Corinth for quite some time before saying goodbye to the brothers. He had his head shaved in Cenchrea to keep a vow he had made, and then he sailed for Syria, accompanied by Priscilla and Aquila.

Luke 1:15
for he will be great in the sight of the Lord. He shall never take wine or strong drink, and he will be filled with the Holy Spirit even from his mother’s womb.

Amos 2:11-12
I raised up prophets from your sons and Nazirites from your young men. Is this not true, O children of Israel?” declares the LORD. / “But you made the Nazirites drink wine and commanded the prophets not to prophesy.

Acts 21:23-24
Therefore do what we advise you. There are four men with us who have taken a vow. / Take these men, purify yourself along with them, and pay their expenses so they can have their heads shaved. Then everyone will know that there is no truth to these rumors about you, but that you also live in obedience to the law.

1 Corinthians 9:13
Do you not know that those who work in the temple eat of its food, and those who serve at the altar partake of its offerings?

Leviticus 27:2-8
“Speak to the Israelites and say to them, ‘When someone makes a special vow to the LORD involving the value of persons, / if the valuation concerns a male from twenty to sixty years of age, then your valuation shall be fifty shekels of silver, according to the sanctuary shekel. / Or if it is a female, then your valuation shall be thirty shekels. ...

Acts 21:26
So the next day Paul took the men and purified himself along with them. Then he entered the temple to give notice of the date when their purification would be complete and the offering would be made for each of them.

Matthew 2:23
and he went and lived in a town called Nazareth. So was fulfilled what was spoken through the prophets: “He will be called a Nazarene.”

1 Corinthians 6:20
you were bought at a price. Therefore glorify God with your body.

Romans 12:1
Therefore I urge you, brothers, on account of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is your spiritual service of worship.

2 Corinthians 6:17
“Therefore come out from among them and be separate, says the Lord. Touch no unclean thing, and I will receive you.”

Leviticus 7:16
If, however, the sacrifice he offers is a vow or a freewill offering, it shall be eaten on the day he presents his sacrifice, but the remainder may be eaten on the next day.

Deuteronomy 23:21-23
If you make a vow to the LORD your God, do not be slow to keep it, because He will surely require it of you, and you will be guilty of sin. / But if you refrain from making a vow, you will not be guilty of sin. / Be careful to follow through on what comes from your lips, because you have freely vowed to the LORD your God with your own mouth.


Treasury of Scripture

This is the law of the Nazarite who has vowed, and of his offering to the LORD for his separation, beside that that his hand shall get: according to the vow which he vowed, so he must do after the law of his separation.

the law

Numbers 5:29
This is the law of jealousies, when a wife goeth aside to another instead of her husband, and is defiled;

beside that

Ezra 2:69
They gave after their ability unto the treasure of the work threescore and one thousand drams of gold, and five thousand pound of silver, and one hundred priests' garments.

Galatians 6:6
Let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things.

Hebrews 13:16
But to do good and to communicate forget not: for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.

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Numbers 6
1. The law of the Nazarite in the days of his separation
13. And after their completion
22. The form of blessing the people














This is the law
The phrase "This is the law" signifies a divine ordinance or commandment given by God. In Hebrew, the word for "law" is "Torah," which means instruction or teaching. This indicates that the instructions for the Nazirite vow are not mere suggestions but are divinely mandated guidelines that must be followed. The law serves as a boundary and a guide for those who choose to dedicate themselves to God in this special way.

of the Nazirite
The term "Nazirite" comes from the Hebrew word "nazir," meaning "consecrated" or "separated." A Nazirite was someone who took a vow to be set apart for God, often for a specific period. This vow included abstaining from wine, not cutting one's hair, and avoiding contact with the dead. The Nazirite vow is a powerful symbol of dedication and holiness, reflecting a deep commitment to living a life that is distinct and devoted to God.

who vows his offering
The act of vowing an offering underscores the seriousness and intentionality of the Nazirite's commitment. In the ancient Near Eastern context, making a vow was a solemn promise that involved a binding obligation. The offering was a tangible expression of the Nazirite's devotion and was meant to honor God. This highlights the importance of following through on one's promises to God, demonstrating integrity and faithfulness.

to the LORD
The phrase "to the LORD" emphasizes that the vow and the offering are directed towards Yahweh, the covenant God of Israel. This personal relationship with God is central to the Nazirite vow. It is not merely a ritualistic act but a personal dedication to the LORD, who is the source of life and holiness. The use of "LORD" in all caps in the BSB indicates the divine name, Yahweh, underscoring the covenantal relationship between God and His people.

according to his separation
"According to his separation" refers to the specific terms and conditions of the Nazirite vow. The Hebrew word for "separation" is "nazir," which is the same root as "Nazirite." This separation is both physical and spiritual, marking the individual as distinct and holy unto the LORD. It is a reminder that those who are called to serve God are to live lives that are set apart from the world, reflecting God's holiness.

in addition to whatever else he can afford
This phrase indicates that the Nazirite's offering is not limited to the basic requirements but can be supplemented by additional offerings according to one's means. It reflects the principle of giving generously and sacrificially to God. The flexibility in the offering allows for personal expression of gratitude and devotion, showing that God values the heart and willingness of the giver more than the material value of the gift.

He must fulfill whatever vow he makes
The requirement to fulfill one's vow underscores the importance of faithfulness and integrity in one's relationship with God. In the Hebrew culture, a vow was a sacred promise that was not to be taken lightly. This phrase serves as a reminder of the seriousness of making commitments to God and the necessity of following through on them, reflecting a life of obedience and trustworthiness.

according to the law of his separation
This final phrase reiterates the importance of adhering to the specific guidelines of the Nazirite vow. The "law of his separation" provides a framework for living a life dedicated to God. It serves as a reminder that true devotion involves both the heart and the actions, aligning one's life with God's will and purposes. This reflects the broader biblical principle that holiness involves both inner transformation and outward obedience.

(21) Beside that that his hand shall get.--i.e., besides any voluntary offerings which it may be in his power to make.

Verse 21. - This is the law of the Nazarite who hath vowed, and of his offering. "And of" are not in the text. We should probably read, "This is the law of the Nazirite who hath vowed his offering unto the Lord in accordance with his consecration," i.e., these are the offerings which, as a Nazirite, he is bound to make. Beside that his hand shall get. Literally, "grasp." If he can afford or can procure anything more as a free-will offering, he may well do so. In later days it became customary for richer people to defray for their poorer brethren the cost of their sacrifices (Josephus, Ant., 19:6, 1; and cf. Acts 21:24).

CHAPTER 6:22-27 THE PRIESTLY BENEDICTION (verses 22-27).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
This
זֹ֣את (zōṯ)
Pronoun - feminine singular
Strong's 2063: Hereby in it, likewise, the one other, same, she, so much, such deed, that,

[is] the law
תּוֹרַ֣ת (tō·w·raṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 8451: Direction, instruction, law

of the Nazirite
הַנָּזִיר֮ (han·nā·zîr)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5139: Nazirite -- one consecrated, devoted

who
אֲשֶׁ֣ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

vows
יִדֹּר֒ (yid·dōr)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5087: To promise

his offering
קָרְבָּנ֤וֹ (qā·rə·bā·nōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 7133: Something brought near the altar, a sacrificial present

to the LORD
לַֽיהוָה֙ (Yah·weh)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

for
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

his separation,
נִזְר֔וֹ (niz·rōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5145: Something set apart, dedication, unshorn locks, a chaplet

in addition to
מִלְּבַ֖ד (mil·lə·ḇaḏ)
Preposition-m, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 905: Separation, a part of the body, branch of a, tree, bar for, carrying, chief of

whatever else
אֲשֶׁר־ (’ă·šer-)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

he can afford;
תַּשִּׂ֣יג (taś·śîḡ)
Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 5381: To reach, overtake

he must fulfill
יַעֲשֶׂ֔ה (ya·‘ă·śeh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

whatever
אֲשֶׁ֣ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

vow
נִדְרוֹ֙ (niḏ·rōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5088: A promise, a thing promised

he makes,
יִדֹּ֔ר (yid·dōr)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5087: To promise

according to
עַ֖ל (‘al)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the ritual
תּוֹרַ֥ת (tō·w·raṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 8451: Direction, instruction, law

of his separation.”
נִזְרֽוֹ׃ (niz·rōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5145: Something set apart, dedication, unshorn locks, a chaplet


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