Numbers 7:12
New International Version
The one who brought his offering on the first day was Nahshon son of Amminadab of the tribe of Judah.

New Living Translation
On the first day Nahshon son of Amminadab, leader of the tribe of Judah, presented his offering.

English Standard Version
He who offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah.

Berean Standard Bible
On the first day Nahshon son of Amminadab from the tribe of Judah drew near with his offering.

King James Bible
And he that offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah:

New King James Version
And the one who offered his offering on the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, from the tribe of Judah.

New American Standard Bible
Now the one who presented his offering on the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah;

NASB 1995
Now the one who presented his offering on the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah;

NASB 1977
Now the one who presented his offering on the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah;

Legacy Standard Bible
Now the one who brought his offering near on the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah;

Amplified Bible
Now the one who presented his offering on the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah;

Christian Standard Bible
The one who presented his offering on the first day was Nahshon son of Amminadab from the tribe of Judah.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The one who presented his offering on the first day was Nahshon son of Amminadab from the tribe of Judah.

American Standard Version
And he that offered his oblation the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah:

English Revised Version
And he that offered his oblation the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The one who brought his gifts on the first day was Nahshon, son of Amminadab, from the tribe of [Judah].

International Standard Version
On the first day Amminadab's son Nahshon, from the tribe of Judah, presented

Majority Standard Bible
On the first day Nahshon son of Amminadab from the tribe of Judah drew near with his offering.

NET Bible
The one who presented his offering on the first day was Nahshon son of Amminadab, from the tribe of Judah.

New Heart English Bible
He who offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah,

Webster's Bible Translation
And he that offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah:

World English Bible
He who offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And he who is bringing his offering near on the first day is Nahshon son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah.

Young's Literal Translation
And he who is bringing near on the first day his offering is Nahshon son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah.

Smith's Literal Translation
And it shall be, he bringing near his offering in the first day, Nashon, son of Amminadab, for the tribe of Judah.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The first day Nahasson the son of Aminadab of the tribe of Juda offered his offering:

Catholic Public Domain Version
On the first day, Nahshon, the son of Amminadab of the tribe of Judah, offered his oblation.

New American Bible
The one who presented his offering on the first day was Nahshon, son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah.

New Revised Standard Version
The one who presented his offering the first day was Nahshon son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And he who offered his offering on the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, the prince of the tribe of Judah;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Nahshon son of Aminadab, the Chief of the tribe of the house Yehuda, was bringing his offering on the first day.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And he that presented his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And he that offered his gift on the first day, was Naasson the son of Aminadab, prince of the tribe of Juda.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Offerings of Dedication
11And the LORD said to Moses, “Each day one leader is to present his offering for the dedication of the altar.” 12 On the first day Nahshon son of Amminadab from the tribe of Judah drew near with his offering. 13His 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;…

Cross References
Exodus 35:27-29
The leaders brought onyx stones and gemstones to mount on the ephod and breastpiece, / as well as spices and olive oil for the light, for the anointing oil, and for the fragrant incense. / So all the men and women of the Israelites whose hearts prompted them brought a freewill offering to the LORD for all the work that the LORD through Moses had commanded them to do.

Leviticus 9:1-2
On the eighth day Moses summoned Aaron and his sons and the elders of Israel. / He said to Aaron, “Take for yourself a young bull for a sin offering and a ram for a burnt offering, both without blemish, and present them before the LORD.

1 Chronicles 29:6-9
Then the leaders of the families, the officers of the tribes of Israel, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king’s work gave willingly. / Toward the service of God’s house they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron. / Whoever had precious stones gave them to the treasury of the house of the LORD, under the care of Jehiel the Gershonite. ...

2 Chronicles 31:12
And they faithfully brought in the contributions, tithes, and dedicated gifts. Conaniah the Levite was the officer in charge of them, and his brother Shimei was second.

Ezra 2:68-69
When they arrived at the house of the LORD in Jerusalem, some of the heads of the families gave freewill offerings to rebuild the house of God on its original site. / According to their ability, they gave to the treasury for this work 61,000 darics of gold, 5,000 minas of silver, and 100 priestly garments.

Nehemiah 7:70-72
Some of the heads of the families contributed to the project. The governor gave to the treasury 1,000 darics of gold, 50 bowls, and 530 priestly garments. / And some of the heads of the families gave to the treasury for the project 20,000 darics of gold and 2,200 minas of silver. / The rest of the people gave a total of 20,000 darics of gold, 2,000 minas of silver, and 67 priestly garments.

Psalm 68:29
Because of Your temple at Jerusalem kings will bring You gifts.

Isaiah 60:7
All the flocks of Kedar will be gathered to you; the rams of Nebaioth will serve you and go up on My altar with acceptance; I will adorn My glorious house.

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 2:11
On coming to the house, they saw the Child with His mother Mary, and they fell down and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasures and presented Him with gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh.

Matthew 5:23-24
So if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, / leave your gift there before the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift.

Mark 12:41-44
As Jesus was sitting opposite the treasury, He watched the crowd putting money into it. And many rich people put in large amounts. / Then one poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which amounted to a small fraction of a denarius. / Jesus called His disciples to Him and said, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put more than all the others into the treasury. ...

Luke 21:1-4
Then Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, / and He saw a poor widow put in two small copper coins. / “Truly I tell you,” He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. ...

John 12:3
Then Mary took about a pint of expensive perfume, made of pure nard, and she anointed Jesus’ feet and wiped them with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume.


Treasury of Scripture

And he that offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah:

Numbers 1:7
Of Judah; Nahshon the son of Amminadab.

Numbers 2:3
And on the east side toward the rising of the sun shall they of the standard of the camp of Judah pitch throughout their armies: and Nahshon the son of Amminadab shall be captain of the children of Judah.

Numbers 10:14
In the first place went the standard of the camp of the children of Judah according to their armies: and over his host was Nahshon the son of Amminadab.

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1. The offering of the princes at the dedication of the tabernacle
10. Their several offerings at the dedication of the altar
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On the first day
This phrase marks the beginning of a significant event in the Israelite community, the dedication of the altar. The first day signifies the start of a twelve-day period where each tribe presents offerings. This structured approach reflects the order and organization within the Israelite camp, as seen throughout the book of Numbers.

Nahshon son of Amminadab
Nahshon is a prominent figure in the tribe of Judah and is mentioned in several genealogies, including the lineage of Jesus Christ (Matthew 1:4, Luke 3:32). His leadership role is highlighted as he is the first to present offerings, indicating his status and the importance of the tribe of Judah. Nahshon's presence underscores the fulfillment of Jacob's blessing that the scepter will not depart from Judah (Genesis 49:10).

from the tribe of Judah
Judah is one of the most significant tribes in Israel, known for its leadership and royal lineage. The tribe's prominence is evident in its encampment position and its role in leading the march (Numbers 2:3-9). Judah's offering first may symbolize its preeminence and foreshadow the coming of the Messiah from this tribe.

drew near with his offering
The act of drawing near with an offering is a form of worship and dedication to God. It reflects the Israelites' obedience and reverence. The offerings presented by each tribe were identical, symbolizing unity and equality among the tribes. This act of drawing near is a precursor to the New Testament concept of drawing near to God through Christ (Hebrews 10:22).

his offering
The offerings brought by Nahshon and the other leaders were substantial and included silver, gold, and animals for sacrifice. These offerings were not only acts of worship but also served practical purposes in the maintenance of the tabernacle. The detailed description of the offerings in Numbers 7 emphasizes the importance of giving and sacrifice in the worship of God.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Nahshon
He is the son of Amminadab and a leader of the tribe of Judah. Nahshon is significant as he is mentioned in the genealogy of Jesus in the New Testament, highlighting his importance in the lineage of David and ultimately Christ.

2. Amminadab
The father of Nahshon, Amminadab is part of the genealogy of the tribe of Judah, which is a prominent tribe in Israel's history.

3. Tribe of Judah
One of the twelve tribes of Israel, Judah is a leading tribe known for its strength and leadership. It is the tribe from which King David and Jesus Christ descended.

4. Offering
The context of this verse is the dedication of the altar, where leaders from each tribe brought offerings. Nahshon's offering is the first, setting a precedent for the others.

5. Dedication of the Altar
This event marks the consecration of the altar in the Tabernacle, a significant moment in Israel's worship and relationship with God.
Teaching Points
Leadership and Legacy
Nahshon's role as the first to bring an offering demonstrates leadership and sets an example for others. In our lives, we are called to lead by example, especially in our faith and dedication to God.

The Importance of Firsts
Being the first to act in faith can inspire others. Just as Nahshon was the first to present his offering, we can be the first to step out in faith in our communities.

Generational Faithfulness
Nahshon's inclusion in the genealogy of Jesus reminds us of the importance of faithfulness across generations. Our actions today can have lasting impacts on future generations.

Worship and Dedication
The dedication of the altar signifies the importance of setting apart time and resources for God. We are encouraged to dedicate our lives and possessions to God's service.Verse 12. - Nahshon. The same appointed to act with Moses in the census, and to be captain of the children of Judah (Numbers 1:7; Numbers 2:3). The names of the other princes are to be found in the same passages, and their order in presenting is their order for the march. This seems to show that their off, rings were actually made after the arrangement of the camps had been settled.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
On the first
הָרִאשׁ֖וֹן (hā·ri·šō·wn)
Article | Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 7223: First, in place, time, rank

day
בַּיּ֥וֹם (bay·yō·wm)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3117: A day

Nahshon
נַחְשׁ֥וֹן (naḥ·šō·wn)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5177: Nahshon -- brother-in-law of Aaron

son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Amminadab
עַמִּינָדָ֖ב (‘am·mî·nā·ḏāḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5992: Amminadab -- 'my kinsman is noble', the name of several Israelites

from the tribe
לְמַטֵּ֥ה (lə·maṭ·ṭêh)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4294: A staff, rod, shaft, branch, a tribe

of Judah
יְהוּדָֽה׃ (yə·hū·ḏāh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3063: Judah -- 'praised', a son of Jacob, also the southern kingdom, also four Israelites

drew near
הַמַּקְרִ֛יב (ham·maq·rîḇ)
Article | Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 7126: To come near, approach

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


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