Numbers 7:78
New International Version
On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, the leader of the people of Naphtali, brought his offering.

New Living Translation
On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, leader of the tribe of Naphtali, presented his offering.

English Standard Version
On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, the chief of the people of Naphtali:

Berean Standard Bible
On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, the leader of the Naphtalites, drew near.

King James Bible
On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali, offered:

New King James Version
On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, leader of the children of Naphtali, presented an offering.

New American Standard Bible
On the twelfth day it was Ahira the son of Enan, leader of the sons of Naphtali;

NASB 1995
On the twelfth day it was Ahira the son of Enan, leader of the sons of Naphtali;

NASB 1977
On the twelfth day it was Ahira the son of Enan, leader of the sons of Naphtali;

Legacy Standard Bible
On the twelfth day it was Ahira the son of Enan, leader of the sons of Naphtali;

Amplified Bible
On the twelfth day [it was] Ahira the son of Enan, leader [of the tribe] of the sons of Naphtali [who presented his offering];

Christian Standard Bible
On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, leader of the Naphtalites, presented an offering.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, leader of the Naphtalites, presented an offering.

American Standard Version
On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali:

English Revised Version
On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
On the twelfth day the leader of the descendants of [Naphtali], Ahira, son of Enan,

International Standard Version
On the twelfth day, Enan's son Ahira, leader of the descendants of Naphtali, presented

Majority Standard Bible
On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, the leader of the Naphtalites, drew near.

NET Bible
On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, leader of the Naphtalites, presented an offering.

New Heart English Bible
On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the people of Naphtali

Webster's Bible Translation
On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali, offered:

World English Bible
On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
On the twelfth day, Ahira son of Enan, prince of the sons of Naphtali—

Young's Literal Translation
On the twelfth day, the prince of the sons of Naphtali, Ahira son of Enan; --

Smith's Literal Translation
In the twelfth day, the chief of the sons of Naphtali, Ahira, son of Enan:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The twelfth day the prince of the sons of Nephtali, Ahira the son of Enan,

Catholic Public Domain Version
On the twelfth day, the leader of the sons of Naphtali, Ahira the son of Enan,

New American Bible
On the twelfth day it was the turn of the tribal leader of the Naphtalites, Ahira, son of Enan.

New Revised Standard Version
On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, the leader of the Naphtalites:
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
On the twelfth day Ahida the son of Enan, prince of the tribe of Naphtali, offered.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And in the twelfth day, the Head of the tribe of Naphtali, Akhida son of Ainan, came.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali:

Brenton Septuagint Translation
On the twelfth day the prince of the sons of Nephthali, Achire the son of Aenan.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Offerings of Dedication
77and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Pagiel son of Ocran. 78On the twelfth day Ahira son of Enan, the leader of the Naphtalites, drew near. 79His 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 40:29
He placed the altar of burnt offering near the entrance to the tabernacle, the Tent of Meeting, and offered on it the burnt offering and the grain offering, just as the LORD had commanded him.

Leviticus 9:15
Aaron then presented the people’s offering. He took the male goat for the people’s sin offering, slaughtered it, and offered it for sin like the first one.

1 Kings 8:63
And Solomon offered as peace offerings to the LORD 22,000 oxen and 120,000 sheep. So the king and all the Israelites dedicated the house of the LORD.

2 Chronicles 7:5
And King Solomon offered a sacrifice of 22,000 oxen and 120,000 sheep. So the king and all the people dedicated the house of God.

Ezra 6:17
For the dedication of the house of God they offered a hundred bulls, two hundred rams, four hundred lambs, and a sin offering for all Israel of twelve male goats, one for each tribe of Israel.

Nehemiah 12:43
On that day they offered great sacrifices, rejoicing because God had given them great joy. The women and children also rejoiced, so that the joy of Jerusalem was heard from afar.

Psalm 66:13-15
I will enter Your house with burnt offerings; I will fulfill my vows to You— / the vows that my lips promised and my mouth spoke in my distress. / I will offer You fatlings as burnt offerings, with the fragrant smoke of rams; I will offer bulls and goats. Selah

Isaiah 56:7
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.”

Jeremiah 33:11
the sounds of joy and gladness, the voices of the bride and bridegroom, and the voices of those bringing thank offerings into the house of the LORD, saying: ‘Give thanks to the LORD of Hosts, for the LORD is good; His loving devotion endures forever.’ For I will restore the land from captivity as in former times, says the LORD.

Ezekiel 43:27
At the end of these days, from the eighth day on, the priests are to present your burnt offerings and peace offerings on the altar. Then I will accept you, declares the Lord GOD.’”

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.

Matthew 8:4
Then Jesus instructed him, “See that you don’t tell anyone. But go, show yourself to the priest and offer the gift prescribed by Moses, as a testimony to them.”

Mark 12:33
and to love Him with all your heart and with all your understanding and with all your strength, and to love your neighbor as yourself. This is more important than all burnt offerings and sacrifices.”

Luke 2:24
and to offer the sacrifice specified in the Law of the Lord: “A pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons.”

Luke 5:14
“Do not tell anyone,” Jesus instructed him. “But go, show yourself to the priest and present the offering Moses prescribed for your cleansing, as a testimony to them.”


Treasury of Scripture

On the twelfth day Ahira the son of Enan, prince of the children of Naphtali, offered:

Numbers 1:15
Of Naphtali; Ahira the son of Enan.

Numbers 2:29
Then the tribe of Naphtali: and the captain of the children of Naphtali shall be Ahira the son of Enan.

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On the twelfth day
This phrase marks the culmination of a significant period of dedication and offering by the leaders of Israel. The number twelve is symbolically important in the Bible, often representing completeness or the people of God, as seen in the twelve tribes of Israel. This day signifies the final act in a series of offerings, underscoring the unity and collective worship of the entire nation. Historically, the number twelve is also seen in the twelve apostles, linking the Old and New Testaments in a continuity of God's covenant with His people.

Ahira son of Enan
Ahira, whose name means "brother of evil" or "brother of wrong," is a leader from the tribe of Naphtali. Despite the negative connotation of his name, Ahira's role in this context is honorable, as he represents his tribe in bringing offerings to the tabernacle. This highlights a recurring biblical theme where God uses individuals regardless of their backgrounds or names to fulfill His purposes. The mention of his father, Enan, roots Ahira in his tribal lineage, emphasizing the importance of family and heritage in Israelite society.

the leader of the Naphtalites
The tribe of Naphtali, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, is descended from Naphtali, the sixth son of Jacob and Bilhah. Historically, the Naphtalites were known for their swiftness and agility, as reflected in Jacob's blessing in Genesis 49:21, "Naphtali is a doe set free that bears beautiful fawns." As a leader, Ahira represents the collective identity and strength of his tribe, contributing to the unity and diversity of the nation of Israel. This phrase underscores the importance of leadership and representation in the community of God's people.

brought his offering
This act of bringing an offering is a demonstration of obedience and devotion to God. In the context of Numbers 7, each leader's offering is identical, symbolizing equality and shared responsibility among the tribes. The Hebrew root for "offering" (קָרְבָּן, korban) implies drawing near, indicating that these offerings are a means for the people to draw closer to God. This act of giving is not just a ritual but a heartfelt expression of worship and commitment to the covenant relationship with the Lord.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
On the twelfth
שְׁנֵ֣ים (šə·nêm)
Number - md
Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number)

day
בְּיוֹם֙ (bə·yō·wm)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3117: A day

Ahira
אֲחִירַ֖ע (’ă·ḥî·ra‘)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 299: Ahira -- 'my brother is evil', a leader of Naphtali

son
לִבְנֵ֣י (liḇ·nê)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of Enan,
עֵינָֽן׃ (‘ê·nān)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5881: Enan -- 'having fountains', a man of Naphtali

the leader
נָשִׂ֖יא (nā·śî)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5387: An exalted one, a king, sheik, a rising mist

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

[drew near].
נַפְתָּלִ֑י (nap̄·tā·lî)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5321: Naphtali -- a son of Jacob, also his descendants and the district settled by them


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