Numbers 7:81
New International Version
one young bull, one ram and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering;

New Living Translation
He brought a young bull, a ram, and a one-year-old male lamb for a burnt offering,

English Standard Version
one bull from the herd, one ram, one male lamb a year old, for a burnt offering;

Berean Standard Bible
one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering;

King James Bible
One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering:

New King James Version
one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb in its first year, as a burnt offering;

New American Standard Bible
one bull, one ram, and one male lamb one year old, as a burnt offering;

NASB 1995
one bull, one ram, one male lamb one year old, for a burnt offering;

NASB 1977
one bull, one ram, one male lamb one year old, for a burnt offering;

Legacy Standard Bible
one bull from the herd, one ram, one male lamb one year old, for a burnt offering;

Amplified Bible
one young bull, one ram, one male lamb one year old, as a burnt offering;

Christian Standard Bible
one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old, for a burnt offering;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old, for a burnt offering;

American Standard Version
one young bullock, one ram, one he-lamb a year old, for a burnt-offering;

English Revised Version
one young bullock, one ram, one he-lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
a young bull, a ram, and a one-year-old male lamb as a burnt offering;

International Standard Version
one young bull, one ram, and a one year old male lamb for a burnt offering;

Majority Standard Bible
one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering;

NET Bible
one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb in its first year, for a burnt offering;

New Heart English Bible
one young bull, one ram, one male lamb a year old, for a burnt offering;

Webster's Bible Translation
One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt-offering:

World English Bible
one young bull, one ram, one male lamb a year old, for a burnt offering;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
one bullock, a son of the herd, one ram, one lamb, a son of a year, for a burnt-offering;

Young's Literal Translation
one bullock, a son of the herd, one ram, one lamb, a son of a year, for a burnt-offering;

Smith's Literal Translation
One bullock, son of a cow, one ram, one lamb, son of his year, for a burnt-offering:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
An ox of the herd, and a ram, and a lamb of a year old for a holocaust:

Catholic Public Domain Version
an ox from the herd, and a ram, and a one-year-old lamb as a holocaust,

New American Bible
one bull from the herd, one ram, and one yearling lamb for a burnt offering;

New Revised Standard Version
one young bull, one ram, one male lamb a year old, for a burnt offering;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And one ox, a son of a herd, and one ram and one lamb, a son of a year for a burnt offering.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
one young bullock, one ram, one he-lamb of the first year, for a burnt-offering;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
One calf of the herd, one ram, one he-lamb of a year old for a whole-burnt-offering,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Offerings of Dedication
80one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense; 81one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering; 82one male goat for a sin offering;…

Cross References
Exodus 25:37
Make seven lamps and set them up on the lampstand so that they illuminate the area in front of it.

Exodus 37:23
He also made its seven lamps, its wick trimmers, and trays of pure gold.

Leviticus 24:2-4
“Command the Israelites to bring you pure oil of pressed olives for the light, to keep the lamps burning continually. / Outside the veil of the Testimony in the Tent of Meeting, Aaron is to tend the lamps continually before the LORD from evening until morning. This is to be a permanent statute for the generations to come. / He shall tend the lamps on the pure gold lampstand before the LORD continually.

1 Kings 7:48-50
Solomon also made all the furnishings for the house of the LORD: the golden altar; the golden table on which was placed the Bread of the Presence; / the lampstands of pure gold in front of the inner sanctuary, five on the right side and five on the left; the gold flowers, lamps, and tongs; / the pure gold basins, wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, ladles, and censers; and the gold hinges for the doors of the inner temple (that is, the Most Holy Place) as well as for the doors of the main hall of the temple.

2 Chronicles 4:20-22
the lampstands of pure gold and their lamps, to burn in front of the inner sanctuary as prescribed; / the flowers, lamps, and tongs of gold—of purest gold; / the wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, ladles, and censers of pure gold; and the gold doors of the temple: the inner doors to the Most Holy Place as well as the doors of the main hall.

Zechariah 4:2
“What do you see?” he asked. “I see a solid gold lampstand,” I replied, “with a bowl at the top and seven lamps on it, with seven spouts to the lamps.

Revelation 1:12-13
Then I turned to see the voice that was speaking with me. And having turned, I saw seven golden lampstands, / and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest.

Revelation 1:20
This is the mystery of the seven stars you saw in My right hand and of the seven golden lampstands: The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches, and the seven lampstands are the seven churches.

Revelation 2:5
Therefore, keep in mind how far you have fallen. Repent and perform the deeds you did at first. But if you do not repent, I will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place.

Revelation 4:5
From the throne came flashes of lightning, rumblings, and peals of thunder. Before the throne burned seven torches of fire. These are the seven spirits of God.

Revelation 11:4
These witnesses are the two olive trees and the two lampstands that stand before the Lord of the earth.

Hebrews 9:2
A tabernacle was prepared. In its first room were the lampstand, the table, and the consecrated bread. This was called the Holy Place.

Matthew 5:14-16
You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. / Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a basket. Instead, they set it on a stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. / In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

John 8:12
Once again, Jesus spoke to the people and said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life.”

John 9:5
While I am in the world, I am the light of the world.”


Treasury of Scripture

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one young bull
In the context of ancient Israelite worship, the offering of a young bull was significant due to its value and symbolism. Bulls were considered valuable livestock, representing strength and wealth. The use of a young bull in offerings is seen throughout the Old Testament, such as in Leviticus 1:3, where it is specified for burnt offerings. This offering symbolizes atonement and dedication to God. The bull's strength and vigor can also be seen as a type of Christ, who offered Himself in the prime of His life.

one ram
Rams were often used in sacrificial offerings, symbolizing leadership and authority. In Genesis 22:13, a ram is provided by God as a substitute for Isaac, prefiguring Christ as the substitutionary sacrifice for humanity. The ram's horns were also used to make trumpets, which played a role in religious ceremonies and warfare, as seen in Joshua 6:4-5. The ram offering in Numbers 7:81 signifies submission to God's authority and the acknowledgment of His provision.

and one male lamb a year old
The specification of a male lamb a year old is significant in the sacrificial system. A year-old lamb is in its prime, symbolizing innocence and purity. This is a direct foreshadowing of Jesus Christ, the "Lamb of God" (John 1:29), who was without blemish and offered as a sacrifice for sin. The Passover lamb, as described in Exodus 12:5, also had to be a year-old male without defect, further connecting this offering to the ultimate sacrifice of Christ.

for a burnt offering;
Burnt offerings were entirely consumed by fire, symbolizing complete surrender and dedication to God. This type of offering is detailed in Leviticus 1 and represents atonement for sin and the worshiper's total commitment to God. The burnt offering is a voluntary act of worship, expressing devotion and seeking reconciliation with God. In the New Testament, this is fulfilled in Christ's complete and perfect sacrifice, as described in Hebrews 10:10, where His offering sanctifies believers once and for all.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
The leader of the Israelites who received the instructions for the offerings from God.

2. Israelites
The people of God who were commanded to bring offerings for the dedication of the altar.

3. Tabernacle
The portable dwelling place for the divine presence among the Israelites, where the offerings were made.

4. Tribe of Naphtali
The tribe responsible for the offering on the twelfth day, as part of the dedication of the altar.

5. Burnt Offering
A sacrificial offering that was completely consumed by fire, symbolizing complete surrender to God.
Teaching Points
The Significance of Sacrifice
The burnt offering represents total dedication and surrender to God. As believers, we are called to offer our lives wholly to Him.

Unity in Worship
Each tribe participated in the dedication of the altar, symbolizing unity among God's people. In the church today, unity in worship and purpose is essential.

The Role of Obedience
The Israelites followed God's specific instructions for the offerings. Obedience to God's Word is crucial in our spiritual walk.

Foreshadowing Christ's Sacrifice
The sacrificial system points to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus. Understanding this connection deepens our appreciation for His atonement.

Personal Dedication
Just as the offerings were given for the dedication of the altar, we are called to dedicate our lives and resources to God's service.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
one
אֶחָ֞ד (’e·ḥāḏ)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

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

bull,
פַּ֣ר (par)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6499: Young bull, steer

one
אֶחָ֛ד (’e·ḥāḏ)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

ram,
אַ֧יִל (’a·yil)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 352: Strength, strong, a chief, a ram, a pilaster, an oak, strong tree

and one
אֶחָ֥ד (’e·ḥāḏ)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

male lamb
כֶּֽבֶשׂ־ (ke·ḇeś-)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3532: A lamb

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

for a burnt offering;
לְעֹלָֽה׃ (lə·‘ō·lāh)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5930: Whole burnt offering


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