Also present half a hin of wine as a drink offering. It is an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. Also present half a hin of wine as a drink offering.In the ancient Near Eastern context, wine was a common element in religious rituals, symbolizing joy and celebration. A "hin" is an ancient Hebrew unit of liquid measure, approximately equivalent to 3.5 liters or about 6 pints, so half a hin would be about 1.75 liters or 3 pints. The drink offering, or "nesek" in Hebrew, was poured out beside the altar, signifying the dedication and surrender of the offerer to God. This practice is seen throughout the Old Testament, such as in Genesis 35:14, where Jacob pours out a drink offering. The use of wine in offerings foreshadows the New Testament, where wine becomes a symbol of Christ's blood in the Lord's Supper ( Matthew 26:27-28). It is a food offering,
The term "food offering" refers to the broader category of sacrifices that were presented to God, which included grain, oil, and drink offerings. These offerings were not consumed by God in a literal sense but were symbolic acts of worship and devotion. The Hebrew word for "food offering" is "isheh," which can also mean "fire offering," indicating that these offerings were typically burned on the altar. This act of burning symbolized the transformation of the physical into the spiritual, as the offering ascended to God in the form of smoke. a pleasing aroma to the LORD.
The phrase "a pleasing aroma" is a recurring motif in the Old Testament, signifying God's acceptance of the offering. It is not the physical smell that pleases God but the heart and obedience of the worshiper. This concept is echoed in Ephesians 5:2, where Christ's sacrificial love is described as a "fragrant offering and sacrifice to God." The pleasing aroma represents the idea that God delights in the sincere worship and devotion of His people. This phrase underscores the importance of the heart's attitude in worship, as seen in 1 Samuel 15:22, where obedience is valued over sacrifice. Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites who received the laws and instructions from God, including those in Numbers 15. 2. IsraelitesThe chosen people of God, who were given these specific instructions for worship and offerings. 3. The LORD (Yahweh)The God of Israel, who established the covenant and gave the laws to His people. 4. The Promised LandThe destination of the Israelites, where they were to observe these laws as part of their covenant relationship with God. 5. The TabernacleThe place of worship where offerings were made, representing God's presence among His people. Teaching Points The Importance of Obedience in WorshipThe detailed instructions for offerings highlight the importance of obedience in worship. God desires that His people follow His commands precisely, reflecting their reverence and commitment to Him. Symbolism of the Drink OfferingThe drink offering, made with wine, symbolizes joy and celebration in the presence of God. It serves as a reminder that worship should be a joyful expression of gratitude and devotion. A Pleasing Aroma to the LORDThe phrase "a pleasing aroma" signifies God's acceptance of the offering. It teaches us that our worship and sacrifices, when done in obedience and sincerity, are pleasing to God. The Role of Sacrifices in the Covenant RelationshipSacrifices were a vital part of the covenant relationship between God and Israel. They served as a means of atonement and a way to maintain fellowship with God, pointing forward to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Application in Modern WorshipWhile the specific offerings are no longer required, the principles of obedience, joy, and sincerity in worship remain relevant. Believers are called to offer their lives as living sacrifices, pleasing to God. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the concept of a "pleasing aroma" in Numbers 15:10 relate to our understanding of worship today? 2. In what ways can we ensure that our worship is both obedient and joyful, reflecting the principles found in this passage? 3. How do the offerings described in Numbers 15 point forward to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ? 4. What are some practical ways we can offer our lives as "living sacrifices" in our daily walk with God? 5. How can the principles of obedience and sincerity in worship be applied in our church communities today? Connections to Other Scriptures Leviticus 23This chapter outlines various offerings and feasts, providing a broader context for understanding the significance of offerings as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. Exodus 29Describes the consecration of priests and the offerings associated with it, highlighting the importance of obedience in worship. Hebrews 13Discusses the concept of sacrifices in the New Testament, emphasizing spiritual sacrifices and the ultimate sacrifice of Christ. People Aaron, Ephah, Israelites, MosesPlaces Egypt, Wilderness of ParanTopics Aroma, Bring, Bringest, Drink, Drink-offering, Fire, Fire-offering, Fragrance, Half, Hin, Libation, Odor, Odour, Offer, Offering, One-half, Pleasant, Pleasing, Present, Savor, Savour, Smell, Soothing, Sweet, WineDictionary of Bible Themes Numbers 15:10 7350 drink offering Numbers 15:1-10 7368 grain offering Numbers 15:1-12 1680 types
4456 grain Numbers 15:4-10 5617 measures, liquid Numbers 15:8-10 5741 vows Library List of Abbreviations Used in Reference to Rabbinic Writings Quoted in this Work.
THE Mishnah is always quoted according to Tractate, Chapter (Pereq) and Paragraph (Mishnah), the Chapter being marked in Roman, the paragraph in ordinary Numerals. Thus Ber. ii. 4 means the Mishnic Tractate Berakhoth, second Chapter, fourth Paragraph. The Jerusalem Talmud is distinguished by the abbreviation Jer. before the name of the Tractate. Thus, Jer. Ber. is the Jer. Gemara, or Talmud, of the Tractate Berakhoth. The edition, from which quotations are made, is that commonly used, Krotoschin, …
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the MessiahWe are Drawing Near the End, and to the Highest Conclusions of True Human Wisdom...
We are drawing near the end, and to the highest conclusions of true human wisdom; and full of deepest interest it is to mark the character of these conclusions. Reason speaks; that faculty that is rightly termed divine, for its possession marks those who are "the offspring of God." He is the Father of spirits, and it is in the spirit that Reason has her seat; whilst in our Preacher she is enthroned, and now with authority utters forth her counsels. Here we may listen to just how far she can …
F. C. Jennings—Old Groans and New Songs Seventh Day. Holiness and Obedience.
Ye have seen what I did to the Egyptians, and how I bare you on eagles' wings, and brought you unto myself. Now therefore, if ye will obey my voice indeed, and keep my covenant, ye shall be a peculiar treasure unto me above all people: ye shall be unto me an holy nation.'--Ex. xix. 4-6. Israel has reached Horeb. The law is to be given and the covenant made. Here are God's first words to the people; He speaks of redemption and its blessing, fellowship with Himself: 'Ye have seen how I brought …
Andrew Murray—Holy in Christ The Healing of the Woman - Christ's Personal Appearance - the Raising of Jairus' Daughter
THERE seems remarkable correspondence between the two miracles which Jesus had wrought on leaving Capernaum and those which He did on His return. In one sense they are complementary to each other. The stilling of the storm and the healing of the demonised were manifestations of the absolute power inherent in Christ; the recovery of the woman and the raising of Jairus' daughter, evidence of the absolute efficacy of faith. The unlikeliness of dominion over the storm, and of command over a legion of …
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah Among the People, and with the Pharisees
It would have been difficult to proceed far either in Galilee or in Judaea without coming into contact with an altogether peculiar and striking individuality, differing from all around, and which would at once arrest attention. This was the Pharisee. Courted or feared, shunned or flattered, reverently looked up to or laughed at, he was equally a power everywhere, both ecclesiastically and politically, as belonging to the most influential, the most zealous, and the most closely-connected religions …
Alfred Edersheim—Sketches of Jewish Social Life Degrees of Sin
Are all transgressions of the law equally heinous? Some sins in themselves, and by reason of several aggravations, are more heinous in the sight of God than others. He that delivered me unto thee, has the greater sin.' John 19: 11. The Stoic philosophers held that all sins were equal; but this Scripture clearly holds forth that there is a gradual difference in sin; some are greater than others; some are mighty sins,' and crying sins.' Amos 5: 12; Gen 18: 21. Every sin has a voice to speak, but some …
Thomas Watson—The Ten Commandments The Worship of the Synagogue
One of the most difficult questions in Jewish history is that connected with the existence of a synagogue within the Temple. That such a "synagogue" existed, and that its meeting-place was in "the hall of hewn stones," at the south-eastern angle of the court of the priest, cannot be called in question, in face of the clear testimony of contemporary witnesses. Considering that "the hall of hew stones" was also the meeting-place for the great Sanhedrim, and that not only legal decisions, but lectures …
Alfred Edersheim—Sketches of Jewish Social Life Jesus' Last Public Discourse. Denunciation of Scribes and Pharisees.
(in the Court of the Temple. Tuesday, April 4, a.d. 30.) ^A Matt. XXIII. 1-39; ^B Mark XII. 38-40; ^C Luke XX. 45-47. ^a 1 Then spake Jesus ^b 38 And in his teaching ^c in the hearing of all the people he said unto ^a the multitudes, and to his disciples [he spoke in the most public manner], 2 saying, ^c 46 Beware of the scribes, ^a The scribes and the Pharisees sit on Moses' seat: 3 all things whatsoever they bid you, these do and observe: but do not ye after their works: for they say, and do not. …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel Jesus Heals on the Sabbath Day and Defends his Act.
(at Feast-Time at Jerusalem, Probably the Passover.) ^D John V. 1-47. ^d 1 After these things there was a feast of the Jews; and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. [Though every feast in the Jewish calendar has found some one to advocate its claim to be this unnamed feast, yet the vast majority of commentators choose either the feast of Purim, which came in March, or the Passover, which came in April. Older commentators pretty unanimously regarded it as the Passover, while the later school favor the feast …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel The Third Day in Passion-Week - the Last Controversies and Discourses - the Sadducees and the Resurrection - the Scribe and the Great Commandment - Question
THE last day in the Temple was not to pass without other temptations' than that of the Priests when they questioned His authority, or of the Pharisees when they cunningly sought to entangle Him in His speech. Indeed, Christ had on this occasion taken a different position; He had claimed supreme authority, and thus challenged the leaders of Israel. For this reason, and because at the last we expect assaults from all His enemies, we are prepared for the controversies of that day. We remember that, …
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah Numbers
Like the last part of Exodus, and the whole of Leviticus, the first part of Numbers, i.-x. 28--so called,[1] rather inappropriately, from the census in i., iii., (iv.), xxvi.--is unmistakably priestly in its interests and language. Beginning with a census of the men of war (i.) and the order of the camp (ii.), it devotes specific attention to the Levites, their numbers and duties (iii., iv.). Then follow laws for the exclusion of the unclean, v. 1-4, for determining the manner and amount of restitution …
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