The Tribe of Judah holds a significant place in biblical history, being one of the twelve tribes of Israel and the lineage from which King David and ultimately Jesus Christ descended. The offerings made by the Tribe of Judah during the dedication of the altar are recorded in the Book of Numbers, specifically in the context of the dedication of the Tabernacle.

Biblical Context

The dedication of the altar is detailed in Numbers 7, where each tribe of Israel brought offerings over a twelve-day period. The offerings were made by the leaders of each tribe, known as the "princes" or "chiefs," and were presented in a specific order. The Tribe of Judah, being the leading tribe, was the first to present its offering.

Offering of the Tribe of Judah

The offering from the Tribe of Judah was presented by Nahshon, the son of Amminadab, who was the leader of the tribe at that time. Numbers 7:12-17 describes the offering in detail:

"On the first day Nahshon son of Amminadab from the tribe of Judah drew near with his offering. His offering was one silver platter weighing 130 shekels and one silver basin weighing 70 shekels, both according to the sanctuary shekel, each filled with fine flour mixed with oil for a grain offering; one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense; one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old, for a burnt offering; one male goat for a sin offering; and two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old, to present as a peace offering. This was the offering of Nahshon son of Amminadab."

Significance of the Offering

The offering made by the Tribe of Judah was significant both in its content and its symbolism. The silver and gold items, along with the animals, represented a substantial and generous contribution, reflecting the tribe's leadership role among the Israelites. The offerings were not only material gifts but also acts of worship and dedication to God, symbolizing the tribe's commitment to the covenant and their role in the spiritual life of the nation.

The specific items offered—burnt offerings, sin offerings, and peace offerings—each had distinct purposes in the sacrificial system. The burnt offering symbolized atonement and dedication to God, the sin offering was for purification, and the peace offering represented fellowship and thanksgiving.

Role of Judah in Israel's Worship

The Tribe of Judah's prominent role in the dedication of the altar foreshadowed its future significance in Israel's history. As the tribe from which King David would arise, and ultimately the Messiah, Judah's leadership in worship and dedication was a precursor to its central role in the unfolding plan of redemption.

The offerings at the dedication of the altar were a tangible expression of faith and obedience, setting a precedent for the other tribes and establishing a pattern of worship that would continue throughout Israel's history. The Tribe of Judah's offering was a testament to their devotion and a reflection of their God-given position among the tribes of Israel.Numbers 7:12-17
And he that offered his offering the first day was Nahshon the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah:
Torrey's Topical Textbook

Princely Service.
... will offering it was"on the first day was Nahshon, Nahshon the son of Amminadab,
Nahshon the prince of the tribe of Judah; and his offering was one ...
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Results of Transgression
... "Of every man that giveth it willingly with his heart ye shall take My offering,"
was the ... of the tribe of Dan. ... in Judah and in Jerusalem." 2 Chronicles 2:7 ...
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The Blessing of Jacob Upon Judah. (Gen. Xlix. 8-10. )
... does Judah occupy the first place: "And he that offered his offering the first day
was Nahshon, the son of Amminadab, of the tribe of Judah.""If any ...
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The Destruction of Jerusalem.
... victim, had been bound to the altar,"emblem of the offering of the Son ... and His
dwelling-place in Zion."(23) He "chose the tribe of Judah, the Mount Zion ...
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The Destruction of Jerusalem
... victim, had been bound to the altar"emblem of the offering of the ... His tabernacle,
and His dwelling place in Zion." He "chose the tribe of Judah, the Mount ...
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The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus
... just saved from their foes, expressed their gratitude by offering the crown ... a common
foe, for we know that the people of Judah aided the tribe of Simeon ...
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The Twelve Minor Prophets.
... same as Gittah-hepher, a town of the tribe of Zebulun ... reunion and restoration of
"the house of Judah" and "the ... by the law of Moses, and offering in sacrifice ...
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Tiglath-Pileser iii. And the Organisation of the Assyrian Empire ...
... of Jehoshaphat, a member of the tribe of Judah ... are told of idolatrous practices in
Judah under Rehoboam ... 16, where Ahaz is described as offering sacrifice and ...
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Faustus Denies that the Prophets Predicted Christ. Augustin Proves ...
... by the horns in a. bush, but He who was fastened to the cross as an offering for
us? ... What, then, does he say of his son Judah, of whose tribe Christ came of ...
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The Promise in 2 Samuel, Chap. vii.
... from among the twelve sons of Jacob, Judah is singled ... a temporary [Pg 137] superiority
to the tribe from which ... is the law of the burnt-offering;" Leviticus 13:7 ...
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