The Tribe of Benjamin, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, holds a significant place in biblical history. Known for its warriors and strategic location, Benjamin was the youngest son of Jacob and Rachel. The tribe's offering at the dedication of the altar is a noteworthy event recorded in the Book of Numbers, reflecting their role and participation in the religious life of Israel.

During the dedication of the altar, as described in Numbers 7, each tribe of Israel was called upon to present offerings. This dedication took place after the tabernacle was set up and anointed, marking a pivotal moment in the establishment of Israel's worship practices. The offerings were presented over twelve days, with each tribe contributing on a specific day.

The offering of the Tribe of Benjamin is recorded on the ninth day of the dedication. Numbers 7:60-65 details the contributions made by the leader of the tribe, Abidan son of Gideoni. The passage states:

"On the ninth day Abidan son of Gideoni, the leader of the Benjamites, drew near. His offering was one silver platter weighing 130 shekels, one silver bowl 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, for the peace offering. This was the offering of Abidan son of Gideoni."

The offerings made by the Tribe of Benjamin were consistent with those of the other tribes, symbolizing unity and equal participation in the worship and dedication of the altar. The silver and gold items, along with the animals for various offerings, reflect the tribe's commitment to the covenantal relationship with God and their role in the communal worship of Israel.

The dedication offerings were not only acts of worship but also expressions of gratitude and acknowledgment of God's provision and guidance. For the Tribe of Benjamin, this event underscored their place within the larger community of Israel and their dedication to the service of the Lord.

The Tribe of Benjamin's offering at the dedication of the altar is a testament to their faithfulness and willingness to contribute to the spiritual life of the nation. It highlights the importance of each tribe's participation in the collective worship and dedication to God, as well as the unity and diversity within the people of Israel.Numbers 7:60-65
On the ninth day Abidan the son of Gideoni, prince of the children of Benjamin, offered:
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The Journey of the Three Holy Kings to Bethlehem
... away from here, to the Tribe of Benjamin, to a ... king was accompanied by four men of
his tribe; among them ... took from his girdle; this was the offering which they ...
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The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus
... day of the captivity of the land."* The tribe of Dan ... were such, that "men abhorred
the offering of the ... danger.* The people of Ephraim and Benjamin having been ...
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The Blessing of Jacob Upon Judah. (Gen. Xlix. 8-10. )
... first place: "And he that offered his offering the first ... were concerned to find out
the tribe who, by ... In like manner, in the war against Benjamin, according to ...
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Nature of Covenanting.
... the children of Gad, and the half tribe of Manasseh ... eat throughout the feast seven
days, offering peace-offerings ... were present in Jerusalem and Benjamin to stand ...
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The Immaculate Conception
... She had handed over her offering and had revealed to a ... from Levi, and on her mother's
side, from Benjamin. ... still alive were celebrating with their tribe a three ...
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Letter Lx. To Heliodorus.
... 1829] while the latter, on hearing when he was offering sacrifice that ... who is in
the morning the ravening wolf of Benjamin, [1847] in ... [1826] A Thracian tribe. ...
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Solomon's Temple Spiritualized
... carcass of the slain Lion of the tribe of Judah ... by it; yea, there they must leave
their offering, and so ... Upon this altar Solomon, at the dedication of the temple ...
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The First Chaldaean Empire and the Hyksos in Egypt
... isolated districts, and by thus restricting each tribe to a ... achieved at one blow,
the enemy offering an obstinate ... have come to light, but the dedication of one ...
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Tiglath-Pileser iii. And the Organisation of the Assyrian Empire ...
... the couplet recited by Solomon at the dedication of the ... 10-16, where Ahaz is described
as offering sacrifice and ... they came in time to form a tribe by themselves ...
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The Medes and the Second Chaldaean Empire
History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 8. <. ...
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