Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The burnt offering the prince brings to the LORD on the Sabbath day is to be six male lambs and a ram, all without defect. New Living Translation “Each Sabbath day the prince will present to the LORD a burnt offering of six lambs and one ram, all with no defects. English Standard Version The burnt offering that the prince offers to the LORD on the Sabbath day shall be six lambs without blemish and a ram without blemish. Berean Standard Bible The burnt offering that the prince presents to the LORD on the Sabbath day shall be six unblemished male lambs and an unblemished ram. King James Bible And the burnt offering that the prince shall offer unto the LORD in the sabbath day shall be six lambs without blemish, and a ram without blemish. New King James Version The burnt offering that the prince offers to the LORD on the Sabbath day shall be six lambs without blemish, and a ram without blemish; New American Standard Bible The burnt offering which the prince shall offer to the LORD on the Sabbath day shall be six lambs without blemish and a ram without blemish; NASB 1995 “The burnt offering which the prince shall offer to the LORD on the sabbath day shall be six lambs without blemish and a ram without blemish; NASB 1977 “And the burnt offering which the prince shall offer to the LORD on the sabbath day shall be six lambs without blemish and a ram without blemish; Legacy Standard Bible Now the burnt offering which the prince shall bring near to Yahweh on the sabbath day shall be six lambs without blemish and a ram without blemish; Amplified Bible The burnt offering which the prince shall offer to the LORD on the Sabbath day shall be six lambs without blemish and a ram without blemish. Christian Standard Bible “The burnt offering that the prince presents to the LORD on the Sabbath day is to be six unblemished lambs and an unblemished ram. Holman Christian Standard Bible The burnt offering that the prince presents to the LORD on the Sabbath day is to be six unblemished lambs and an unblemished ram. American Standard Version And the burnt-offering that the prince shall offer unto Jehovah shall be on the sabbath day six lambs without blemish and a ram without blemish; Contemporary English Version On the Sabbath, the ruler will bring six lambs and one ram to be offered as sacrifices to please me. There must be nothing wrong with any of these animals. English Revised Version And the burnt offering that the prince shall offer unto the LORD shall be in the sabbath day six lambs without blemish and a ram without blemish; GOD'S WORD® Translation The prince must offer to the LORD six lambs that have no defects and one ram that has no defects as a burnt offering on the day of worship. Good News Translation On the Sabbath the prince is to bring to the LORD, as sacrifices to be burned whole, six lambs and one ram, all without any defects. International Standard Version "'The burnt offering that the Regent Prince is to present to the LORD on the Sabbath day is to consist of six lambs without defect, a ram without defect, NET Bible The burnt offering which the prince will offer to the LORD on the Sabbath day will be six unblemished lambs and one unblemished ram. New Heart English Bible The burnt offering that the prince shall offer to the LORD shall be on the Sabbath day six lambs without blemish and a ram without blemish; Webster's Bible Translation And the burnt-offering that the prince shall offer to the LORD in the sabbath day shall be six lambs without blemish, and a ram without blemish. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThe burnt offering that the prince presents to the LORD on the Sabbath day shall be six unblemished male lambs and an unblemished ram. World English Bible The burnt offering that the prince shall offer to Yahweh shall be on the Sabbath day, six lambs without defect and a ram without defect; Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the burnt-offering that the prince brings near to YHWH on the day of rest [is] six lambs, perfect ones, and a ram, a perfect one. Young's Literal Translation And the burnt-offering that the prince bringeth near to Jehovah on the day of rest is six lambs, perfect ones, and a ram, a perfect one. Smith's Literal Translation And the burnt-offering which the prince shall bring near to Jehovah in the day of the Sabbath, six blameless lambs, and a blameless ram. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the holocaust that the prince shall offer to the Lord on the sabbath day, shall be six lambs without blemish, and a ram without blemish. Catholic Public Domain Version Now this holocaust, which the prince shall offer to the Lord on the Sabbath day, shall be six immaculate lambs, and one immaculate ram. New American Bible The burnt offerings which the prince sacrifices to the LORD on the sabbath shall consist of six unblemished lambs and an unblemished ram, New Revised Standard Version The burnt offering that the prince offers to the LORD on the sabbath day shall be six lambs without blemish and a ram without blemish; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the burnt offerings that the high priest shall offer before the LORD on the sabbath day, shall be six lambs without blemish and a ram without blemish. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And burning peace offerings that the Ruler brings before LORD JEHOVAH on the day of the Sabbath: six lambs without a flaw in them, and a ram without a flaw in it OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the burnt-offering that the prince shall offer unto the LORD shall be in the sabbath day six lambs without blemish and a ram without blemish; Brenton Septuagint Translation And the prince shall offer whole-burnt-offerings to the Lord on the sabbath-day, six lambs without blemish, and a ram without blemish; Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Prince's Offerings…3On the Sabbaths and New Moons the people of the land are also to bow in worship before the LORD at the entrance to that gateway. 4The burnt offering that the prince presents to the LORD on the Sabbath day shall be six unblemished male lambs and an unblemished ram. 5The grain offering with the ram shall be one ephah, and the grain offering with the lambs shall be as much as he is able, along with a hin of oil per ephah.… Cross References Leviticus 23:8 For seven days you are to present a food offering to the LORD. On the seventh day there shall be a sacred assembly; you must not do any regular work.’” Numbers 28:9-10 On the Sabbath day, present two unblemished year-old male lambs, accompanied by a grain offering of two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil, as well as a drink offering. / This is the burnt offering for every Sabbath, in addition to the regular burnt offering and its drink offering. Exodus 20:8-11 Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. / Six days you shall labor and do all your work, / but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God, on which you must not do any work—neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your manservant or maidservant or livestock, nor the foreigner within your gates. ... Isaiah 66:23 From one New Moon to another and from one Sabbath to another, all mankind will come to worship before Me,” says the LORD. Nehemiah 10:33 for the showbread, for the regular grain offerings and burnt offerings, for the Sabbath offerings, for the New Moons and appointed feasts, for the holy offerings, for the sin offerings to make atonement for Israel, and for all the duties of the house of our God. 2 Chronicles 2:4 Behold, I am about to build a house for the Name of the LORD my God to dedicate to Him for burning fragrant incense before Him, for displaying the showbread continuously, and for making burnt offerings every morning and evening as well as on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts of the LORD our God. This is ordained for Israel forever. 1 Chronicles 23:31 Whenever burnt offerings were presented to the LORD on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts, they were to serve regularly before the LORD in the numbers prescribed for them. 2 Kings 16:15 Then King Ahaz commanded Uriah the priest, “Offer on the great altar the morning burnt offering, the evening grain offering, and the king’s burnt offering and grain offering, as well as the burnt offerings, grain offerings, and drink offerings of all the people of the land. Splatter on the altar all the blood of the burnt offerings and sacrifices. But I will use the bronze altar to seek guidance.” Amos 8:5 asking, “When will the New Moon be over, that we may sell grain? When will the Sabbath end, that we may market wheat? Let us reduce the ephah and increase the shekel; let us cheat with dishonest scales. Psalm 92:1-3 A Psalm. A song for the Sabbath day. It is good to praise the LORD, and to sing praises to Your name, O Most High, / to proclaim Your loving devotion in the morning and Your faithfulness at night / with the ten-stringed harp and the melody of the lyre. Matthew 12:5 Or haven’t you read in the Law that on the Sabbath the priests in the temple break the Sabbath and yet are innocent? Mark 2:27-28 Then Jesus declared, “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath. / Therefore, the Son of Man is Lord even of the Sabbath.” Luke 4:16 Then Jesus came to Nazareth, where He had been brought up. As was His custom, He entered the synagogue on the Sabbath. And when He stood up to read, Acts 20:7 On the first day of the week we came together to break bread. Since Paul was ready to leave the next day, he talked to them and kept on speaking until midnight. Hebrews 4:9-10 There remains, then, a Sabbath rest for the people of God. / For whoever enters God’s rest also rests from his own work, just as God did from His. Treasury of Scripture And the burnt offering that the prince shall offer to the LORD in the sabbath day shall be six lambs without blemish, and a ram without blemish. Ezekiel 45:17 And it shall be the prince's part to give burnt offerings, and meat offerings, and drink offerings, in the feasts, and in the new moons, and in the sabbaths, in all solemnities of the house of Israel: he shall prepare the sin offering, and the meat offering, and the burnt offering, and the peace offerings, to make reconciliation for the house of Israel. Numbers 28:9,10 And on the sabbath day two lambs of the first year without spot, and two tenth deals of flour for a meat offering, mingled with oil, and the drink offering thereof: … Jump to Previous Blemish Burnt Burnt-Offering Defect Lambs Male Mark Offer Offered Offering Offers Ones Perfect Prince Ram Rest Ruler Sabbath Sabbath-Day Sheep SixJump to Next Blemish Burnt Burnt-Offering Defect Lambs Male Mark Offer Offered Offering Offers Ones Perfect Prince Ram Rest Ruler Sabbath Sabbath-Day Sheep SixEzekiel 46 1. Ordinances for the prince in his worship9. and for the people 16. An order for the prince's inheritance 19. The courts for boiling and baking The burnt offering that the prince presents to the LORD on the Sabbath day This phrase indicates a specific ritual practice commanded for the Sabbath, a day of rest and worship in Jewish tradition. The "prince" refers to a leader or ruler, possibly a messianic figure, who has a role in temple worship. The Sabbath is a covenant sign between God and Israel, emphasizing rest and holiness (Exodus 31:13-17). The offering signifies dedication and atonement, reflecting the importance of maintaining a relationship with God through sacrifice. This practice aligns with the broader Levitical system of offerings (Leviticus 1-7). shall be six unblemished male lambs and an unblemished ram Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet during the Babylonian exile, Ezekiel is known for his visions and prophecies concerning the restoration of Israel and the temple. 2. The Prince In Ezekiel's vision, the prince is a leader who has specific duties in temple worship, symbolizing leadership and responsibility in spiritual matters. 3. The Sabbath A holy day of rest and worship, the Sabbath is central to Jewish religious life, symbolizing God's creation rest and covenant with Israel. 4. The Temple The setting for this offering, the temple represents God's presence among His people and the center of worship and sacrifice. 5. Sacrificial Offerings The lambs and ram offered are part of the sacrificial system, symbolizing atonement and dedication to God. Teaching Points The Role of Leadership in WorshipThe prince's responsibility to offer sacrifices underscores the importance of leadership in guiding and maintaining worship practices. The Significance of the Sabbath Observing the Sabbath is a reminder of God's creation and His covenant, encouraging believers to set aside time for rest and worship. The Symbolism of Sacrifices The unblemished lambs and ram symbolize purity and dedication, pointing to the need for holiness in our offerings to God. Christ as the Fulfillment of Sacrifices The sacrificial system foreshadows Christ's ultimate sacrifice, encouraging believers to find rest and redemption in Him. Consistency in Worship Regular offerings on the Sabbath highlight the importance of consistent and faithful worship practices in the life of a believer. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 46:4?2. How does Ezekiel 46:4 emphasize the importance of Sabbath offerings in worship? 3. What can we learn about God's expectations for worship from Ezekiel 46:4? 4. How does Ezekiel 46:4 connect to the broader theme of Sabbath in Scripture? 5. How can we apply the principles of Sabbath offerings in our lives today? 6. What does Ezekiel 46:4 teach about the role of sacrifice in honoring God? 7. What is the significance of offering sacrifices on the Sabbath in Ezekiel 46:4? 8. How does Ezekiel 46:4 relate to the concept of Sabbath in Christianity? 9. Why are specific offerings prescribed in Ezekiel 46:4, and what do they symbolize? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 46? 11. Ezekiel 46:4-8 prescribes animal sacrifices long after the exile; how does this align with other texts that emphasize altered religious practices or question the necessity of sacrifices? 12. Ezekiel 46:2-3 outlines rituals for a 'prince' in the temple; why is there no clear historical or archaeological evidence of a ruler fulfilling these specific temple duties? 13. Ezekiel 46:1-2 describes a gate that remains shut during the six working days but opens on the Sabbath; how could such consistent timing be maintained with ancient technology and calendars? 14. The entire vision of Ezekiel 46 describes a seemingly ideal temple setup; if it was truly God-ordained, why is there no record of it being constructed either in biblical or extra-biblical sources? What Does Ezekiel 46:4 Mean The burnt offering- “The burnt offering” in Ezekiel 46:4 recalls the whole-burnt sacrifices instituted in Leviticus 1. Every part of the animal was consumed on the altar (Leviticus 1:9), symbolizing complete dedication and atonement. - Ezekiel envisions the reinstitution of this offering in the future temple (Ezekiel 43:18-27), showing the continuity of God’s worship pattern and pointing forward to the ultimate, once-for-all sacrifice of Christ (Hebrews 10:10). The prince presents - The “prince” of Ezekiel 40–48 functions as a ruling, Davidic leader who is distinct from both the priests and the High Priest of old (Ezekiel 45:16-17; 46:2). - His personal presentation of offerings highlights responsible, servant leadership—like David dancing before the ark and offering burnt offerings for the people (2 Samuel 6:17-18). - The prince’s role foreshadows the Messiah’s righteous reign (Ezekiel 37:24-25), underscoring that political leadership is meant to lead God’s people in worship. To the LORD - All sacrifice is directed “to the LORD,” reminding worshipers that covenant relationship centers on Him alone (Exodus 29:18). - The vertical focus anticipates the day when “every knee will bow” (Philippians 2:10-11). In Christ, believers today offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God (1 Peter 2:5). On the Sabbath day - The Sabbath is God’s set-apart day for rest and worship (Genesis 2:2-3; Exodus 20:8-11); Ezekiel shows it will still be honored in the millennial temple (Ezekiel 44:24; 46:1-3). - Weekly offerings on the Sabbath emphasize God’s rhythm of work and worship, and they publicly acknowledge His lordship over time (Isaiah 58:13-14). - This points ahead to the ultimate Sabbath rest promised to God’s people (Hebrews 4:9-10). Six unblemished male lambs - “Six” matches the six days of labor that precede the Sabbath (Exodus 20:9); it underscores that the fruit of human work is returned to God in worship. - Lambs had to be “unblemished” (Leviticus 22:19-20), prefiguring the sinlessness of Christ, “the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” (John 1:29). - Multiple lambs signify abundance and completeness of devotion. An unblemished ram - A ram, larger and more valuable than a lamb, crowned the burnt offering (Leviticus 8:18-21). Abraham’s substitute ram (Genesis 22:13) foreshadowed substitutionary atonement fulfilled in Christ (Hebrews 9:14). - Including both lambs and a ram shows layered symbolism: innocence (lambs) and strength or regal authority (ram), together portraying the multifaceted perfection of the coming King-Priest. summary Ezekiel 46:4 describes the prince bringing a Sabbath burnt offering of six flawless lambs and one flawless ram. Literally, it details future temple worship that honors God’s unchanging holiness. Spiritually, it highlights total dedication, righteous leadership, covenant faithfulness, Sabbath rest, and the sinless, substitutionary work of the ultimate Lamb and Ram—Jesus Christ—through whom every sacrifice finds its perfect fulfillment. (4) Six lambs . . . and a ram.--The burnt offering for the Sabbath, according to the Mosaic law (Numbers 28:9), was two lambs. This is greatly increased here, and the "meat offering" for the ram is also made larger, while that for the lambs (Ezekiel 46:5) is left to the prince's generosity.Verses 4, 5 describe the sacrifices the prince should offer unto the Lord on the sabbaths.(1) A burnt offering of six lambs and a ram, all without blemish. The Mosaic Law, or so-called priests' code, demanded two yearling lambs (Numbers 28:9). (2) A meat offering, consisting of an ephah of fine flour for a ram, and for the lambs as he shall be able to give; literally, a gift of his hand - not a handful, but, as ver. 7 explains, what his hand can attain unto (comp. Leviticus 14:31; Leviticus 25:26), i.e. as much as he can, with a hin of oil to an ephah, for which again the Law required two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mingled with oil (Numbers 28:9). Hebrew The burnt offeringוְהָ֣עֹלָ֔ה (wə·hā·‘ō·lāh) Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5930: Whole burnt offering that אֲשֶׁר־ (’ă·šer-) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that the prince הַנָּשִׂ֖יא (han·nā·śî) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5387: An exalted one, a king, sheik, a rising mist presents יַקְרִ֥ב (yaq·riḇ) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7126: To come near, approach to the LORD לַֽיהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel on the Sabbath הַשַּׁבָּ֗ת (haš·šab·bāṯ) Article | Noun - common singular Strong's 7676: Intermission, the Sabbath day בְּי֣וֹם (bə·yō·wm) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3117: A day [shall] [be] six שִׁשָּׁ֧ה (šiš·šāh) Number - masculine singular Strong's 8337: Six (a cardinal number) unblemished תְּמִימִ֖ם (tə·mî·mim) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 8549: Entire, integrity, truth male lambs כְבָשִׂ֛ים (ḵə·ḇā·śîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3532: A lamb and an unblemished תָּמִֽים׃ (tā·mîm) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 8549: Entire, integrity, truth ram. וְאַ֥יִל (wə·’a·yil) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 352: Strength, strong, a chief, a ram, a pilaster, an oak, strong tree Links Ezekiel 46:4 NIVEzekiel 46:4 NLT Ezekiel 46:4 ESV Ezekiel 46:4 NASB Ezekiel 46:4 KJV Ezekiel 46:4 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 46:4 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 46:4 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 46:4 French Bible Ezekiel 46:4 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 46:4 The burnt offering that the prince shall (Ezek. 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