Numbers 15:4
New International Version
then the person who brings an offering shall present to the LORD a grain offering of a tenth of an ephah of the finest flour mixed with a quarter of a hin of olive oil.

New Living Translation
When you present these offerings, you must also give the LORD a grain offering of two quarts of choice flour mixed with one quart of olive oil.

English Standard Version
then he who brings his offering shall offer to the LORD a grain offering of a tenth of an ephah of fine flour, mixed with a quarter of a hin of oil;

Berean Standard Bible
then the one presenting his offering to the LORD shall also present a grain offering of a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a quarter hin of olive oil.

King James Bible
Then shall he that offereth his offering unto the LORD bring a meat offering of a tenth deal of flour mingled with the fourth part of an hin of oil.

New King James Version
then he who presents his offering to the LORD shall bring a grain offering of one-tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with one-fourth of a hin of oil;

New American Standard Bible
then the one who presents his offering shall present to the LORD a grain offering of a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a fourth of a hin of oil,

NASB 1995
The one who presents his offering shall present to the LORD a grain offering of one-tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with one-fourth of a hin of oil,

NASB 1977
‘And the one who presents his offering shall present to the LORD a grain offering of one-tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with one-fourth of a hin of oil,

Legacy Standard Bible
And the one who brings his offering near shall bring near to Yahweh a grain offering of one-tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with one-fourth of a hin of oil,

Amplified Bible
The one who presents his offering shall present to the LORD a grain offering of a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a fourth of a hin of oil,

Christian Standard Bible
the one presenting his offering to the LORD is also to present a grain offering of two quarts of fine flour mixed with a quart of oil.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
the one presenting his offering to the LORD must also present a grain offering of two quarts of fine flour mixed with a quart of oil.

American Standard Version
then shall he that offereth his oblation offer unto Jehovah a meal-offering of a tenth part of an ephah of fine flour mingled with the fourth part of a hin of oil:

English Revised Version
then shall he that offereth his oblation offer unto the LORD a meal offering of a tenth part of an ephah of fine flour mingled with the fourth part of an hin of oil:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Whoever brings the offering must also give the LORD a grain offering of eight cups of flour mixed with one quart of olive oil.

International Standard Version
The offeror is to bring the oblation to the LORD, containing one tenth of an ephah of fine flour as a grain offering, mixed with one fourth of a hin of olive oil.

Majority Standard Bible
then the one presenting his offering to the LORD shall also present a grain offering of a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a quarter hin of olive oil.

NET Bible
then the one who presents his offering to the LORD must bring a grain offering of one-tenth of an ephah of finely ground flour mixed with one fourth of a hin of olive oil.

New Heart English Bible
then he who offers his offering shall offer to the LORD a meal offering of a tenth part of an ephah of fine flour mixed with the fourth part of a hin of oil:

Webster's Bible Translation
Then shall he that offereth his offering to the LORD bring a meat-offering of a tenth part of flour mingled with the fourth part of a hin of oil.

World English Bible
then he who offers his offering shall offer to Yahweh a meal offering of one tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with one fourth of a hin of oil.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And he who is bringing his offering near to YHWH has brought a present near of a tenth part of flour mixed with a fourth of the hin of oil;

Young's Literal Translation
'And he who is bringing near his offering to Jehovah hath brought near a present of flour, a tenth deal, mixed with a fourth of the hin of oil;

Smith's Literal Translation
And he bringing near, brought near his offering to Jehovah, a gift of fine flour, the tenth mingled with the fourth of the bin of oil.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Whosoever immolateth the victim, shall offer a sacrifice of fine flour, the tenth part of an ephi, tempered with the fourth part of a hin of oil:

Catholic Public Domain Version
whoever immolates the victim shall offer a sacrifice of fine wheat flour, the tenth part of an ephah, sprinkled with oil, which shall have the measure of the fourth part of a hin,

New American Bible
the one presenting the offering shall also present to the LORD a grain offering, a tenth of a measure of bran flour mixed with a fourth of a hin of oil,

New Revised Standard Version
then whoever presents such an offering to the LORD shall present also a grain offering, one-tenth of an ephah of choice flour, mixed with one-fourth of a hin of oil.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Then shall he who offers his offering to the LORD bring a meal offering of a tenth part of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a fourth part of a hin of oil.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And he who brings his offering shall bring to LORD JEHOVAH a meal offering of fine flour, a tenth part mixed with a fourth of a hin of oil.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
then shall he that bringeth his offering present unto the LORD a meal-offering of a tenth part of an ephah of fine flour mingled with the fourth part of a hin of oil;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
then he that offers his gift to the Lord shall bring a meat-offering of fine flour, a tenth part of an ephah mingled with oil, even with the fourth part of a hin.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Laws about Offerings
3and you present an offering made by fire to the LORD from the herd or flock to produce a pleasing aroma to the LORD—either a burnt offering or a sacrifice, for a special vow or freewill offering or appointed feast— 4then the one presenting his offering to the LORD shall also present a grain offering of a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a quarter hin of olive oil. 5With the burnt offering or sacrifice of each lamb, you are to prepare a quarter hin of wine as a drink offering.…

Cross References
Leviticus 2:1-2
“When anyone brings a grain offering to the LORD, his offering must consist of fine flour. He is to pour olive oil on it, put frankincense on it, / and bring it to Aaron’s sons the priests. The priest shall take a handful of the flour and oil, together with all the frankincense, and burn this as a memorial portion on the altar, a food offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD.

Leviticus 6:14-18
Now this is the law of the grain offering: Aaron’s sons shall present it before the LORD in front of the altar. / The priest is to remove a handful of fine flour and olive oil, together with all the frankincense from the grain offering, and burn the memorial portion on the altar as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. / Aaron and his sons are to eat the remainder. It must be eaten without leaven in a holy place; they are to eat it in the courtyard of the Tent of Meeting. ...

Leviticus 23:13
along with its grain offering of two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil—a food offering to the LORD, a pleasing aroma—and its drink offering of a quarter hin of wine.

Exodus 29:40
With the first lamb offer a tenth of an ephah of fine flour, mixed with a quarter hin of oil from pressed olives, and a drink offering of a quarter hin of wine.

Leviticus 14:10
On the eighth day he is to bring two unblemished male lambs, an unblemished ewe lamb a year old, a grain offering of three-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with olive oil, and one log of olive oil.

Leviticus 23:18
Along with the bread you are to present seven unblemished male lambs a year old, one young bull, and two rams. They will be a burnt offering to the LORD, together with their grain offerings and drink offerings—a food offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD.

Leviticus 24:5-9
You are also to take fine flour and bake twelve loaves, using two-tenths of an ephah for each loaf, / and set them in two rows—six per row—on the table of pure gold before the LORD. / And you are to place pure frankincense near each row, so that it may serve as a memorial portion for the bread, a food offering to the LORD. ...

Exodus 29:41
And offer the second lamb at twilight with the same grain offering and drink offering as in the morning, as a pleasing aroma, a food offering to the LORD.

Leviticus 9:17
Next he presented the grain offering, took a handful of it, and burned it on the altar in addition to the morning’s burnt offering.

Leviticus 7:12-13
If he offers it in thanksgiving, then along with the sacrifice of thanksgiving he shall offer unleavened cakes mixed with olive oil, unleavened wafers coated with oil, and well-kneaded cakes of fine flour mixed with oil. / Along with his peace offering of thanksgiving he is to present an offering with cakes of leavened bread.

Leviticus 2:4-7
Now if you bring an offering of grain baked in an oven, it must consist of fine flour, either unleavened cakes mixed with oil or unleavened wafers coated with oil. / If your offering is a grain offering prepared on a griddle, it must be unleavened bread made of fine flour mixed with oil. / Crumble it and pour oil on it; it is a grain offering. ...

Leviticus 5:11
But if he cannot afford two turtledoves or two young pigeons, he may bring a tenth of an ephah of fine flour as a sin offering. He must not put olive oil or frankincense on it, because it is a sin offering.

Leviticus 6:20-21
“This is the offering that Aaron and his sons must present to the LORD on the day he is anointed: a tenth of an ephah of fine flour as a regular grain offering, half of it in the morning and half in the evening. / It shall be prepared with oil on a griddle; you are to bring it well-kneaded and present it as a grain offering broken in pieces, a pleasing aroma to the LORD.

Leviticus 7:9-10
Likewise, every grain offering that is baked in an oven or cooked in a pan or on a griddle belongs to the priest who presents it, / and every grain offering, whether dry or mixed with oil, belongs equally to all the sons of Aaron.

Leviticus 23:17
Bring two loaves of bread from your dwellings as a wave offering, each made from two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour, baked with leaven, as the firstfruits to the LORD.


Treasury of Scripture

Then shall he that offers his offering to the LORD bring a meat offering of a tenth deal of flour mingled with the fourth part of an hin of oil.

a meat

Exodus 29:40
And with the one lamb a tenth deal of flour mingled with the fourth part of an hin of beaten oil; and the fourth part of an hin of wine for a drink offering.

Leviticus 2:1
And when any will offer a meat offering unto the LORD, his offering shall be of fine flour; and he shall pour oil upon it, and put frankincense thereon:

Leviticus 6:14
And this is the law of the meat offering: the sons of Aaron shall offer it before the LORD, before the altar.

the fourth

Numbers 28:5
And a tenth part of an ephah of flour for a meat offering, mingled with the fourth part of an hin of beaten oil.

Exodus 29:40
And with the one lamb a tenth deal of flour mingled with the fourth part of an hin of beaten oil; and the fourth part of an hin of wine for a drink offering.

Leviticus 2:15
And thou shalt put oil upon it, and lay frankincense thereon: it is a meat offering.

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1. The law of the meat offering, and the drink offering
14. The stranger is under the same law
17. The law of the first of the dough
22. The sacrifice for sins of ignorance
30. The punishment of presumption
32. He who violated the Sabbath is stoned
37. The law of tassels














then the one presenting his offering to the LORD
This phrase indicates the personal responsibility of the worshiper in the sacrificial system. The act of presenting an offering signifies a direct relationship between the individual and God, emphasizing personal devotion and accountability. In the broader context of the Old Testament, offerings were a means of atonement and worship, reflecting the covenant relationship between God and Israel. This personal act foreshadows the New Testament teaching of believers presenting themselves as living sacrifices (Romans 12:1).

shall also present a grain offering
The grain offering, or "minchah," was a common type of offering in ancient Israel, symbolizing the dedication of one's labor and sustenance to God. It was a non-blood offering, often accompanying burnt offerings, and represented thanksgiving and devotion. This offering highlights the importance of acknowledging God's provision and sovereignty over all aspects of life, including daily sustenance.

of a tenth of an ephah of fine flour
An ephah was a unit of dry measure used in ancient Israel, roughly equivalent to 22 liters or about 5.8 gallons. A tenth of an ephah would be a significant but manageable portion, indicating a meaningful yet accessible offering. Fine flour was a refined product, symbolizing purity and the best of one's resources. This requirement underscores the principle of giving God the best, a theme echoed in the call for believers to offer their best in service and worship.

mixed with a quarter hin of olive oil
A hin was a unit of liquid measure, approximately 3.7 liters or about 1 gallon. A quarter hin of olive oil would be about 0.9 liters or roughly 1 quart. Olive oil was a valuable commodity in ancient Israel, used for cooking, anointing, and lighting lamps. Mixing oil with flour in the grain offering signifies the blending of human effort (flour) with divine blessing and presence (oil). Olive oil is often associated with the Holy Spirit in Scripture, symbolizing anointing and consecration, pointing to the work of the Spirit in the life of believers.

Persons / Places / Events
1. The Israelites
The primary audience of the book of Numbers, receiving instructions on how to live and worship as God's chosen people.

2. Moses
The leader of the Israelites, through whom God communicated His laws and instructions.

3. The Tabernacle
The central place of worship for the Israelites, where offerings and sacrifices were made.

4. Offerings
Specific sacrifices commanded by God, including burnt offerings and grain offerings, as acts of worship and atonement.

5. The LORD (Yahweh)
The covenant God of Israel, who established the laws and rituals for His people to follow.
Teaching Points
The Importance of Obedience
The Israelites were called to follow God's specific instructions for offerings, demonstrating their obedience and reverence.

Symbolism of the Grain Offering
The grain offering symbolizes dedication and thanksgiving to God, acknowledging His provision and sustenance.

Holiness in Worship
The detailed requirements for offerings remind us of the holiness required in worship and the need for purity in approaching God.

Christ as the Fulfillment
The sacrificial system points to Christ, who fulfills the law and offers Himself as the perfect sacrifice for our sins.

Generosity and Sacrifice
The offering of fine flour and oil reflects the call to give our best to God, encouraging us to live lives of generosity and sacrifice.(4) A meat offering of a tenth deal of flour . . . --The meal offering and the drink offering which are here ordered to be brought when a lamb was offered in performance of a vow, or as a free will offering, or at the solemn feasts, are the same as those which were appointed to be offered with the morning and evening lamb. (Exodus 29:38-40.) Meal offerings and drink offerings had already been prescribed in connection with the three great feasts. (Leviticus 23:13; Leviticus 23:18; Leviticus 23:37.)

Verse 4. - A meat offering. See on Leviticus 2. The command to add the meat offering in every such case had not been given before, but it had apparently been the practice (see Leviticus 23:18) in accordance with the law of the daily sacrifice given in Exodus 29:40, 41.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
then the one presenting
וְהִקְרִ֛יב (wə·hiq·rîḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7126: To come near, approach

his offering
קָרְבָּנ֖וֹ (qā·rə·bā·nōw)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 7133: Something brought near the altar, a sacrificial present

to the LORD
לַֽיהוָ֑ה (Yah·weh)
Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

shall also present
הַמַּקְרִ֥יב (ham·maq·rîḇ)
Article | Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 7126: To come near, approach

a grain offering
מִנְחָה֙ (min·ḥāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4503: A donation, tribute, a sacrificial offering

of a tenth of an ephah
עִשָּׂר֔וֹן (‘iś·śā·rō·wn)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6241: A tenth part

of fine flour
סֹ֣לֶת (sō·leṯ)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5560: Fine flour

mixed
בָּל֕וּל (bā·lūl)
Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular
Strong's 1101: To mingle, mix, confuse, confound

with a quarter
בִּרְבִעִ֥ית (bir·ḇi·‘îṯ)
Preposition-b | Number - ordinal feminine singular construct
Strong's 7243: Fourth, a fourth

hin
הַהִ֖ין (ha·hîn)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1969: A hin (a liquid measure)

of oil.
שָֽׁמֶן׃ (šā·men)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness


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