Numbers 29:27
New International Version
With the bulls, rams and lambs, offer their grain offerings and drink offerings according to the number specified.

New Living Translation
Each of these offerings of bulls, rams, and lambs must be accompanied by its prescribed grain offering and liquid offering.

English Standard Version
with the grain offering and the drink offerings for the bulls, for the rams, and for the lambs, in the prescribed quantities;

Berean Standard Bible
along with the grain and drink offerings for the bulls, rams, and lambs, according to the number prescribed.

King James Bible
And their meat offering and their drink offerings for the bullocks, for the rams, and for the lambs, shall be according to their number, after the manner:

New King James Version
and their grain offering and their drink offerings for the bulls, for the rams, and for the lambs, by their number, according to the ordinance;

New American Standard Bible
and their grain offering and their drink offerings for the bulls, for the rams, and for the lambs, by their number according to the ordinance;

NASB 1995
and their grain offering and their drink offerings for the bulls, for the rams and for the lambs, by their number according to the ordinance;

NASB 1977
and their grain offering and their libations for the bulls, for the rams and for the lambs, by their number according to the ordinance;

Legacy Standard Bible
and their grain offering and their drink offerings for the bulls, for the rams and for the lambs, by their number according to the legal judgment;

Amplified Bible
and their grain offering and drink offerings for the bulls, the rams, and the lambs, by their number according to the ordinance;

Christian Standard Bible
with their grain and drink offerings for the bulls, rams, and lambs, in proportion to their number.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
with their grain and drink offerings for the bulls, rams, and lambs, in proportion to their number.

American Standard Version
and their meal-offering and their drink-offerings for the bullocks, for the rams, and for the lambs, according to their number, after the ordinance;

English Revised Version
and their meal offering and their drink offerings for the bullocks, for the rams, and for the lambs, according to their number, after the ordinance:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Along with them bring the proper amount of grain offerings and wine offerings for each of the bulls, rams, and lambs.

International Standard Version
along with corresponding grain and drink offerings for the bulls, rams, and lambs, according to their number, based on the ordinances,

Majority Standard Bible
along with the grain and drink offerings for the bulls, rams, and lambs, according to the number prescribed.

NET Bible
and their grain offering and their drink offerings for the bulls, for the rams, and for the lambs, according to their number as prescribed,

New Heart English Bible
and their meal offering and their drink offerings for the bulls, for the rams, and for the lambs, according to their number, after the ordinance;

Webster's Bible Translation
And their meat-offering and their drink-offerings for the bullocks, for the rams, and for the lambs, shall be according to their number, after the manner:

World English Bible
and their meal offering and their drink offerings for the bulls, for the rams, and for the lambs, according to their number, after the ordinance,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and their present and their drink-offerings for the bullocks, for the rams, and for the lambs, in their number, according to the ordinance;

Young's Literal Translation
and their present, and their libations, for the bullocks, for the rams, and for the lambs, in their number, according to the ordinance;

Smith's Literal Translation
And their gift and their libations for the bullocks, for the rams, and for the lambs, according to their number, according to judgment:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And the sacrifices and the libations of every one for the calves and for the rams and for the lambs you shall celebrate according to the rite:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the sacrifices and libations for each of the calves and the rams and the lambs, you shall celebrate according to the rite,

New American Bible
with the grain offerings and libations for the bulls, rams and lambs in their prescribed number,

New Revised Standard Version
with the grain offering and the drink offerings for the bulls, for the rams, and for the lambs, as prescribed in accordance with their number;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And their meal offering and their drink offering for the bullocks, for the rams, and for the lambs, according to their number, according to the ritual;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And their meal offering and their drink offering of an ox and of a ram and of a lamb, by their number, according to their portion:
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and their meal-offering and their drink-offerings for the bullocks, for the rams, and for the lambs, according to their number, after the ordinance;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Their meat-offerings and their drink-offerings shall be to the calves and the rams and the lambs according to their number, according to their ordinance.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
The Feast of Tabernacles
26On the fifth day you are to present nine bulls, two rams, and fourteen male lambs a year old, all unblemished, 27along with the grain and drink offerings for the bulls, rams, and lambs, according to the number prescribed. 28Include one male goat as a sin offering, in addition to the regular burnt offering with its grain offering and drink offering.…

Cross References
Leviticus 23:24-25
“Speak to the Israelites and say, ‘On the first day of the seventh month you are to have a day of rest, a sacred assembly announced by trumpet blasts. / You must not do any regular work, but you are to present a food offering to the LORD.’”

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.

Numbers 28:11-15
At the beginning of every month, you are to present to the LORD a burnt offering of two young bulls, one ram, and seven male lambs a year old, all unblemished, / along with three-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil as a grain offering with each bull, two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil as a grain offering with the ram, / and a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil as a grain offering with each lamb. This is a burnt offering, a pleasing aroma, a food offering to the LORD. ...

2 Chronicles 8:13
He observed the daily requirement for offerings according to the commandment of Moses for Sabbaths, New Moons, and the three annual appointed feasts—the Feast of Unleavened Bread, the Feast of Weeks, and the Feast of Tabernacles.

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.

Ezekiel 45:25
During the seven days of the feast that begins on the fifteenth day of the seventh month, he is to make the same provision for sin offerings, burnt offerings, grain offerings, and oil.’

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 Chronicles 31:3
The king contributed from his own possessions for the regular morning and evening burnt offerings and for the burnt offerings on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts, as written in the Law of the LORD.

Ezra 3:5
After that, they presented the regular burnt offerings and those for New Moons and for all the appointed sacred feasts of the LORD, as well as all the freewill offerings brought to the LORD.

Psalm 81:3
Sound the ram’s horn at the New Moon, and at the full moon on the day of our Feast.

Colossians 2:16-17
Therefore let no one judge you by what you eat or drink, or with regard to a feast, a New Moon, or a Sabbath. / These are a shadow of the things to come, but the body that casts it belongs to Christ.

Hebrews 10:1
For the law is only a shadow of the good things to come, not the realities themselves. It can never, by the same sacrifices offered year after year, make perfect those who draw near to worship.

Romans 12:1
Therefore I urge you, brothers, on account of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is your spiritual service of worship.

Hebrews 9:9-10
It is an illustration for the present time, because the gifts and sacrifices being offered were unable to cleanse the conscience of the worshiper. / They consist only in food and drink and special washings—external regulations imposed until the time of reform.

Galatians 4:10
You are observing special days and months and seasons and years!


Treasury of Scripture

And their meat offering and their drink offerings for the bullocks, for the rams, and for the lambs, shall be according to their number, after the manner:

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Numbers 29
1. The offering at the feast of trumpets
7. At the day of afflicting their souls
12. And on the eight days of the feast of tabernacles














along with the grain and drink offerings
In the sacrificial system of ancient Israel, grain and drink offerings accompanied burnt offerings as a means of expressing devotion and thanksgiving to God. The grain offering, often consisting of fine flour mixed with oil and frankincense, symbolized the fruit of human labor and dedication to God. The drink offering, typically wine, was poured out as a libation, signifying the pouring out of one's life in service to God. These offerings highlight the comprehensive nature of worship, involving both sustenance and joy, and point to the ultimate sacrifice of Christ, who poured out His life for humanity.

for the bulls, rams, and lambs
The specific animals mentioned—bulls, rams, and lambs—were integral to the sacrificial system. Bulls, representing strength and service, were often used in significant offerings, such as the sin offering. Rams, symbolizing leadership and substitution, were used in consecration and guilt offerings. Lambs, embodying innocence and purity, were central to daily offerings and the Passover sacrifice. Each animal prefigures aspects of Christ's sacrifice: His strength, His role as the leader and substitute, and His purity and innocence as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.

according to the number prescribed
The phrase underscores the importance of obedience and precision in worship as commanded by God. The prescribed number of offerings reflects God's specific instructions for each festival and occasion, ensuring that worship was conducted in a manner pleasing to Him. This meticulous attention to detail in the sacrificial system foreshadows the perfect and complete sacrifice of Jesus, who fulfilled the law in every aspect. It also serves as a reminder of the order and intentionality in God's plan for redemption, emphasizing that worship must align with divine instructions.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
The leader of the Israelites who received the laws and instructions from God, including the details of the offerings.

2. Israelites
The people of God who were given these instructions to follow as part of their covenant relationship with Him.

3. Tabernacle
The place where these offerings were to be made, serving as the dwelling place of God among His people.

4. Feast of Tabernacles
The context of this passage, a significant festival in the Jewish calendar, celebrating God's provision and presence.

5. Offerings
Specific sacrifices (bulls, rams, lambs) and their accompanying grain and drink offerings, symbolizing dedication and worship to God.
Teaching Points
Understanding the Purpose of Offerings
The offerings were a means for the Israelites to express their devotion and obedience to God. They served as a reminder of God's holiness and the need for atonement.

Symbolism of the Sacrifices
Each type of offering (bulls, rams, lambs) had specific symbolic meanings, representing strength, leadership, and innocence. These pointed to the ultimate sacrifice of Christ.

The Role of Obedience in Worship
The detailed instructions for offerings underscore the importance of obedience in worship. God desires worship that is both heartfelt and in accordance with His commands.

The Continuity of God's Provision
The Feast of Tabernacles celebrated God's provision in the wilderness. Today, believers can trust in God's continued provision and faithfulness in their lives.

Living as a Sacrifice
Just as the Israelites offered sacrifices, Christians are called to live sacrificially, dedicating their lives to God's service and glory.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
along with the grain and drink offerings
וּמִנְחָתָ֣ם (ū·min·ḥā·ṯām)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 4503: A donation, tribute, a sacrificial offering

for the bulls,
לַ֠פָּרִים (lap·pā·rîm)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 6499: Young bull, steer

rams,
לָאֵילִ֧ם (lā·’ê·lim)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 352: Strength, strong, a chief, a ram, a pilaster, an oak, strong tree

and lambs,
וְלַכְּבָשִׂ֛ים (wə·lak·kə·ḇā·śîm)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3532: A lamb

according to the number
בְּמִסְפָּרָ֖ם (bə·mis·pā·rām)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 4557: A number, definite, indefinite, narration

prescribed.
כַּמִּשְׁפָּֽט׃ (kam·miš·pāṭ)
Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style


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