Verse (Click for Chapter) 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, 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 the lambs, shall be according to their number, after the manner: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Biblealong with the grain and drink offerings for the bulls, rams, and lambs, according to the number prescribed. 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 Versionand 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 their judgment: Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd 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 BibleAnd their meal offering and their drink offerings 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 1917and 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 ... Audio Bible Context The Feast of Tabernacles…32On the seventh day you are to present seven bulls, two rams, and fourteen male lambs a year old, all unblemished, 33along with the grain and drink offerings for the bulls, rams, and lambs, according to the number prescribed. 34Include one male goat as a sin offering, in addition to the regular burnt offering with its grain offering and drink offering.… Cross References Leviticus 23:33-36 And the LORD said to Moses, / “Speak to the Israelites and say, ‘On the fifteenth day of the seventh month the Feast of Tabernacles to the LORD begins, and it continues for seven days. / On the first day there shall be a sacred assembly. You must not do any regular work. ... Exodus 29:38-42 This is what you are to offer regularly on the altar, each day: two lambs that are a year old. / Offer one lamb in the morning and the other at twilight. / 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 23:1-2 Then the LORD said to Moses, / “Speak to the Israelites and say to them, ‘These are My appointed feasts, the feasts of the LORD that you are to proclaim as sacred assemblies. Numbers 28:16-25 The fourteenth day of the first month is the LORD’s Passover. / On the fifteenth day of this month, there shall be a feast; for seven days unleavened bread is to be eaten. / On the first day there is to be a sacred assembly; you must not do any regular work. ... 2 Chronicles 8:12-13 At that time Solomon offered burnt offerings to the LORD on the altar of the LORD he had built in front of the portico. / 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. Ezra 3:4 They also celebrated the Feast of Tabernacles in accordance with what is written, and they offered burnt offerings daily based on the number prescribed for each day. Nehemiah 8:14-18 And they found written in the Law, which the LORD had commanded through Moses, that the Israelites were to dwell in booths during the feast of the seventh month, / and that they should proclaim this message and spread it throughout their towns and in Jerusalem, saying, “Go out to the hill country and bring back branches of olive, wild olive, myrtle, palm, and other leafy trees, to make booths, as it is written.” / And the people went out, brought back branches, and made booths on their own rooftops, in their courtyards, in the courts of the house of God, and in the squares by the Water Gate and by the Gate of Ephraim. ... 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 Kings 8:65-66 So at that time Solomon and all Israel with him—a great assembly of people from Lebo-hamath to the Brook of Egypt—kept the feast before the LORD our God for seven days and seven more days—fourteen days in all. / On the fifteenth day Solomon sent the people away. So they blessed the king and went home, joyful and glad in heart for all the good things that the LORD had done for His servant David and for His people Israel. 2 Chronicles 7:8-10 So at that time Solomon and all Israel with him—a very great assembly of people from Lebo-hamath to the Brook of Egypt—kept the feast for seven days. / On the eighth day they held a solemn assembly, for the dedication of the altar had lasted seven days, and the feast seven days more. / On the twenty-third day of the seventh month, Solomon sent the people away to their homes, joyful and glad of heart for the good things that the LORD had done for David, for Solomon, and for His people Israel. John 7:2 However, the Jewish Feast of Tabernacles was near. John 7:37-39 On the last and greatest day of the feast, Jesus stood up and called out in a loud voice, “If anyone is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink. / Whoever believes in Me, as the Scripture has said: ‘Streams of living water will flow from within him.’” / He was speaking about the Spirit, whom those who believed in Him were later to receive. For the Spirit had not yet been given, because Jesus had not yet been glorified. 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. 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. 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: Jump to Previous Bullocks Bulls Cereal Drink Drink-Offerings Lambs Male Manner Meal Meal-Offering Meat Meat-Offering Oblation Offering Offerings Ordered Ordinance Oxen Prepare Present Rams Relation Sheep SpecifiedJump to Next Bullocks Bulls Cereal Drink Drink-Offerings Lambs Male Manner Meal Meal-Offering Meat Meat-Offering Oblation Offering Offerings Ordered Ordinance Oxen Prepare Present Rams Relation Sheep SpecifiedNumbers 29 1. The offering at the feast of trumpets7. 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 were integral components. The grain offering, often consisting of fine flour mixed with oil and frankincense, symbolized the fruits of human labor and dedication to God. The drink offering, typically wine, was poured out as a libation, representing the pouring out of one's life in service to God. These offerings accompanied burnt offerings, emphasizing the completeness of devotion and worship. The inclusion of grain and drink offerings highlights the holistic nature of worship, involving both sustenance and celebration. for the bulls, rams, and lambs according to the number prescribed Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe 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 verse, which is part of the instructions for the offerings during this important festival. 5. Offerings The specific sacrifices (bulls, rams, lambs) and their accompanying grain and drink offerings prescribed by God. Teaching Points Obedience to God's InstructionsThe Israelites were required to follow God's specific instructions for offerings, demonstrating the importance of obedience in worship. Symbolism of Sacrifices The offerings symbolize dedication and atonement, pointing forward to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Worship as a Community The communal aspect of these offerings during the Feast of Tabernacles emphasizes the importance of corporate worship and unity among believers. Generosity in Giving The prescribed offerings required significant resources, teaching us about the value of sacrificial giving in our own lives. Spiritual Reflection The detailed nature of these offerings invites us to reflect on the depth and seriousness of our own spiritual commitments. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 29:33?2. How does Numbers 29:33 emphasize the importance of following God's specific instructions? 3. What can we learn about God's character from the offerings in Numbers 29:33? 4. How does Numbers 29:33 connect with other Old Testament sacrificial practices? 5. In what ways can we apply the principle of obedience from Numbers 29:33 today? 6. How does Numbers 29:33 encourage us to honor God with our resources? 7. What is the significance of the sacrificial offerings in Numbers 29:33? 8. How does Numbers 29:33 reflect the importance of ritual in ancient Israelite religion? 9. Why are specific numbers of sacrifices prescribed in Numbers 29:33? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 29? 11. What evidence exists that these extensive rituals, detailed in Numbers 29, were historically observed or feasible at that scale? 12. Why would a supposedly omniscient deity continue to demand repetitive sacrifices in Numbers 29 if the people's hearts were often wayward? 13. Numbers 15:1-12: Are there any historical or archaeological findings that support these specific sacrifices, or do they appear unique and unverified? 14. What is the significance of the biblical drink offering? What Does Numbers 29:33 Mean Their grain offering“and their grain offering” • The Feast of Tabernacles comes at harvest’s end, so the fine-flour offering (Leviticus 2:1-2; 23:13) is a tangible “thank You” for the grain the Lord has just provided (Deuteronomy 16:13-15). • Mixed with oil and burned on the altar (Numbers 29:33; 28:12), it pictures sustaining grace—God supplies daily bread (Matthew 6:11) and, ultimately, the true Bread of Life (John 6:35). • By adding incense, the aroma rises, reminding worshipers that gratitude itself ascends to God (Psalm 141:2). And drink offerings “and drink offerings” • Wine was poured beside the altar (Numbers 15:5, 7, 10), symbolizing joy overflowing from a grateful heart (Psalm 104:15; Judges 9:13). • The libation was entirely God’s; nothing was held back—an image Paul echoes when he says, “I am already being poured out like a drink offering” (Philippians 2:17; 2 Timothy 4:6). • During Tabernacles an added water-libation celebrated rain for the coming year (Isaiah 12:3), pointing forward to Jesus’ cry, “If anyone is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink” (John 7:37-38). For the bulls “for the bulls,” • On the seventh day seven bulls were offered (Numbers 29:32)—large, costly animals that addressed nationwide sin (Leviticus 4:14-20). • The decreasing number of bulls through the week (from thirteen down to seven) hints at God’s desire to draw the nations ever closer as sin’s barrier shrinks (Zechariah 14:16; Revelation 7:9). • Each bull’s blood pointed to the greater sacrifice: “How much more will the blood of Christ… cleanse our consciences” (Hebrews 9:13-14). For the rams “rams,” • Two rams (Numbers 29:32) signified strength and resolve in devotion. Rams were used in ordination (Exodus 29:15-18) and in the pivotal substitute for Isaac (Genesis 22:13). • Their horns later announced Jubilee (Leviticus 25:9), so the rams here whisper of release and restoration fully realized in the cross (Colossians 2:14-15). For the lambs “and lambs,” • Fourteen spotless year-old lambs (Numbers 29:32) underscore innocence doubled—seven (perfection) times two (established witness). • Lambs recall Passover rescue (Exodus 12:5-13) and anticipate “the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world” (John 1:29; 1 Peter 1:19). • Their continual presence all week shows that forgiveness and fellowship remain constant, not occasional (Hebrews 10:1-4). According to the number prescribed “according to the number prescribed.” • Every grain measure and every cup of wine matched God’s blueprint (Numbers 29:18, 21, 24, 27, 30, 33, 37). Obedience is worship (1 Samuel 15:22; John 14:15). • Precision also guards the message: the sacrifices portray redemption; altering them would distort the picture (Exodus 25:40; Galatians 1:8-9). • In New-Covenant worship the pattern endures—“all things must be done properly and in an orderly manner” (1 Corinthians 14:40). summary Numbers 29:33 stitches together gratitude (grain), joy (wine), atonement (bulls), dedication (rams), and innocence (lambs), all carried out exactly as God said. The verse reminds us that wholehearted, prescribed worship celebrates every facet of the Lord’s provision and ultimately points to Christ, the perfect fulfillment of every sacrifice. Hebrew along with the grain and drink offeringsוּמִנְחָתָ֣ם (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. כְּמִשְׁפָּטָֽם׃ (kə·miš·pā·ṭām) Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 4941: A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, style Links Numbers 29:33 NIVNumbers 29:33 NLT Numbers 29:33 ESV Numbers 29:33 NASB Numbers 29:33 KJV Numbers 29:33 BibleApps.com Numbers 29:33 Biblia Paralela Numbers 29:33 Chinese Bible Numbers 29:33 French Bible Numbers 29:33 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 29:33 And their meal offering and their drink (Nu Num.) |