Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version of which the tribute for the LORD was 675; New Living Translation of which 675 were the LORD’s share; English Standard Version and the LORD’s tribute of sheep was 675. Berean Standard Bible including a tribute to the LORD of 675, King James Bible And the LORD'S tribute of the sheep was six hundred and threescore and fifteen. New King James Version and the LORD’s tribute of the sheep was six hundred and seventy-five. New American Standard Bible the LORD’S tribute tax of the sheep was 675; NASB 1995 and the LORD’S levy of the sheep was 675; NASB 1977 and the LORD’S levy of the sheep was 675, Legacy Standard Bible and the levy of Yahweh from the sheep was 675; Amplified Bible and the LORD’S levy (tax) of the sheep was 675; Christian Standard Bible and the tribute to the LORD was 675 from the sheep and goats; Holman Christian Standard Bible and the tribute to the LORD was 675 from the sheep and goats; American Standard Version and Jehovah's tribute of the sheep was six hundred and threescore and fifteen. English Revised Version and the LORD'S tribute of the sheep was six hundred and threescore and fifteen. GOD'S WORD® Translation 675 went to the LORD as taxes. International Standard Version so the LORD's tribute from the sheep totaled 675. Majority Standard Bible including a tribute to the LORD of 675, NET Bible the LORD's tribute from the sheep was 675. New Heart English Bible and the LORD's tribute of the sheep was six hundred seventy-five. Webster's Bible Translation And the LORD'S tribute of the sheep was six hundred and seventy five. World English Bible and Yahweh’s tribute of the sheep was six hundred seventy-five. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the tribute to YHWH of the sheep is six hundred seventy-five; Young's Literal Translation And the tribute to Jehovah of the sheep is six hundred five and seventy; Smith's Literal Translation And the tribute to Jehovah will be from the sheep, six hundred five and seventy. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleOut of which, for the portion of the Lord, were reckoned six hundred seventy-five sheep. Catholic Public Domain Version From these, for the portion of the Lord, there were accounted: six hundred seventy-five sheep; New American Bible of which six hundred and seventy-five fell as tax to the LORD; New Revised Standard Version and the LORD’s tribute of sheep and goats was six hundred seventy-five. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the LORD'S tribute of the sheep was six thousand and seven hundred and fifty. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the tax for LORD JEHOVAH from the sheep was six thousand and seven hundred and fifty. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the LORD'S tribute of the sheep was six hundred and threescore and fifteen. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the tribute to the Lord from the sheep was six hundred and seventy-five. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Division of the Spoils…36This was the half portion for those who had gone to war: 337,500 sheep, 37including a tribute to the LORD of 675, 3836,000 cattle, including a tribute to the LORD of 72,… Cross References Exodus 12:35-36 Furthermore, the Israelites acted on Moses’ word and asked the Egyptians for articles of silver and gold, and for clothing. / And the LORD gave the people such favor in the sight of the Egyptians that they granted their request. In this way they plundered the Egyptians. Joshua 22:8 saying, “Return to your homes with your great wealth, with immense herds of livestock, with silver, gold, bronze, iron, and very many clothes. Divide with your brothers the spoil of your enemies.” 1 Samuel 30:20-26 And he took all the flocks and herds, which his men drove ahead of the other livestock, calling out, “This is David’s plunder!” / When David came to the two hundred men who had been too exhausted to follow him and who were left behind at the Brook of Besor, they came out to meet him and the troops with him. As David approached the men, he greeted them, / but all the wicked and worthless men among those who had gone with David said, “Because they did not go with us, we will not share with them the plunder we recovered, except for each man’s wife and children. They may take them and go.” ... 2 Chronicles 31:5-6 As soon as the order went out, the Israelites generously provided the firstfruits of the grain, new wine, oil, and honey, and of all the produce of the field, and they brought in an abundance—a tithe of everything. / And the Israelites and Judahites who lived in the cities of Judah also brought a tithe of their herds and flocks and a tithe of the holy things consecrated to the LORD their God, and they laid them in large heaps. Nehemiah 10:37-39 Moreover, we will bring to the priests at the storerooms of the house of our God the firstfruits of our dough, of our grain offerings, of the fruit of all our trees, and of our new wine and oil. A tenth of our produce belongs to the Levites, so that they shall receive tithes in all the towns where we labor. / A priest of Aaron’s line is to accompany the Levites when they collect the tenth, and the Levites are to bring a tenth of these tithes to the storerooms of the treasury in the house of our God. / For the Israelites and the Levites are to bring the contributions of grain, new wine, and oil to the storerooms where the articles of the sanctuary are kept and where the ministering priests, the gatekeepers, and the singers stay. Thus we will not neglect the house of our God.” Proverbs 3:9-10 Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your crops; / then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine. Malachi 3:8-10 Will a man rob God? Yet you are robbing Me! But you ask, ‘How do we rob You?’ In tithes and offerings. / You are cursed with a curse, yet you—the whole nation—are still robbing Me. / Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the LORD of Hosts. “See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure. Matthew 23:23 Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You pay tithes of mint, dill, and cumin. But you have disregarded the weightier matters of the law: justice, mercy, and faithfulness. You should have practiced the latter, without neglecting the former. Luke 11:42 Woe to you Pharisees! For you pay tithes of mint, rue, and every herb, but you disregard justice and the love of God. You should have practiced the latter without neglecting the former. Luke 18:12 I fast twice a week and pay tithes of all that I acquire.’ Acts 2:44-45 All the believers were together and had everything in common. / Selling their possessions and goods, they shared with anyone who was in need. Acts 4:34-35 There were no needy ones among them, because those who owned lands or houses would sell their property, bring the proceeds from the sales, / and lay them at the apostles’ feet for distribution to anyone as he had need. Romans 15:26-27 For Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. / They were pleased to do it, and indeed they owe it to them. For if the Gentiles have shared in their spiritual blessings, they are obligated to minister to them with material blessings. 1 Corinthians 9:13-14 Do you not know that those who work in the temple eat of its food, and those who serve at the altar partake of its offerings? / In the same way, the Lord has prescribed that those who preach the gospel should receive their living from the gospel. 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 Now about the collection for the saints, you are to do as I directed the churches of Galatia: / On the first day of every week, each of you should set aside a portion of his income, saving it up, so that when I come no collections will be needed. Treasury of Scripture And the LORD's tribute of the sheep was six hundred and three score and fifteen. Jump to Previous Hundred Jehovah's LORD's Part Seventy Seventy-Five Sheep Six Threescore TributeJump to Next Hundred Jehovah's LORD's Part Seventy Seventy-Five Sheep Six Threescore TributeNumbers 31 1. The Midianites are spoiled, and Balaam slain13. Moses is angry with the officers, for saving the women alive 19. How the soldiers, with their captives and spoil, are to be purified 25. The proportion in which the prey is to be divided 48. The voluntary offering unto the treasure of the Lord including a tribute to the LORD of 675, This phrase refers to the portion of the spoils of war that was set aside as a tribute to the LORD. In the context of Numbers 31, the Israelites had just defeated the Midianites, and God commanded Moses to take a census of the spoils and divide them. The tribute to the LORD was a form of offering, acknowledging God's role in their victory and His sovereignty over Israel. The number 675 represents a specific portion of the livestock, which was calculated as one out of every 500, as instructed by God. This act of giving a tribute is consistent with the broader biblical principle of offering the firstfruits or a portion of one's increase to God, as seen in passages like Exodus 23:19 and Proverbs 3:9. The concept of tribute also foreshadows the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who is considered the perfect offering to God for the sins of humanity. Just as the tribute was a portion set apart for God, Christ is set apart as the Lamb of God, fulfilling the law and the prophets. In the historical and cultural context, tributes were common in ancient Near Eastern societies, often given to deities or rulers as a sign of allegiance and gratitude. This practice underscores the Israelites' recognition of God's provision and protection. Geographically, the campaign against Midian took place in the region east of the Jordan River, an area that held significant strategic and spiritual importance for the Israelites as they prepared to enter the Promised Land. The tribute, therefore, also symbolized their commitment to God as they moved closer to fulfilling His promises. Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites who is overseeing the distribution of the spoils of war, including the tribute to the LORD. 2. Israelites The people of God who have just returned from a victorious battle against the Midianites. 3. Midianites The people defeated by the Israelites, whose possessions are being divided. 4. The LORD God, who commands a tribute from the spoils of war as an acknowledgment of His provision and victory. 5. Sheep Part of the livestock taken as spoils, with a portion designated as a tribute to the LORD. Teaching Points Acknowledgment of God's SovereigntyThe tribute of 675 sheep signifies the acknowledgment of God's role in the victory over the Midianites. It reminds us to recognize God's hand in our successes and to give Him the glory. Principle of Giving The act of giving a portion of the spoils to the LORD teaches us the importance of generosity and the principle of giving back to God from what we receive. Obedience to God's Commands The Israelites' obedience in giving the tribute reflects the importance of following God's commands. Our obedience is a form of worship and demonstrates our trust in His provision. Community and Stewardship The distribution of spoils, including the tribute, highlights the role of community and stewardship. We are called to manage our resources wisely and to support the work of God and His people. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew with a tributeהַמֶּ֥כֶס (ham·me·ḵes) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4371: Computation, proportion to be paid, tax to the LORD לַֽיהוָ֖ה (Yah·weh) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel of 675, שֵׁ֥שׁ (šêš) Number - feminine singular construct Strong's 8337: Six (a cardinal number) Links Numbers 31:37 NIVNumbers 31:37 NLT Numbers 31:37 ESV Numbers 31:37 NASB Numbers 31:37 KJV Numbers 31:37 BibleApps.com Numbers 31:37 Biblia Paralela Numbers 31:37 Chinese Bible Numbers 31:37 French Bible Numbers 31:37 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 31:37 And Yahweh's tribute of the sheep was (Nu Num.) |