Numbers 7:38
New International Version
one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense;

New Living Translation
He also brought a gold container weighing four ounces, which was filled with incense.

English Standard Version
one golden dish of 10 shekels, full of incense;

Berean Standard Bible
one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense;

King James Bible
One golden spoon of ten shekels, full of incense:

New King James Version
one gold pan of ten shekels, full of incense;

New American Standard Bible
one gold pan of ten shekels, full of incense;

NASB 1995
one gold pan of ten shekels, full of incense;

NASB 1977
one gold pan of ten shekels, full of incense;

Legacy Standard Bible
one gold pan of 10 shekels, full of incense;

Amplified Bible
one golden bowl of ten shekels, full of incense;

Christian Standard Bible
one gold bowl weighing four ounces, full of incense;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
one gold bowl weighing four ounces, full of incense;

American Standard Version
one golden spoon of ten shekels, full of incense;

English Revised Version
one golden spoon of ten shekels, full of incense;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He also brought a gold dish that weighed 4 ounces, filled with incense;

International Standard Version
one gold pan weighing ten shekels, full of incense;

Majority Standard Bible
one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense;

NET Bible
one gold pan weighing 10 shekels;

New Heart English Bible
one golden ladle of ten shekels, full of incense;

Webster's Bible Translation
One golden spoon of ten shekels, full of incense:

World English Bible
one golden ladle of ten shekels, full of incense;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
one golden spoon of ten [shekels], full of incense;

Young's Literal Translation
one golden spoon of ten shekels, full of perfume;

Smith's Literal Translation
One pan, ten of gold, full of incense:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
A little mortar of gold weighing ten sides full of incense:

Catholic Public Domain Version
a little mortar of gold weighing ten shekels, filled with incense,

New American Bible
one gold cup of ten shekels’ weight filled with incense;

New Revised Standard Version
one golden dish weighing ten shekels, full of incense;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
One golden spoon of ten shekels, full of incense;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And one spoon, ten shekels of gold, and filled with incense.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
one golden pan of ten shekels, full of incense;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
One golden censer of ten shekels, full of incense.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Offerings of Dedication
37His offering was one silver platter weighing a hundred and thirty shekels, and one silver bowl weighing seventy shekels, both according to the sanctuary shekel and filled with fine flour mixed with oil for a grain offering; 38one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense; 39one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering;…

Cross References
Exodus 25:29
You are also to make the plates and dishes, as well as the pitchers and bowls for pouring drink offerings. Make them out of pure gold.

Exodus 37:16
He also made the utensils for the table out of pure gold: its plates and dishes, as well as its bowls and pitchers for pouring drink offerings.

Leviticus 24:6-7
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.

1 Kings 7:50
the pure gold basins, wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, ladles, and censers; and the gold hinges for the doors of the inner temple (that is, the Most Holy Place) as well as for the doors of the main hall of the temple.

2 Chronicles 4:22
the wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, ladles, and censers of pure gold; and the gold doors of the temple: the inner doors to the Most Holy Place as well as the doors of the main hall.

Hebrews 9:2
A tabernacle was prepared. In its first room were the lampstand, the table, and the consecrated bread. This was called the Holy Place.

Matthew 26:7
a woman came to Him with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, which she poured on His head as He reclined at the table.

Mark 14:3
While Jesus was in Bethany reclining at the table in the home of Simon the Leper, a woman came with an alabaster jar of expensive perfume, made of pure nard. She broke open the jar and poured it on Jesus’ head.

Luke 7:37-38
When a sinful woman from that town learned that Jesus was dining there, she brought an alabaster jar of perfume. / As she stood behind Him at His feet weeping, she began to wet His feet with her tears and wipe them with her hair. Then she kissed His feet and anointed them with the perfume.

John 12:3
Then Mary took about a pint of expensive perfume, made of pure nard, and she anointed Jesus’ feet and wiped them with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume.

Revelation 5:8
When He had taken the scroll, the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb. Each one had a harp, and they were holding golden bowls full of incense, which are the prayers of the saints.

Revelation 8:3-4
Then another angel, who had a golden censer, came and stood at the altar. He was given much incense to offer, along with the prayers of all the saints, on the golden altar before the throne. / And the smoke of the incense, together with the prayers of the saints, rose up before God from the hand of the angel.

Exodus 30:9
On this altar you must not offer unauthorized incense or a burnt offering or grain offering; nor are you to pour a drink offering on it.

Exodus 30:34-38
The LORD also said to Moses, “Take fragrant spices—gum resin, onycha, galbanum, and pure frankincense—in equal measures, / and make a fragrant blend of incense, the work of a perfumer, seasoned with salt, pure and holy. / Grind some of it into fine powder and place it in front of the Testimony in the Tent of Meeting, where I will meet with you. It shall be most holy to you. ...

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.


Treasury of Scripture

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one gold dish
In the context of the offerings made by the leaders of Israel, the gold dish represents a valuable and significant gift. Gold, often associated with royalty and divinity, signifies the preciousness of the offering to God. In the tabernacle, gold was used extensively, symbolizing purity and holiness. The use of gold in offerings can be seen as a foreshadowing of the ultimate offering of Jesus Christ, who is often referred to as the King of Kings.

weighing ten shekels
The weight of ten shekels indicates a specific and intentional measure, reflecting the order and precision in the worship practices of Israel. The shekel was a standard unit of weight and currency in ancient Israel, and its use here underscores the importance of giving to God in a manner that is both generous and measured. This precision in offerings can be seen as a reflection of God's orderly nature and His desire for His people to approach Him with intentionality.

filled with incense
Incense in the Bible is often associated with prayer and worship. In the tabernacle, incense was burned on the altar of incense, symbolizing the prayers of the people ascending to God. The sweet aroma of incense is a metaphor for the pleasing nature of sincere worship and prayer. In Revelation 8:3-4, incense is directly linked to the prayers of the saints, indicating its continued symbolic significance. The use of incense in offerings can also be seen as a type of Christ, whose life and sacrifice are a pleasing aroma to God, as described in Ephesians 5:2.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
The leader of the Israelites who received the offerings from the leaders of the tribes during the dedication of the altar.

2. Israelite Leaders
The heads of the twelve tribes of Israel who brought offerings for the dedication of the altar.

3. Tabernacle
The portable dwelling place for the divine presence among the Israelites, where the altar was located.

4. Altar Dedication
A significant event where offerings were made by the leaders of the tribes to consecrate the altar for worship.

5. Incense
A fragrant substance used in worship, symbolizing prayer and the presence of God.
Teaching Points
Symbolism of Incense
Incense in the Bible often symbolizes prayer and the presence of God. As believers, we are called to offer our prayers as a fragrant offering to God, seeking His presence in our lives.

Generosity in Worship
The leaders of Israel gave generously for the dedication of the altar. This teaches us the importance of giving our best to God in worship, not just in material offerings but in our time, talents, and devotion.

Holiness and Reverence
The specific instructions for the incense and its use highlight the holiness and reverence required in worship. We are reminded to approach God with a heart of reverence and respect for His holiness.

Unity in Worship
The collective offerings from the leaders of the tribes demonstrate unity in worship. As a community of believers, we are encouraged to come together in unity to worship and serve God.

Consistency in Devotion
The regularity of offerings during the altar dedication reflects the need for consistent devotion in our spiritual lives. We are called to maintain a steady and faithful relationship with God through regular prayer and worship.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
one
אַחַ֛ת (’a·ḥaṯ)
Number - feminine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

gold
זָהָ֖ב (zā·hāḇ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky

dish
כַּ֥ף (kap̄)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3709: Hollow or flat of the hand, palm, sole (of the foot), a pan

weighing ten [shekels],
עֲשָׂרָ֥ה (‘ă·śā·rāh)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 6235: Ten

filled with
מְלֵאָ֥ה (mə·lê·’āh)
Adjective - feminine singular
Strong's 4392: Full, filling, fulness, fully

incense;
קְטֹֽרֶת׃ (qə·ṭō·reṯ)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 7004: Smoke, odor of (burning) sacrifice, incense


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