Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version and two oxen, five rams, five male goats and five male lambs a year old to be sacrificed as a fellowship offering. This was the offering of Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai. New Living Translation For a peace offering he brought two bulls, five rams, five male goats, and five one-year-old male lambs. This was the offering brought by Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai. English Standard Version and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. Berean Standard Bible and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai. Berean Literal Bible and for a sacrifice of the peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs, sons of a year. This was the offering of Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai. King James Bible And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. New King James Version and as the sacrifice of peace offerings: two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs in their first year. This was the offering of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. New American Standard Bible and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs one year old. This was the offering of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. NASB 1995 and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, five male lambs one year old. This was the offering of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. NASB 1977 and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, five male lambs one year old. This was the offering of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. Legacy Standard Bible and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, five male lambs one year old. This was the offering of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. Amplified Bible and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, five male lambs one year old. This was the offering of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai [from the tribe of Simeon]. Berean Annotated Bible and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Shelumiel (friend of God) son of Zurishaddai (my rock is almighty). Christian Standard Bible and two bulls, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old, for the fellowship sacrifice. This was the offering of Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai. Holman Christian Standard Bible and two bulls, five rams, five male breeding goats, and five male lambs a year old, for the fellowship sacrifice. This was the offering of Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai. American Standard Version and for the sacrifice of peace-offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five he-lambs a year old: this was the oblation of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. English Revised Version and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five he-lambs of the first year: this was the oblation of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. GOD'S WORD® Translation and two bulls, five rams, five male goats, and five one-year-old male lambs as a fellowship offering. These were the gifts from Shelumiel, son of Zurishaddai. International Standard Version Their sacrifice for a peace offering consisted of two bulls, five rams, five male goats, and five one year old lambs. These were the offerings presented by Zurishaddai's son Shelumiel. NET Bible and for the sacrifice of peace offerings: two bulls, five rams, five male goats, and five lambs in their first year. This was the offering of Sheloumiel son of Zurishaddai. New Heart English Bible and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two head of cattle, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old: this was the offering of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. Webster's Bible Translation And for a sacrifice of peace-offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleand a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai. World English Bible and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two head of cattle, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old: this was the offering of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand for a sacrifice of the peace-offerings: two oxen, five rams, five male goats, five lambs, sons of a year; this [is] the offering of Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai. Berean Literal Bible and for a sacrifice of the peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs, sons of a year. This was the offering of Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai. Young's Literal Translation and for a sacrifice of the peace-offerings two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five lambs, sons of a year; this is the offering of Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai. Smith's Literal Translation And for a sacrifice of peace, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs, sons of a year: this the offering of Shelumiel, son of Zurishaddai. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd for sacrifices of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five buck goats, five lambs of a year old. This was the offering of Salamiel the son of Surisaddai. Catholic Public Domain Version and for victims of peace offerings: two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, and five one-year-old lambs. This was the oblation of Shelumiel, the son of Zurishaddai. New American Bible and two bulls, five rams, five he-goats, and five yearling lambs for a communion sacrifice. This was the offering of Shelumiel, son of Zurishaddai. New Revised Standard Version and for the sacrifice of well-being, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd for the sacrifice of peace offering, two oxen, five rams, five kids of the goats, and five lambs of the first year; this was the offering of Shelmuiel the son of Zurishaddai. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And for the peace sacrifice: two bulls and five rams and five goats and five lambs, male offspring of a year; this is the offering of Shlamayel son of Tsurishaday. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and for the sacrifice of peace-offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five he-lambs of the first year. This was the offering of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. Brenton Septuagint Translation And for a sacrifice of peace-offering, two heifers, five rams, five he-goats, five ewe-lambs of a year old: this was the gift of Salamiel the son of Surisadai. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Offerings of Dedication…40one male goat for a sin offering; 41and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai. 42On the sixth day Eliasaph son of Deuel, the leader of the Gadites, drew near.… Cross References and a peace offering of two oxen, Exodus 24:5 Then he sent out some young men of Israel, and they offered burnt offerings and sacrificed young bulls as peace offerings to the LORD. 1 Kings 8:63 And Solomon offered as peace offerings to the LORD 22,000 oxen and 120,000 sheep. So the king and all the Israelites dedicated the house of the LORD. 2 Samuel 6:17 So they brought the ark of the LORD and set it in its place inside the tent that David had pitched for it. Then David offered burnt offerings and peace offerings before the LORD. five rams, 1 Chronicles 29:21 The next day they offered sacrifices and presented burnt offerings to the LORD: a thousand bulls, a thousand rams, and a thousand lambs, along with their drink offerings, and other sacrifices in abundance for all Israel. Ezekiel 45:23 Each day during the seven days of the feast, he shall provide seven bulls and seven rams without blemish as a burnt offering to the LORD, along with a male goat for a sin offering. 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. five male goats, Ezra 6:17 For the dedication of the house of God they offered a hundred bulls, two hundred rams, four hundred lambs, and a sin offering for all Israel of twelve male goats, one for each tribe of Israel. 2 Chronicles 29:21 They brought seven bulls, seven rams, seven lambs, and seven male goats as a sin offering for the kingdom, for the sanctuary, and for Judah. And the king commanded the priests, the descendants of Aaron, to offer them on the altar of the LORD. Leviticus 16:5 And he shall take from the congregation of Israel two male goats for a sin offering and one ram for a burnt offering. and five male lambs a year old. Exodus 29:38 This is what you are to offer regularly on the altar, each day: two lambs that are a year old. Numbers 28:3 And tell them that this is the food offering you are to present to the LORD as a regular burnt offering each day: two unblemished year-old male lambs. Exodus 12:5 Your lamb must be an unblemished year-old male, and you may take it from the sheep or the goats. This was the offering of Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai. Numbers 1:6 from Simeon, Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai; Numbers 2:12 The tribe of Simeon will camp next to it. The leader of the Simeonites is Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai, Numbers 10:19 Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai was over the division of the tribe of Simeon, 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. Treasury of Scripture And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Shelumiel the son of Zurishaddai. Jump to Previous Cattle Fellowship First Five Goats Head He-Goats He-Lambs Lambs Male Offering Offerings Oxen Peace Peace-Offerings Rams Sacrifice Sacrificed Shelumiel Shelu'mi-El Zurishaddai Zurishad'daiJump to Next Cattle Fellowship First Five Goats Head He-Goats He-Lambs Lambs Male Offering Offerings Oxen Peace Peace-Offerings Rams Sacrifice Sacrificed Shelumiel Shelu'mi-El Zurishaddai Zurishad'daiNumbers 7 1. The offering of the princes at the dedication of the tabernacle10. Their several offerings at the dedication of the altar 89. God speaks to Moses from the mercy seat and a peace offering of two oxen The peace offering, also known as a fellowship offering, was a voluntary sacrifice expressing thanksgiving and fellowship with God. The use of oxen, valuable animals in ancient agrarian societies, signifies the importance and costliness of the offering. Oxen were often used for labor, making them a significant sacrifice. This offering symbolizes reconciliation and communion with God, reflecting the peace and fellowship believers seek with Him. five rams five male goats and five male lambs a year old This was the offering of Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai. Persons / Places / Events 1. NashonThe leader of the tribe of Judah, who brought the offering described in this verse. Nashon is significant as an ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ. 2. Tribe of Judah One of the twelve tribes of Israel, known for its leadership role among the tribes and its association with kingship and the lineage of Jesus. 3. Tabernacle The portable sanctuary where the Israelites worshiped God during their journey through the wilderness. The offerings were made for its dedication. 4. Sanctuary Shekel A unit of weight used in the tabernacle, indicating the standard by which offerings were measured. 5. Grain Offering A type of offering made to God, consisting of fine flour mixed with oil, symbolizing dedication and thanksgiving. Teaching Points The Importance of Order and ObedienceThe detailed description of offerings in Numbers 7 highlights the importance of following God's instructions precisely. This teaches us the value of obedience in our spiritual lives. Symbolism of the Grain Offering The grain offering, made of fine flour and oil, symbolizes purity and the work of the Holy Spirit. It reminds us to offer our best to God in gratitude and dedication. Generosity and Worship The substantial weight of the silver offerings reflects the generosity expected in worship. We are encouraged to give generously and joyfully to God, recognizing His provision. Leadership and Legacy Nashon's role as a leader and his inclusion in the genealogy of Jesus remind us of the impact of faithful leadership and the legacy we leave for future generations. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 7:41?2. How does Numbers 7:41 illustrate the importance of offerings in worship today? 3. What can we learn from the "one young bull" about sacrificial giving? 4. How does Numbers 7:41 connect with New Testament teachings on generosity? 5. In what ways can we apply the principle of giving from Numbers 7:41? 6. How does the detailed offering in Numbers 7:41 enhance our understanding of obedience? 7. What is the significance of the offerings in Numbers 7:41? 8. How does Numbers 7:41 reflect Israelite worship practices? 9. Why are specific offerings detailed in Numbers 7:41? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 7? 11. Are there historical or logistical issues with Doeg, a single Edomite, carrying out the massacre of so many priests (1 Samuel 21:7 - 22:18-19)? 12. 2 Samuel 6:7 - Why would an all-knowing God strike Uzzah dead for physically stabilizing the Ark when his intention seemed good? 13. If God is just, why were thousands punished for the actions of a few in Numbers 16:49? 14. How could 2 Chronicles 35:7's massive number of sacrificed animals (30,000 lambs and goats) be logistically and historically feasible? What Does Numbers 7:41 Mean The peace offering“and a peace offering” (Numbers 7:41) locates Shelumiel’s gift within the fellowship‐sacrifice system set out earlier (Leviticus 3; 7:11-38). Peace offerings celebrated restored relationship—God had drawn near, sins were covered, and now the worshiper enjoyed a shared meal in His presence (Deuteronomy 27:7). Just as Gideon built an altar called “The LORD Is Peace” after meeting the Angel of YHWH (Judges 6:24), Shelumiel’s offering proclaims gratitude and communion. New-covenant believers see in these sacrifices a foreshadowing of Christ who “Himself is our peace” (Ephesians 2:14). Two oxen Oxen symbolized strength, wealth, and service (Proverbs 14:4; Psalm 50:10). In sacrifice they represented substantial cost and wholehearted surrender (Leviticus 4:13-21). By bringing two, Shelumiel demonstrates generosity and doubles the expression of dedication—much like David who refused to offer “burnt offerings that cost me nothing” (2 Samuel 24:24). The picture anticipates the greater cost paid at Calvary (1 Peter 1:18-19). Five rams Rams featured prominently in priestly ordination (Exodus 29:15-26) and in the substitute provided for Isaac (Genesis 22:13). Their horns later became the trumpets announcing God’s presence (Joshua 6:4-5). Offering five underscores the theme of grace often linked with the number five in Scripture (e.g., five loaves feeding thousands, Matthew 14:17-20). Shelumiel’s five rams broadcast confidence that God’s grace empowers consecration. Five male goats Goats were central to sin offerings (Leviticus 4:23-28) and to the Day of Atonement ritual (Leviticus 16:8-10). By presenting five, Shelumiel acknowledges both personal and tribal guilt and seeks cleansing. The abundance echoes Paul’s assurance that “where sin increased, grace abounded all the more” (Romans 5:20). Five male lambs a year old Year-old lambs were prime, flawless, and full of life (Exodus 12:5). They pointed forward to “the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world” (John 1:29). Offering five emphasizes completeness and celebration; fellowship with God overflows into joyful worship, reminiscent of the shepherds’ praise when they met the newborn Savior (Luke 2:20). Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai Numbers 1:6 and 2:12 identify Shelumiel as the chief of the tribe of Simeon. Simeon had a violent past (Genesis 34; 49:5-7), yet his prince now brings a lavish gift at the dedication of the tabernacle. Grace is restoring a troubled lineage, mirroring how Christ redeems every background (1 Corinthians 6:9-11). “Zurishaddai” means “My Rock is the Almighty,” quietly reminding us that stable worship springs from trusting the unmovable God (Psalm 18:2). summary Numbers 7:41 records Shelumiel’s portion of the tabernacle dedication offerings. Each element—peace offering, two oxen, five rams, five goats, five lambs—highlights fellowship, costly devotion, consecration, atonement, and joyful gratitude. The verse shows a once-wayward tribe publicly celebrating restored relationship with God, prefiguring the perfect peace, forgiveness, and communion secured for us through Jesus Christ. Hebrew and a peace offeringהַשְּׁלָמִים֮ (haš·šə·lā·mîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 8002: A sacrifice for alliance or friendship, peace offering of two שְׁנַיִם֒ (šə·na·yim) Number - md Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) oxen, בָּקָ֣ר (bā·qār) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1241: Beef cattle, ox, a herd five חֲמִשָּׁה֙ (ḥă·miš·šāh) Number - masculine singular Strong's 2568: Five rams, אֵילִ֤ם (’ê·lim) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 352: Strength, strong, a chief, a ram, a pilaster, an oak, strong tree five חֲמִשָּׁ֔ה (ḥă·miš·šāh) Number - masculine singular Strong's 2568: Five male goats, עַתֻּדִ֣ים (‘at·tu·ḏîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 6260: Prepared, full grown, of he-goats, leaders of the people and five חֲמִשָּׁ֑ה (ḥă·miš·šāh) Number - masculine singular Strong's 2568: Five male lambs כְּבָשִׂ֥ים (kə·ḇā·śîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3532: A lamb a year old. בְּנֵי־ (bə·nê-) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son This זֶ֛ה (zeh) Pronoun - masculine singular Strong's 2088: This, that was the offering קָרְבַּ֥ן (qā·rə·ban) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7133: Something brought near the altar, a sacrificial present of Shelumiel שְׁלֻמִיאֵ֖ל (šə·lu·mî·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8017: Shelumiel -- 'peace of God', a Simeonite son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Zurishaddai. צוּרִֽישַׁדָּֽי׃ (ṣū·rî·šad·dāy) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6701: Zurishaddai -- 'my rock is the Almighty', a Simeonite Links Numbers 7:41 NIVNumbers 7:41 NLT Numbers 7:41 ESV Numbers 7:41 NASB Numbers 7:41 KJV Numbers 7:41 BibleApps.com Numbers 7:41 Biblia Paralela Numbers 7:41 Chinese Bible Numbers 7:41 French Bible Numbers 7:41 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 7:41 And for the sacrifice of peace offerings (Nu Num.) |
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