Numbers 7:41
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 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.

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 Version
and 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 Bible
And 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 Bible
And 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 1917
and 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 ...



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.

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Numbers 7
1. The offering of the princes at the dedication of the tabernacle
10. 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 expressed thanksgiving, communion, and restored fellowship with God. Two oxen represented a costly gift, since oxen were valuable for labor and agriculture.

Exo 24:5 Then he sent out some young men of Israel,…
1Ki 8:63 And Solomon offered as peace offerings to the LORD…
2Sa 6:17 So they brought the ark of the LORD and set it in its place…

five rams,

Rams added substantial value and reflected the tribe’s willing devotion to the Lord.

1Ch 29:21 The next day they offered sacrifices to the LORD…
Ezk 45:23 Each day during the seven days of the feast,…
Lev 23:18 Along with the bread you are to present…

five male goats,

The goats were accepted animals for this sacrificial meal, accompanying the offering presented in peace before God.

Ezr 6:17 For the dedication of the house of God they offered…
2Ch 29:21 They brought seven bulls, seven rams, and seven lambs…
Lev 16:5 And he shall take from the congregation of Israel…

and five male lambs a year old.

Year-old male lambs were mature and suitable for sacrifice, completing the prescribed offering.

Exo 29:38 This is what you are to offer regularly on the altar…
Num 28:3 And tell them that this is the food offering…
Exo 12:5 Your lamb must be an unblemished year-old male…

This was the offering of Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai.

Shelumiel, whose name means “God is my peace,” leader of the tribe of Simeon and son of Zurishaddai, meaning “my rock is the Almighty,” brought the same offering as the other tribal leaders, showing Simeon’s full participation in the dedication of the altar.

Num 1:6 from Simeon, Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai;
Num 2:12 The tribe of Simeon will camp next to it.…
Num 10:19 Shelumiel son of Zurishaddai was over the division…

Persons / Places / Events
1. Nashon
The 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 Obedience
The 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?


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.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and a peace offering
הַשְּׁלָמִים֮ (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


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