Verse (Click for Chapter) 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; 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: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleone gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense; World English Bible one golden ladle of ten shekels, full of incense; Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionone 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 BibleA 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 BibleOne 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 1917one golden pan of ten shekels, full of incense; Brenton Septuagint Translation One golden censer of ten shekels, full of incense. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Offerings of Dedication…43His 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; 44one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense; 45one 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. 1 Kings 7:48-50 Solomon also made all the furnishings for the house of the LORD: the golden altar; the golden table on which was placed the Bread of the Presence; / the lampstands of pure gold in front of the inner sanctuary, five on the right side and five on the left; the gold flowers, lamps, and tongs; / 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 4:19-22 Solomon also made all the furnishings for the house of God: the golden altar; the tables on which was placed the Bread of the Presence; / the lampstands of pure gold and their lamps, to burn in front of the inner sanctuary as prescribed; / the flowers, lamps, and tongs of gold—of purest gold; ... 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. Exodus 25:31-39 Then you are to make a lampstand of pure, hammered gold. It shall be made of one piece, including its base and shaft, its cups, and its buds and petals. / Six branches are to extend from the sides of the lampstand—three on one side and three on the other. / There are to be three cups shaped like almond blossoms on the first branch, each with buds and petals, three on the next branch, and the same for all six branches that extend from the lampstand. ... Leviticus 24:5-9 You are also to take fine flour and bake twelve loaves, using two-tenths of an ephah for each loaf, / 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 Chronicles 28:14-18 the weight of all the gold articles for every kind of service; the weight of all the silver articles for every kind of service; / the weight of the gold lampstands and their lamps, including the weight of each lampstand and its lamps; the weight of each silver lampstand and its lamps, according to the use of each lampstand; / the weight of gold for each table of showbread, and of silver for the silver tables; ... Revelation 1:12-13 Then I turned to see the voice that was speaking with me. And having turned, I saw seven golden lampstands, / and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest. Exodus 30:27 the table and all its utensils, the lampstand and its utensils, the altar of incense, Exodus 40:4 Then bring in the table and set out its arrangement; bring in the lampstand as well, and set up its lamps. Exodus 40:24-25 He also placed the lampstand in the Tent of Meeting opposite the table on the south side of the tabernacle / and set up the lamps before the LORD, just as the LORD had commanded him. Numbers 4:7-9 Over the table of the Presence they are to spread a blue cloth and place the plates and cups on it, along with the bowls and pitchers for the drink offering. The regular bread offering is to remain on it. / And they shall spread a scarlet cloth over them, cover them with fine leather, and insert the poles. / They are to take a blue cloth and cover the lampstand used for light, together with its lamps, wick trimmers, and trays, as well as the jars of oil with which to supply it. 1 Samuel 21:4-6 “There is no common bread on hand,” the priest replied, “but there is some consecrated bread—provided that the young men have kept themselves from women.” / David answered, “Women have indeed been kept from us, as is usual when I set out. And the bodies of the young men are holy even on common missions. How much more so today!” / So the priest gave him the consecrated bread, since there was no bread there but the Bread of the Presence, which had been removed from before the LORD and replaced with hot bread on the day it was taken away. Matthew 12:3-4 Jesus replied, “Have you not read what David did when he and his companions were hungry? / He entered the house of God, and he and his companions ate the consecrated bread, which was not lawful for them to eat, but only for the priests. Treasury of Scripture One golden spoon of ten shekels, full of incense: Jump to Previous Cup Dish Filled Full Gold Golden Incense Ladle Pan Perfume Shekels Spice Spoon Ten WeighingJump to Next Cup Dish Filled Full Gold Golden Incense Ladle Pan Perfume Shekels Spice Spoon Ten WeighingNumbers 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 one gold dish In the context of the Tabernacle offerings, gold signifies purity and divinity. Gold was a common material used in the construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings, symbolizing the preciousness and holiness of the offerings made to God. The use of gold in the dish reflects the value and importance of the offering. In biblical times, gold was a rare and valuable commodity, often associated with royalty and divine worship, as seen in the gifts brought to Jesus by the Magi (Matthew 2:11). weighing ten shekels filled with incense Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites who received the offerings from the leaders of the tribes during the dedication of the altar. 2. Gershonites The Levite clan responsible for the care of the tabernacle's curtains and coverings, to whom the offerings were given. 3. Tabernacle The portable dwelling place for the divine presence among the Israelites, central to their worship and community life. 4. Altar Dedication The event where leaders of the twelve tribes of Israel brought offerings for the dedication of the altar, signifying their commitment and worship to God. 5. Incense A fragrant offering used in worship, symbolizing prayers and the presence of God. Teaching Points Symbolism of IncenseIncense in the Bible often symbolizes prayer and the presence of God. As believers, we are called to offer our prayers continually, like incense rising before God. Generosity in Worship The gold dish filled with incense represents the generosity and dedication of the Israelites in their worship. We are encouraged to give our best to God, not just in material offerings but in our time, talents, and devotion. Unity in Worship The collective offerings from the leaders of the tribes demonstrate unity in worship. As a community of believers, we should strive for unity in our worship and service to God. Holiness and Reverence The sacredness of the incense and its exclusive use for worship remind us of the holiness and reverence due to God. Our worship should be marked by a deep respect and awe for His presence. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 7:44?2. How does Numbers 7:44 demonstrate the importance of detailed obedience to God? 3. What can we learn about God's character from the offerings in Numbers 7:44? 4. How does Numbers 7:44 connect to the broader theme of worship in Scripture? 5. In what ways can we apply the principle of giving from Numbers 7:44 today? 6. How does the offering in Numbers 7:44 reflect our dedication to God's service? 7. What is the significance of the silver bowl in Numbers 7:44? 8. How does Numbers 7:44 reflect the importance of offerings in ancient Israelite worship? 9. Why is the weight of the silver bowl specified in Numbers 7:44? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 7? 11. Numbers 7:85-88: How did a nomadic community manage the massive total of precious metals and livestock described in these verses? 12. Numbers 7:10-11: Why would God require each tribe to offer exactly the same items rather than reflecting different tribal resources? 13. Why does God's response in Numbers 16:44-45 seem inconsistent with His mercy in other parts of the Bible? 14. Why would God specifically prescribe ritual sacrifices (Leviticus 14:10-20) as a means of ceremonial cleansing, while other passages in Scripture suggest different requirements for purity? What Does Numbers 7:44 Mean One gold dishThe text begins with a single, pure-gold vessel. Right away, two truths surface: • Gold signals value and holiness; it was the primary metal used for the most sacred furnishings of the tabernacle (Exodus 25:11; 25:29). • A “dish” (or bowl) speaks of service—something meant to present an offering rather than to be displayed for its own sake (2 Timothy 2:21 uses household vessels to picture believers set apart for service). • Only “one” is specified. God delights in precise obedience (1 Samuel 15:22; John 14:15), and each tribal leader brought exactly what God prescribed—no more, no less. • The same gold dish is listed for all twelve leaders (Numbers 7:14, 26, 32, 38, 44, 50, etc.), showing the equal standing of every tribe before the Lord (Romans 2:11). Weighing ten shekels Weight matters in Scripture because God values honest measures (Leviticus 19:35-36). • A shekel equaled twenty gerahs (Exodus 30:13), so ten shekels amount to 200 gerahs—roughly four ounces. God specifies even small details, underscoring His concern for integrity (Luke 16:10). • Ten often represents completeness (Exodus 20:1-17; Matthew 25:1-13). This modest but complete weight reminds us that God looks for wholehearted, not extravagant, worship (Mark 12:41-44). • The uniform weight for every tribe shows unity: all approach on the same terms (Ephesians 4:4-6). Filled with incense The dish is not empty; it is packed with fragrant incense, a picture rich with meaning: • Incense was a sacred mixture reserved for worship alone (Exodus 30:34-38). Misusing it carried the death penalty, highlighting the exclusivity of devotion (Leviticus 10:1-2). • Its ascending aroma symbolized the prayers of God’s people (Psalm 141:2). In heaven the twenty-four elders hold “golden bowls full of incense, which are the prayers of the saints” (Revelation 5:8). • The fragrance covered the smell of sacrifice, pointing to Christ, whose offering to God was “a fragrant aroma” (Ephesians 5:2). • Filling the dish implies abundance—not a token sprinkle but a generous measure, encouraging believers to be lavish in prayer and praise (1 Thessalonians 5:17-18). summary Numbers 7:44 records a literal, historical gift that carries timeless instruction. One gold dish shows the equal, precious standing of every worshiper; ten shekels underscores measured, complete obedience; incense illustrates prayers rising acceptably to God through the atoning work ultimately fulfilled in Christ. Every detail stresses that God notices, values, and responds to sincere, obedient worship offered exactly as He commands. Hebrew oneאַחַ֛ת (’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 Links Numbers 7:44 NIVNumbers 7:44 NLT Numbers 7:44 ESV Numbers 7:44 NASB Numbers 7:44 KJV Numbers 7:44 BibleApps.com Numbers 7:44 Biblia Paralela Numbers 7:44 Chinese Bible Numbers 7:44 French Bible Numbers 7:44 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 7:44 One golden ladle of ten shekels full (Nu Num.) |