King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
All that are born of the country shall do these things after this manner, in offering an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.
Complete Jewish Bible:
"'Every citizen is to do these things in this way when presenting an offering made by fire as a fragrant aroma for ADONAI.
Berean Standard Bible:
Everyone who is native-born shall prepare these things in this way when he presents an offering made by fire as a pleasing aroma to the LORD.
American Standard Version:
All that are home-born shall do these things after this manner, in offering an offering made by fire, of a sweet savor unto Jehovah.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
All that are born of the country{H249} shall do{H6213} these things after this manner, in offering{H7126} an offering made by fire{H801}, of a sweet{H5207} savour{H7381} unto the LORD{H3068}.
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Commentary for Numbers 15:13
Numbers 15:13 is a verse situated within the broader context of the Israelites' journey through the wilderness, shortly after their exodus from Egypt. The book of Numbers is the fourth book of the Pentateuch, traditionally attributed to Moses, and it details the organization of the Israelite community as a holy nation, with specific instructions for worship and religious observance.
The verse itself is part of a section that outlines the regulations for grain offerings and drink offerings that are to accompany burnt offerings. These offerings were to be performed by all the native-born Israelites, indicating that these religious practices were not just for the priests or a select group, but for the entire community. The phrase "born of the country" suggests that these laws applied to those who were native Israelites, distinguishing them from foreigners or sojourners who might be living among them.
The offering described in Numbers 15:13 is one of a "sweet savour," which means it was pleasing to the Lord. Such offerings were an expression of devotion and worship, symbolizing the people's desire to maintain a right relationship with God. The requirement for the offering to be "made by fire" indicates that it was to be completely consumed on the altar, representing the totality of the people's dedication to God.
In summary, Numbers 15:13 reflects the theme of communal worship and the importance of religious observance in the life of the Israelite nation. It underscores the inclusivity of worship practices among the native-born Israelites and emphasizes the need for offerings to be made in a manner that is acceptable and pleasing to God. This verse, along with the surrounding chapters, serves as a guide for the Israelites in maintaining their covenantal relationship with God through prescribed rituals and sacrifices during their sojourn in the wilderness and beyond.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H249
There are 317 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֶזְרָח
Transliteration: ʼezrâch
Pronunciation: ez-rawkh'
Description: from זָרַח (in the sense of springing up); a spontaneous growth, i.e. native (tree or persons); bay tree, (home-) born (in the land), of the (one's own) country (nation). - Strong's Number: H6213
There are 2286 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָשָׂה
Transliteration: ʻâsâh
Pronunciation: aw-saw'
Description: a primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application; accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. - Strong's Number: H7126
There are 259 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קָרַב
Transliteration: qârab
Pronunciation: kaw-rab'
Description: a primitive root; to approach (causatively, bring near) for whatever purpose; (cause to) approach, (cause to) bring (forth, near), (cause to) come (near, nigh), (cause to) draw near (nigh), go (near), be at hand, join, be near, offer, present, produce, make ready, stand, take. - Strong's Number: H801
There are 357 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אִשָּׁה
Transliteration: ʼishshâh
Pronunciation: ish-shaw'
Description: the same as אֶשָּׁה, but used in a liturgical sense; properly, a burnt-offering; but occasionally of any sacrifice; (offering, sacrifice), (made) by fire. - Strong's Number: H5207
There are 43 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נִיחוֹחַ
Transliteration: nîychôwach
Pronunciation: nee-kho'-akh
Description: or נִיחֹחַ; from נוּחַ; properly, restful, i.e. pleasant; abstractly, delight; sweet (odour). - Strong's Number: H7381
There are 55 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רֵיחַ
Transliteration: rêyach
Pronunciation: ray'-akh
Description: from רוּחַ; odor (as if blown); savour, scent, smell. - Strong's Number: H3068
There are 5521 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְהֹוָה
Transliteration: Yᵉhôvâh
Pronunciation: yeh-ho-vaw'
Description: from הָיָה; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God; Jehovah, the Lord. Compare יָהּ, יְהֹוִה.