King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Then shall he that offereth his offering unto the LORD bring a meat offering of a tenth deal of flour mingled with the fourth [part] of an hin of oil.
Complete Jewish Bible:
the person bringing the offering is to present ADONAI with a grain offering consisting of two quarts of fine flour mixed with one quart of olive oil,
Berean Standard Bible:
then the one presenting his offering to the LORD shall also present a grain offering of a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a quarter hin of olive oil.
American Standard Version:
then shall he that offereth his oblation offer unto Jehovah a meal-offering of a tenth part of an ephah of fine flour mingled with the fourth part of a hin of oil:
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Then shall he that offereth{H7126} his offering{H7133} unto the LORD{H3068} bring{H7126} a meat offering{H4503} of a tenth deal{H6241} of flour{H5560} mingled{H1101} with the fourth{H7243} part of an hin{H1969} of oil{H8081}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Exodus 29:40
- And with the one lamb a tenth deal of flour mingled with the fourth part of an hin of beaten oil; and the fourth part of an hin of wine [for] a drink offering.
Leviticus 23:13
- And the meat offering thereof [shall be] two tenth deals of fine flour mingled with oil, an offering made by fire unto the LORD [for] a sweet savour: and the drink offering thereof [shall be] of wine, the fourth [part] of an hin.
Leviticus 2:1
- ¶ And when any will offer a meat offering unto the LORD, his offering shall be [of] fine flour; and he shall pour oil upon it, and put frankincense thereon:
Leviticus 6:14
- ¶ And this [is] the law of the meat offering: the sons of Aaron shall offer it before the LORD, before the altar.
Numbers 28:5
- And a tenth [part] of an ephah of flour for a meat offering, mingled with the fourth [part] of an hin of beaten oil.
Numbers 28:8
- And the other lamb shalt thou offer at even: as the meat offering of the morning, and as the drink offering thereof, thou shalt offer [it], a sacrifice made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.
Leviticus 14:10
- ¶ And on the eighth day he shall take two he lambs without blemish, and one ewe lamb of the first year without blemish, and three tenth deals of fine flour [for] a meat offering, mingled with oil, and one log of oil.
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Commentary for Numbers 15:4
Numbers 15:4 is a part of the Pentateuch, the first five books of the Bible traditionally attributed to Moses, which includes the book of Numbers. This verse falls within a section of legal and ritual instructions given to the Israelites during their time in the wilderness, after their exodus from Egypt and before their entry into the Promised Land.
The specific context of Numbers 15:4 is a set of guidelines for grain offerings (meat offerings in the King James Version refers to grain offerings, not animal flesh). The verse prescribes that when an individual brings a grain offering to the Lord, it should consist of fine flour mixed with a quarter of a hin of oil. This offering is a tenth of an ephah, which is a unit of measure for dry ingredients, indicating a specific, standardized amount for the offering.
The themes present in this verse include worship, obedience, and the detailed regulations that governed Israelite religious practice. The precise measurements for the offerings underscore the importance of following divine instructions exactly, reflecting a broader biblical principle that worship must be conducted according to God's will. The grain offering itself symbolizes the fruits of one's labor being given back to God in recognition of His provision and as an act of devotion.
In the historical context, these offerings would have been part of the daily life and worship of the Israelites, serving to maintain their relationship with God and to express gratitude and dependence on Him. The instructions for offerings also served to unify the community by standardizing religious practice and ensuring that worship was not left to individual whims but was regulated by divine command.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- 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: H7133
There are 78 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קׇרְבָּן
Transliteration: qorbân
Pronunciation: kor-bawn'
Description: or קֻרְבָּן; from קָרַב; something brought near the altar, i.e. a sacrificial present; oblation, that is offered, offering. - 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. - Strong's Number: H4503
There are 194 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מִנְחָה
Transliteration: minchâh
Pronunciation: min-khaw'
Description: from an unused root meaning to apportion, i.e. bestow; a donation; euphemistically, tribute; specifically a sacrificial offering (usually bloodless and voluntary); gift, oblation, (meat) offering, present, sacrifice. - Strong's Number: H6241
There are 22 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עִשָּׂרוֹן
Transliteration: ʻissârôwn
Pronunciation: is-saw-rone'
Description: or עִשָּׂרֹן; from עֶשֶׂר; (fractional) a tenth part; tenth deal. - Strong's Number: H5560
There are 52 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: סֹלֶת
Transliteration: çôleth
Pronunciation: so'-leth
Description: from an unused root meaning to strip; flour (as chipped off); (fine) flour, meal. - Strong's Number: H1101
There are 42 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בָּלַל
Transliteration: bâlal
Pronunciation: baw-lal'
Description: a primitive root; (also denominatively from בְּלִיל) to fodder; to overflow (specifically with oil.); by implication, to mix; to fodder; anoint, confound, [idiom] fade, mingle, mix (self), give provender, temper. - Strong's Number: H7243
There are 54 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רְבִיעִי
Transliteration: rᵉbîyʻîy
Pronunciation: reb-ee-ee'
Description: or רְבִעִי; from רָבַע; fourth; also (fractionally) a fourth; foursquare, fourth (part). - Strong's Number: H1969
There are 19 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: הִין
Transliteration: hîyn
Pronunciation: heen
Description: probably of Egyptian origin; a hin or liquid measure; hin. - Strong's Number: H8081
There are 176 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שֶׁמֶן
Transliteration: shemen
Pronunciation: sheh'-men
Description: from שָׁמַן; grease, especially liquid (as from the olive, often perfumed); figuratively, richness; anointing, [idiom] fat (things), [idiom] fruitful, oil(-ed), ointment, olive, [phrase] pine.