Numbers 28:30

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

[And] one kid of the goats, to make an atonement for you.

Complete Jewish Bible:

plus a male goat to make atonement for you.

Berean Standard Bible:

Include one male goat to make atonement for you.

American Standard Version:

one he-goat, to make atonement for you.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And one{H259} kid{H8163} of the goats{H5795}, to make an atonement{H3722} for you.

Cross-References (KJV):

Numbers 28:22

  • And one goat [for] a sin offering, to make an atonement for you.

Numbers 28:15

  • And one kid of the goats for a sin offering unto the LORD shall be offered, beside the continual burnt offering, and his drink offering.

1 Peter 3:18

  • ¶ For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh, but quickened by the Spirit:

2 Corinthians 5:21

  • For he hath made him [to be] sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.

1 Peter 2:24

  • Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.

Numbers 15:24

  • Then it shall be, if [ought] be committed by ignorance without the knowledge of the congregation, that all the congregation shall offer one young bullock for a burnt offering, for a sweet savour unto the LORD, with his meat offering, and his drink offering, according to the manner, and one kid of the goats for a sin offering.

Galatians 3:13

  • Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed [is] every one that hangeth on a tree:

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Commentary for Numbers 28:30

**Numbers 28:30 Summary:**

**Themes:**
- Atonement and Sacrifice: The verse emphasizes the necessity of offering sacrifices to atone for the sins of the people, a central theme in the priestly regulations of the Pentateuch.
- Religious Observance: It underscores the importance of following the detailed instructions for worship and maintaining a right relationship with God.
- Covenant Relationship: The requirement for sacrifice reflects the covenantal bond between God and Israel, where obedience and atonement are key components.

**Historical Context:**
- The book of Numbers is set during the Israelites' wilderness wanderings after the Exodus from Egypt and before their entry into the Promised Land.
- This verse is part of a larger section (Numbers 28-29) detailing the daily, monthly, and festival offerings that the Israelites were commanded to observe.
- The instructions were given to Moses by God on Mount Sinai, providing a framework for the religious life of the nation.
- The sacrifices were to be administered by the priests, who played a crucial role in mediating between God and the people.

In essence, Numbers 28:30 reflects the intricate system of worship and atonement that was foundational to ancient Israelite religion, highlighting the requirement for regular sacrifices to maintain the people's covenant relationship with God.

*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model

Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

  1. Strong's Number: H259
    There are 801 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: אֶחָד
    Transliteration: ʼechâd
    Pronunciation: ekh-awd'
    Description: a numeral from אָחַד; properly, united, i.e. one; or (as an ordinal) first; a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together,
  2. Strong's Number: H8163
    There are 57 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: שָׂעִיר
    Transliteration: sâʻîyr
    Pronunciation: saw-eer'
    Description: or שָׂעִר; from שָׂעַר; shaggy; as noun, a he-goat; by analogy, a faun; devil, goat, hairy, kid, rough, satyr.
  3. Strong's Number: H5795
    There are 74 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: עֵז
    Transliteration: ʻêz
    Pronunciation: aze
    Description: from עָזַז; a she-goat (as strong), but masculine in plural (which also is used elliptically for goat's hair); (she) goat, kid.
  4. Strong's Number: H3722
    There are 94 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: כָּפַר
    Transliteration: kâphar
    Pronunciation: kaw-far'
    Description: a primitive root; to cover (specifically with bitumen); figuratively, to expiate or condone, to placate or cancel; appease, make (an atonement, cleanse, disannul, forgive, be merciful, pacify, pardon, purge (away), put off, (make) reconcile(-liation).