Numbers 28:10

[This is] the burnt offering of every sabbath, beside the continual burnt offering, and his drink offering.

This is the burnt offering {H5930} of every sabbath {H7676}, beside the continual {H8548} burnt offering {H5930}, and his drink offering {H5262}.

This is the burnt offering for every Shabbat, in addition to the regular burnt offering and its drink offering.

This is the burnt offering for every Sabbath, in addition to the regular burnt offering and its drink offering.

this is the burnt-offering of every sabbath, besides the continual burnt-offering, and the drink-offering thereof.

Commentary

Numbers 28:10 details a specific requirement under the Mosaic Law concerning the sacrifices to be offered on the Sabbath day. This verse specifies that a burnt offering is to be made every Sabbath, in addition to the daily "continual burnt offering" and its associated drink offering.

Context

This verse is part of a larger section in Numbers (chapters 28-29) that meticulously outlines the various offerings and sacrifices God commanded the Israelites to present at different times: daily, weekly, monthly, and during annual festivals. These detailed instructions were crucial for the proper worship within the Tabernacle, and later the Temple, ensuring that Israel maintained its covenant relationship with God through prescribed acts of devotion and atonement. The inclusion of a special Sabbath offering underscored the unique sanctity and importance of the Sabbath day within Israelite life, setting it apart as a holy time dedicated to the Lord.

Key Themes

  • The Sanctity of the Sabbath: The requirement for a specific offering on the Sabbath highlights its sacred status. The Sabbath was not merely a day of rest but a day for intensified worship and recognition of God's holiness and provision. This commandment reinforced the Fourth Commandment to remember and keep the Sabbath holy.
  • Regular and Prescribed Worship: God desired consistent and orderly worship from His people. The combination of the daily "continual burnt offering" (mentioned in Numbers 28:3) and the additional Sabbath offering emphasized the importance of both daily devotion and special recognition of sacred times.
  • Symbolism of the Offerings: The burnt offering (Hebrew: olah, "that which ascends") symbolized complete dedication and atonement, as the entire animal (except the hide) was consumed by fire. The drink offering (Hebrew: nesek), often of wine, accompanied the burnt offering as an act of devotion and communion. These rituals served as constant reminders of Israel's dependence on God and the need for purification.

Linguistic Insights

The term "burnt offering" translates the Hebrew word olah (ืขึนืœึธื”), which literally means "that which goes up" or "ascends," referring to the smoke rising to God, signifying a complete surrender and dedication. The phrase "continual burnt offering" uses the Hebrew word tamid (ืชึธึผืžึดื™ื“), emphasizing its regular, perpetual nature, performed morning and evening. The "drink offering" is nesek (ื ึถืกึถืšึฐ), typically an offering of wine poured out as an act of worship.

Practical Application

While the specific ritualistic sacrifices of the Old Covenant have been fulfilled in Christ, the principles behind Numbers 28:10 remain profoundly relevant. This verse reminds us of the importance of:

  1. Consistent Worship: Just as Israel had a "continual burnt offering," believers are called to daily devotion, prayer, and a lifestyle of worship (Romans 12:1).
  2. Sanctifying Special Times: The Sabbath offering teaches us to set aside dedicated time for God โ€“ whether a specific day, a portion of our week, or moments of focused reflection โ€“ to honor Him and deepen our relationship.
  3. Understanding Christ's Fulfillment: Ultimately, these Old Testament sacrifices pointed to the perfect and complete sacrifice of Jesus Christ, who offered Himself once for all (Hebrews 10:10). We no longer offer animal sacrifices, but we offer ourselves as living sacrifices, trusting in His atoning work.
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Cross-References

  • Ezekiel 46:4

    And the burnt offering that the prince shall offer unto the LORD in the sabbath day [shall be] six lambs without blemish, and a ram without blemish.

  • Ezekiel 46:5

    And the meat offering [shall be] an ephah for a ram, and the meat offering for the lambs as he shall be able to give, and an hin of oil to an ephah.

  • Numbers 29:25

    And one kid of the goats [for] a sin offering; beside the continual burnt offering, his meat offering, and his drink offering.

  • Numbers 28:3

    And thou shalt say unto them, This [is] the offering made by fire which ye shall offer unto the LORD; two lambs of the first year without spot day by day, [for] a continual burnt offering.

  • Numbers 29:34

    And one goat [for] a sin offering; beside the continual burnt offering, his meat offering, and his drink offering.

  • Numbers 29:31

    And one goat [for] a sin offering; beside the continual burnt offering, his meat offering, and his drink offering.

  • Numbers 29:16

    And one kid of the goats [for] a sin offering; beside the continual burnt offering, his meat offering, and his drink offering.
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