Numbers 29:33
And their meat offering and their drink offerings for the bullocks, for the rams, and for the lambs, [shall be] according to their number, after the manner:
And their meat offering {H4503} and their drink offerings {H5262} for the bullocks {H6499}, for the rams {H352}, and for the lambs {H3532}, shall be according to their number {H4557}, after the manner {H4941}:
with the grain and drink offerings for the bulls, rams and lambs, according to their number, in keeping with the rule;
along with the grain and drink offerings for the bulls, rams, and lambs, according to the number prescribed.
and their meal-offering and their drink-offerings for the bullocks, for the rams, and for the lambs, according to their number, after the ordinance;
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Commentary
Context of Numbers 29:33
Numbers 29:33 is part of a detailed section outlining the specific sacrifices and offerings required for the various feasts of the Lord, particularly the Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot). This verse specifically refers to the seventh day of this significant seven-day festival, which culminated the annual cycle of feasts. The entire chapter emphasizes the meticulous nature of Israelite worship and the precise instructions God gave concerning the Tabernacle services in the wilderness. Each day of the Feast of Tabernacles had a unique set of burnt offerings, and accompanying them were the "meat offerings" (grain offerings) and "drink offerings," the quantities of which were strictly prescribed. This adherence to divine instruction underscored the covenant relationship between God and His people, demonstrating obedience and reverence in their approach to Him. For a broader understanding of these types of offerings, see the general laws concerning them in Numbers 15:1-10.
Understanding the Offerings
These supplementary offerings for the bullocks, rams, and lambs were not arbitrary but were specified "according to their number, after the manner" (or "ordinance"), highlighting the divine requirement for precise adherence to God's commands regarding the sacrificial system. This detailed instruction ensured that every aspect of worship was conducted in a way that pleased God and maintained the holiness of the sanctuary.
Key Themes and Significance
Practical Application
For believers today, Numbers 29:33, though dealing with ancient rituals, offers valuable lessons:
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