Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Also one sheep is to be taken from every flock of two hundred from the well-watered pastures of Israel. These will be used for the grain offerings, burnt offerings and fellowship offerings to make atonement for the people, declares the Sovereign LORD. New Living Translation and one sheep or goat for every 200 in your flocks in Israel. These will be the grain offerings, burnt offerings, and peace offerings that will make atonement for the people who bring them, says the Sovereign LORD. English Standard Version And one sheep from every flock of two hundred, from the watering places of Israel for grain offering, burnt offering, and peace offerings, to make atonement for them, declares the Lord GOD. Berean Standard Bible And one sheep shall be given from each flock of two hundred from the well-watered pastures of Israel. These are for the grain offerings, burnt offerings, and peace offerings, to make atonement for the people, declares the Lord GOD. Berean Literal Bible and will be one lamb from the flock, from two hundred, from the watering places of Israel, for each grain offering, and burnt offering, and peace offering, to make atonement upon them, a declaration of the Lord YHWH. King James Bible And one lamb out of the flock, out of two hundred, out of the fat pastures of Israel; for a meat offering, and for a burnt offering, and for peace offerings, to make reconciliation for them, saith the Lord GOD. New King James Version And one lamb shall be given from a flock of two hundred, from the rich pastures of Israel. These shall be for grain offerings, burnt offerings, and peace offerings, to make atonement for them,” says the Lord GOD. New American Standard Bible and one sheep from each flock of two hundred from the watering places of Israel—for a grain offering, for a burnt offering, and for peace offerings, to make atonement for them,” declares the Lord GOD. NASB 1995 and one sheep from each flock of two hundred from the watering places of Israel— for a grain offering, for a burnt offering and for peace offerings, to make atonement for them,” declares the Lord GOD. NASB 1977 and one sheep from each flock of two hundred from the watering places of Israel—for a grain offering, for a burnt offering, and for peace offerings, to make atonement for them,” declares the Lord GOD. Legacy Standard Bible and one sheep from each flock of two hundred from the watering places of Israel—for a grain offering, for a burnt offering, and for peace offerings, to make atonement for them,” declares Lord Yahweh. Amplified Bible and [you shall offer] one sheep out of every flock of two hundred from the watering places of Israel—for a grain offering, for a burnt offering, and for peace offerings to make atonement for [those who brought] them,” says the Lord GOD. Berean Annotated Bible And one sheep shall be given from each flock of two hundred from the well-watered pastures of Israel (he wrestles with God). These are for the grain offerings, burnt offerings, and peace offerings, to make atonement for the people, declares the Lord GOD {Adonai YHWH}. Christian Standard Bible And the quota from the flock is one animal out of every two hundred from the well-watered pastures of Israel. These are for the grain offerings, burnt offerings, and fellowship offerings, to make atonement for the people.” This is the declaration of the Lord GOD. Holman Christian Standard Bible And the quota from the flock is one animal out of every 200 from the well-watered pastures of Israel. These are for the grain offerings, burnt offerings, and fellowship offerings, to make atonement for the people.” This is the declaration of the Lord GOD.” American Standard Version and one lamb of the flock, out of two hundred, from the well-watered pastures of Israel;— for a meal-offering, and for a burnt-offering, and for peace-offerings, to make atonement for them, saith the Lord Jehovah. Contemporary English Version Finally, they must bring one sheep out of every 200 from their flocks. These offerings will be used as grain sacrifices, as well as sacrifices to please me and those to ask my blessing. I, the LORD, will be pleased with these sacrifices and will forgive the sins of my people. English Revised Version and one lamb of the flock, out of two hundred, from the fat pastures of Israel; for a meal offering, and for a burnt offering, and for peace offerings, to make atonement for them, saith the Lord GOD. GOD'S WORD® Translation You must take one sheep out of every 200 from the well-watered pastures of Israel. You must sacrifice them with grain offerings, burnt offerings, and fellowship offerings to make peace with the LORD, declares the Almighty LORD. International Standard Version The sheep quota is to be one from each flock of 200 taken from the pastures of Israel. From all of these you are to present grain offerings, burnt offerings, and peace offerings, to make atonement for them," declares the Lord GOD. NET Bible and one sheep from each flock of two hundred, from the watered places of Israel, for a grain offering, burnt offering, and peace offering, to make atonement for them, declares the sovereign LORD. New Heart English Bible and one lamb of the flock, out of two hundred, from the well-watered pastures of Israel--for a meal offering, and for a burnt offering, and for peace offerings, to make atonement for them, says the Lord GOD. Webster's Bible Translation And one lamb out of the flock, out of two hundred, out of the fat pastures of Israel; for a meat-offering, and for a burnt-offering, and for peace-offerings, to make reconciliation for them, saith the Lord GOD. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAnd one sheep shall be given from each flock of two hundred from the well-watered pastures of Israel. These are for the grain offerings, burnt offerings, and peace offerings, to make atonement for the people, declares the Lord GOD. World English Bible and one lamb of the flock out of two hundred, from the well-watered pastures of Israel—for a meal offering, for a burnt offering, and for peace offerings, to make atonement for them,” says the Lord Yahweh. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand one lamb out of the flock, out of two hundred, out of the watered country of Israel, for a present, and for a burnt-offering, and for peace-offerings, to make atonement by them—a declaration of Lord YHWH. Berean Literal Bible and will be one lamb from the flock, from two hundred, from the watering places of Israel, for each grain offering, and burnt offering, and peace offering, to make atonement upon them, a declaration of the Lord YHWH. Young's Literal Translation and one lamb out of the flock, out of two hundred, out of the watered country of Israel, for a present, and for a burnt-offering, and for peace-offerings, to make atonement by them -- an affirmation of the Lord Jehovah. Smith's Literal Translation And one sheep from the flock out of two hundred, out of the well watered region of Israel, for a gift and for the burnt-offering, and for the peace to expiate for them, says the Lord Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd one ram out of a flock of two hundred, of those that Israel feedeth for sacrifice, and for holocausts, and for peace offerings, to make atonement for them, saith the Lord God. Catholic Public Domain Version And take one ram from each flock of two hundred, out of those that Israel tends for sacrifice and holocausts and peace offerings, in order to make an expiation for them, says the Lord God. New American Bible Also, one sheep from the flock for every two hundred from the pasture land of Israel, for the grain offering, the burnt offering, and communion offerings, to make atonement on their behalf—oracle of the Lord GOD. New Revised Standard Version and one sheep from every flock of two hundred, from the pastures of Israel. This is the offering for grain offerings, burnt offerings, and offerings of well-being, to make atonement for them, says the Lord GOD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd one ewe out of every two hundred sheep of the flocks of Israel for the meal offering and for the burnt offering and for the peace offering, that I may cleanse them, says the LORD God. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And one ewe of every two hundred sheep of Israel for the meal offering, and for the offering, and for the burning peace offering that will purify them, says THE LORD OF LORDS OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and one lamb of the flock, out of two hundred, from the well-watered pastures of Israel; for a meal-offering, and for a burnt-offering, and for peace-offerings, to make atonement for them, saith the Lord GOD. Brenton Septuagint Translation And one sheep from the flock out of ten, as an oblation from all the tribes of Israel, for sacrifices, and for whole-burnt-offerings, and for peace-offerings, to make atonement for you, saith the Lord God. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Offerings and Feasts…14The prescribed portion of oil, measured by the bath, is a tenth of a bath from each cor (a cor consists of ten baths or one homer, since ten baths are equivalent to a homer). 15And one sheep shall be given from each flock of two hundred from the well-watered pastures of Israel. These are for the grain offerings, burnt offerings, and peace offerings, to make atonement for the people, declares the Lord GOD. 16All the people of the land must participate in this contribution for the prince in Israel.… Cross References And one sheep shall be given from each flock of two hundred Leviticus 27:32 Every tenth animal from the herd or flock that passes under the shepherd’s rod will be holy to the LORD. 2 Chronicles 31:6 And the Israelites and Judahites who lived in the cities of Judah also brought a tithe of their herds and flocks and a tithe of the holy things consecrated to the LORD their God, and they laid them in large heaps. from the well-watered pastures of Israel. Ezekiel 34:14 I will feed them in good pasture, and the lofty mountains of Israel will be their grazing land. There they will lie down in a good grazing land; they will feed in rich pasture on the mountains of Israel. Psalm 23:2 He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. Isaiah 30:23 Then He will send rain for the seed that you have sown in the ground, and the food that comes from your land will be rich and plentiful. On that day your cattle will graze in open pastures. These are for the grain offerings, burnt offerings, and peace offerings, Leviticus 2:1 “When anyone brings a grain offering to the LORD, his offering must consist of fine flour. He is to pour olive oil on it, put frankincense on it, Leviticus 1:3 If his offering is a burnt offering from the herd, he is to present an unblemished male. He must bring it to the entrance to the Tent of Meeting for its acceptance before the LORD. Leviticus 3:1 “If one’s offering is a peace offering and he offers an animal from the herd, whether male or female, he must present it without blemish before the LORD. to make atonement for the people, Numbers 15:25 The priest is to make atonement for the whole congregation of Israel, so that they may be forgiven; for the sin was unintentional and they have brought to the LORD a food offering and a sin offering, presented before the LORD for their unintentional sin. Numbers 8:19 And I have given the Levites as a gift to Aaron and his sons from among the Israelites, to perform the service for the Israelites at the Tent of Meeting and to make atonement on their behalf, so that no plague will come against the Israelites when they approach the sanctuary.” Leviticus 16:30 because on this day atonement will be made for you to cleanse you, and you will be clean from all your sins before the LORD. declares the Lord GOD. Ezekiel 5:11 Therefore as surely as I live, declares the Lord GOD, because you have defiled My sanctuary with all your detestable idols and abominations, I Myself will withdraw My favor; I will not look upon you with pity, nor will I spare you. Ezekiel 14:11 in order that the house of Israel may no longer stray from Me and no longer defile themselves with all their transgressions. Then they will be My people and I will be their God, declares the Lord GOD.’” Ezekiel 36:23 I will show the holiness of My great name, which has been profaned among the nations—the name you have profaned among them. Then the nations will know that I am the LORD, declares the Lord GOD, when I show My holiness in you before their eyes. Numbers 18:12-13 I give you all the freshest olive oil and all the finest new wine and grain that the Israelites give to the LORD as their firstfruits. / The firstfruits of everything in their land that they bring to the LORD will belong to you. Every ceremonially clean person in your household may eat them. Deuteronomy 14:22-23 You must be sure to set aside a tenth of all the produce brought forth each year from your fields. / And you are to eat a tenth of your grain, new wine, and oil, and the firstborn of your herds and flocks, in the presence of the LORD your God at the place He will choose as a dwelling for His Name, so that you may learn to fear the LORD your God always. Treasury of Scripture And one lamb out of the flock, out of two hundred, out of the fat pastures of Israel; for a meat offering, and for a burnt offering, and for peace offerings, to make reconciliation for them, said the Lord GOD. lamb. Proverbs 3:9,10 Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase: … Malachi 1:8,14 And if ye offer the blind for sacrifice, is it not evil? and if ye offer the lame and sick, is it not evil? offer it now unto thy governor; will he be pleased with thee, or accept thy person? saith the LORD of hosts… peace offerings. Ezekiel 45:17 And it shall be the prince's part to give burnt offerings, and meat offerings, and drink offerings, in the feasts, and in the new moons, and in the sabbaths, in all solemnities of the house of Israel: he shall prepare the sin offering, and the meat offering, and the burnt offering, and the peace offerings, to make reconciliation for the house of Israel. to make Leviticus 1:4 And he shall put his hand upon the head of the burnt offering; and it shall be accepted for him to make atonement for him. Leviticus 6:30 And no sin offering, whereof any of the blood is brought into the tabernacle of the congregation to reconcile withal in the holy place, shall be eaten: it shall be burnt in the fire. Daniel 9:24 Seventy weeks are determined upon thy people and upon thy holy city, to finish the transgression, and to make an end of sins, and to make reconciliation for iniquity, and to bring in everlasting righteousness, and to seal up the vision and prophecy, and to anoint the most Holy. Jump to Previous Atonement Burnt Declares Families Fat Fellowship Flock Grain Hundred Israel Lamb Meal Meal-Offering Meat Meat-Offering Offering Offerings Pastures Peace Peace-Offerings Places Reconciliation Sheep Sovereign Used Watering Well-WateredJump to Next Atonement Burnt Declares Families Fat Fellowship Flock Grain Hundred Israel Lamb Meal Meal-Offering Meat Meat-Offering Offering Offerings Pastures Peace Peace-Offerings Places Reconciliation Sheep Sovereign Used Watering Well-WateredEzekiel 45 1. The portion of land for the sanctuary6. for the city 7. and for the prince 9. Ordinances for the prince And one sheep shall be given from each flock of two hundred This phrase indicates a specific requirement for offerings, highlighting the principle of proportional giving. The number "two hundred" suggests a manageable and fair expectation, ensuring that the burden of sacrifice is not too heavy on any individual. This reflects the broader biblical principle of stewardship and giving according to one's means, as seen in passages like 2 Corinthians 8:12. The sheep, a common sacrificial animal, symbolizes innocence and purity, prefiguring Christ as the Lamb of God (John 1:29). from the well-watered pastures of Israel These are for the grain offerings, burnt offerings, and peace offerings to make atonement for the people declares the Lord GOD Persons / Places / Events 1. EzekielA prophet during the Babylonian exile who conveyed God's messages to the Israelites, focusing on judgment and restoration. 2. Israel The nation chosen by God, often symbolizing His people, who are called to live in covenant relationship with Him. 3. Well-watered pastures Symbolic of God's provision and blessing, representing the abundance from which offerings are to be made. 4. Offerings (Grain, Burnt, Peace) Sacrificial practices in the Old Testament that symbolize worship, atonement, and fellowship with God. 5. Atonement The process of reconciling with God, often through sacrifice, to cover sin and restore relationship. Teaching Points Understanding SacrificeRecognize the significance of sacrificial offerings in the Old Testament as a means of atonement and worship. God's Provision Reflect on how God provides abundantly for His people, symbolized by the well-watered pastures. Atonement and Reconciliation Consider the importance of atonement in restoring our relationship with God, ultimately fulfilled in Christ. Living Sacrifices Apply the concept of offerings to our lives today by dedicating ourselves wholly to God as living sacrifices. Community Responsibility Acknowledge the communal aspect of offerings, where each member contributes to the spiritual well-being of the whole. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ezekiel 45:15?2. How does Ezekiel 45:15 emphasize the importance of offerings in worship today? 3. What does "one sheep out of every 200" symbolize in our spiritual sacrifices? 4. How can Ezekiel 45:15 guide our understanding of giving in the New Testament? 5. In what ways can we apply the principle of offerings in our church? 6. How does Ezekiel 45:15 connect to the concept of stewardship in Scripture? 7. What is the significance of the "one sheep" offering in Ezekiel 45:15? 8. How does Ezekiel 45:15 relate to the concept of atonement in Christianity? 9. Why is the specific measurement of offerings important in Ezekiel 45:15? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ezekiel 45? 11. If Ezekiel 45:15–17 envisions renewed animal sacrifices, how does this reconcile with New Testament teachings that Christ ended the need for sacrifice? 12. What does it mean to be God's sheep? 13. (Hebrews 13:20-21) How can this text's explanation of God's covenant through Jesus align with other biblical passages that present conflicting perspectives on atonement and redemption? 14. What defines the theological principles of Calvinism? What Does Ezekiel 45:15 Mean One sheep shall be givenGod sets aside “one sheep” as His own portion. This singular animal becomes a tangible reminder that everything we possess ultimately belongs to Him (Leviticus 27:30; Psalm 24:1). Just as Abel brought “the firstlings of his flock” (Genesis 4:4), the people are called to offer the choicest part first, not last. In the coming temple vision of Ezekiel 40–48, the Lord again emphasizes personal, individual dedication within a national framework. From each flock of two hundred The ratio—1 out of 200—shows God’s requirement is reasonable, attainable, and equitable. It prevents oppression while still impressing upon every herdsman that holiness costs something (Exodus 30:12–15; Deuteronomy 14:22). The small percentage also foreshadows the gracious proportion of Christ’s one sacrifice covering “the many” (Romans 5:15). From the well-watered pastures of Israel The sheep come from land the Lord Himself has refreshed: “I will feed them in a good pasture… beside the streams” (Ezekiel 34:14). Because the flock thrives under His care (Psalm 23:2), they can freely yield an offering. God never demands what He has not first supplied (2 Corinthians 9:10). For the grain, burnt, and peace offerings Three distinct sacrifices are supplied: • Grain offering—expressing gratitude and devotion (Leviticus 2:1-3). • Burnt offering—wholly consumed to symbolize complete surrender (Leviticus 1:3-9). • Peace offering—celebrating fellowship with God (Leviticus 3:1-5). Together they paint a full picture of worship: thanksgiving, consecration, and communion, all ultimately fulfilled in Christ, “an offering and a sacrifice to God for a fragrant aroma” (Ephesians 5:2). To make atonement for the people “Atonement” speaks of covering sin so restored fellowship becomes possible (Leviticus 17:11). In Ezekiel’s millennial context, these sacrifices will commemorate the once-for-all atonement achieved by Jesus (Hebrews 10:1-14). The blood of the sheep pointed forward; the blood of the Lamb of God paid in full (John 1:29; 1 Peter 3:18). Declares the Lord GOD The verse ends with divine authority. When the Sovereign LORD speaks, His word stands (Isaiah 55:11; Jeremiah 32:27). Obedience is not optional; it is the proper response to the One who redeemed Israel and, in Christ, has purchased us as well (1 Corinthians 6:20). Summary Ezekiel 45:15 orders each Israelite shepherd to surrender one sheep in two hundred from God-watered fields for grain, burnt, and peace offerings. The modest requirement underscores stewardship, trust, and equity. The sacrifices maintain covenant fellowship and foreshadow the perfect atonement Jesus accomplished. Ultimately, the verse calls God’s people—then and now—to honor Him with the first and best of what He has already provided, confident that His declared word is both gracious and binding. Hebrew Andמִן־ (min-) Preposition Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of one אַחַ֨ת (’a·ḥaṯ) Number - feminine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first sheep shall be given וְשֶׂה־ (wə·śeh-) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7716: A member of a, flock, a sheep, goat from [each] flock הַצֹּ֤אן (haṣ·ṣōn) Article | Noun - common singular Strong's 6629: Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock of מִן־ (min-) Preposition Strong's 4480: A part of, from, out of two hundred הַמָּאתַ֙יִם֙ (ham·mā·ṯa·yim) Article | Number - fd Strong's 3967: A hundred from the well-watered pastures מִמַּשְׁקֵ֣ה (mim·maš·qêh) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 4945: Causing to drink, a butler, drink, a well-watered region of Israel. יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc These are for the grain offerings, לְמִנְחָ֖ה (lə·min·ḥāh) Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4503: A donation, tribute, a sacrificial offering burnt offerings, וּלְעוֹלָ֣ה (ū·lə·‘ō·w·lāh) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5930: Whole burnt offering and peace offerings, וְלִשְׁלָמִ֑ים (wə·liš·lā·mîm) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 8002: A sacrifice for alliance or friendship, peace offering to make atonement לְכַפֵּ֣ר (lə·ḵap·pêr) Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct Strong's 3722: To cover, to expiate, condone, to placate, cancel for the people, עֲלֵיהֶ֔ם (‘ă·lê·hem) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against declares נְאֻ֖ם (nə·’um) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5002: An oracle the Lord אֲדֹנָ֥י (’ă·ḏō·nāy) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 136: The Lord GOD. יְהוִֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3069: YHWH Links Ezekiel 45:15 NIVEzekiel 45:15 NLT Ezekiel 45:15 ESV Ezekiel 45:15 NASB Ezekiel 45:15 KJV Ezekiel 45:15 BibleApps.com Ezekiel 45:15 Biblia Paralela Ezekiel 45:15 Chinese Bible Ezekiel 45:15 French Bible Ezekiel 45:15 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Ezekiel 45:15 And one lamb of the flock out (Ezek. 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