Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Each bull or ram, each lamb or young goat, is to be prepared in this manner. New Living Translation “Each sacrifice of a bull, ram, lamb, or young goat should be prepared in this way. English Standard Version “Thus it shall be done for each bull or ram, or for each lamb or young goat. Berean Standard Bible This is to be done for each bull, ram, lamb, or goat. Berean Literal Bible Thus it shall be done for one bull, or for one ram, or for a lamb of the sheep or young goat. King James Bible Thus shall it be done for one bullock, or for one ram, or for a lamb, or a kid. New King James Version ‘Thus it shall be done for each young bull, for each ram, or for each lamb or young goat. New American Standard Bible ‘This is how it shall be done for each ox, or for each ram, or for each of the male lambs, or of the goats. NASB 1995 ‘Thus it shall be done for each ox, or for each ram, or for each of the male lambs, or of the goats. NASB 1977 ‘Thus it shall be done for each ox, or for each ram, or for each of the male lambs, or of the goats. Legacy Standard Bible ‘Thus it shall be done for each ox, or for each ram, or for each of the male lambs, or of the goats. Amplified Bible ‘Thus shall it be done for each bull, or for each ram, or for each of the male lambs, or of the goats. Berean Annotated Bible This is to be done for each bull, ram, lamb, or goat. Christian Standard Bible This is to be done for each ox, ram, lamb, or goat. Holman Christian Standard Bible This is to be done for each ox, ram, lamb, or goat. American Standard Version Thus shall it be done for each bullock, or for each ram, or for each of the he-lambs, or of the kids. English Revised Version Thus shall it be done for each bullock, or for each ram, or for each of the he-lambs, or of the kids. GOD'S WORD® Translation Do this for each bull, each ram, and each sheep or goat. Good News Translation That is what shall be offered with each bull, ram, sheep, or goat. International Standard Version Do this for each bullock, ram, male lamb, or goat. NET Bible This is what is to be done for each ox, or each ram, or each of the male lambs or the goats. New Heart English Bible Thus shall it be done for each bull, or for each ram, or for each of the male lambs, or of the young goats. Webster's Bible Translation Thus shall it be done for one bullock, or for one ram, or for a lamb, or a kid. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThis is to be done for each bull, ram, lamb, or goat. World English Bible Thus it shall be done for each bull, for each ram, for each of the male lambs, or of the young goats. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionthus it is done for one ox, or for one ram, or for a lamb of the sheep or of the goats. Berean Literal Bible Thus it shall be done for one bull, or for one ram, or for a lamb of the sheep or young goat. Young's Literal Translation thus it is done for the one ox, or for the one ram, or for a lamb of the sheep or of the goats. Smith's Literal Translation Thus shall it be done to the one bullock or to the one ram, or to the sheep with the lambs, or with the goats. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThus shalt thou do Catholic Public Domain Version So shall you do New American Bible The same is to be done for each ox, ram, lamb or goat. New Revised Standard Version Thus it shall be done for each ox or ram, or for each of the male lambs or the kids. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThus shall you do for one bullock, or for one ram, or for a lamb, or a kid of the goats. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated In this way do for one ox and one ram or a lamb of sheep or of goats. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Thus shall it be done for each bullock, or for each ram, or for each of the he-lambs, or of the kids. Brenton Septuagint Translation Thus shalt thou do to one calf or to one ram, or to one lamb of the sheep or kid of the goats. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Laws about Offerings…10Also present half a hin of wine as a drink offering. It is an offering made by fire, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. 11This is to be done for each bull, ram, lamb, or goat. 12This is how you must prepare each one, no matter how many.… Cross References This is to be done Numbers 28:2-8 “Command the Israelites and say to them: See that you present to Me at its appointed time the food for My food offerings, as a pleasing aroma to Me. / And tell them that this is the food offering you are to present to the LORD as a regular burnt offering each day: two unblemished year-old male lambs. / Offer one lamb in the morning and the other at twilight, … Exodus 29:38-42 This is what you are to offer regularly on the altar, each day: two lambs that are a year old. / Offer one lamb in the morning and the other at twilight. / With the first lamb offer a tenth of an ephah of fine flour, mixed with a quarter hin of oil from pressed olives, and a drink offering of a quarter hin of wine. … Ezekiel 46:13-15 And you shall provide an unblemished year-old lamb as a daily burnt offering to the LORD; you are to offer it every morning. / You are also to provide with it every morning a grain offering of a sixth of an ephah with a third of a hin of oil to moisten the fine flour—a grain offering to the LORD. This is a permanent statute. / Thus they shall provide the lamb, the grain offering, and the oil every morning as a regular burnt offering.’ for each bull, ram, lamb, or goat. 2 Chronicles 29:21 They brought seven bulls, seven rams, seven lambs, and seven male goats as a sin offering for the kingdom, for the sanctuary, and for Judah. And the king commanded the priests, the descendants of Aaron, to offer them on the altar of the LORD. Ezra 8:35 Then the exiles who had returned from captivity sacrificed burnt offerings to the God of Israel: 12 bulls for all Israel, 96 rams, 77 lambs, and a sin offering of 12 male goats. All this was a burnt offering to the LORD. Ezekiel 45:23-24 Each day during the seven days of the feast, he shall provide seven bulls and seven rams without blemish as a burnt offering to the LORD, along with a male goat for a sin offering. / He shall also provide as a grain offering an ephah for each bull and an ephah for each ram, along with a hin of olive oil for each ephah of grain. Leviticus 23:13 along with its grain offering of two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil—a food offering to the LORD, a pleasing aroma—and its drink offering of a quarter hin of wine. Exodus 29:40 With the first lamb offer a tenth of an ephah of fine flour, mixed with a quarter hin of oil from pressed olives, and a drink offering of a quarter hin of wine. Leviticus 2:1-2 “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, / and bring it to Aaron’s sons the priests. The priest shall take a handful of the flour and oil, together with all the frankincense, and burn this as a memorial portion on the altar, a food offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. Leviticus 23:18 Along with the bread you are to present seven unblemished male lambs a year old, one young bull, and two rams. They will be a burnt offering to the LORD, together with their grain offerings and drink offerings—a food offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. Leviticus 1:10-13 If, however, one’s offering is a burnt offering from the flock—from the sheep or goats—he is to present an unblemished male. / He shall slaughter it on the north side of the altar before the LORD, and Aaron’s sons the priests are to splatter its blood against the altar on all sides. / He is to cut the animal into pieces, and the priest shall arrange them, including the head and fat, atop the burning wood that is on the altar. … Leviticus 6:14-18 Now this is the law of the grain offering: Aaron’s sons shall present it before the LORD in front of the altar. / The priest is to remove a handful of fine flour and olive oil, together with all the frankincense from the grain offering, and burn the memorial portion on the altar as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. / Aaron and his sons are to eat the remainder. It must be eaten without leaven in a holy place; they are to eat it in the courtyard of the Tent of Meeting. … Leviticus 7:11-12 Now this is the law of the peace offering that one may present to the LORD: / If he offers it in thanksgiving, then along with the sacrifice of thanksgiving he shall offer unleavened cakes mixed with olive oil, unleavened wafers coated with oil, and well-kneaded cakes of fine flour mixed with oil. Leviticus 9:17 Next he presented the grain offering, took a handful of it, and burned it on the altar in addition to the morning’s burnt offering. Leviticus 14:10 On the eighth day he is to bring two unblemished male lambs, an unblemished ewe lamb a year old, a grain offering of three-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with olive oil, and one log of olive oil. Leviticus 22:18-20 “Speak to Aaron and his sons and all the Israelites and tell them, ‘Any man of the house of Israel or any foreign resident who presents a gift for a burnt offering to the LORD, whether to fulfill a vow or as a freewill offering, / must offer an unblemished male from the cattle, sheep, or goats in order for it to be accepted on your behalf. / You must not present anything with a defect, because it will not be accepted on your behalf. Treasury of Scripture Thus shall it be done for one bullock, or for one ram, or for a lamb, or a kid. Numbers 15:28 And the priest shall make an atonement for the soul that sinneth ignorantly, when he sinneth by ignorance before the LORD, to make an atonement for him; and it shall be forgiven him. Jump to Previous Bull Bullock He-Lamb He-Lambs Kid Kids Prepared Ram Sheep YoungJump to Next Bull Bullock He-Lamb He-Lambs Kid Kids Prepared Ram Sheep YoungNumbers 15 1. The law of the meat offering, and the drink offering14. The stranger is under the same law 17. The law of the first of the dough 22. The sacrifice for sins of ignorance 30. The punishment of presumption 32. He who violated the Sabbath is stoned 37. The law of tassels This is to be done This phrase refers to the specific instructions given by God to the Israelites regarding offerings. It emphasizes the importance of following divine commands precisely. In the broader context of Numbers 15, God is providing detailed laws for offerings, which underscores His desire for order and holiness among His people. This reflects the broader biblical theme of obedience to God's law, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:1-3, where adherence to God's commands is linked to prosperity and blessing. for each bull, ram, lamb, or goat. Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites who received the laws and commandments from God to instruct the people. 2. Israelites The chosen people of God, who were given specific instructions on how to worship and offer sacrifices. 3. Wilderness The setting where the Israelites received these laws, as they journeyed from Egypt to the Promised Land. 4. Sacrifices The offerings commanded by God, which included bulls, rams, lambs, and goats, each with specific instructions. 5. Tabernacle The portable dwelling place for the divine presence, where sacrifices were made. Teaching Points Understanding the Sacrificial SystemThe sacrificial system was a means for the Israelites to maintain a relationship with God, acknowledging their sin and need for atonement. Symbolism of Sacrifices Each animal and offering had symbolic meanings, pointing to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Understanding these symbols enriches our appreciation of Christ's work. Obedience to God's Commands The detailed instructions for sacrifices emphasize the importance of obedience and reverence in worship. We are called to approach God with the same respect and adherence to His Word. Christ as the Fulfillment Jesus is the perfect and final sacrifice, fulfilling the requirements of the law. This understanding should deepen our faith and reliance on His grace. Living Sacrifices Today As believers, we are called to offer our lives as living sacrifices, serving God with our whole being and reflecting His holiness in our daily actions. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 15:11?2. How does Numbers 15:11 guide us in offering sacrifices to God today? 3. What does Numbers 15:11 reveal about God's expectations for worship consistency? 4. How does Numbers 15:11 connect with New Testament teachings on sacrifice? 5. In what ways can we apply the principles of Numbers 15:11 in daily life? 6. How does Numbers 15:11 emphasize the importance of obedience in our spiritual walk? 7. What is the significance of offerings in Numbers 15:11 for modern Christian worship practices? 8. How does Numbers 15:11 reflect God's expectations for obedience and sacrifice? 9. Why are specific offerings detailed in Numbers 15:11 important for understanding Old Testament rituals? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 15? 11. How could the Israelites realistically supply the large number of animals required for the consecutive sacrifices in Numbers 29? 12. Numbers 23:1-2: Is there any archaeological evidence supporting Balaam's elaborate sacrifices on seven altars with seven bulls and seven rams? 13. Numbers 15:24-29: If unintentional sins still require sacrifices, does this conflict with the notion of a merciful God who judges intent? 14. How do the repeated animal offerings in Numbers 29 align or conflict with the later prophetic criticism of sacrifices (e.g., Isaiah 1:11)? What Does Numbers 15:11 Mean This is to be doneNumbers 15:11 states, “This is to be done for each bull, ram, lamb, or goat.” The phrase “this is to be done” looks back to verses 4-10, where the Lord specified the grain and drink offerings that must accompany every animal sacrifice. • The instruction is precise—God is never vague about worship (compare Exodus 12:14 and Leviticus 23:37, where set portions and days are fixed). • It underscores that obedience is not negotiable; what God commands, His people perform exactly (see Numbers 15:40). • By giving clear measurements, the Lord protects Israel from both excess and neglect, echoing the balance found later in 1 Corinthians 14:40, “everything must be done in a fitting and orderly way.” For each The words “for each” highlight personal responsibility. • Every individual offering matters; no one can hide in the crowd (Exodus 30:15’s equal ransom illustrates the point). • God’s standard is consistent—whether rich or poor, leaders or common folk, the same pattern applies (Leviticus 24:22; Acts 10:34). • The phrase guards against favoritism and ensures a shared worship experience across the camp. Bull The bull was the costliest and largest animal. • Bulls often served in national or priestly sin offerings (Leviticus 4:14), signaling weighty atonement. • As a burnt offering in festal weeks (Leviticus 23:18), the bull pointed to wholehearted consecration. • Hebrews 9:13 reminds us that even such grand sacrifices were shadows; Christ’s blood surpasses them in cleansing power. Ram A ram carried meanings of commitment and restitution. • Rams accompanied ordination and fellowship offerings (Leviticus 8:22). • A “ram without blemish” paid for guilt in holy things (Leviticus 5:15), stressing that holiness always costs something. • Genesis 22:13 pictures a ram caught in the thicket—an early image of God providing a substitute when obedience meets faith. Lamb The lamb, smaller than a bull or ram, still carries enormous theological weight. • Exodus 12:5 required an unblemished year-old male for Passover, prefiguring redemption. • John 1:29 points directly to Jesus: “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” • Peter affirms we were redeemed “with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or spot” (1 Peter 1:19). Even the most modest animal could preach the gospel centuries in advance. Goat Goats generally represented sin offerings for ordinary Israelites. • On the Day of Atonement, the high priest sprinkled goat’s blood in the Most Holy Place (Leviticus 16:15). • Monthly offerings also featured a goat for atonement (Numbers 28:15), weaving regular repentance into Israel’s calendar. • Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 25:32 separates sheep from goats, reinforcing the biblical symbolism of goats with sin and judgment. summary Numbers 15:11 compresses a sweeping truth into one sentence. Whatever the animal—bull, ram, lamb, or goat—the same careful, God-given pattern applies. The verse teaches precision in worship, equal obligation for every offerer, and a rich tapestry of meaning in each sacrificial animal. Together they point ahead to the perfect sacrifice of Christ, who fulfills every type and satisfies every requirement once and for all. Hebrew Thisכָּ֣כָה (kā·ḵāh) Adverb Strong's 3602: Just so is to be done יֵעָשֶׂ֗ה (yê·‘ā·śeh) Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make for each הָֽאֶחָ֔ד (hā·’e·ḥāḏ) Article | Number - masculine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first bull, לַשּׁוֹר֙ (laš·šō·wr) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7794: A head of cattle (bullock, ox, etcetera) ram, לָאַ֣יִל (lā·’a·yil) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 352: Strength, strong, a chief, a ram, a pilaster, an oak, strong tree lamb, לַשֶּׂ֥ה (laś·śeh) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7716: A member of a, flock, a sheep, goat or א֖וֹ (’ōw) Conjunction Strong's 176: Desire, if goat. בָעִזִּֽים׃ (ḇā·‘iz·zîm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine plural Strong's 5795: Female goat Links Numbers 15:11 NIVNumbers 15:11 NLT Numbers 15:11 ESV Numbers 15:11 NASB Numbers 15:11 KJV Numbers 15:11 BibleApps.com Numbers 15:11 Biblia Paralela Numbers 15:11 Chinese Bible Numbers 15:11 French Bible Numbers 15:11 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 15:11 Thus shall it be done for each (Nu Num.) |



