Numbers 15:6
New International Version
“’With a ram prepare a grain offering of two-tenths of an ephah of the finest flour mixed with a third of a hin of olive oil,

New Living Translation
“If the sacrifice is a ram, give a grain offering of four quarts of choice flour mixed with a third of a gallon of olive oil,

English Standard Version
Or for a ram, you shall offer for a grain offering two tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a third of a hin of oil.

Berean Standard Bible
With a ram you are to prepare a grain offering of two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a third of a hin of olive oil,

King James Bible
Or for a ram, thou shalt prepare for a meat offering two tenth deals of flour mingled with the third part of an hin of oil.

New King James Version
Or for a ram you shall prepare as a grain offering two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with one-third of a hin of oil;

New American Standard Bible
Or for a ram you shall prepare as a grain offering two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a third of a hin of oil;

NASB 1995
Or for a ram you shall prepare as a grain offering two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with one-third of a hin of oil;

NASB 1977
‘Or for a ram you shall prepare as a grain offering two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with one-third of a hin of oil;

Legacy Standard Bible
Or for a ram you shall prepare as a grain offering two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with one-third of a hin of oil;

Amplified Bible
Or for a ram you shall prepare as a grain offering two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a third of a hin of oil.

Christian Standard Bible
“If you prepare a grain offering with a ram, it is to be four quarts of fine flour mixed with a third of a gallon of oil.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
If you prepare a grain offering with a ram, it must be four quarts of fine flour mixed with a third of a gallon of oil.

American Standard Version
Or for a ram, thou shalt prepare for a meal-offering two tenth parts of an ephah of fine flour mingled with the third part of a hin of oil:

English Revised Version
Or for a ram, thou shalt prepare for a meal offering two tenth parts of an ephah of fine flour mingled with the third part of an hin of oil:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"With a ram, give a grain offering of 16 cups of flour mixed with 11/4 quarts of oil

Good News Translation
When a ram is offered, 4 pounds of flour mixed with 3 pints of olive oil are to be presented as a grain offering,

International Standard Version
"For a ram, prepare a grain offering consisting of two tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with one third of a hin of olive oil.

Majority Standard Bible
With a ram you are to prepare a grain offering of two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a third of a hin of olive oil,

NET Bible
Or for a ram, you must prepare as a grain offering two-tenths of an ephah of finely ground flour mixed with one-third of a hin of olive oil,

New Heart English Bible
"'Or for a ram, you shall prepare for a meal offering two tenth parts of an ephah of fine flour mixed with the third part of a hin of oil:

Webster's Bible Translation
Or for a ram, thou shalt prepare for a meat-offering two tenth parts of flour mingled with the third part of a hin of oil.

World English Bible
“‘For a ram, you shall prepare for a meal offering two tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with the third part of a hin of oil;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
or for a ram you prepare a present of two-tenth parts of flour mixed with a third of the hin of oil;

Young's Literal Translation
or for a ram thou dost prepare a present of flour, two-tenth deals, mixed with oil, a third of the hin;

Smith's Literal Translation
Or to the ram thou shalt do a gift of fine flour, two tenths mingled with oil, the third of the hin.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And for every ram there shall be a sacrifice of hour of two tenths, which shall be tempered with the third part of a hin of oil:

Catholic Public Domain Version
With each lamb and each ram, there shall be a sacrifice of fine wheat flour, of two tenths, which shall be sprinkled with one third part of a hin of oil.

New American Bible
Alternatively for a ram you shall make a grain offering of two tenths of a measure of bran flour mixed with a third of a hin of oil,

New Revised Standard Version
For a ram, you shall offer a grain offering, two-tenths of an ephah of choice flour mixed with one-third of a hin of oil;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Or for a ram, you shall prepare for a meal offering two tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a third part of a hin of oil.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Or for one ram make an offering of fine flour: two tenths mixed with a third of a hin of oil.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Or for a ram, thou shalt prepare for a meal-offering two tenth parts of an ephah of fine flour mingled with the third part of a hin of oil;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And for a ram, when ye offer it as a whole-burnt-offering or as a sacrifice, thou shalt prepare as a meat-offering two tenths of fine flour mingled with oil, the third part of a hin.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Laws about Offerings
5With the burnt offering or sacrifice of each lamb, you are to prepare a quarter hin of wine as a drink offering. 6 With a ram you are to prepare a grain offering of two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with a third of a hin of olive oil, 7and a third of a hin of wine as a drink offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD.…

Cross References
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 2:14-16
If you bring a grain offering of firstfruits to the LORD, you shall offer crushed heads of new grain roasted on the fire. / And you are to put oil and frankincense on it; it is a grain offering. / The priest shall then burn the memorial portion of the crushed grain and the oil, together with all its frankincense, as a food offering 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 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 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 7:11-13
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. / Along with his peace offering of thanksgiving he is to present an offering with cakes of leavened bread.

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 14:21
If, however, the person is poor and cannot afford these offerings, he is to take one male lamb as a guilt offering to be waved to make atonement for him, along with a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with olive oil for a grain offering, a log of olive oil,

Leviticus 14:31
one as a sin offering and the other as a burnt offering, together with the grain offering. In this way the priest will make atonement before the LORD for the one to be cleansed.

Leviticus 23:37
These are the LORD’s appointed feasts, which you are to proclaim as sacred assemblies for presenting food offerings to the LORD—burnt offerings and grain offerings, sacrifices and drink offerings, each on its designated day.

Leviticus 24:5-9
You are also to take fine flour and bake twelve loaves, using two-tenths of an ephah for each loaf, / and set them in two rows—six per row—on the table of pure gold before the LORD. / And you are to place pure frankincense near each row, so that it may serve as a memorial portion for the bread, a food offering to the LORD. ...

1 Chronicles 21:23
Ornan said to David, “Take it! May my lord the king do whatever seems good to him. Look, I will give the oxen for the burnt offerings, the threshing sledges for the wood, and the wheat for the grain offering—I will give it all.”

2 Chronicles 29:35
Furthermore, the burnt offerings were abundant, along with the fat of the peace offerings and the drink offerings for the burnt offerings. So the service of the house of the LORD was established.


Treasury of Scripture

Or for a ram, you shall prepare for a meat offering two tenth deals of flour mingled with the third part of an hin of oil.

Numbers 15:4
Then shall he that offereth his offering unto the LORD bring a meat offering of a tenth deal of flour mingled with the fourth part of an hin of oil.

Numbers 28:12-14
And three tenth deals of flour for a meat offering, mingled with oil, for one bullock; and two tenth deals of flour for a meat offering, mingled with oil, for one ram; …

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Numbers 15
1. The law of the meat offering, and the drink offering
14. 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














With a ram
The ram, in Hebrew "אַיִל" (ayil), is often associated with strength and leadership. In the sacrificial system, the ram symbolizes a more significant offering than a lamb, indicating a deeper level of commitment or atonement. Historically, rams were valuable animals, and their use in offerings underscores the importance of the sacrifice being made. The ram's significance is also seen in the account of Abraham and Isaac, where a ram is provided as a substitute sacrifice (Genesis 22:13), foreshadowing Christ's ultimate sacrifice.

you are to prepare
The Hebrew verb "עָשָׂה" (asah) means to make or do, indicating an active participation in the preparation of the offering. This preparation is not merely a ritualistic act but a deliberate and thoughtful process. It reflects the heart's intention and the worshiper's dedication to God. The act of preparation signifies readiness and willingness to obey God's commandments, emphasizing the importance of approaching God with a prepared heart.

a grain offering
The grain offering, or "מִנְחָה" (minchah) in Hebrew, represents a gift or tribute to God. It is an offering of the fruits of one's labor, symbolizing gratitude and acknowledgment of God's provision. The grain offering is non-bloody, highlighting the aspect of thanksgiving and dedication rather than atonement. It serves as a reminder that all sustenance and prosperity come from the Lord, and it is a way to honor Him with the firstfruits of one's harvest.

of two-tenths of an ephah
An ephah is a unit of measure used in ancient Israel, roughly equivalent to 22 liters or about 5.8 gallons. Two-tenths of an ephah would be a significant amount, indicating the offering's substantial nature. This measurement reflects the principle of giving generously and sacrificially to God. It also points to the structured and orderly nature of worship in the Israelite community, where specific guidelines were given to ensure that offerings were made appropriately.

of fine flour
The term "סֹלֶת" (solet) refers to finely ground flour, which was considered a luxury item in ancient times. Offering fine flour signifies giving God the best of what one has, not the leftovers or inferior quality. This act of offering the finest flour is a demonstration of reverence and honor towards God, acknowledging His worthiness to receive the best from His people.

mixed with a third of a hin of oil
A hin is another ancient measure, approximately 3.7 liters or about 1 gallon. Oil, often olive oil, was a valuable commodity in biblical times, used for cooking, lighting, and anointing. Mixing oil with the grain offering symbolizes the Holy Spirit's presence and the anointing of God. It also represents joy and gladness, as oil was used in celebrations and anointing ceremonies. The specific measurement indicates precision and care in worship, ensuring that offerings are made according to God's instructions.

Verse 6. - Or for a ram. The meat and drink offerings were to be proportionate in amount to the size of the victim.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
With a ram
לָאַ֙יִל֙ (lā·’a·yil)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 352: Strength, strong, a chief, a ram, a pilaster, an oak, strong tree

you are to prepare
תַּעֲשֶׂ֣ה (ta·‘ă·śeh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

a grain offering
מִנְחָ֔ה (min·ḥāh)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 4503: A donation, tribute, a sacrificial offering

of two-tenths [of an ephah]
שְׁנֵ֣י (šə·nê)
Number - mdc
Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number)

of fine flour
סֹ֖לֶת (sō·leṯ)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5560: Fine flour

mixed
בְּלוּלָ֥ה (bə·lū·lāh)
Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - feminine singular
Strong's 1101: To mingle, mix, confuse, confound

with a third
שְׁלִשִׁ֥ית (šə·li·šîṯ)
Number - ordinal feminine singular construct
Strong's 7992: Third, feminine a, third, a third, a third-story cell)

of a hin
הַהִֽין׃ (ha·hîn)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1969: A hin (a liquid measure)

of oil,
בַשֶּׁ֖מֶן (ḇaš·še·men)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness


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