Numbers 7:57
New International Version
one young bull, one ram and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering;

New Living Translation
He brought a young bull, a ram, and a one-year-old male lamb for a burnt offering,

English Standard Version
one bull from the herd, one ram, one male lamb a year old, for a burnt offering;

Berean Standard Bible
one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering;

King James Bible
One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering:

New King James Version
one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb in its first year, as a burnt offering;

New American Standard Bible
one bull, one ram, and one male lamb one year old, as a burnt offering;

NASB 1995
one bull, one ram, one male lamb one year old, for a burnt offering;

NASB 1977
one bull, one ram, one male lamb one year old, for a burnt offering;

Legacy Standard Bible
one bull from the herd, one ram, one male lamb one year old, for a burnt offering;

Amplified Bible
one young bull, one ram, one male lamb one year old, as a burnt offering;

Christian Standard Bible
one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old, for a burnt offering;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old, for a burnt offering;

American Standard Version
one young bullock, one ram, one he-lamb a year old, for a burnt-offering;

English Revised Version
one young bullock, one ram, one he-lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
a young bull, a ram, and a one-year-old male lamb as a burnt offering;

International Standard Version
one young bull, one ram, and a one year old male lamb for a burnt offering;

Majority Standard Bible
one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering;

NET Bible
one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb in its first year, for a burnt offering;

New Heart English Bible
one young bull, one ram, one male lamb a year old, for a burnt offering;

Webster's Bible Translation
One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt-offering:

World English Bible
one young bull, one ram, one male lamb a year old, for a burnt offering;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
one bullock, a son of the herd, one ram, one lamb, a son of a year, for a burnt-offering;

Young's Literal Translation
one bullock, a son of the herd, one ram, one lamb, a son of a year, for a burnt-offering;

Smith's Literal Translation
One bullock, son of a cow, one ram, one lamb, son of his year, for a burnt-offering:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
An ox of the herd, and a ram, and a lamb of a year old for a holocaust:

Catholic Public Domain Version
an ox from the herd, and a ram, and a one-year-old lamb as a holocaust,

New American Bible
one bull from the herd, one ram, and one yearling lamb for a burnt offering;

New Revised Standard Version
one young bull, one ram, one male lamb a year old, for a burnt offering;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And one ox, a son of a herd, and one ram and one lamb, a son of a year for a burnt offering.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
one young bullock, one ram, one he-lamb of the first year, for a burnt-offering;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
One calf of the herd, one ram, one he-lamb of a year old for a whole-burnt-offering,

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Offerings of Dedication
56one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense; 57one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering; 58one male goat for a sin offering;…

Cross References
Exodus 25:29
You are also to make the plates and dishes, as well as the pitchers and bowls for pouring drink offerings. Make them out of pure gold.

Exodus 37:16
He also made the utensils for the table out of pure gold: its plates and dishes, as well as its bowls and pitchers for pouring drink offerings.

Leviticus 2:4
Now if you bring an offering of grain baked in an oven, it must consist of fine flour, either unleavened cakes mixed with oil or unleavened wafers coated with oil.

Leviticus 7:12-13
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 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 9:32
Some of their Kohathite relatives were responsible for preparing the rows of the showbread every Sabbath.

1 Chronicles 23:29
as well as for the rows of the showbread, the fine flour for the grain offering, the wafers of unleavened bread, the baking, the mixing, and all measurements of quantity and size.

2 Chronicles 2:4
Behold, I am about to build a house for the Name of the LORD my God to dedicate to Him for burning fragrant incense before Him, for displaying the showbread continuously, and for making burnt offerings every morning and evening as well as on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts of the LORD our God. This is ordained for Israel forever.

2 Chronicles 29:31
Then Hezekiah said, “Now that you have consecrated yourselves to the LORD, come near and bring sacrifices and thank offerings to the house of the LORD.” So the assembly brought sacrifices and thank offerings, and all whose hearts were willing brought burnt offerings.

Nehemiah 10:33
for the showbread, for the regular grain offerings and burnt offerings, for the Sabbath offerings, for the New Moons and appointed feasts, for the holy offerings, for the sin offerings to make atonement for Israel, and for all the duties of the house of our God.

Ezekiel 45:17
And it shall be the prince’s part to provide the burnt offerings, grain offerings, and drink offerings for the feasts, New Moons, and Sabbaths—for all the appointed feasts of the house of Israel. He will provide the sin offerings, grain offerings, burnt offerings, and peace offerings to make atonement for the house of Israel.

Matthew 12:4
He entered the house of God, and he and his companions ate the consecrated bread, which was not lawful for them to eat, but only for the priests.

Mark 2:26
During the high priesthood of Abiathar, he entered the house of God and ate the consecrated bread, which was lawful only for the priests. And he gave some to his companions as well.”

Luke 6:4
He entered the house of God, took the consecrated bread and gave it to his companions, and ate what is lawful only for the priests to eat.”

John 6:11
Then Jesus took the loaves and the fish, gave thanks, and distributed to those who were seated as much as they wanted.


Treasury of Scripture

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one young bull
In the context of ancient Israelite worship, the offering of a young bull was significant due to its value and symbolism. Bulls were considered valuable livestock, representing strength and wealth. The use of a young bull in offerings is seen throughout the Old Testament, such as in Leviticus 1:3, where it is specified for burnt offerings. This offering symbolizes atonement and dedication to God, reflecting the worshiper's desire to be in right standing with Him. The bull's strength and vigor can also be seen as a type of Christ, who offered Himself in the prime of His life.

one ram
Rams were often used in sacrificial offerings, symbolizing leadership and authority. In the context of Numbers 7:57, the ram is part of the burnt offering, which was a voluntary act of worship, expressing devotion and commitment to God. The ram is also significant in the story of Abraham and Isaac (Genesis 22:13), where God provides a ram as a substitute sacrifice, prefiguring Christ's substitutionary atonement for humanity.

and one male lamb a year old
The specification of a male lamb a year old is important, as it indicates the lamb is in its prime, without blemish, and suitable for sacrifice. This mirrors the requirements for the Passover lamb (Exodus 12:5), which is a direct foreshadowing of Jesus Christ, the "Lamb of God" (John 1:29), who was without sin and offered Himself for the sins of the world. The age and condition of the lamb highlight the purity and perfection required in a sacrifice, pointing to the sinless nature of Christ.

for a burnt offering
The burnt offering was one of the most common and significant offerings in the Old Testament, symbolizing complete surrender and dedication to God. Unlike other offerings, the burnt offering was entirely consumed by fire, representing the worshiper's total commitment and the desire for purification. This offering is a type of Christ's complete and willing sacrifice, as He gave Himself entirely for the redemption of humanity. The burnt offering's role in the sacrificial system underscores the necessity of atonement and the foreshadowing of the ultimate sacrifice made by Jesus.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Tribe of Ephraim
This verse is part of the offerings brought by the leaders of the twelve tribes of Israel during the dedication of the altar. The tribe of Ephraim is one of the tribes of Israel, descended from Joseph's son Ephraim.

2. Burnt Offering
A significant type of sacrifice in the Old Testament, symbolizing atonement and dedication to God. The burnt offering was entirely consumed by fire, representing total surrender to God.

3. Tabernacle
The central place of worship for the Israelites during their wilderness journey. The offerings were made at the altar in the Tabernacle.

4. Moses
The leader of the Israelites who received the instructions from God regarding the offerings and the dedication of the altar.

5. Altar Dedication
The event where the leaders of the tribes brought offerings for the dedication of the altar, signifying the importance of worship and sacrifice in the life of the Israelite community.
Teaching Points
Total Dedication to God
The burnt offering symbolizes complete surrender and dedication to God. As believers, we are called to offer our lives wholly to Him, holding nothing back.

The Importance of Sacrifice
Sacrifices in the Old Testament pointed to the need for atonement and reconciliation with God. Today, we recognize Jesus as the ultimate sacrifice, and we respond with gratitude and obedience.

Community Worship and Leadership
The leaders of the tribes brought offerings on behalf of their people, highlighting the role of leadership in guiding communal worship and dedication to God.

Symbolism of the Altar
The altar represents a place of meeting with God, where sacrifices are made. In our lives, we must have 'altars'—places and times dedicated to encountering God through prayer and worship.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
one
אֶחָ֞ד (’e·ḥāḏ)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

young
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

bull,
פַּ֣ר (par)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6499: Young bull, steer

one
אֶחָ֛ד (’e·ḥāḏ)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

ram,
אַ֧יִל (’a·yil)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 352: Strength, strong, a chief, a ram, a pilaster, an oak, strong tree

and one
אֶחָ֥ד (’e·ḥāḏ)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 259: United, one, first

male lamb
כֶּֽבֶשׂ־ (ke·ḇeś-)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3532: A lamb

a year old,
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

for a burnt offering;
לְעֹלָֽה׃ (lə·‘ō·lāh)
Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 5930: Whole burnt offering


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