Numbers 7:71
New International Version
and two oxen, five rams, five male goats and five male lambs a year old to be sacrificed as a fellowship offering. This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai.

New Living Translation
For a peace offering he brought two bulls, five rams, five male goats, and five one-year-old male lambs. This was the offering brought by Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai.

English Standard Version
and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

Berean Standard Bible
and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai.

Berean Literal Bible
and for a sacrifice of the peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs, sons of a year. This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai.

King James Bible
And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

New King James Version
and as the sacrifice of peace offerings: two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs in their first year. This was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

New American Standard Bible
and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs one year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

NASB 1995
and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, five male lambs one year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

NASB 1977
and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, five male lambs one year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

Legacy Standard Bible
and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, five male lambs one year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

Amplified Bible
and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, five male lambs one year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai [from the tribe of Dan].

Berean Annotated Bible
and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer (my brother is help) son of Ammishaddai (my kinsman is Almighty).

Christian Standard Bible
and two bulls, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old, for the fellowship sacrifice. This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
and two bulls, five rams, five male breeding goats, and five male lambs a year old, for the fellowship sacrifice. This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai.

American Standard Version
and for the sacrifice of peace-offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five he-lambs a year old: this was the oblation of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

English Revised Version
and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five he-lambs of the first year: this was the oblation of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
and two bulls, five rams, five male goats, and five one-year-old male lambs as a fellowship offering. These were the gifts from Ahiezer, son of Amishaddai.

International Standard Version
Their sacrifice for a peace offering consisted of two bulls, five rams, five male goats, and five one year old lambs. These were the offerings presented by Ammishaddai's son Ahiezer.

NET Bible
and for the sacrifice of peace offerings: two bulls, five rams, five male goats, and five lambs in their first year. This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Amishaddai.

New Heart English Bible
and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two head of cattle, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

Webster's Bible Translation
And for a sacrifice of peace-offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai.

World English Bible
and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two head of cattle, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and for a sacrifice of the peace-offerings: two oxen, five rams, five male goats, five lambs, sons of a year; this [is] the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai.

Berean Literal Bible
and for a sacrifice of the peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs, sons of a year. This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai.

Young's Literal Translation
and for a sacrifice of the peace-offerings two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five lambs, sons of a year; this is the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai.

Smith's Literal Translation
And for the sacrifice of peace, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs, sons of a year: this the offering of Ahiezer, son of Ammishaddai:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And for sacrifices of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five buck goats, five lambs of a year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammisaddai.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and for victims of peace offerings: two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, and five one-year-old lambs. This was the oblation of Ahiezer, the son of Ammishaddai.

New American Bible
and two bulls, five rams, five he-goats, and five yearling lambs for a communion sacrifice. This was the offering of Ahiezer, son of Ammishaddai.

New Revised Standard Version
and for the sacrifice of well-being, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And for a sacrifice of peace offering, two oxen, five rams, five kids of the goats, five lambs of the first year; this was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And for the peace sacrifice: two bulls and five rams and five goats and five lambs, male offspring of a year; this is the offering of Akhiazar son of Amishdaya.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and for the sacrifice of peace-offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five he-lambs of the first year. This was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And for a sacrifice of peace-offering, two heifers, five rams, five he-goats, five ewe-lambs of a year old. This was the gift of Achiezer the son of Amisadai.

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Context
Offerings of Dedication
70one male goat for a sin offering; 71and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai. 72On the eleventh day Pagiel son of Ocran, the leader of the Asherites, drew near.…

Cross References
and a peace offering of two oxen,

Exodus 24:5
Then he sent out some young men of Israel, and they offered burnt offerings and sacrificed young bulls as peace offerings to the LORD.

1 Kings 8:63
And Solomon offered as peace offerings to the LORD 22,000 oxen and 120,000 sheep. So the king and all the Israelites dedicated the house of the LORD.

2 Chronicles 7:5
And King Solomon offered a sacrifice of 22,000 oxen and 120,000 sheep. So the king and all the people dedicated the house of God.
five rams,

Numbers 6:14-17
and he is to present an offering to the LORD of an unblemished year-old male lamb as a burnt offering, an unblemished year-old female lamb as a sin offering, and an unblemished ram as a peace offering— / together with their grain offerings and drink offerings—and a basket of unleavened cakes made from fine flour mixed with oil and unleavened wafers coated with oil. / The priest is to present all these before the LORD and make the sin offering and the burnt offering. …

2 Chronicles 29:32-33
The number of burnt offerings the assembly brought was seventy bulls, a hundred rams, and two hundred lambs; all these were for a burnt offering to the LORD. / And the consecrated offerings were six hundred bulls and three thousand sheep.

Leviticus 23:18-19
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. / You shall also prepare one male goat as a sin offering and two male lambs a year old as a peace offering.
five male goats,

Ezra 6:17
For the dedication of the house of God they offered a hundred bulls, two hundred rams, four hundred lambs, and a sin offering for all Israel of twelve male goats, one for each tribe of Israel.

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.

Numbers 29:16
Include one male goat as a sin offering, in addition to the regular burnt offering with its grain offering and drink offering.
and five male lambs a year old.

Numbers 28:3-4
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 12:5
Your lamb must be an unblemished year-old male, and you may take it from the sheep or the goats.

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.
This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai.

Numbers 1:12
from Dan, Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai;

Numbers 2:27
The tribe of Asher will camp next to it. The leader of the Asherites is Pagiel son of Ocran,

Numbers 10:26
Pagiel son of Ocran was over the division of the tribe of Asher,
Exodus 25:1-9
Then the LORD said to Moses, / “Tell the Israelites to bring Me an offering. You are to receive My offering from every man whose heart compels him. / This is the offering you are to accept from them: gold, silver, and bronze; …


Treasury of Scripture

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and a peace offering of two oxen
The peace offering, also known as a fellowship offering, was a voluntary sacrifice expressing thanksgiving and communion with God. The use of oxen, significant for their strength and value, underscores the importance of the offering. Oxen were often used in sacrifices due to their size and the substantial amount of meat they provided, symbolizing abundance and God's provision. This offering reflects the communal aspect of worship in Israel, where the offerer, priests, and sometimes the community shared in the meal.

five rams
Rams were commonly used in sacrificial offerings and symbolized leadership and strength. The number five can represent grace in biblical numerology, suggesting that this offering was an act of grace and favor. Rams were also used in the consecration of priests (Exodus 29:1), linking this offering to themes of dedication and service to God.

five male goats
Goats were often used in sin offerings (Leviticus 4:23-24), symbolizing atonement and purification. The inclusion of goats in the peace offering highlights the comprehensive nature of the sacrifice, covering both thanksgiving and the need for reconciliation with God. The number five again emphasizes grace, suggesting a complete and gracious offering.

and five male lambs a year old
Lambs, especially those a year old, were considered pure and without blemish, making them suitable for sacrifice. They are often associated with innocence and purity, foreshadowing Christ as the Lamb of God (John 1:29). The repetition of the number five continues to emphasize the theme of grace and completeness in the offering.

This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai.
Ahiezer, leader of the tribe of Dan, presents this offering as part of the dedication of the altar. His name means "my brother is help," and Ammishaddai means "people of the Almighty," reflecting the communal and divine aspects of the offering. The tribe of Dan, known for its later struggles with idolatry (Judges 18), here participates in the unified worship of Yahweh, highlighting the ideal of Israel's unity and devotion to God.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Tribe of Ephraim
This verse is part of the offerings made by the leaders of the tribes of Israel during the dedication of the altar. The leader of the tribe of Ephraim, Elishama son of Ammihud, is the one presenting these offerings.

2. Tabernacle
The offerings are made at the Tabernacle, the portable dwelling place for the divine presence among the Israelites during their journey in the wilderness.

3. Burnt Offering
A sacrificial offering that is completely consumed by fire, symbolizing the worshiper's total dedication to God.
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 Significance of Sacrifice
Sacrifices in the Old Testament point to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Understanding the depth of these offerings helps us appreciate the magnitude of Christ's atonement.

Community Worship and Leadership
The leaders of each tribe brought offerings, highlighting the role of leadership in guiding communal worship. Spiritual leaders today are called to lead by example in dedication and worship.

Symbolism of the Offerings
Each animal in the offering has symbolic meaning: the bull represents strength, the ram signifies leadership, and the lamb symbolizes innocence. These attributes can inspire personal reflection on our spiritual walk.

Continuity of Worship Practices
The practices of worship and sacrifice in the Old Testament find their continuity and fulfillment in the New Testament, encouraging us to see the Bible as a unified account of God's redemptive plan.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Numbers 7:71?

2. How does Numbers 7:71 illustrate the importance of giving to God's work today?

3. What can we learn from the offerings in Numbers 7:71 about worship?

4. How does Numbers 7:71 connect to New Testament teachings on generosity?

5. In what ways can we emulate the dedication shown in Numbers 7:71?

6. How does Numbers 7:71 inspire us to prioritize God in our resources?

7. What is the significance of the offerings in Numbers 7:71 for Israelite worship practices?

8. How does Numbers 7:71 reflect the importance of ritual in ancient Israelite religion?

9. Why are specific offerings detailed in Numbers 7:71, and what do they symbolize?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 7?

11. Are there historical or logistical issues with Doeg, a single Edomite, carrying out the massacre of so many priests (1 Samuel 21:7 - 22:18-19)?

12. 2 Samuel 6:7 - Why would an all-knowing God strike Uzzah dead for physically stabilizing the Ark when his intention seemed good?

13. How could 2 Chronicles 35:7's massive number of sacrificed animals (30,000 lambs and goats) be logistically and historically feasible?

14. Numbers 4:24-26 - How feasible is it that the Gershonites could manage the massive weights of curtains and tents in a desert setting?
What Does Numbers 7:71 Mean
and a peace offering

“and a peace offering” (Numbers 7:71) comes straight from the sacrificial system outlined in Leviticus 3:1–17 and expanded in Leviticus 7:11-15.

• The peace (or fellowship) offering celebrated restored harmony between God and His people; it was eaten in God’s presence, picturing shared table-fellowship (Deuteronomy 12:17-18).

• It followed the sin and burnt offerings in Israel’s liturgy (Leviticus 9:22-24), showing that once atonement was made, communion could flourish.

• By including a peace offering, Ahiezer affirmed that the tribe of Dan welcomed God’s friendship, echoing Psalm 50:14, “Sacrifice a thank offering to God.”


of two oxen

Oxen were the most valuable domestic animals in agrarian Israel (1 Kings 19:19).

• Their size meant a greater amount of meat to be shared by priests, offerer, and community—perfect for a fellowship meal (Leviticus 7:15).

• Offering two emphasized generosity (2 Chronicles 7:5). It reflected David’s later sentiment in 2 Samuel 24:24: “I will not offer…that which costs me nothing.”

• The strength of the ox symbolized steadfast service, fitting for a tribe marching on God’s command (Numbers 2:25).


five rams

Rams regularly marked consecration (Exodus 29:1, 20).

• Five suggests fullness or sufficiency; the tabernacle used multiples of five in its design (Exodus 26:3, 27).

• By giving rams, Ahiezer hinted at complete dedication, mirroring Genesis 22:13 where a ram substituted for Isaac—pointing to God’s provision.


five male goats

Goats often served as sin offerings (Leviticus 4:24; 16:15).

• Their inclusion shows that thanksgiving never loses sight of sin’s seriousness (Hebrews 9:13).

• Again, the number five reinforces adequacy; nothing was withheld that might hinder fellowship.


and five male lambs a year old

Year-old lambs met the prime requirement for Passover (Exodus 12:5).

• They picture innocence and purity, looking ahead to “the Lamb of God” (John 1:29).

• Youthful animals underline trust—new life dedicated early to the Lord (1 Samuel 1:24-28).


This was the offering of Ahiezer son of Ammishaddai

Ahiezer led the tribe of Dan (Numbers 1:12; 10:25).

• As the last tribe in the marching order, Dan’s leader might be overlooked, yet his offering matched every other leader’s (Numbers 7:12-83), proving equality at God’s altar (Acts 10:34).

• His name means “my brother is help,” fitting the communal nature of the peace offering.

• By faithfully repeating the same gifts listed for earlier chiefs, Ahiezer affirmed unity and obedience rather than personal innovation, echoing 1 Corinthians 14:33, “God is not a God of disorder but of peace.”


summary

Every detail in Numbers 7:71 underscores joyful fellowship with God that rests on atonement already provided. Two oxen display costly devotion; groups of five rams, goats, and lambs highlight completeness; the peace offering celebrates shared communion; and Ahiezer’s identical contribution shows that every tribe, regardless of position, stands equal in worship. Together they call believers today to generous, wholehearted thanksgiving founded on the once-for-all sacrifice of Christ, our true peace offering (Ephesians 2:14).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and a peace offering
הַשְּׁלָמִים֮ (haš·šə·lā·mîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 8002: A sacrifice for alliance or friendship, peace offering

of two
שְׁנַיִם֒ (šə·na·yim)
Number - md
Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number)

oxen,
בָּקָ֣ר (bā·qār)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1241: Beef cattle, ox, a herd

five
חֲמִשָּׁה֙ (ḥă·miš·šāh)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 2568: Five

rams,
אֵילִ֤ם (’ê·lim)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 352: Strength, strong, a chief, a ram, a pilaster, an oak, strong tree

five
חֲמִשָּׁ֔ה (ḥă·miš·šāh)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 2568: Five

male goats,
עַתֻּדִ֣ים (‘at·tu·ḏîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 6260: Prepared, full grown, of he-goats, leaders of the people

and five
חֲמִשָּׁ֑ה (ḥă·miš·šāh)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 2568: Five

male lambs
כְּבָשִׂ֥ים (kə·ḇā·śîm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3532: A lamb

a year old.
בְּנֵֽי־ (bə·nê-)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

This
זֶ֛ה (zeh)
Pronoun - masculine singular
Strong's 2088: This, that

was the offering
קָרְבַּ֥ן (qā·rə·ban)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 7133: Something brought near the altar, a sacrificial present

of Ahiezer
אֲחִיעֶ֖זֶר (’ă·ḥî·‘e·zer)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 295: Ahiezer -- 'my brother is help', two Israelites

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

of Ammishaddai.
עַמִּישַׁדָּֽי׃ (‘am·mî·šad·dāy)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5996: Ammishaddai -- 'my kinsman is Shaddai', a Danite


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