This is to be done for each bull, ram, lamb, or goat. This is to be doneThe phrase "This is to be done" indicates a commandment or instruction from God, emphasizing the importance of obedience in worship practices. In the Hebrew context, the word for "done" (עָשָׂה, asah) often implies action or making, underscoring the active role of the Israelites in their covenant relationship with God. This reflects the broader biblical theme of faith being demonstrated through action, as seen in James 2:17, "faith by itself, if it does not result in action, is dead." for each bull, ram, lamb, or goat
The specific mention of "bull, ram, lamb, or goat" highlights the variety of offerings acceptable to God, each with its own significance and purpose in the sacrificial system. Historically, these animals were common in the agrarian society of ancient Israel, making them accessible for offerings. The bull (פַּר, par) often symbolized strength and was used in significant sacrifices, such as the Day of Atonement. The ram (אַיִל, ayil) was associated with substitutionary sacrifice, as seen in the account of Abraham and Isaac (Genesis 22:13). The lamb (כֶּבֶשׂ, keves) is a symbol of innocence and purity, prefiguring Christ as the "Lamb of God" (John 1:29). The goat (עֵז, ez) was used in sin offerings, notably on the Day of Atonement, where one goat was sacrificed and another sent into the wilderness as a scapegoat (Leviticus 16:10). Each animal represents different aspects of atonement and worship, pointing to the comprehensive nature of Christ's ultimate sacrifice. Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites who received the laws and commandments from God to instruct the people. 2. IsraelitesThe chosen people of God, who were given specific instructions on how to worship and offer sacrifices. 3. WildernessThe setting where the Israelites received these laws, as they journeyed from Egypt to the Promised Land. 4. SacrificesThe offerings commanded by God, which included bulls, rams, lambs, and goats, each with specific instructions. 5. TabernacleThe 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 SacrificesEach 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 CommandsThe 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 FulfillmentJesus 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 TodayAs 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 1. How do the specific instructions for sacrifices in Numbers 15:11 reflect the character of God? 2. In what ways does the sacrificial system in the Old Testament point to the work of Jesus Christ? 3. How can understanding the Old Testament sacrifices enhance our worship and relationship with God today? 4. What does it mean to be a "living sacrifice" in the context of Romans 12:1, and how can we apply this in our daily lives? 5. How can we ensure that our obedience to God is not just about following rules, but about cultivating a genuine relationship with Him? Connections to Other Scriptures Leviticus 1-7Provides detailed instructions on various offerings and sacrifices, similar to those mentioned in Numbers 15:11. Hebrews 10:1-18Discusses the fulfillment of the sacrificial system through Jesus Christ, highlighting the temporary nature of the Old Testament sacrifices. Romans 12:1Encourages believers to offer themselves as living sacrifices, drawing a parallel to the sacrificial system in Numbers. People Aaron, Ephah, Israelites, MosesPlaces Egypt, Wilderness of ParanTopics Bull, Bullock, Goat, Goats, He-lamb, He-lambs, Kid, Kids, Lamb, Lambs, Male, Manner, Ox, Prepared, Ram, Sheep, ThusDictionary of Bible Themes Numbers 15:1-12 1680 types
4456 grain Library List of Abbreviations Used in Reference to Rabbinic Writings Quoted in this Work.
THE Mishnah is always quoted according to Tractate, Chapter (Pereq) and Paragraph (Mishnah), the Chapter being marked in Roman, the paragraph in ordinary Numerals. Thus Ber. ii. 4 means the Mishnic Tractate Berakhoth, second Chapter, fourth Paragraph. The Jerusalem Talmud is distinguished by the abbreviation Jer. before the name of the Tractate. Thus, Jer. Ber. is the Jer. Gemara, or Talmud, of the Tractate Berakhoth. The edition, from which quotations are made, is that commonly used, Krotoschin, …
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the MessiahWe are Drawing Near the End, and to the Highest Conclusions of True Human Wisdom...
We are drawing near the end, and to the highest conclusions of true human wisdom; and full of deepest interest it is to mark the character of these conclusions. Reason speaks; that faculty that is rightly termed divine, for its possession marks those who are "the offspring of God." He is the Father of spirits, and it is in the spirit that Reason has her seat; whilst in our Preacher she is enthroned, and now with authority utters forth her counsels. Here we may listen to just how far she can …
F. C. Jennings—Old Groans and New Songs Seventh Day. Holiness and Obedience.
Ye have seen what I did to the Egyptians, and how I bare you on eagles' wings, and brought you unto myself. Now therefore, if ye will obey my voice indeed, and keep my covenant, ye shall be a peculiar treasure unto me above all people: ye shall be unto me an holy nation.'--Ex. xix. 4-6. Israel has reached Horeb. The law is to be given and the covenant made. Here are God's first words to the people; He speaks of redemption and its blessing, fellowship with Himself: 'Ye have seen how I brought …
Andrew Murray—Holy in Christ The Healing of the Woman - Christ's Personal Appearance - the Raising of Jairus' Daughter
THERE seems remarkable correspondence between the two miracles which Jesus had wrought on leaving Capernaum and those which He did on His return. In one sense they are complementary to each other. The stilling of the storm and the healing of the demonised were manifestations of the absolute power inherent in Christ; the recovery of the woman and the raising of Jairus' daughter, evidence of the absolute efficacy of faith. The unlikeliness of dominion over the storm, and of command over a legion of …
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah Among the People, and with the Pharisees
It would have been difficult to proceed far either in Galilee or in Judaea without coming into contact with an altogether peculiar and striking individuality, differing from all around, and which would at once arrest attention. This was the Pharisee. Courted or feared, shunned or flattered, reverently looked up to or laughed at, he was equally a power everywhere, both ecclesiastically and politically, as belonging to the most influential, the most zealous, and the most closely-connected religions …
Alfred Edersheim—Sketches of Jewish Social Life Degrees of Sin
Are all transgressions of the law equally heinous? Some sins in themselves, and by reason of several aggravations, are more heinous in the sight of God than others. He that delivered me unto thee, has the greater sin.' John 19: 11. The Stoic philosophers held that all sins were equal; but this Scripture clearly holds forth that there is a gradual difference in sin; some are greater than others; some are mighty sins,' and crying sins.' Amos 5: 12; Gen 18: 21. Every sin has a voice to speak, but some …
Thomas Watson—The Ten Commandments The Worship of the Synagogue
One of the most difficult questions in Jewish history is that connected with the existence of a synagogue within the Temple. That such a "synagogue" existed, and that its meeting-place was in "the hall of hewn stones," at the south-eastern angle of the court of the priest, cannot be called in question, in face of the clear testimony of contemporary witnesses. Considering that "the hall of hew stones" was also the meeting-place for the great Sanhedrim, and that not only legal decisions, but lectures …
Alfred Edersheim—Sketches of Jewish Social Life Jesus' Last Public Discourse. Denunciation of Scribes and Pharisees.
(in the Court of the Temple. Tuesday, April 4, a.d. 30.) ^A Matt. XXIII. 1-39; ^B Mark XII. 38-40; ^C Luke XX. 45-47. ^a 1 Then spake Jesus ^b 38 And in his teaching ^c in the hearing of all the people he said unto ^a the multitudes, and to his disciples [he spoke in the most public manner], 2 saying, ^c 46 Beware of the scribes, ^a The scribes and the Pharisees sit on Moses' seat: 3 all things whatsoever they bid you, these do and observe: but do not ye after their works: for they say, and do not. …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel Jesus Heals on the Sabbath Day and Defends his Act.
(at Feast-Time at Jerusalem, Probably the Passover.) ^D John V. 1-47. ^d 1 After these things there was a feast of the Jews; and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. [Though every feast in the Jewish calendar has found some one to advocate its claim to be this unnamed feast, yet the vast majority of commentators choose either the feast of Purim, which came in March, or the Passover, which came in April. Older commentators pretty unanimously regarded it as the Passover, while the later school favor the feast …
J. W. McGarvey—The Four-Fold Gospel The Third Day in Passion-Week - the Last Controversies and Discourses - the Sadducees and the Resurrection - the Scribe and the Great Commandment - Question
THE last day in the Temple was not to pass without other temptations' than that of the Priests when they questioned His authority, or of the Pharisees when they cunningly sought to entangle Him in His speech. Indeed, Christ had on this occasion taken a different position; He had claimed supreme authority, and thus challenged the leaders of Israel. For this reason, and because at the last we expect assaults from all His enemies, we are prepared for the controversies of that day. We remember that, …
Alfred Edersheim—The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah Numbers
Like the last part of Exodus, and the whole of Leviticus, the first part of Numbers, i.-x. 28--so called,[1] rather inappropriately, from the census in i., iii., (iv.), xxvi.--is unmistakably priestly in its interests and language. Beginning with a census of the men of war (i.) and the order of the camp (ii.), it devotes specific attention to the Levites, their numbers and duties (iii., iv.). Then follow laws for the exclusion of the unclean, v. 1-4, for determining the manner and amount of restitution …
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