Numbers - Chapter 28

Numbers 28.1 And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, Numbers 28.2 Command the children of Israel, and say unto them, My offering, and my bread for my sacrifices made by fire, for a sweet savour unto me, shall ye observe to offer unto me in their due season. Numbers 28.3 And thou shalt say unto them, This is the offering made by fire which ye shall offer unto the LORD; two lambs of the first year without spot day by day, for a continual burnt offering. Numbers 28.4 The one lamb shalt thou offer in the morning, and the other lamb shalt thou offer at even; Numbers 28.5 And a tenth part of an ephah of flour for a meat offering, mingled with the fourth part of an hin of beaten oil. Numbers 28.6 It is a continual burnt offering, which was ordained in mount Sinai for a sweet savour, a sacrifice made by fire unto the LORD. Numbers 28.7 And the drink offering thereof shall be the fourth part of an hin for the one lamb: in the holy place shalt thou cause the strong wine to be poured unto the LORD for a drink offering. Numbers 28.8 And the other lamb shalt thou offer at even: as the meat offering of the morning, and as the drink offering thereof, thou shalt offer it, a sacrifice made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD. Numbers 28.9 And on the sabbath day two lambs of the first year without spot, and two tenth deals of flour for a meat offering, mingled with oil, and the drink offering thereof: Numbers 28.10 This is the burnt offering of every sabbath, beside the continual burnt offering, and his drink offering. Numbers 28.11 And in the beginnings of your months ye shall offer a burnt offering unto the LORD; two young bullocks, and one ram, seven lambs of the first year without spot; Numbers 28.12 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; Numbers 28.13 And a several tenth deal of flour mingled with oil for a meat offering unto one lamb; for a burnt offering of a sweet savour, a sacrifice made by fire unto the LORD. Numbers 28.14 And their drink offerings shall be half an hin of wine unto a bullock, and the third part of an hin unto a ram, and a fourth part of an hin unto a lamb: this is the burnt offering of every month throughout the months of the year. Numbers 28.15 And one kid of the goats for a sin offering unto the LORD shall be offered, beside the continual burnt offering, and his drink offering. Numbers 28.16 And in the fourteenth day of the first month is the passover of the LORD. Numbers 28.17 And in the fifteenth day of this month is the feast: seven days shall unleavened bread be eaten. Numbers 28.18 In the first day shall be an holy convocation; ye shall do no manner of servile work therein: Numbers 28.19 But ye shall offer a sacrifice made by fire for a burnt offering unto the LORD; two young bullocks, and one ram, and seven lambs of the first year: they shall be unto you without blemish: Numbers 28.20 And their meat offering shall be of flour mingled with oil: three tenth deals shall ye offer for a bullock, and two tenth deals for a ram; Numbers 28.21 A several tenth deal shalt thou offer for every lamb, throughout the seven lambs: Numbers 28.22 And one goat for a sin offering, to make an atonement for you. Numbers 28.23 Ye shall offer these beside the burnt offering in the morning, which is for a continual burnt offering. Numbers 28.24 After this manner ye shall offer daily, throughout the seven days, the meat of the sacrifice made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD: it shall be offered beside the continual burnt offering, and his drink offering. Numbers 28.25 And on the seventh day ye shall have an holy convocation; ye shall do no servile work. Numbers 28.26 Also in the day of the firstfruits, when ye bring a new meat offering unto the LORD, after your weeks be out, ye shall have an holy convocation; ye shall do no servile work: Numbers 28.27 But ye shall offer the burnt offering for a sweet savour unto the LORD; two young bullocks, one ram, seven lambs of the first year; Numbers 28.28 And their meat offering of flour mingled with oil, three tenth deals unto one bullock, two tenth deals unto one ram, Numbers 28.29 A several tenth deal unto one lamb, throughout the seven lambs; Numbers 28.30 And one kid of the goats, to make an atonement for you. Numbers 28.31 Ye shall offer them beside the continual burnt offering, and his meat offering, (they shall be unto you without blemish) and their drink offerings.

Numbers : Chapter 28

The Meaning of Offerings in Numbers 28

Chapter 28 of the book of Numbers details the regular offerings the people of Israel were to make to God. This sacred section raises a vital question: what is the importance of continuous worship? Throughout this text, we discover daily, weekly, monthly offerings, and annual celebrations, all rooted in total dedication to the Creator.

A Sacred Calendar

Numbers 28 establishes a sacred calendar that reminds Israel of their covenant with God. It emphasizes consistency in worship, emphasizing that each act of devotion is a way of renewing that commitment. As we explore this chapter, we understand that each offering has spiritual value and a role in the relationship between God and His people.

Related Bible Passages

To enrich our understanding of the ritual themes of Numbers 28, let's examine five biblical passages that illustrate and complement these teachings.

Hebrews 10:11

"Day after day, each priest stands and performs his religious duties; he repeatedly offers the same sacrifices, which can never take away sins."

This verse reflects the repetitive nature of the daily sacrifices described in Numbers 28, emphasizing the importance of persistence in worship.

Colossians 2:16-17

"Therefore, do not let anyone judge you in what you eat or drink, or in relation to any religious festival or the observance of the new moon or the Sabbath. These are shadows of things to come; but the reality is found in Christ."

Paul refers to the festivals and celebrations of Numbers 28, interpreting them in the light of Christ, thus revealing their deep spiritual meaning.

Ezekiel 46:4-5

"The offering that the prince shall bring to the Lord on the Sabbath shall be six lambs and of a ram, all without blemish. The offering that shall accompany the ram shall be one arabah, and the offering that shall accompany the lambs shall be as many as he is willing to give, plus a gallon of oil for each arabah of flour."

Ezekiel describes Sabbath offerings similar to those found in Numbers 28, thus showing the continuity of these practices through the ages.

1 Chronicles 23:31

"And whenever burnt offerings were offered to the Lord on Saturdays, on the new moons, and on the appointed feasts, they were to serve regularly before the Lord according to the number appointed for them."

This verse summarizes the regular offerings of Numbers 28, highlighting their implementation ongoing work and their importance in the spiritual life of Israel.

Isaiah 1:13-14

"Stop offering useless offerings! Your incense is detestable to me. New moons, Saturdays, and meetings! I cannot bear your assemblies full of iniquity. Your new moon festivals and your fixed evenings are a burden to me that I am weary of carrying."

Isaiah criticizes the superficial observance of festivals and offerings, emphasizing the importance of sincerity in worship, inviting every believer to renew their heart and commitment to God.

In conclusion, Numbers chapter 28 and associated passages remind us that worship is not not just in rituals, but in a living relationship with God, where every act of offering must be done with a pure and sincere heart.