Numbers 7:43

French OST (Ostervald)

Son offrande fut un plat d'argent, du poids de cent trente sicles, un bassin d'argent de soixante et dix sicles, selon le sicle du sanctuaire, tous deux pleins de fine farine pétrie à l'huile, pour l'oblation;

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes the offering given by a tribal leader named Ashbeam. He offered a silver charger and a silver bowl filled with flour and oil. The items and their weights are specified to show the exact offering.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're having a party and you bring a big silver plate and a silver cup filled with cookies and juice. This verse is like that, but the silver plate and cup are offerings to God, and the cookies and juice are flour and oil.

Historical Background

The Book of Numbers was written by Moses around 1400 BC. This passage details the offerings of leaders of the twelve tribes of Israel at the dedication of the tabernacle. The offerings were significant as a way to honor God and symbolize each tribe's contribution.

Living It Out Today

In modern life, think about ways to honor or thank someone special. Maybe you can make a special gift or do something thoughtful for them, just like these leaders offered their best to God.

Topics

• sacrifice
• offerings
• dedication
• service
• worship
• hospitality

Related Verses

• Exodus 25:2-7
• Leviticus 2:1-2
• 1 Chronicles 29:1-9
• 2 Corinthians 9:7
• Hebrews 13:16

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of the offerings in Numbers 7:43?

The offerings were a way for the tribal leaders to show their dedication to God and to contribute to the newly established tabernacle worship.

How much did the silver charger weigh?

The silver charger weighed 130 shekels, a significant amount showing the value of the offering.

What was the silver bowl filled with?

The silver bowl was filled with fine flour mixed with oil, which was a common offering in ancient Israel.

Who gave this offering?

The offering was given by Ashbeam, a leader of the tribe of Naphtali, as part of the offerings of the twelve tribes.