1 And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,
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.
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.
4 The one lamb shalt thou offer in the morning, and the other lamb shalt thou offer at even;
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
10 [This is] the burnt offering of every sabbath, beside the continual burnt offering, and his drink offering.
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;
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;
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.
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.
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.
16 And in the fourteenth day of the first month [is] the passover of the LORD.
17 And in the fifteenth day of this month [is] the feast: seven days shall unleavened bread be eaten.
18 In the first day [shall be] an holy convocation; ye shall do no manner of servile work [therein]:
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:
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;
21 A several tenth deal shalt thou offer for every lamb, throughout the seven lambs:
22 And one goat [for] a sin offering, to make an atonement for you.
23 Ye shall offer these beside the burnt offering in the morning, which [is] for a continual burnt offering.
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.
25 And on the seventh day ye shall have an holy convocation; ye shall do no servile work.
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:
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;
28 And their meat offering of flour mingled with oil, three tenth deals unto one bullock, two tenth deals unto one ram,
29 A several tenth deal unto one lamb, throughout the seven lambs;
30 [And] one kid of the goats, to make an atonement for you.
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.
Overview of Numbers Chapter 28
Numbers Chapter 28 outlines the various offerings and sacrifices that the Israelites are commanded to present to the Lord. This chapter emphasizes the importance of regular worship and the specific requirements for different types of offerings, including daily, Sabbath, monthly, and annual sacrifices.
Daily Offerings
In verses 1-8, the chapter details the daily offerings that are to be made:
- A continual burnt offering of two lambs, one in the morning and one in the evening.
- Each lamb is to be accompanied by a grain offering of fine flour mixed with oil and a drink offering of wine.
This section highlights the significance of daily worship and the need for continual dedication to God.
Sabbath Offerings
Verses 9-10 specify the offerings that are to be made on the Sabbath:
- Two lambs as burnt offerings, along with the same grain and drink offerings as the daily sacrifices.
- A special emphasis is placed on the Sabbath as a day of rest and worship, reinforcing its holiness.
Monthly Offerings
In verses 11-15, the chapter describes the offerings for the beginning of each month:
- Two young bulls, one ram, and seven male lambs, all without defect, are to be offered as burnt offerings.
- Grain and drink offerings are also specified, along with a male goat as a sin offering to make atonement for the people.
This section underscores the importance of recognizing the new month and dedicating it to God.
Annual Offerings
Verses 16-25 outline the offerings for significant annual festivals:
- The Passover: On the 14th day of the first month, the Passover lamb is to be sacrificed.
- The Feast of Unleavened Bread: A week-long festival following Passover, with specific offerings each day.
- The Feast of Weeks: Also known as Pentecost, celebrated 50 days after Passover with offerings of new grain.
- The Feast of Trumpets: The first day of the seventh month, marked by special offerings.
- The Day of Atonement: A solemn day for atonement, requiring specific sacrifices.
- The Feast of Tabernacles: A week-long celebration with daily offerings.
These annual offerings serve to commemorate significant events in Israel’s history and reinforce the community’s relationship with God.
Conclusion
Numbers Chapter 28 presents a structured approach to worship through various offerings, emphasizing the need for regular and communal expressions of faith. Each type of offering serves a distinct purpose, reinforcing the covenant relationship between God and the Israelites. The chapter illustrates the importance of obedience to God’s commands and the role of sacrifice in maintaining spiritual purity and community identity.
