Numbers 28
Authorized King James Version (1769) with AI Commentary
2Command 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.🔗🔍
3And 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.🔗🔍
4The one lamb shalt thou offer in the morning, and the other lamb shalt thou offer at even;🔗🔍
5And a tenth part of an ephah of flour for a meat offering, mingled with the fourth part of an hin of beaten oil.🔗🔍
6It is a continual burnt offering, which was ordained in mount Sinai for a sweet savour, a sacrifice made by fire unto the LORD.🔗🔍
7And 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.🔗🔍
8And 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.🔗🔍
9And 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:🔗🔍
10This is the burnt offering of every sabbath, beside the continual burnt offering, and his drink offering.🔗🔍
11And 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;🔗🔍
12And 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;🔗🔍
13And 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.🔗🔍
14And 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.🔗🔍
15And one kid of the goats for a sin offering unto the LORD shall be offered, beside the continual burnt offering, and his drink offering.🔗🔍
16And in the fourteenth day of the first month is the passover of the LORD.🔗🔍
17And in the fifteenth day of this month is the feast: seven days shall unleavened bread be eaten.🔗🔍
18In the first day shall be an holy convocation; ye shall do no manner of servile work therein:🔗🔍
19But 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:🔗🔍
20And 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;🔗🔍
21A several tenth deal shalt thou offer for every lamb, throughout the seven lambs:🔗🔍
22And one goat for a sin offering, to make an atonement for you.🔗🔍
23Ye shall offer these beside the burnt offering in the morning, which is for a continual burnt offering.🔗🔍
24After 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.🔗🔍
25And on the seventh day ye shall have an holy convocation; ye shall do no servile work.🔗🔍
26Also 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:🔗🔍
27But ye shall offer the burnt offering for a sweet savour unto the LORD; two young bullocks, one ram, seven lambs of the first year;🔗🔍
28And their meat offering of flour mingled with oil, three tenth deals unto one bullock, two tenth deals unto one ram,🔗🔍
29A several tenth deal unto one lamb, throughout the seven lambs;🔗🔍
30And one kid of the goats, to make an atonement for you.🔗🔍
31Ye shall offer them beside the continual burnt offering, and his meat offering, (they shall be unto you without blemish) and their drink offerings.🔗🔍
AI Commentary on Numbers 28
Chapter Overview
Numbers 28 is a mixed narrative and legal chapter in the Old Testament that explores themes of mercy, obedience, sacrifice. Written during Israel's wilderness period (c. 1446-1406 BCE), this chapter should be understood within its historical context: The wilderness journey occurred between Egypt's dominance and the Canaanite tribal systems.
The chapter can be divided into several sections:
- Verses 1-5: Introduction and setting the context
- Verses 6-12: Development of key themes
- Verses 13-20: Central message and teachings
- Verses 21-31: Conclusion and application
This chapter is significant because it contributes to the biblical metanarrative of redemption. When studying this passage, it's important to consider both its immediate context within Numbers and its broader place in the scriptural canon.
Verse-by-Verse Commentary
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
- In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
- How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
- How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
- How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
- In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
- How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- How does this verse's literary context within Numbers chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
- How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
- How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
- How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
- How does this verse's literary context within Numbers chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
- In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- How does this verse's literary context within Numbers chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
- In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
- How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
- In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
- How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
- How does this verse's literary context within Numbers chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
- How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
- How does this verse's literary context within Numbers chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
- How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
- In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
- In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
- How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
- How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
- How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
- How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
- How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
- How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
- How does this verse's literary context within Numbers chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- How does this verse's literary context within Numbers chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
- How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
- In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
- How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
- In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- How does this verse's literary context within Numbers chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
- How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
- In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
- In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
- How does this verse's literary context within Numbers chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- How does this verse's literary context within Numbers chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
- How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
- How might the original audience's understanding of divine sovereignty differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
- In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine sovereignty address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
- How does this verse's literary context within Numbers chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- How does this verse's literary context within Numbers chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
- In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
- What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
- In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
Cross References:
- Romans 10:9 Confession and faith for salvation - Confession and faith for salvation
- Ephesians 2:8-9 Salvation by grace through faith - Salvation by grace through faith
- What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
- How does this verse's literary context within Numbers chapter 28 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
- How might the original audience's understanding of divine revelation differ from modern interpretations, and what bridges can be built between ancient meaning and contemporary application?
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