Numbers 15:10 Meaning and Explanation
“And thou shalt bring for a drink offering half an hin of wine, for an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →A bullock offering requires one-half hin of wine as a drink offering creating a sweet savor to the LORD.
The Context of Numbers 15:10
God concludes the bullock offering specifications with the drink portion.
What Does Numbers 15:10 Mean?
The drink offering for a bullock matches the size of the oil—half a hin—establishing a pattern where the largest animal receives the most abundant accompaniments. This completeness in measure reflects the magnitude of what is being presented.
All elements together—the bullock, the grain, and the wine—combine into a unified offering made by fire with a fragrance that reaches the LORD. The repetition of 'sweet savour' reinforces that this complete presentation is pleasing to God.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 15:10
What does Numbers 15:10 mean?
A bullock offering requires one-half hin of wine as a drink offering creating a sweet savor to the LORD.
What is the context of Numbers 15:10?
God concludes the bullock offering specifications with the drink portion.