Numbers 29:4 Meaning and Explanation
“And one tenth deal for one lamb, throughout the seven lambs:”
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Read Full Chapter →Each of the seven lambs receives one-tenth of an ephah of flour mixed with oil.
The Context of Numbers 29:4
The grain offering for each lamb in the burnt offering.
What Does Numbers 29:4 Mean?
The seven lambs, a complete and sacred number in Israel, each received the same grain offering. This uniformity showed that even the smaller animals in the sacrifice were treated with respect and received proper accompaniment before God.
The consistent measurement highlighted the equality of the lambs in God's sight, establishing a pattern of fairness that would apply throughout Israel's festival offerings and underscoring the importance of righteous measure and honest dealing.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 29:4
What does Numbers 29:4 mean?
Each of the seven lambs receives one-tenth of an ephah of flour mixed with oil.
What is the context of Numbers 29:4?
The grain offering for each lamb in the burnt offering.