Numbers 7:13 Meaning and Explanation
“And his offering was one silver charger, the weight thereof was an hundred and thirty shekels, one silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary; both of them were full of fine flour mingled with oil for a meat offering:”
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Read Full Chapter →Nahshon's offering included two pieces of silver plate filled with flour and oil for a grain offering.
The Context of Numbers 7:13
Nahshon presents the vessels and grain offering that begin the daily pattern.
What Does Numbers 7:13 Mean?
Each prince brought identical offerings, demonstrating equality among the tribes. Nahshon's silver vessels—a charger (large plate) weighing 130 shekels and a bowl weighing 70 shekels—were filled with fine flour mixed with olive oil, used for the grain offering that accompanied meat sacrifices.
The choice of silver and the specific weights show careful liturgical order; the fine flour and oil were premium ingredients, reflecting honor to God.
Numbers 7:13 in the Original Language
minhah (מִנְחָה), 'meat offering' or grain offering — a meal-based sacrifice offered at the altar without blood.
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 7:13
What does Numbers 7:13 mean?
Nahshon's offering included two pieces of silver plate filled with flour and oil for a grain offering.
What is the context of Numbers 7:13?
Nahshon presents the vessels and grain offering that begin the daily pattern.