Numbers 7:72-77 Meaning and Explanation
“On the eleventh day Pagiel the son of Ocran, prince of the children of Asher, offered: His offering was one silver charger, the weight whereof was an hundred and thirty shekels, one silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary; both of them full of fine flour mingled with oil for a meat offering: One golden spoon of ten shekels, full of incense: One young bullock, one ram, one lamb of the first year, for a burnt offering: One kid of the goats for a sin offering: And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Pagiel the son of Ocran.”
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Read Full Chapter →Asher's prince Pagiel brought his offerings on day eleven.
The Context of Numbers 7:72-77
Day 11 brings the dedication nearly to completion with Asher's offering.
What Does Numbers 7:72-77 Mean?
Pagiel led Asher on the eleventh day. With only one tribe remaining after this day, the dedication was nearly complete. Asher's offerings were as full and equal as all the preceding tribes, maintaining the ceremony's perfect rhythm.
The consistency of the offerings throughout eleven days demonstrated a commitment to order and unity.
Numbers 7:72-77 in the Original Language
Pagiel (פַּגְעִיאֵל), 'Pagiel' — Asher's prince, meaning 'God's event' or 'God will meet.'
Frequently Asked Questions About Numbers 7:72-77
What does Numbers 7:72-77 mean?
Asher's prince Pagiel brought his offerings on day eleven.
What is the context of Numbers 7:72-77?
Day 11 brings the dedication nearly to completion with Asher's offering.